Reward Credits vs. Tier Credits: What’s the Difference?

Learn how they both work with Caesars Rewards and Empire Builder.

Reward Credits vs. Tier Credits: What exactly is the difference? Both are important parts of Caesars Rewards and Empire Builder. Let’s take a look at how they work and what it means at Caesars Palace Online Casino.

How Tier Credits apply to Caesars Rewards

Tier Credits are used to track your status in Caesars Rewards, our online casino and in-person rewards program. The more Tier Credits you earn, the higher you’ll climb in Caesars Rewards and the more benefits you’ll receive.

• Earn Tier Credits for playing online or on property 

• There are six levels in Caesars Rewards

• You have a full calendar year to improve your status

• Your Tier Credit balance resets to 0 on January 1^st

To earn Tier Credits online, you must have a Caesars Rewards account and your number must be linked to your Caesars Palace Online Casino account. You can see your current status in the Rewards tab of the app.

How Tier Credits apply to Empire Builder

The Tier Credits you earn don’t just help you level up in Caesars Rewards. They also help you earn monthly rewards with Empire Builder. 

• Every Tier Credit you earn at Caesars Palace Online Casino helps fill your Empire Builder progress meter 

• Unlock new rewards as you fill your progress meter

• Your progress meter resets on the first day of each month

When you unlock a new reward with Empire Builder, you won’t have to redeem your Tier Credits. The number of Tier Credits you’ve accumulated stays in your account to help determine your overall Caesars Rewards status.

Tier Credits are also offered as one of Empire Builder’s unlockable rewards.

How Reward Credits apply to Caesars Rewards

When you play online at Caesars Palace Online Casino, you’ll earn Reward Credits too. While Tier Credits determine your status in Caesars Rewards and help you unlock rewards with Empire Builder, Reward Credits are yours to spend on things you want, like Casino Bonus Cash, hotel stays, shopping, show tickets, dining, spa services, and more.

How Reward Credits apply to Empire Builder

Reward Credits are offered as one of Empire Builder’s unlockable rewards.

Plus, on the first of each month, you’ll receive a Reward Credit Boost based on the previous month’s tier status.

For more information on Reward Credits vs. Reward Credits, including tier details and perks, visit Caesars Rewards.

FAQs

Do Reward Credits expire?

Reward Credits expire with six months of inactivity. As long as you earn at least one Reward Credit within a six-month period, your Reward Credits won’t expire.

Do Tier Credits expire?

Yes, your Tier Credit balance is reset to 0 on January 1^st.

Do I have to spend my Tier Credits to unlock an Empire Builder reward?

No. Tier Credits stay in your account for the calendar year and help determine your status in Caesars Rewards. When you earn a certain number of Tier Credits in a month, you’ll unlock a new reward. However, you won’t be asked to cash in your Tier Credits. They’ll remain in your account.

Does spending Reward Credits lower my status in Caesars Rewards?

No. Caesars Rewards uses Tier Credits to determine your status, not Reward Credits.

Can I earn Tier Credits and Reward Credits with Empire Builder?

Yes. Not only does your online play earn your Tier Credits and Reward Credits, but you may be offered to unlock Reward Credits and Tier Credits as part of Empire Builder.