Ten dollars is where the full welcome packs activate. If the $5 match gets you $12-$15 to play, the $10 match is where you start seeing $25-$40 in playable balance and 150-plus free spins.
Most NZ casinos cap their headline welcome offer on the first deposit tier. A 200% match up to $1,000 sounds great but only activates on deposits that clear the match's minimum. That minimum is usually $10, not $5.
200% up to $1,000 + 100 FS on first deposit. Welcome pack peaks across four deposits at $5,000 and 150 FS.
250% up to $2,500 + 100 FS on $10 deposit. Use code MX40 for best result. 45x wagering.
150% up to $1,500 + 150 FS on first deposit. 45x wagering.
Main welcome activates properly at $10 - 325% up to $3,500 across the four-deposit pack.
Step up to $10 if the site has a tiered welcome pack (most do). Step up if you intend to play for more than an hour (bankroll sustainability). Stay at $5 if you're still trialling the casino or you've already used the welcome offer.