Best Paid Survey Sites – February 2025
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Updated 15 January 2025
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Paid Survey Websites – Frequently Asked Questions
Our FAQs below are published to help you understand what’s important about paid surveys. If you’d like to know something we’ve not covered, please contact our research team.
Are paid survey websites worth my time?
It depends on your expectations. While survey sites won’t make you rich, they can provide small, low-effort rewards in exchange for your opinions.
However, some surveys screen you out after answering a few questions, meaning you’ve wasted time for no payout. Some survey sites can be worth it if you have spare time and realistic expectations—but they’re not a valuable side hustle or a guaranteed income stream.
Our research suggests you can earn around £10 to £30+ a month by being active with one or two survey sites. However, if you’re not within a demographic that’s in demand by the survey company (and their clients), such has being retired or a low spender, the payouts will likely be less.
How much can I realistically earn from paid surveys?
It varies considerably by survey site, your profile (family, age, salary level etc.) and how many surveys are offered in a given week.
Generally, what you can earn per survey is as follows:
- Short surveys (5-10 min) pay £0.25 – £1.00
- Longer surveys (20-30 min) pay £0.50 – £2
- High-paying surveys (rare) can pay £3+
- Annual earnings: Realistically, £100-£400 per year if you actively participate.
Know This: Not all surveys lead to payouts – some users get disqualified mid-survey and earn nothing for their time. To limit this risk, it’s best to use trusted survey sites with a track record of treating users fairly.
Are all paid survey websites legitimate?
No – survey sites are unregulated and may operate offshore, despite some of the websites appearing to have a UK focus.
Please be aware that some survey sites claim to offer high earnings but never pay out or use deceptive practices like:
- Asking for an entry fee – Legitimate survey sites never ask for payment to join. If you’re asked to pay, we suggest closing down the website as it could be a scam.
- Sudden account bans before payout – Some sites remove users before they can cash out, which is frustrating and devalues the survey site industry.
- Endless ‘qualifying questions’ with no actual survey – This means you’ll waste your time but not be paid.
- Very high payout thresholds – Some require £50+ before cashing out, which can take months.
Important: We suggest selecting trusted survey platforms with transparent payout structures, per the ones shortlisted throughout this guide.
Why do some survey websites screen me out after I start?
Most survey companies pre-screen participants, but many use mid-survey screening, meaning:
- You spend 5+ minutes answering questions
- They realise you’re not their target demographic
- They terminate the survey—you get nothing
To avoid wasting time, always complete your profile honestly and fully—this reduces disqualifications and means you’ll be offered more surveys if you fit within the demographic the survey company (and/or its clients) is looking for.
How long does it take to reach a payout?
It depends on the site’s minimum payout threshold, which will vary per survey site.
- Low thresholds (£5-£10): Faster to cash out (e.g., Ipsos iSay, Prolific, Triaba)
- High thresholds (£20+): Can take months to reach payout (e.g., Toluna, Swagbucks)
Important: We believe the best survey sites offer regular surveys and low payout thresholds, with Ipsos iSay being known for this among British users.
What are the best paid survey sites in the UK?
Based on a collection of social media posts, MoneyHonesty user feedback and our research team’s experience, these sites offer the best balance of rewards and legitimacy:
- iSay (Ipsos) – Excellent for steady surveys and Amazon vouchers with a minimum £5 withdrawal threshold and regular survey opportunities.
- Opinion World and Opinion World – These sites pay out via PayPal with regular surveys.
- Prolific – Best for high-quality, academic research surveys (£5 minimum payout)
- Triaba – Pays cash (not vouchers) with a low payout threshold
Important: Sites like Swagbucks, Toluna and PrizeRebel can be hit or miss – some users earn decent rewards, but we have seen evidence of complaints about low payouts and disqualifications.
Are surveys and survey sites scams if they take a long time to pay?
Not always, but delayed payments are a red flag. Some platforms intentionally delay payouts (e.g., 3-6 weeks) to reduce withdrawals. Legitimate sites pay within days or a week.
The unclear nature of payout times is a significant reason for creating this guide.
Do I need to pay taxes on paid survey earnings?
Survey earnings are usually too small to be taxable. Still, technically, any side income over £1,000 per tax year (including surveys, selling online, or gig work) must be declared under the trading allowance rules.
Most users’ earnings are below this limit and don’t need to be reported. If you have questions, please contact HMRC.
What Are the Most Common Complaints About Survey Sites?
Our research team is emailed the following issues on a regular basis:
- “I get disqualified too often” – Some sites disqualify 50%+ of users after a few questions.
- “Surveys suddenly disappear” – You may start a survey only to find it closes before completion.
- “It takes forever to reach the cash-out threshold” – Some sites make withdrawals painfully slow.
- “I got banned right before cashing out” – Some users report suspicious account closures before payouts.
Important: We suggest using trusted sites with low payout minimums and honest practices to avoid frustration.
Our research team receives regular emails from readers who have signed up to survey sites that are not on our list and had difficulty receiving payments. Please be careful about adverts you see on social media promoting surveys as they may be data collection and phishing scams.
Can you make a full-time income from surveys?
No-paid surveys are not a job and won’t provide stable income. They’re best used for occasional extra cash, like £10-£30 per month, depending on how much time you spend.
Should I bother with paid surveys, given the low rewards compared to the time invested?
Paid surveys can work—but they aren’t for everyone.
- If you just want small, easy rewards, stick to trusted platforms like iSay LINK, Prolific, Valued Opinions (LINK) and Opinion World LINK.
- If you value your time, surveys often aren’t worth it—frequent disqualifications, low pay, and slow payouts make them frustrating for many users.
- If you want real side income, consider higher-paying side hustles like selling online, freelancing, or cashback apps instead.
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