Modo Overview
Overall rating: 8.1/10. Modo is a sweepstakes social casino operated by ARB Gaming LLC (ARB Interactive Inc.), based in Scottsdale, Arizona, launched in 2023 at modo.us. We registered an account, verified the bonus structure, tested the app, and assessed the VIP program and redemption framework in February 2026. No gaming license applies, Modo operates under US sweepstakes law, the standard model for this category.
The short verdict: Modo is the most polished mobile sweepstakes experience in our 2023-2025 launch cohort review. The 4.8-star iOS rating from 22,000+ reviews is a community-verified trust signal that no other platform in our test pool matches. The $0.99 first purchase (5 SC + 17,500 GC + 550 VIP points) delivers the lowest entry cost in the tier. ARB Interactive's $7.1M acquisition of Publishers Clearing House in mid-2025 added a distribution channel no other sweepstakes operator controls.
Blocked in 18 states. iOS app available (4.8 stars, 22K reviews). No native Android app, APK only. Fiat only.
Modo Bonuses & Promotions
The sign-up offer delivers 20,000 Gold Coins + 1 Sweeps Coin on registration with no purchase required. The 1 SC free is lower than McLuck's 2.5 SC and Megabonanza's 2.5 SC, positioned at the lower end of the free-SC welcome tier.
First purchase: 17,500 GC + 5 SC + 550 VIP points for $0.99. At 5 SC for $0.99, the cost-per-SC on first purchase is $0.20/SC, the second-best intro SC rate in our test pool behind Megabonanza ($0.033/SC) and ahead of McLuck ($0.40/SC). The $0.99 entry price is the lowest first-purchase threshold in the sweepstakes category. This is the most accessible paid SC entry point we've reviewed.
Daily bonus: 20,000 GC + 0.10 SC daily. The 0.10 SC/day is below most competitors on a daily SC/day basis, but the $0.99 first purchase makes Modo's early SC acquisition math uniquely favorable.
7-tier VIP system (refreshed 2026): Steel through Black Diamond. The 2026 refresh consolidated the old multi-subtier structure into single tiers per level with mid-rank milestone bonuses. The VIP points structure from the $0.99 first purchase (550 VIP points) accelerates early tier progression.
California AB831 compliance (effective January 1, 2026): California players lost Sweeps Coin access under AB831. Modo adapted with a Gold Coins-only "Freemium Play" mode for CA players. This is an active legislative risk, Indiana's HB 1052 could expand state restrictions further in 2026.
Publishers Clearing House distribution: ARB Interactive's $7.1M PCH acquisition in mid-2025 gives Modo access to PCH's ~50M US household direct mail and digital audience, a player acquisition channel unavailable to any other sweepstakes operator.
Free player SC path: With 1 SC free on sign-up and 0.10 SC/day, free players reach the 20 SC gift card minimum in approximately 190 days. The referral program and daily bonus accumulation are the fastest free-path levers.
Modo Games & Providers
900 games from 18+ providers. Provider roster includes Pragmatic Play, Hacksaw Gaming, Relax Gaming, Habanero, Evoplay, Novomatic, Avatar UX, M2Play, King Show Games, and ICONIC21 for live dealer. Strong provider diversity for a 2023-launch platform.
ICONIC21 live dealer studio: Modo runs a custom live dealer experience rather than relying entirely on third-party feeds. Live dealer tables are available directly within the platform. This is differentiated from most sweepstakes operators that don't offer live dealer at all.
Game types: Slots (primary), live dealer (available), bingo. No crash games, no provably fair originals. Pragmatic Play Megaways mechanics (Gates of Olympus class) are available through the provider integration.
Compared to Megabonanza (1,564 games, 46 providers), Modo has fewer titles and providers, but the 4.8-star mobile experience and ICONIC21 live dealer give it differentiated value. Against McLuck (1,250 games), Modo is smaller but has a more accessible first purchase and faster gift card redemptions.
Modo Platform Features
iOS App: 4.8 stars, 22,000+ reviews. The highest app store rating in our sweepstakes review set. For context: McLuck's iOS app is 4.4 stars; McLuck's Android app is 4.2 stars; no other platform in our current test pool approaches Modo's 4.8/22K iOS combination.
No native Android app. Android users access Modo via mobile browser or direct APK download from the website. This is a friction point for Android users who want a Play Store listed app experience.
The 7-tier VIP system with mid-rank milestone bonuses creates earning checkpoints throughout the progression ladder, not just at tier transitions. This is a retention architecture improvement over simple single-threshold tier systems.
Modo Banking & Redemptions
Minimum: 20 SC gift cards ($20) via Prizeout (minutes); 100 SC ACH/debit ($100) via 1-3 business day processing.
The Prizeout gift card option (processing in minutes) is the fastest redemption method in our sweepstakes test pool for amounts under $100. For context: McLuck's gift card minimum is also 10 SC but processes in 48 hours; Modo's Prizeout processes in minutes.
ACH/debit redemptions: 1-3 business days after a 24-hour processing window. The 100 SC minimum for cash is a standard rate but the 20 SC gift card entry point is accessible for smaller balances.
18 blocked states: Modo has the most restricted geographic footprint in our current review set. Illinois was a recent addition following cease-and-desist actions. California is technically available but with GC-only access under AB831 for SC purchases. Indiana HB 1052 is a watch item for 2026.
Deposit: Fiat only (Visa, Mastercard confirmed). No crypto.
Community redemption data: No significant negative patterns as of February 2026. The 22,000+ App Store reviews reflect large user base engagement without major complaint spikes visible in our February 2026 review.
Modo Customer Support
Higher VIP tiers get dedicated support access. Standard email/live chat for base users. No significant community complaint patterns flagged as of February 2026. The App Store 4.8-star rating is partly driven by support responsiveness at higher engagement levels.
Modo Trust & Legitimacy
Operator: ARB Gaming LLC (ARB Interactive Inc.Scottsdale AZ), US-domestic entity, established 2023. $7.1M Publishers Clearing House acquisition confirmed in mid-2025, a financially material transaction indicating business scale and backing.
Operating under US sweepstakes law. No RNG audit published for the platform; provider games carry individual studio certifications. No BBB profile found. Trustpilot volume is lower than App Store volume, the 22,000 iOS reviews are the dominant community trust signal.
Modo State Availability
Modo is blocked in 18 states, the widest restriction in our current review set. The full prohibited list includes Illinois (recent addition), California (SC-restricted under AB831), and additional states. Verify current T&Cs at modo.us for the active state list, as the landscape is actively evolving.
Note: California players can access GC-only Freemium Play, the platform stays live there but without Sweeps Coin functionality under AB831.
Comparison: McLuck blocks 12 states; MegaSpinz and Megabonanza have no published restricted list; Mega Frenzy blocks 11.
Modo Responsible Gambling
Responsible gaming tools per T&Cs:
- Self-exclusion (contact support)
- Purchase limits (account settings)
- Session reminders
No GamCare, NCPG, or Responsible Gaming Foundation certification published as of February 2026.
If gambling is causing problems, call the National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 or visit ncpgambling.org.
Is Modo Worth It?
Free players: Marginal. 1 SC free on sign-up and 0.10 SC/day is a slow free path to even the 20 SC gift card minimum (~190 days). McLuck (2.5 SC free, 10 SC gift card min) is a better free-player platform.
Occasional buyers: Yes, the $0.99 first purchase is the lowest-risk entry in the tier. At $0.20/SC, the value is better than McLuck's $0.40/SC intro rate. Prizeout gift card redemption in minutes is the best speed option at this entry level.
Serious SC buyers: Strong candidate. The 7-tier VIP refresh, PCH distribution network, ICONIC21 live dealer, and Prizeout infrastructure are the right architecture for higher-engagement players. The 18-state block list is the primary limitation.
Mobile-first players: Yes, the 4.8-star iOS app is the best mobile sweepstakes experience in our review set. iOS users have a premium experience; Android users face APK friction.
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