Prostock-Studio / iStock.com Probably most of us could use some extra money, and you don’t need to look any further than your smartphone for ways to make it. Sign up to take part in online surveys and studies, most of which you can do without leaving home. What Are the Top 10 Paid Online Studies and Surveys?
Companies across the country turn to market research firms to get the opinions of people like you to help shape their products and services. 1. American Consumer Opinion
Founded in 1986, American Consumer Opinion has more than 7 million members willing to share their opinions about products and services, according to its website. You’ll receive between 100 and 5,000 points for each project you participate in, and points are worth a penny, translating into $1 to $50 per survey. Members can earn gift cards and other prizes through additional incentives. The company reports it has run more than 20 million surveys and distributed in excess of $35 million.
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If you live in one of 13 specific major metropolitan areas from coast to coast, you could be eligible to participate in paid market research opportunities run by Fieldwork . The company says it is looking for consumers to take part in research studies in a variety of areas. Interviews and panels take one to two hours, with topics that range from “breakfast cereal to video games,” Fieldwork’s website says. Fieldwork doesn’t reveal its compensation on its website. 3. Focus Group
With Focus Group , opinions gathered are used to shape the future of everything from food to healthcare. Studies are conducted in person at one of 16 locations across the United States or via telephone or online. Or, you could be asked to take part in a product test.
Focus Group is owned by Schlesinger Group, which has provided research services for more than a half-century. Participants receive rewards for every survey they complete, and while the company doesn’t specify the amount, Focus Group says it has paid out $65 million in the past year. 4. LifePoints
With LifePoints , you’ll earn points for each survey you complete that can be turned into PayPal credit or gift cards. LifePoints offers a variety of surveys, product tests, polls and more that take an average of 10 to 20 minutes to finish. LifePoints will tell you how many points you’ll earn for each opportunity and also offers occasional special prizes that include smart TVs. LifePoints says it has paid out more than $22 million to members in the past year. 5. PingPong
While its website talks about its pay scale in euros, anyone can take part in PingPong surveys — no matter where you live. PingPong conducts video interviews and user tests for its client list, which includes Skyscanner and Nestle. PingPong says it pays up to 100 euros per hour — about $105 — though some projects could be worth twice that. 6. Probe Market Research
Probe Market Research runs a variety of research projects for clients, and you could be asked to give your thoughts on things such as television commercials, an ad campaign or product packaging. The company conducts focus groups and might interview you by phone to get your insight, and you could earn up to $400.
Sign up through the Probe Market Research website or look at the company’s Facebook page. It frequently advertises upcoming projects, and if you fit the qualifications or regional requirements, you can apply for the opportunity. 7. Product Report Card
Participants in Product Report Card surveys will enjoy a variety of opportunities plus the availability of free product tests every month. The payouts run the gamut, too – from 50 cents to $500. Product Report Card says that since 2012, it has worked with more than 200 companies on over 18,500 surveys. It also has paid out more than $14 million, much of it via gift cards. 8. Recruit & Field
Based in New York, Recruit & Field has been leading market research projects since 1977. Participants are consumers, medical professionals for healthcare surveys, and businesspeople used for business-to-business studies. While it doesn’t disclose its pay rates on its website, payment is made via PayPal or gift cards. Recruit & Field says it has worked with some of the biggest businesses, including Google , GMC and Spotify. 9. Respondent
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