Looking for the best paid survey sites to boost your income?
In today’s digital age, getting paid to take surveys is a popular and accessible way to earn extra cash from home. But with so many options out there, how do you know which ones are worth your time?
In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the top online survey platforms, offering insights into their reliability, earning potential, and user experience. Discover how you can make the most of your survey-taking efforts and find the best sites to start earning today.
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Why Online Surveys
Taking surveys for money is very popular. When it comes to free ways to make money online and work-from-home jobs, paid surveys are usually one of the first opportunities most of us consider.
Unfortunately, for a lot of people, that dream turns into a nightmare!
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Why?
Paid survey scams!
Market research is a huge industry ($44.35 billion, to be exact), and while there are legit market research companies that conduct online surveys and actually pay panelists for their participation, there are also scammers out there who don’t mind ripping you off.
Sadly, a lot of people do fall for these get-rich-quick scams.
To help you avoid becoming one of those people, we’ve gathered a list of 57 (which will grow as we update the list periodically) of the best trusted paid survey panels that you can join for free.
Be sure to read the entire post as we also explain in detail how paid surveys work, how you can spot and avoid scams, and find the ones that do pay.
Top 21 Legit Paid Surveys at Home Companies
But first, here is the list of our favorite 21 legitimate online surveys that pay well, making them ideal for earning extra money in your spare time.
Note: Most survey companies only accept members from a few western countries. Thus, this list is only good for Americans and residents of a few western countries. However, I have published a list of international survey sites recently that I am sure those of you not living in the U.S. will find more useful.
1. MindSwarms
- Official website: Mindswarms.com
- Minimum to cash out: None (they send a $50 PayPal payment within 24 hours of survey completion)
- Pay via: PayPal
Usually, when people talk about high-paying surveys, they are talking about surveys that pay $5, $10, or perhaps $20 per survey.
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But when we talk about high-paying surveys as it relates to MindSwarms, we’re talking about $50! And that makes it one of the highest paying survey sites.
That’s right, they pay $50 for every single survey that contains 7 questions!
But there is a catch…
These are not the usual questionnaires you fill out; these are video surveys!
Here is how it works:
- First, you need to sign up. You’ll have to record a profile video and answer a few questions to establish your demographic, which they use to match you with surveys looking for your demographic.
- Available surveys appear on your dashboard, which you can apply for by answering a few multiple-choice questions.
- A researcher will review your responses and invite you to take the survey.
- You’ll then start the survey, which will have only 7 questions that you can answer using the video function on your smartphone, tablet, or webcam.
This whole process takes less than 15-20 minutes on average.
Hey, for $50, I wouldn’t care even if it took a full hour!
They do, however, sometimes have 1-question surveys. For the one-question surveys, you get paid $10, which is still pretty awesome.
But the best part is yet to come…
There is no minimum requirement for cashing out.
There is no requesting payment.
There is no waiting around.
Every time you complete a survey, they pay you $50 via PayPal within 24 hours.
Now that’s just awesome!
Unfortunately, sites like MindSwarms are rare.
However, there are similar sites (kind of) that pay you for recording videos of yourself visiting various sites and talking about the experience. It’s called “User Testing,” and websites and app companies use it to improve the user-friendliness of their sites and apps. We have a list of sites that pay you to test websites here.
2. SurveySavvy
- Official website: SurveySavvy.com
- Minimum to cash out: None
- Pay via: Check
SurveySavvy is a panel from Luth Research, another industry giant.
The best, and by far the most talked-about thing about SurveySavvy is that they have some of the highest paying online surveys.
Surveys typically pay between $1 to $20, depending on the length and topic of the survey. I have had a lot of $5 and $10 surveys with them. So this one is a must-use site.
You know the best part about SurveySavvy?
They pay good money for referrals.
For every survey your referrals complete, you earn $1 to $2.
And that’s not the end…
You also earn $0.50 to $1 from indirect referrals (the people who your own referrals referred to the site).
Here is the fun part…
Even though these days I don’t have the time to do a lot of surveys, I still get a few checks a year ($50-$100) from SurveySavvy thanks to the dozen or so people I referred back in my early days.
So once you join the site, be sure to click the “Referral” tab (top right side of your user dashboard), get your unique referral link, and invite your friends and family to sign up using that link.
Even if you refer 10 people and 5 out of those 10 refer a few people, you can easily earn an extra $10-$20 a month without even taking a single survey.
The payout
We almost forgot to talk about the most important part.
You guessed it, SurveySavvy has another great thing going for it…
There is no minimum payment requirement!
That’s right, you can request a check even if you have $1 in your account.
3. Savvy Connect
- Official website: SavvyConnect Note: Click on the “Discover More” link towards the bottom of the page.
- Minimum to cash out: None
- Pay via: Check
One more feature of this already awesome panel is their new exclusive panel called SavvyConnect.
It works a lot like the Nielsen program – You install the free app (on your phone, PC, or other devices you use to access the internet); it works quietly in the background gathering usage data anonymously.
But it’s better than Nielsen because instead of just earning entries to sweepstakes, you actually get paid in cash.
You earn $5 per device for each month SavvyConnect is installed, up to $180 per year!
That’s an extra $180 a year just for installing a free app!
And yes, you can also earn for referring friends and family.
And here is where things get a lot more interesting…
For every person you refer who installs the app, you earn anywhere from $5 to $15. And just like the normal panel, you also earn from indirect referrals (the people who your own referrals referred).
You earn $2 to $6 for every indirect referral.
This is one site you must join if you are serious about making money with surveys.
4. PineCone Research
- Official website: PineConeResearch.com
- Minimum to cash out: $3
- Pay via: Check, Direct deposit to Visa gift cards
One of the most exclusive online survey panels is PineCone.
It is exclusive because you can only join if you’re invited. If you visit pineconeresearch.com, you won’t find any registration link or form. There is only a “login” tab!
They only accept members through invite links that they provide to some of their affiliates, and even then it’s not 365 days a year. They have specific quotas, and as soon as they reach that number, they stop accepting new members until the next time.
Fortunately, MoneyPantry is one of those affiliates, so whenever they open the doors, we get the invite link and share it with our readers.
Note: If you click the link above and the registration is closed, be sure to bookmark this page and check back every so often as we will update the link.
This is one site you definitely want to join, not just because of their exclusivity, but because they also do pay decently for their surveys.
Reward System
They used to pay a flat $3 check for every single survey you took. You didn’t even have to wait or request payment. There was no minimum cash-out requirement. They would automatically send you a $3 check every time you completed a survey. As far as I know, this is the only paid survey site that had this feature.
But they have recently changed that to a point system. However, they’ve also introduced a new feature that most people would prefer (more on that later).
You earn points for surveys. The value of each point is approximately $0.01.
So 300 points get you $3.
You can redeem your points for prizes, or you can request a check in denominations of $3, $5, or $15.
It is important to note that your first 300 points are automatically redeemed for a $3 check. PineCone does that to “establish your profile and account.”
The new feature that I mentioned earlier is their prepaid Visa Card feature. Basically, you can load this card with your survey earnings. So it’s like getting cash that you can also use online anywhere Visa cards are accepted.
Update: PineCone Research has transitioned away from PayPal and now pays you via direct electronic bank transfers.
5. Parent Speak: Survey site for Parents
- Official website: Parentspeak.com
- Minimum to cash out: $10
- Pay via: Check
This is a rather new and very specific survey panel that targets parents. Since a lot of our readers are parents, I thought it would be helpful to mention it.
The company behind the panel is C+R Research, a Chicago-based marketing research company.
This is more than just a survey site. It’s an online community where parents can connect with each other and discuss things.
Of course, for us, the draw is their unique survey panel.
As you can imagine, their surveys (usually) revolve around topics and products related to parenting (which covers just about any category of products – food, entertainment, clothing, electronics, etc.)
Almost all surveys here pay a flat payment of $1.
But it doesn’t end there…
A lot of their surveys have follow-up questions which can pay $20-$50. So there is potential for making some serious money here.
6. KidzEyes: Survey site for kids 6 to 12
- Official website: Kidzeyes.com
- Minimum to cash out: $10
- Pay via: PayPal, Check
We talked about a parent-exclusive survey panel, so it’s only fair to mention one for kids as well.
KidzEyes’ parent company is also the Chicago-based marketing research company C+R Research.
As you can imagine, their surveys are geared towards products that kids use – toys, electronics, games, TV shows, music, clothing, etc.
To get in, you must be 6-12 years old and live in the United States.
They conduct surveys for major manufacturers and companies to help them gather feedback from kids and develop better and improved products. Although sometimes you (as a parent) may be asked to participate in a survey as well.
The reward system
All surveys earn you points known as KidzPoints (how original!).
Each point equals about one cent. So, 100 points = $1.
Once you have $10 in your account, you can request a cash out via either PayPal or check.
There is also a monthly KidzEyes SuperPoll survey that kids are invited to. If you participate, you earn an entry for a chance to win $100 instantly.
Overall, this is a fun site that not only allows your kids to earn a little pocket money, but they also get to share their opinions about things they use every day in their lives and help shape the future developments of those products.
7. TeensEyes: Survey site for teens 13 to 18
- Official website: Teenseyes.com
- Minimum to cash out: $10
- Pay via: Check
Ok, we talked about parents, we talked about kids under 12, now it’s time to talk about a panel that caters to teens.
Not surprisingly, the same company that’s behind ParentSpeak and KidzEyes is behind TeensEyes.
They only accept teens between 13 and 18.
And as you can imagine, it is a panel that focuses on conducting studies for products and services that teens use – snacks, video games, apps, TV shows, music, movies, clothing, etc.
Getting Paid
For every single survey, you earn points – anywhere from a few hundred to a few thousand.
Each point is worth 1¢. So, every survey can earn you between $2 and $20. Of course, there are some that pay less or more.
To cash out, you need at least 1000 points ($10), which will be paid to you via check.
Weird Rule
There is one very strange thing about this panel, and that is the fact that… I’ll let them explain:
No member may accumulate more than 60,000 points in any given calendar year.
They don’t give a reason for this, but I assume it has to do with taxes. You see, if you pay someone $600 in any given year, you are required by law to report that earning and send them a tax form at the end of the year. And since 60,000 points equals $600, I assume they have that rule in place so they don’t have to deal with all that paperwork come tax time.
8. Nielsen Digital Voice Research Panel (also known as Nielsen Computer & Mobile Panel)
- Official website: NielsenDigitalVoice
- Minimum to cash out: None
- Pay via: $10,000 monthly sweepstakes entry
When it comes to market research, perhaps nobody’s name is as recognizable as Nielsen.
Nielsen has found its way to thousands of living rooms through its Nielsen Rating program.
The program was developed to gather data about the audience size and composition of television programming in the United States.
Now they have another program, but this time the focus is on the Internet and our usage of it.
Here is how it works…
- You sign up for the site (free).
- Then you install a free app on your computer or other devices.
- The device works in the background, gathering data anonymously about your internet usage.
- Every month, you’re entered into the $10,000 monthly sweepstakes where 400 people win cash prizes each month (the top 2 get $1,000).
Normally, I don’t like survey sites that don’t directly pay you. Sweepstakes entries are great, but if you are looking to earn extra money consistently, sweepstakes won’t do.
So why add Nielsen to this list?
Because it’s way too easy to get an entry for a $1,000 prize every month!
Once you install their app, you don’t have to do anything else. It works in the background without affecting your device. You won’t even know it’s there.
And the data is gathered anonymously!
So it’s not like your name gets attached to the kinds of sites you visit. It’s just a demographic that gets attached to the data, which is combined with data from thousands of other anonymous sources.
Sure, you may not win $1,000 every month, but with 400 people winning something every month, you are bound to win some cash.
To join the program, visit Nielsen Digital Voice Research Panel.
9. LifePoints (formerly MySurvey and Global Test Market)
- Official website: Lifepoints.com
- Minimum to cash out: 5,550 points ($5)
- Pay via: PayPal, Gift cards, Merchandise & Donations to charity
LifePoints is a product of the famous market research company, Lightspeed Research, which conducts studies for some of the world’s biggest brands.
With LifePoints, you earn rewards for participating in online surveys, diaries, and product tests. Yes, you get paid to test products!
They paid more than $32 million to their worldwide members just in 2014 alone!
I have personally been a member of this panel for over 10 years (started back when it was split into two different sites, MySurvey and Global Test Market). During this time, a lot of things have changed, but one thing has stayed the same, and that’s the fact that they’re always on time with payouts, which is one reason why I have stayed with them for so long.
You earn points for surveys, which can be redeemed for cash, prizes, and gift cards.
10. Valued Opinions
- Official website: ValuedOpinions.com
- Minimum to cash out: $20
- Pay via: Amazon gift cards (instant)
Valued Opinions is a panel by Research Now LLC, another big research company that partners with organizations like MRII (Market Research Institute International).
The panel was created in 2004 and has slowly grown to become one of the top online survey panels.
Their surveys also cover a wide variety of topics – food, clothing, electronics, and even movies and TV shows.
You earn credits for every survey you take, which you can redeem for gift vouchers from top brands such as Amazon.com, Macy’s, Target, and others.
What I like about this site is that their gift vouchers are sent to you instantly. So if you like surveys and GPT sites that pay instantly, you will like this. As soon as you reach $20 in your account, you can request a gift card, and the code (for example, an Amazon gift certificate code) is sent to your email instantly.
There is no waiting period.
11. Microsoft User Research (formerly Playtest)
- Official website: Microsoft.com/usability
- Minimum to cash out: None
- Pay via: Gift card, free games, and software
This is Microsoft’s own in-house survey panel where they gather feedback on all of their existing products as well as new products. You get to test out new software, games, and any other product the company makes.
Most of their studies last about an hour.
You are rewarded for your participation with gift cards, as well as free software and Microsoft products.
12. Ipsos i-Say
- Official website: i-Say
- Minimum to cash out: 500 points
- Pay via: PayPal, Visa gift card, store gift cards
i-Say is powered by one of the leading global market research companies, Ipsos, which was founded in 1975.
According to the company, they conduct more than 70 million interviews (surveys, focus groups, etc.) every single year for more than 5,000 clients in over 100 countries.
That should tell you how big of a company this is and how seriously they take their online survey panel.
Here, you earn i-Say points. Just how many points depends on the survey (usually, the longer a survey, the more points you earn).
One good thing about this site is that, unlike some sites where after you fill out the survey you have to wait for days or even weeks to get credit, your account gets credited immediately after you complete the survey.
Loyalty Points
Another feature they have is their i-Say loyalty points program, which earns you bonus points on top of the normal points you earn for participating in individual surveys.
For every certain number of completed surveys, you earn a certain number of loyalty points.
For example, complete 10 surveys and you’ll earn an extra 50 points.
That’s something a lot of people like. It’s like getting free points for doing something that earns you points in the first place anyway.
Getting Paid
Once you have 500 points, you can redeem them for prizes like PayPal payments and Visa® Prepaid Cards, as well as gift cards for stores like:
- Amazon.com
- iTunes
- Starbucks
- Target
- and more.
Another great thing that makes i-Say a favorite among most survey takers is that their gift card prizes are delivered to your email instantly.
And if you know anything about rewards sites and how they pay, you know that is fast!
13. Toluna
- Official website: Toluna.com
- Minimum to cash out: 30,000 points
- Pay via: Gift cards, prizes
Toluna is part of the Toluna Group, a giant global market research firm.
They offer a wide variety of surveys that earn you points. For every survey, you earn between 3,000 to 6,000 points.
You can redeem your points for cash and prizes when you have at least 30,000 points in your account.
Sure, that seems high, but when you consider that the average survey pays 3,000 to 6,000 points, that you get 500 points just for signing up, a few thousand points for completing different parts of your profile, and hundreds of points for referring friends, you can see that it wouldn’t take long to reach the minimum requirement.
Currently, the 30,000 points requirement is for getting gift vouchers and prizes.
If you don’t want that, there are also two other cash-out options:
- Sweepstakes: You can use 500-1,000 points to earn entries for their monthly $4,500 sweepstakes or big prize sweepstakes, such as the current iPhone 7 Sweepstakes.
- Gifties: Gifties are explained by Toluna as “virtual gifts that can become real”—things like magazine subscriptions, apps, and virtual currencies that allow you to purchase items within apps, such as lives for Candy Crush. You need at least 50 points to redeem for items here.
One of the main draws of Toluna (and what it is best known for) is its product testing opportunities.
This is where they send you a product for free, you use it for a few weeks, then you answer a few questions about it and get paid for your time.
Who wouldn’t want to get free stuff, right?
But to be realistic, you shouldn’t expect a lot of this. It happens every once in a while. Join for the surveys and, if product testing opportunities come your way, treat them as the icing on the cake.
14. Harris Poll Online
- Official website: HarrisPoll.com
- Minimum to cash out: 1,250 points ($10)
- Pay via: e-Gift cards (instant)
HarrisPoll is another legitimate panel and one of the few that gets the Seal of Integrity from CASRO (Council of American Survey Research Organizations).
This is another site that rewards you with points, known as “HIpoints,” which can be redeemed for electronic gift cards.
On top of these points, you also earn a chance to win prizes from their biweekly and quarterly Harris Panel Sweepstakes!
Each survey can earn you between 75 to 200 points. To cash out, you’ll need 1,250 points (worth $10).
And since the rewards are e-gift cards, you’ll receive them instantly. No waiting around here either!
What I really like about HarrisPoll is that it is one of the few sites that give you something even if you don’t qualify for a survey—an entry to the HarrisPoll Sweepstakes.
But that’s not all…
They also give you 15 bonus HIpoints.
Not many points, but most sites don’t give you anything when you disqualify for a survey.
15. iPoll
- Official website: ipoll.com
- Minimum to cash out: $25
- Pay via: PayPal, Amazon.com e-vouchers, iTunes gift cards
iPoll is one of the few panels on this list that operates online survey panels in more than just the U.S. and a few other Western countries.
It has panels in India, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Vietnam, Pakistan, China, and many more.
iPoll was created back in 2008 as SurveyHead by the founders of one of the most recognizable panels, Gozing, which had reportedly paid over $5,000,000 to its members between 1999 and 2005. Gozing was acquired for $30 million by Greenfield Online in 2005.
The great thing about iPoll is that not only is it free to join, but they also give you a free $5 sign-up bonus just for becoming a member.
Here you have the chance to not only take surveys but also occasionally participate in mystery shopping assignments and product testing. They also have many teen surveys, hence their registration policy that allows anyone 17 and up to sign up.
Getting Paid
As for the rewards, there is no point system here—it’s straight cash. The average survey earns you between $1 to $5.
There is a minimum requirement for cashing out, set at $25. That’s rather high, but considering you get the first $5 for free and instantly, it’s not too bad.
Once you reach $25, you can cash out via a few different methods:
- PayPal payments
- Amazon.com e-vouchers
- iTunes gift cards
As a member, on top of earning cash for surveys, you also are entered into their quarterly sweepstakes draws of $10,000, which is pretty sweet since you get 4 chances every year to win.
The iPoll App
We can’t talk about iPoll without mentioning their awesome app.
The iPoll app is free and available for both Android and iOS devices.
App download links:
What makes this survey app special is that not only do you have the chance for more surveys which you can take on the go, but you also can earn cash for doing other small tasks—sort of like TaskRabbit or other short tasks sites and apps that pay you.
You get these “assignments” based on your location and demographics.
These tasks include things like taking a picture of a product, visiting a specific store, making a reservation, etc.
The best part?
You get paid cash on the spot!
16. Opinion Outpost
- Official website: OpinionOutpost.com
- Minimum to cash out: 50 points ($5)
- Pay via: PayPal, Amazon gift cards, iTunes vouchers
Opinion Outpost is backed by another giant in the market research industry, SSI (Survey Sampling International, LLC).
The reward system used here is point-based, meaning you earn points for completing available questionnaires.
You can redeem your points for cash (via PayPal), iTunes credits, or Amazon gift certificates.
What I particularly love about this panel is that on top of earning set rewards, you also get entries to win $10,000 in their quarterly prize draw.
That’s just icing on the cake!
17. Swagbucks
- Official website: Swagbucks.com
- Minimum to cash out: $1
- Pay via: PayPal, Gift Cards
Swagbucks, although not an online survey panel by definition, deserves a spot on this list because it is one of the best sites for earning extra money online.
I have reviewed Swagbucks and talked about it many times.
This is one site that does it all. You can earn rewards for doing almost anything you do online—from taking surveys and visiting websites to watching videos and even shopping (yes, you can earn cashback from hundreds of stores when you shop through Swagbucks).
There are so many ways to earn here. They even pay you for searching. You can install their famous Swagbucks search bar for free in your browser. Then, instead of going to Google, simply use it to do your daily searches and earn points.
Cashing Out
When it comes to cashing out, you also have tons of options.
From gift cards from hundreds of brands like Amazon, Target, Macy’s, and others to PayPal payments, charity donations, and more.
There is really no minimum requirement for getting paid. You can cash out even if you have $1 in your account.
The best part is that right now they also give you a free $5 sign-up bonus just for joining.
18. InboxDollars
- Official website: InboxDollars.com
- Minimum to cash out: $30
- Pay via: Check
InboxDollars is a lot like Swagbucks. It pays you to watch videos, play games, shop, take surveys, and complete offers.
This one has been around for a long time and has even been featured on ABC’s Good Morning America show.
They have paid over $43 million to their members to date. That says a lot about its legitimacy!
The only downside is their rather high minimum cashout requirement of $30.
However, they do give you a $5 bonus just for joining, and you earn a few more dollars for filling out your profile. So, you can probably earn the first $10 within the first few days.
Once you have $30, you can request a check.
19. Branded Surveys
- Official website: Surveys.gobranded.com
- Minimum to cash out: $10
- Pay via: Cash & Gift Cards
A few years back, there was an awesome survey panel that came from nowhere and quickly became popular. It was called MintVine. Well, MintVine has rebranded and is now known as Branded Surveys.
They offer a lot of surveys, so you can earn quickly.
You can also earn points by referring your friends and family.
20. Survey Junkie
- Official website: SurveyJunkie.com
- Minimum to cash out: $5
- Pay via: PayPal & Gift Cards
Survey Junkie is another top survey panel. They have been around since 2011 and have over 10 million panelists already.
You earn points for every survey you take. The number of points varies based on the survey (usually longer surveys pay more!).
You can also earn by testing products, participating in online and in-person focus groups, as well as taking part in phone surveys.
21. YouGov
- Official website: YouGov.com
- Minimum to cash out: $50
- Pay via: Prizes (tote bags, t-shirts, etc.), Gift Cards (for many online and offline stores)
Another site similar to Survey Junkie that has been around for years. Their surveys usually revolve around interesting topics, including politics, public affairs, products, brands, and current issues.
Other Legit Companies That Will Pay You to Take Online Surveys
How to get more surveys on – insert panel name here -?
One of the most common complaints with paid surveys is that there aren’t enough opportunities.
And of the ones available, you don’t always qualify for every single one.
So how do the people who claim they make $200, $400, $500, or even $1000 a month filling out surveys do it then?
Simple…
They join as many panels as they can get their hands on!
An individual market research company may only conduct a handful of studies and experiments each month, so your chances of making decent money with one site are very low.
But if you join a few dozen sites, you instantly tip the odds in your favor.
Fortunately, there are a few dozen trusty and legitimate panels that have proven time and again that they do pay.
They all work pretty much the same way as our top favorite panels we just talked about above.
The differences are usually in the form of payments and the minimum requirement for cashing out.
Besides those few differences, they are all free to join and work the same way for you:
- Take the survey.
- Earn points or cash.
- Get paid.
Here are some of them:
22. NiceQuest
- Official website: https://www.nicequest.com/us
- Minimum to cash out: $5
- Pay via: Merchandise, Store Gift Cards, Movie Vouchers, Restaurant Gift Cards, Donations to Charity, Sweepstakes Entries
This is an awesome panel that also offers surveys for Hispanics and teens, as well as mobile surveys you can take via their survey app.
They have high-paying surveys, which makes them very popular.
But there is a downside…
You can only get in via an invitation. You can find these invitation codes through their online ad campaigns or on their Facebook and Twitter pages.
You earn points (called “Shells”) for each survey. 10 Shells equal about $1.
When it comes to redeeming your earnings, NiceQuest has one of the largest selections of prizes and options, from electronics, toys, and gift cards for numerous online and brick-and-mortar stores to restaurants, movie theater gift cards, and even charity donations.
What I really like about NiceQuest is that, unlike most other sites where you only get paid if you qualify and complete the survey, you earn some points even if you don’t qualify.
And that makes it a must-join site!
23. Institute for Online Consumer Studies – Panel Closed!
- Official website: http://www.iocs.org/panel.cfm
- Minimum to cash out: None (you get paid after each survey)
- Pay via: PayPal
IOCS is a not-for-profit research organization that conducts studies and experiments on shopping-related behavior—things like how we, as consumers, evaluate products, how we make buying decisions, etc. Although the focus is mostly on shopping-related behavior, some of their experiments and studies include broader areas of marketing, psychology, and economics.
24. Datatelligence Online
- Official website: http://www.datatelligence.net/
- Minimum to cash out: 1000 Points
- Pay via: PayPal, Prizes
Most of their surveys take around 10 minutes or so. Unfortunately, they don’t have many surveys available. You may receive 1-2 surveys per month.
Some surveys pay cash, some offer you an entry into a drawing, and some earn you Datatelligence points.
25. Mindspay Update 3/12/21: It appears that Mindspay is no longer in business.
- Official website: http://www.mindspay.com
- Minimum to cash out: $50
- Pay via: PayPal
They claim to also offer paid product testing opportunities. But it’s not really paid product testing; it’s more about getting cash back. Basically, besides surveys, you can purchase products and services through their portal and earn a certain amount of cash back for every dollar you spend. If you were going to buy something already, it’s a great way to get some of the cash back. But don’t just buy something because of the cashback.
26. FusionCash
- Official website: http://www.fusioncash.net/
- Minimum to cash out: $25
- Pay via: Check, Direct Deposit, PayPal
FusionCash is very similar to CashCrate in that it’s not strictly a survey panel run by a market research company. You can also get paid for signing up for various sites, completing offers, shopping, as well as taking surveys. You also get a free $5 sign-up bonus.
27. Engage Studies Consumer Panel
- Official website: https://engagestudies.com/participate/
- Minimum to cash out: $50
- Pay via: Check
Engage Studies offers some of the highest-paying surveys, ranging from $50 to $250. But the downside is that there aren’t many surveys available throughout the year. However, it’s a good site to keep in your arsenal of money-making survey sites.
28. Engage Studies Healthcare Panel
- Official website: https://engagestudies.com/zoho/medical.php
- Minimum to cash out: $50
- Pay via: Check
Engage Studies runs another panel that is only focused on healthcare-related studies. To join, you have to be a member of the medical/healthcare community.
29. ESearch
- Official website: http://www.esearch.com
- Minimum to cash out: $1
- Pay via: PayPal
This is another panel that accepts members worldwide, but most of their studies are geared towards U.S. consumers. You can expect $1 to $5 on average per survey. Although with some of their surveys, the incentive is an entry to a drawing.
30. HCD Surveys
- Official website: https://www.hcdsurveys.com/panel/index.cfm
- Minimum to cash out: $10
- Pay via: Check
On average, each survey you take earns you between 100 ($1) to 500 ($5) points, which equal $1 to $5. One thing I don’t like about this site is that it can take up to 4-6 weeks to receive your check. I wish they would switch to PayPal since it is easier and payments are received instantly.
31. Panda Research
- Official website: http://www.pandaresearch.com
- Minimum to cash out: $50
- Pay via: PayPal
With Panda, you can also get paid to read emails. Each paid email pays between 3¢ to 25¢. You also receive a $3 bonus as soon as you sign up.
32. Consumer Village
- Official website: https://village.gongos.com
- Minimum to cash out: $5
- Pay via: Gift Cards
What sets Consumer Village apart from other panels is their moderated surveys. Besides the usual surveys where you answer questions, they offer “moderated” surveys where you discuss the topic with other panelists while the discussion is overseen by a moderator.
33. Directive Analytics Panel
- Official website: https://www.directiveanalytics.com/our-panel
- Minimum to cash out: $1
- Pay via: Check
Here, you earn “Direct Points” for each survey. 100 Direct Points = $1. To redeem your points, you need to send them an email with the subject line “Check Request.”
34. Vindale Research – Panel Closed!
- Official website: https://www.vindale.com/
- Minimum to cash out: $50
- Pay via: PayPal, Check
Their minimum seems high, but they do have very high-paying surveys, some paying as much as $50. Vindale even pays you $2 just for signing up.
35. ePoll
- Official website: https://www.epollsurveys.com/
- Minimum to cash out: $5
- Pay via: PayPal, Gift Cards
ePoll is one of the oldest survey panels that has proven to be a legitimate paying panel.
36. CashCrate
- Official website: http://cashcrate.com/
- Minimum to cash out: $20
- Pay via: PayPal
Taking surveys isn’t the only way to make money with CashCrate. You can also earn money by doing offers, shopping, and even referring friends and family to the site. Read our CashCrate review for tips on how to make more money with this site.
37. National Consumer Panel
- Official website: https://www.ncponline.com/panel/US/EN/Login.htm
- Minimum to cash out: 8000 Points
- Pay via: Prepaid Visa Gift Card
This is an exclusive panel from the famous Nielsen company (yes, the same company behind Nielsen TV Ratings). Instead of rating TV shows, here you scan your purchase receipts and answer a few quick questions about the items you just bought.
38. My Opinion Now
- Official website: http://us.myopinionnow.com/
- Minimum to cash out: 20,000 Points ($20)
- Pay via: Check
Here you earn RewardPoints for every survey you complete. The longer the survey, the more RewardPoints you earn.
39. Mindspay – Panel Closed!
- Official website: http://www.mindspay.com/
- Minimum to cash out: $50
- Pay via: PayPal
You may be shocked at their high minimum cash-out requirement, but it’s actually not that hard to reach it! Here’s why: they have been known to offer some of the highest-paying surveys. I have been a member for many years and lost track of how many $10-$20 surveys I filled out here.
40. Point Club
- Official website: https://www.pointclub.com/
- Minimum to cash out: 25,000 points ($25)
- Pay via: PayPal & Gift Cards
Not only can you earn points by taking surveys, but you can also earn by participating in mobile surveys, diary surveys, and referring friends.
41. Paid Viewpoint
- Official website: https://paidviewpoint.com/
- Minimum to cash out: $15
- Pay via: PayPal
What I particularly like about Paid Viewpoint is their quick payouts. You usually receive your PayPal payment in less than 72 hours.
42. Springboard America
- Official website: https://www.springboardamerica.com/
- Minimum to cash out: 5,000 Points ($20)
- Pay via: PayPal, Prepaid Visa, Gift Cards (Amazon, Best Buy, Target, etc.)
Here you earn points for each survey, and they are usually awarded to your account within 24 hours after completing the survey.
43. ACOP (American Consumer Opinion Panel)
- Official website: http://www.acop.com/
- Minimum to cash out: 1,000 Points
- Pay via: PayPal, Hyperwallet
43. ACOP (American Consumer Opinion Panel)
- Official website: http://www.acop.com/
- Minimum to cash out: 1,000 Points
- Pay via: PayPal, Hyperwallet
American Consumer Opinion is a panel operated by one of the top market research firms in the country, Decision Analyst, Inc. They have been around for a very long time and have proven to be trustworthy and, more importantly, a paying survey company.
44. Crowdology
- Official website: https://crowdology.com/
- Minimum to cash out: $8 for PayPal and $10 for Amazon
- Pay via: PayPal, Amazon Gift Cards
This is a rather new(ish) survey site that has become a favorite of mine. If you request a PayPal payment, you can receive it in less than 48 hours (usually much faster). The only downside is with Amazon gift card rewards; it can take up to 4 weeks to receive your gift card. Hopefully, they will speed this up soon.
45. One Opinion
- Official website: https://www.oneopinion.com/
- Minimum to cash out: 25,000 points ($25)
- Pay via: PayPal, Prepaid Visa
Besides surveys, OneOpinion also offers product testing here and there.
46. PanelPolls
- Official website: https://community.panelpolls.com/
- Minimum to cash out: 20,000 points ($20)
- Pay via: Check
They have a lot of surveys geared towards families and also offer paid focus groups you can participate in.
47. Kids Opinions
- Official website: https://community.panelpolls.com/kids_projects.php
- Minimum to cash out: 1,000 points ($1)
- Pay via: Check
Kids Opinions is actually a part of PanelPolls. They have surveys for kids that your children can participate in with your permission.
48. Legerweb
- Official website: https://legerweb.com/
- Minimum to cash out: $20
- Pay via: Check
Legerweb is a Canadian panel that not only pays you for surveys but also for referring your friends and family.
49. Clear Voice
- Official website: https://www.clearvoicesurveys.com/
- Minimum to cash out: $10
- Pay via: Payoneer, Amazon gift certificates, Dining Dough gift certificates
This is one of the few companies that accept international members, although the majority of their surveys are geared towards residents of the U.S., Canada, and the U.K.
Even More Money Making Sites
When I first created this post, I just wanted to share my favorite panels, hence the original 21 market research panels.
But I’ve been getting a lot of emails and Facebook messages from our readers asking for more panels, especially since I always bring up the idea of joining a few dozen sites for those serious about making money with online surveys.
One-Stop Shop for Earning Cash for Sharing Your Opinion
With that in mind, here are more legitimate survey sites you can use to make money online:
- InstaGC
- Opinion Bureau
- iSurveyWorld
- MyPoints
- OpinionWorld
- Grab Points
- SurveyRewards
- SurveyWorld (read “Is Survey World Legit” before signing up for this one!)
- SpiderMetrix
- Hagen Sinclair
- Darwin’s Data
- Quest Mindshare
- Tellwut
- Palm Research
- Knowledge Panel
- MediaInsiders
- Center for the Decision Sciences
- CVS Advisor
- Small Business Knowledge Center
- Medical Advisory Board
- Scarborough Surveys
- Global Survey Group
- 20/20 Panel
- My View
- Permission Research
- ZoomPanel
- Opinion Square
- Univox Community
- Test Spin
- MobileXpression
- HotSpex
- MySoapBox (Previously ClickIQ)
- Springboard America
- InboxResearch
- OneOpinion
- InboxPounds
Be sure to share this post and bookmark it so you can check back often, as I will be expanding this list with even more paying surveys.
How Do Paid Surveys Work?
For those of you who aren’t familiar with the industry, let me quickly explain how paid surveys work.
When companies want to find out what consumers think about their products and services to improve or develop new ones, they turn to market research companies.
Market research companies have online (as well as offline) panels where they pay a group of panelists to share their thoughts and experiences about these products and services.
You might be familiar with focus groups. Well, online surveys are kind of like that, except you answer surveys via online forms and questionnaires.
What Kind of Questions Do Surveys Ask?
Surveys ask questions designed to help companies fine-tune a product or develop a new, better version. When it comes to business, data is important. After all, if you don’t know what your customers want, how can you make things that they will buy?
Survey questions can cover a wide range of topics, but the end goal is usually the same: to understand consumers and make products they want to buy. Questions can be as detailed or as simple as a yes or no response.
To give you an idea, let’s assume we are conducting a survey about PayPal, the company/website that allows you to pay and get paid quickly and easily online.
Some of the questions you can expect could be:
- How easy is it to send money from your PayPal account?
- Do you prefer to log in on your phone or on your computer?
- How many times a week/month do you use PayPal to pay or get paid?
- What new features would you like to see?
Now, of course, this is an oversimplified version, but you get the idea. The goal is to gather information and data from actual consumers and use that data to improve or create better products.
Why Do They Pay People to Answer Surveys?
Because nobody likes to do things for free! People need an incentive to take time out of their busy lives to answer questions that will benefit and enrich big companies and corporations.
To get people to take the time to complete surveys, market research (MR) companies have to offer incentives. So, they pay you!
Where Does the Money Come From?
The money comes from businesses and companies that pay market research firms to conduct surveys. To obtain the valuable data that companies and manufacturers need, they pay MR companies to carry out these surveys on their behalf.
“Why Won’t Companies Do It Themselves?”
The same reason you might pay someone to fix your car instead of buying the tools and parts, learning the trade, and fixing it yourself! It’s expensive and time-consuming. It’s much easier and more cost-effective to pay an expert to handle it correctly.
How Do I Get Paid?
Not all survey sites operate or pay in the same way.
Generally, there are three ways you get paid:
- Cash – paid via PayPal or by Check.
- Points – that you can redeem for gift cards and prizes.
- Sweepstakes Entries – that give you chances to win cash and prizes.
These days, almost all survey sites offer or are moving towards cash and gift card payments, in addition to providing sweepstakes entries.
How Much Money Can I Make Taking Surveys?
If you’re serious about earning money by filling out online survey forms, you’ll naturally wonder how much you can potentially make. The truth is, there’s no straightforward answer!
Several factors determine how much an individual survey pays:
- The length of the survey.
- The product or topic the survey covers.
- Other related factors.
Given these variables, survey payouts can range from a modest $0.25 to as much as $200 (which is the highest I’ve encountered).
However, it’s important to note that most surveys take no more than 15 minutes to complete, with average payouts typically falling between $1 to $5.
As a general rule, the payout is usually proportional to the time required to complete a survey.
An average panelist who is a member of several survey sites can earn an extra few hundred dollars a year. Of course, those who sign up for more sites and spend more time on surveys are likely to earn more.
Why Do I Have to Qualify to Take a Survey?
This is a common point of confusion for many people taking surveys for money. Some individuals mistakenly believe that not qualifying for a survey means the company is scamming them, but that’s not the case!
Companies seek feedback from their target consumers. For example, if you don’t use PayPal, answering questions about PayPal’s services is not useful for PayPal. It would be a waste of resources to survey people who don’t use their product.
That’s why surveys include “pre-screening” questions. These questions help research companies ensure they gather data from the appropriate demographic. Almost every survey panel asks you to complete a profile, and some even reward you with points for doing so. This profile information helps match you with surveys that fit your demographic profile. If you don’t meet certain criteria, pre-screening questions will filter out surveys that aren’t a good fit for you.
Survey Directories/Database
Imagine this…
You see an ad online for a survey site that claims “Earn up to $150 per hour taking surveys!”
You can’t believe it.
Even though it says “Up to,” you’re still thinking about that number, $150!
So you click and sign up for the site. Confirmation email comes, you click on the link and verify your account. You log in to your dashboard for the first time, happy and excited to start making that money.
A quick glance at the available “survey” is all it takes to turn your excitement into disappointment. “These are not surveys, this is just a list of other REAL paid survey panels!” you think to yourself.
This was exactly my reaction when I signed up for one of those sites.
Here’s the Thing…
These sites are not actual survey panels themselves. They don’t conduct market research studies at all. They just give you a list of real survey companies that pay so you can join them.
Now, some of them may also pay you for signing up for those listed sites.
Why?
Because they earn affiliate commissions (it’s one of the ways MoneyPantry and almost every other site make money) from those survey sites for every new panelist they send them.
There is nothing wrong with that. I just want to distinguish them from real survey panels so you don’t get confused. I see them as sort of survey directories. And I think you should join a few since they are free anyway. Their lists may contain a few survey sites that you didn’t know about.
Overall, some of these sites may be a good tool to have in your arsenal if you want to take this to the next level and get serious about making money as a survey taker.
Some of the survey directories that you may have seen their ads online include:
- SurveyMoneyMachines
- SurveyCompare
- SurveyMomma
- SurveySheep
- PanelPayDay
- SurveyDownline
The main issue I take with these sites is their outrageous earning claims that you can “easily” earn $25 to $75 an hour taking surveys. That’s just nonsense!
What About Survey Sites that Charge Membership Fees?
“Earn $25 on your first survey plus earn $100 participating in focus groups.”
“Earn $3500 a month filling surveys.”
“Get paid $100 for every online and phone survey.”
These are some of the claims made by a few sites that you’ve probably seen in ads online.
But Here is the Catch…
You have to pay to become a member! The fee ranges from $4.99 a year to a one-time $27, $35, and even $49 fee.
They claim you can make a living taking surveys. Some even claim you can make more money than some people with good-paying jobs out there.
Here is the Thing…
It’s all BS!
I don’t even know where to begin! This whole thing is wrong on a few different levels:
- First, sure, there are surveys and focus groups that may pay up to $100, but they are not the norm. Most surveys pay much less than that. Those $100 surveys… you may come across them once in a blue moon if you are lucky enough.
- Second, there is nobody making $3500 a month filling out online surveys. Sure, there are people who may earn $1000 or even $2000 a month, but they are in the minority. For most of us, it would be impossible unless you join every survey site that there is and spend every single waking hour filling out surveys. And that’s assuming if you are lucky enough to have that many surveys available to begin with.
- Third, these sites are not survey panels themselves, nor are they affiliated with actual market research companies. These sites simply give you a list of real survey sites, which you can get for free on this very page. You can also use those free survey directories we mentioned above to find more survey sites.
How Do I Know This Stuff?
Because I was dumb enough to fall for one of these sites a 15+ years ago when I initially got into trying to make money online. I paid $47 for the membership fee and all I got was a list of survey sites, most of which I was already a member of.
Thankfully, I was smart enough to request a refund right away, so I got my money back. But that (getting a refund) may not be the case for many people.
That’s why I wanted to include this section in this post to hopefully help those who may fall for such scams. At the end of the day, these sites that charge you a “membership” fee are totally a scam and not worth your time or money.
Stay away from them and any so-called survey site that you have to pay to join.
Paid Survey Scams: Protect Yourself!
As I mentioned earlier, unfortunately, there are survey scams out there.
Because making money with paid surveys sounds so easy and awesome, scammers know that people are much likelier to fall for scams related to it. They promise you the moon. They tell you how you can make a full-time income in your pajamas on your couch taking fun surveys!
Who wouldn’t want that? Unfortunately, nobody can make a living taking surveys. Ok, there may be a few people here and there that can make enough with surveys that they can say it’s their job, but for the majority, it’s just a way to earn some extra cash.
So, How Can You Stay Away from Survey Scams?
The best and easiest way to avoid scams is to remember that all legitimate survey sites backed by real market research companies are free to join. No real survey panel will charge you a registration fee. After all, they are supposed to pay you for your opinion, not you paying them to join their site!
Keep this in mind, though, a joining fee may not be enough indication that the site is up to no good. But with zero joining fees, there is no chance you can lose money unwittingly.
Another useful piece of advice is to do your research online before deciding on any survey websites. You can check out online forums and reviews, find out how they rate by the BBB, and whatever else that will help you gain as much insight as practical before joining any site.
The Bottom Line
Hopefully, this post and the list of survey sites will help you make a little extra cash with surveys while avoiding scams.
Be sure to bookmark this post. If I see enough interest, I’ll turn this page into a sort of directory where we continuously update and add new surveys to the list.
Remember, you will not get rich taking surveys, but you can make a little side money in your free time while helping to develop and improve products and services you use in your everyday life.
rezze
All this website is great but one site which is not mention here is univoxcommunity.com. i am attached with this site from last 2 years and i have earned many points and 2 Amazon gift card. got amazon gift card , which operates across the world and gives you access to millions of products!. and they are very friendly with panelists. i love this website which always ready to help in any trouble. so for me this is my favorite site for earning money.
Satrap
Thanks for the comment, Rezze. I have heard of Univox and so far it seems like people like it. I have added it to the list. I am glad you are enjoying your experience with them.
rose
I have joined many survey site from all this site, and they are good but they take time for payment. one of the most amazing online survey site is missing here which i have joined last year and earn many point, this site pay at a weekly cycle and pay maximum point for every survey. . I have earned many points and Tango Card which is a very special gift card. Value on a Tango Card can be redeemed for other popular gift cards, donations and local business options – all without any fees or expiration dates. Its called surveycurrency.com.
Satrap
I have never heard of SurveyCurrency, Rose. And the link you gave for it doesn’t work. I searched on Google as well, but I couldn’t fin any reference to it.
Debbie
Heads up Cash4Surveys is a Giant rip off and are very nasty when it comes to thier support office……
Satrap
Thanks for the heads up, Debbie.
I am curious, what was the issue that made you contact them?
Emma
A very good lists of legit sites. I just joined from your lists. But surveys cannot make you rich. I’m thinking of going into something that pays good like dating, afiliate marketing etc. Thanks for the lists.
Satrap
Thanks, Emma!
Yeah, I don’t think anybody out there is expecting to get rich with paid surveys. Its just a great way to supplement your income.
Mike
The best survey site for me at least is Swagbucks. It is one of the few legitimate sites that I have encountered in my 5+ years of experience, making me several hundred dollars last year with minimal effort.
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Good luck making money!!
Satrap
Swagbucks is indeed a great site for earning extra money. I am happy you are having success with it, Mike.
Milad
Hi satrap tankyou .i live in iran ,where,s there meke maney in iran? Sory my english is not good.
Satrap
Hi Milad joon,
Sadly, there aren’t any survey sites (at least none that I know of) that accept members from Iran.
Your English is better than some people who have been living in the U.S. for years and still can’t speak the language.
By the way, where in Iran do you live? I was born and raised in Sari right under the Caspian sea.
peadar gaffney
Satrap.i have just punched link to join ipsos and get linked to mysurvey…is this correct ???
Satrap
No, it should go to iPsos’ site. Please check again.
Marzia
Hi it is Marzia Wahidi I am from Afghanistan can I make money from these sites?
Saeed
Hi Marzia, unfortunately, none of these sites accept members from Afghanistan. In fact, most only accept members from the U.S. and a few other Western countries like the U.K. and Canada.
You can however make money as a freelancer on freelancing sites. Check out How to make money freelancing for a step by step guide on how to get started as a beginner. Good luck Marzia.
Jerald Hudson
Hello Satrap;
I live in Tbilisi Georgia, I have a paypal account, The Banks here will pay out on paypal accounts , so what do i do to find the rite website?
Satrap
You just have to read each sites’ FAQ section to see if they allow members from Georgia. That said, unfortunately, I don’t think you’d be getting too many surveys, if any, since most market research studies are tailored towards the western consumers, at least for the time being.
Diane
I’ve been given a large check and a shopping assignment and instructed to cash the check from my personal checking account. Is this safe and normal?
Satrap
No, that is 100% scam, Diane. Do not cash that check.
It’s a very well-known scam. You cash the check, then they ask you to either wire some of that money back to them as some sort of fee or buy something for them and send the item to them. So, you deposit the check, then wire some cash to them thinking that the check you just deposited will cover that. A few days later, after you already send them the money, the check will bounce and the money you send to them will come out of your own account.
Again, please do not cash the check or send them any money. It’s a scam.
Danielle Bray
Fusion Cash is a good one.
Jean Philippe Pharau
Work at home
ANGELA WRENN
THANKS THIS IS AWESOME!!!!!!!!
Satrap
You are welcome, Angela. Thanks for being an awesome fan of MoneyPantry.
Anthony Turzinski
I will try it
mike magette
Hi, ive never done surveys, but I would like to start, thanks for the great info…. I know there are many, many variables, but did I read your article right, did you say 200/year for the average person ? That seems hardly worth it haha…… It seems too me if you join more than 1 site, and are actively doing them daily, or weekly, you should be able to generate almost that monthly?? Maybe its my lack of experience that makes me think that lol.. Thanks Mike
Satrap
You could make way more than that if you actually join a dozen sites and take surveys every day. But there are also variables. For example, there aren’t always surveys available. You may get a few survey a week from some sites. On others you may get a few a month.
With that $200 average, I am trying to paint a realistic picture for people. I’m tired of many people/blogs claiming you can make a living with paid surveys. It’s just not realistic. The best way to look at it is to see it as a fun way to make some extra cash on the side or to earn some free gift cards.
Now, don’t get me wrong. There are people who do make a few thousand dollars or more a year with paid surveys. But that’s not the norm. If you do want to increase your earnings substantially, your best bet is to also join focus groups (we have a big list of ’em. Just do a quick search on Google for “moneypantry.com focus groups”). They pay much more between $50 to $400 or more per focus group secession.
You can also participate in clinical trials and studies. They pay really well – thousands of dollars for each study. Each study takes from a few days to a few months.
mike
Hi Satrap, thanks for your insight….. Im really searching for a way to make $$$ at home. As I found myself in a 24/7 caregiving position taking care of my Dad, time consuming, and stressful, but a blessing I can do it. So, ill try some of your suggestion.. Thanks
Satrap
That’s very nice and loving of you to be there for your dad, Mike. I am sorry about your dad’s health issues. I hope he recovers quickly.
Yeah, there are tons of ways to make extra cash online. You can use these survey sites as well as other sites we feature on MoneyPantry. Keep me posted. Good luck, Mike.
mike
Hi Satrap thanks so much. You just never know where the road will turn, and where you will find yourself… Well at 86, I hope my Dad will make some kind of recovery, but hes been through a lot. But, thanks again for all the time and effort you put in gathering info., for all your websites.
Satrap
You are very welcome, Mike. I also hope your dad will make a good recovery.
I am glad this site has been useful for you. Please keep me posted about your progress and your dad’s.
Deon Christie
Interesting read, thanks for sharing. I suppose that online surveys may generate a few extra dollars on the side for some people, but it does require you to qualify for certain surveys online. In many cases you may not qualify, and will result in having to search for more surveys. This can be time consuming and in most cases not as profitable as may be expected.
Barbara
I belong to many of these sites. MOST of them pay avg of .25 -$1 @best….not $5 to $100. If that were true I’d be rich! Test a site to see how long (hrs) to earn $5. That will give u a pretty good idea.
Barbara M.
Satrap
“MOST OF THEM” yes, but there are sites like MindSwarms that do pay $50 per survey.
rizwan
MindSwarms is not working in the signup process
AbdoMoneim
I’am interstand is web surveysavvy.com but how payout is money check
Allie
Thanks for this list!! My favorite is mit vine. The surveys are easy and the pay out is $10 which you can get in gift cards or into your PayPal account. Super easy to do no sign up fee
I average 100 bucks a month for minutes a day
Steven
Thanks for putting together such a comprehensive list of good survey sites.
For mobile surveys, I recommend QuickThoughts. They have an app available for Android and iOS.
Anthony Turzinski
I have been on my points and I have not had any trouble you should try it
Mohamed
Is there any website that can pay by google gift cards?
Tim
Almost every single one of these sites are either liars scammers or just incompetent!
It’s all quite shit and a giant waste of time. All Fraudulent!
Amanda
Hi Tim, I’m sorry, but you are incorrect. These are not fraudulent sites at all. We’ve done our research. They are NOT get rich quick sites, if that’s what you’re looking for. Taking surveys for extra money can take some time, but I assure you, these sites are legit. Thanks for reading!
Fox
I do the odd survey site here and there and earn little bits, but my favourite which I didn’t see on your list is LifePoints. I can earn between £5 and £15 (yes. That’s GBP!) a month depending on how many surveys there are, but there are a lot of surveys coming in daily. I always do this one first and then the others (just in case I get bored!).
Brad Percell
Do you know if Zebra Research Surveys is legitimate or not?
I stumbled into their site today and signed-up prior to doing any investigating.
Thus far, I’ve been unable to find out anything about them.
Any information that you might be able to provide about them would be sincerely appreciated.
Amanda
Hi Brad,
I just took a quick look at their site, and saw a lot of red flags. I haven’t done a thorough investigation, but it sure looks like a scam to me. Please don’t send them any money or your banking info!
Nathaniel
I would love to take a suvery to earn money
Saeed Darabi
It’s a fun way to earn some extra cash, Nathaniel. And it’s easy and free to get started. Just sign up for a few of our favorite survey sites today.
Mercy
I’ve joined the majority of those sites, but my favorites so far are SurveySavvy, Swagbucks, and Neilsen. I’ve joined a new survey panel called ProductReportCard. I’m pretty sure they partnered up with I-say or Ipsos because I’ve gotten tons of product tests from them. Even if you don’t qualify for a survey you get 0.10 cents back I think.
Raz
Hi Satrap,
Plse can you tell me which of the survey sites work globally , and which work for Specially India
Saeed Darabi
Raz, some of the best survey sites in India include Toluna, Valued Opinions, Swagbucks, Cashcrate and TellyPulse.
prima808
This is a very comprehensive & informative list of survey sites. Great job on all the research and thanks for compiling this. Question: Do you know if Mindspay is defunct? I haven’t been able to access their site for a while now.
Amanda
Yes, it seems like they are out of business. The site no longer works, and they now have an F rating with the BBB. Thanks for the heads up, we’ll get our post updated!
Gary May
I have started with SURVEY JUNKIE as they say they will direct deposit to my credit union. Is it safe to send banking info to them? Thanks for the help. Gary
Amanda
Hi Gary, We have found Survey Junkie to be a legit company, but their website says that they pay out via PayPal & gift cards, so you may want to double check that you’re actually dealing with Survey Junkie (and not a scam site) before releasing any info. Thanks!
Melissa
This is the best, most thoroughly researched list I’ve come across in the 2 years I’ve been researching and participating in online surveys.
Also, Money Pantry has become one of my favorite websites for the best information on all things money making and money saving.
Thank you for the effort and hard work. I appreciate it!
I’ll definitely be sharing this post with everyone I know, because it’s too useful for anyone to miss!
Saeed
Thank you so much for the kind words, Melissa. I am so happy MoneyPantry is helpful to you and thank you in advance for sharing MoneyPantry posts on social media and with friends and family.
SUBHASH
Cashcrate is a website that cheats. I completed my surveys and earned $20, I request for redeeming but same time they shifted all the customers to an another survey website and closed their original website without any support. They even not replied the message.
ciprian ioan ianculescu
mindswarms is a scam, uploaded a selfie video and nothing.
or wait, are they racists and accepting only US citizens?
Saeed
It has nothing to do with racisms. If their clients need panelists only from the U.S because all of their stores are in the U.S. it doesn’t make sense to get panelist who don’t fit that criteria. Not everything is about race, Ciprian.
Josie
Need to update this list of survey panels. They are either out of date or have closed.
Saeed
Thank you Josie. I have updated the list.
Adeyinka Abayomi
How do I sign up
Saeed
Just click on the link, then follow the instruction by entering your information (name, email, age, etc.).
Moniso
hello I’m from Bhutan. These websites seems interesting to earn extra money apart from daily salary but sadly it’s not available for Bhutanese. We can’t link our bank card. it would be great if we can access and if these website can pay in check. Thank you.
Saeed
I know, it is frustrating, Moniso. Unfortunately, there are very few truly international paid survey sites that accept member from every country including Bhutan.
The reason is that most of the companies that need the feedback from these surveys, operate in the U.S. and a few other countries. So it wouldn’t make sense for them to pay people from countries where they don’t operate in. After all, the feedback from surveys is used to help these companies develop new products and services or make the existing ones better, so they can make more money.
TJ
How do these payouts work with taxes? Are these payouts reported to the IRS?
Saeed
Greta question TJ. If you make over $600 a year with any of these companies, yes, you have to report it. They will actually send you a 1099 form.
Paul Glandorf
We get lunch to go every 2 week on Sunday. Chopped steak and 1/2 rack of ribs. Yummy
Saeed
Paul, I am not sure if I follow!?
What do you mean and what does that have to to do with online survey sites?