15 Ways to Take Surveys for Money

In case you didn’t know, many survey panels these days pay in gift cards and not cash. Even though most of us love gift cards, it’s safe to say that cash is better, right?

With that in mind, I’ve put together a list of 15 ways to take online surveys to make money. Every sign on this list has a cash payment option!

Keep in mind that surveys are only for bringing in extra money. You won’t break the bank with any of the panels below, but every little bit helps — and it definitely adds up when you’re a member of several at once.

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15 Ways to Take Online Surveys to Make Money

Paid point of view

Paid Viewpoint is one of the most popular survey panels. The surveys are short and simple, and they have a reputation for paying quickly – sometimes the same day you request. Cash out to PayPal once you reach $15.

Tellut

Tellwut is a reputable and fun survey panel that pays with cash on PayPal as well as gift cards. They use a points system, but points convert directly to cash if you choose PayPal as your payment method. You need a minimum of $10 to make a withdrawal.

Brand surveys

Branded Surveys pays for your opinions via PayPal or bank transfer. They use a points system, but 500 points equals $5 and you can cash out as soon as you reach that amount – one of the lowest thresholds on this list.

5 surveys

This panel has no minimum payout, which is rare. They will send your money via PayPal, Venmo, bank transfer and other options. They advertise that completing five surveys earns you $5, which makes it a good start.

YouGov

YouGov focuses largely on political and social opinion surveys, which sets it apart from most panels on this list. You can get paid by check, PayPal or other reward options. You need $15 in points before you can redeem them.

First opinion

Prime Opinion offers PayPal and bank transfer payments for surveys you complete. The minimum to cash out is $25, which is a bit higher than most, but they are known for sending payouts quickly once you reach that threshold.

Pine cone research

Pinecone Research is one of the most selective panels to participate in, but it’s worth it. You can earn at least $1 per survey, paid by bank transfer or other options, and they usually pay out within a business day or two.

Electronic survey

E-Poll stands out because most of their surveys are entertainment-focused – think TV shows, celebrities, and pop culture. They pay via PayPal and gift cards, and you only need $5 (equivalent to 3,750 points) to redeem them. Note that rewards can take 4-6 weeks to process, so keep that in mind when cashing out.

Opinion Outpost

Opinion Outpost lets you earn PayPal cash or other rewards by completing surveys. You need at least $10 (100 points) in your account to request a PayPal payment, and payments go out almost instantly once you do.

Toluna

Toluna regularly has a large number of surveys available, so you should never run out of opportunities here. They pay via PayPal or check, and you need at least $10 (equivalent to 30,000 points) in your account to request payment.

Ipsos I say

Ipsos I-Say is one of the largest and most established names in market research and they always pay cash. You can request payment via PayPal or Visa prepaid cards, and you only need $5 in your account to redeem it.

TGM panel

TGM Panel is a popular survey panel that pays PayPal cash, among other options. They don’t use a points system, making it easy to track what you earn. Rewards are usually sent within a few days of your request.

Free money

FreeCash is a paid site where you can earn money by taking surveys, responding to offers, and trying apps. It has a huge user base and a solid reputation for fast payments, with most PayPal withdrawals processed within 24 hours. You need $5 to withdraw via PayPal, but note that there is a small 5% fee on PayPal withdrawals. Gift card withdrawals start at $5 with no fees if you prefer to avoid it.

Attapoll

Attapoll is a free mobile app for iOS and Android that pays you cash for completing surveys. Before you begin an investigation, you can see how long it will take, how much it will pay, and your chances of qualifying, saving you a lot of frustration. You only need $3 in your account to make a withdrawal, and payments are sent instantly to PayPal as soon as you request them.

Crowdology

Crowdology pays cash to PayPal and offers US and UK versions of its panel. You need $8 in your account to make a withdrawal and payments usually arrive within 48 hours of your request.

Things to Know About Taking Online Surveys to Make Money

Taking surveys for money is flexible and actually works to earn extra money. That said, there are a few things to know before getting serious about it.

1. It won’t make you rich

You can’t quit your day job with paid surveys. Regardless of the tax returns you see online, the salary is modest. Most people don’t make more than $50 a month more, if that. Go in with realistic expectations and you won’t be disappointed.

2. It can be frustrating

The investigations are causing some frustration. Sometimes you will be excluded from investigations along the way. Other times, survey invitations slow down or stop for a while. And some signs take longer to pay than others. It’s no walk in the park, but it also requires little effort for what it is.

3. You need to join multiple panels

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: earning even $50 a month usually requires join multiple panels. The more panels you belong to, the more invitations you receive and the more you can earn. Write down as many as you can, manage them, and work on them all consistently.

And that concludes our list! Good luck!