I joined about three months ago and have received 4 surveys. They pay via Pay Pal next day and that is great. Just wish I would get more survey offers. I receive a lot of screeners which sometimes take 10-15 minutes and you don't get paid for those. I have never received any products to test. Highly recommend them since they are professional and there is no waiting for your pay.

I joined PineCone a couple of months ago and I love it! I get around 6 surveys a month and have received one product to try out at home so far. I am really impressed with how fast the checks come. I ususally receive a check within a few days after completing the survey! That is better than any other site and I belong to over 30 of them. So far, I am enjoying being a panel member and love getting the $3.00 checks several times a month. It took awhile to find the join link to join but I am glad that I finally did! The customer service is quick and helpful too.

If anyone can tell me how to join I've emailed them but they say "we will be posting recruitment opportunities through banner ads on various websites from time to time throughout the year". Does anyone know where I can find one of these banner ads? Thanks.

I received a check from them last week that I didn't even remember I was suppose to get. So that's always great!

I've only been with them this year...but every single survey I've completed they've sent me $$$..always very fast...no complaints....$5 Canadian for every survey..actually had a few $10 payouts for follow up surveys...100% recommended

my wife has been with pinecone for years, they have did eveything promised. each time we move, the wife tell them she'll be off for a couple of weeks no problem. she gets products to test , paid regularly. has made good money.

I understand majority of the reviewers here are talking about 3$ payout in US$. In Canadian is still 5$. Oh well - I am quite fine with them, even though I think Karen Scott is a code name for a large group of people. The responses to my e-mails seem to indicate that. Anyway - I enjoy this panel.

So far I've made a total of $25 with these guys :D
What I love about them is that you get paid for each survey you take. You don't have to qualify for anything! Just as long as you participate.
You also get paid for trying out new products! :D

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! :)

For me the joining process was quite easy;I got accepted a couple of days after I filled an application out.

I normally get around 5 surveys a month to complete, and the checks take around 3 business days afterwords to come.

So far I have been chosen to test out just one of their products, and I received the item the next day after taking the survey. Hopefully I'll be chosen for testing again!

Pinecone is a great survey site. You can get paid via paypal...if not you will have a lot of $3.00 checks to bring to the bank :) Make sure to keep up with them or they will remove you from the program

They may not send very many surveys, but they pay next day and you will always qualify for the survey they send. Just know that there's a difference between "Household questions" and "New Survey." You don't get paid for "Household Questions" but that helps you qualify for the survey. I like it alot! I know, I know, I have read that they used to be better, but come on people, we should be grateful to be paid for our time regardless! And Pinecone also sends new products sometimes which are real great!

This was the first survey panel I joined. I've been with them for a little over a year and I have to say I'm very impressed with them. They pay promptly through PayPal and have great customer service. I've never had a problem with them. I don't get as many surveys as I used to when I first signed up, but when I do, at least I know I'll be paid and, sometimes, even get a product to test if I qualify. I've already gotten lotion, dishwashing detergent, microwave dinners, cat food, and other products in the mail from them to test. I strongly recommend PineCone!

very good

Just be honest with them! They are very strict about their policies and the trusthey put in you.

They are great, they pay $3 per survey and do it with PAYPAL! It comes literally a day later. The surveys are very interesting and you get to test out some products too! They are awesome... they deserve the rating they have on here, if not higher!

I joined PINECONE about 6 /7 years ago, over that time have earned about (UK £70 per annum) Via £4 Luncheon Voucher per survey, sometimes get a freebie to test at home which myself and the family enjoy as we all give our opinions. Yes it is difficult to join but once you are enlisted PINECONE is an excellent research survey company. Keep sending out those surveys.

tried to join and they sent email back saying they are no longer accepting new members from the feedback looked like a good site too bad

I love Pinecone, and have made good money. They send me my money faster than anyone else. The only problem is that I have no problem, and wonder for how long? They offer paypal deposits and that makes life easier. If you don't know anybody who is already a member than you may have to wait a while before you can sign up. I was Luckey! But I recomend them once you do!

Pinecone Research is a really good survey website. They might have brought pay from five to three dollars but to me that's still good. I voted to stay at five but three is still enough. Most other survey sites pay from fifty cents to a dollar so three is still a lot. I recommend this site.

They don't waste my time by sending lots of surveys I don't qualify for. I get to complete every survey they send.
The incentives are very fair. $3 and the surveys are never too long.
I never have to request a payment - they just send it! When I got checks they arrived in just 5 days. Now I use PayPal and the money is in my account the next day!
Sometimes I get free products in the mail to try - what a great bonus!!
The only drawback is it's difficult to register with them.

Pinecone is fantastic. It's $3 everytime for surveys (except the 5 min. screeners) and most of their surveys are actually pretty interesting. They're a very legit company and I can't recommend them enough. In fact, I wish they would send me more invites (you only get 1-2 per month). Signing up is tricky though. Google Annika's and look for the link on that site to find a referral link to the the Pinecone sign-up.

I've been with Pinecone for a few years, and I've gotten a lot of surveys. I've always loved that once you complete a survey, they send you a check or Paypal payment within a few days - not many panels do that!

Unfortunately, Pinecone is now only paying $3 per survey (with a stupid sweepstakes) instead of the original $5. I still would recommend it, because it's nice to get products to try and the customer service is helpful. However, I wish that they'd still be at $5.

They WERE good. I was with them for about 3 years. I made atleast $30 a month along with free products i got to test/sample. At one point they asked if you wanted $5 a survey, or $3 and be put in a drawing. I'd rather keep my extra $30 a month instead of less cash and a low chance of winning this drawing. They had 2 emails about this, the second time was to confirm you wanted the $5. I soon stopped recieving emails. I kept wondering what was up and now it's nice to realize what the deal is and I'm not the only one. It's also nice to know I'm not missing out. I understand times are hard, but don't ask me to choose and then drop me. Tell me the real deal!

Wish there were more surveys from them. Very pleasand and pay fairly well.

I love PineCone. Highly respect the ethics of Scott and Karen.

I do like that PineCone pays promptly via Paypal. And,

usu their surveys are interesting and pretty quick,

however-for the last 6 months I haven't gotten many

invites. Also, they've dropped the pay from $5 to $3;

prob b/c of the economy. Not cool. I'd say sign up-but

don't expect a lot of money from it. I mainly do it b/c

of the free samples they send to me to try out.

This company has it's ups and downs! The Up, the frequency of the surveys and the length of them. The down side, the pay structure change! Also if you get a product and the company wants it back, they really want it back, though you saw nothing wrong with it! :(

Great surveys, good pay. They pay in check and paypal, and their payments are fast.

This company is the example of the level of excellence all panels should strive for! Incentives are paid lightening fast and without fail. These people are on top of their game! The surveys are excellent.

always get paid and in a timely manner. If customer support is needed, a response will be received quickly. I would prefer to do a survey with Pinecone then any other survey company. I understand that the payment is considered on the low side at three dollars per survey but considering others only pay 1.00 and they make you wait until you have 30 dollars saved up or 50 and sometimes even 100 dollars before they issue you a check. Pinecone pays through Paypal within 48 hours. BEST COMPANY AND BY FAR NUMBER 1.

i have been paid many times by them. they now pay by paypal. they pay in a very reasonable time frame. this site is worth checking out. i have also tested many great products. they just keep getting better. plus the surveys are not that long.

I worked at least 8 times in 2008 and I always received
my payment by cheque a week later (they also offer paypal). The survey subjects are interesting and the company is professional. The best survey company to work
for.

Though the reward of $3 is low for 30-50 minutes of survey, the payment is quick with paypal , it is a honest site.

This is the number 1 survey company I use. You get paid for every non-"household survey" you do. Household surveys are just quick ones to qualify you for other surveys. They used to pay $5 for the surveys, but now it's just $3. That's a disappointment, but if you do PayPal, you get your payment the next day. Don't have to wait forever to accumulate enough money to be paid.

Been doing surveys for Pinecone for years. I love the product testing when I do get selected and the surveys are well worth the time. This is a great company and I recommend anyone to join when they advertise as it is not easy to get into.

They use to pay $5 per survey and then told everyone that they were now paying $3 per survey because people would prefer that with a contest incentive instead of the $5. (doubt it) Also, I joined a least 7 years ago when $5 bought more than it does today. Their payments should be going up not down.

I've been doing their surveys for about a year and have had no problems getting paid. The incentives are usually $3 and I get the check almost immediatly. I have tested a couple of products and again those were mailed to me within a couple of days. I think this company is a good honest one and I enjoy taking their surveys!

I really love this panel. I like filling in most surveys BUT they can become a bit tedious after a bit. The good thing about Pinecone is that they send great full sized products to try and then pay £3.00 (UK) within days into Paypal for your opinion on the product. The surveys seem more relevant after using a product. Let's face it, surveys asking us whether we might buy something based on the appearance of a product in a picture is a bit cheap and possibly not the most reliable way to test something. Okay, Pinecone may not send out too many surveys but I am always pleased to see an email from them. And a product to try out is a nice surprise freebie. And not having to wait and build up a set amount before claiming a reward is a definate bonus. If Pinecone can do it then it raises questions why other survey companies will only pay out after building up 'credit'. A highly recommended panel.

I have been with Pinecone for only a few months after been vetted and so far have received about £60 pounds in incentives.

I have now switched over to being paid by Paypal which I receive between 3 or 4 days after completing a survey.

So far can't fault them surveys are interesting and never to long like some others, Toluna take note I don't one 50 tick boxes to pick from.

Anyway would highly recommended Pinecone One To Trust

Pinecone has never let me down. I get at least 3 surveys a month and I get full size products to try and then get to keep. I believe it all depends on demographics, age, etc. as to how often you get surveys. I'm very happy with them and will stay with them.

IF YOU FINISH A SURVEY YOU WILL ALMOST IMMEDIATELY RECEIVE A CHECK FROM THEM. MOST OF THE SURVEYS ARE FOR PRODUCT TESTING.

I just recently joined up with Pinecone Research. I took a couple surveys so far and payment came very quickly. You don't have to request payment like some of the other sites...they just send it out. I did a survey for laundry soap on Nov 12 and the next day they sent me 2 bottles to try out and then Nov 16 they sent me a $3 check. It was pretty fast!

I must be very unlucky according to many of the above posts- I think pinecone is easily the best around for survey payment. Despite having the reward reduced to £3 from £4, it still pays much more then any of the others and the vouchers are easy to use in many stores.

The only problem I had with them (aside from only being invited to 1 or 2 surveys if I am lucky per month) is that a few weeks ago, I was sent an email apologising for sending out too many vouchers and asking me to send a £4 voucher back- would have been fine as they did send duplicate vouchers to me- but the address was to Belgium?!! and it was not free to send them back either!!

After not sending them back my 1-2 times a month surveys seem to have jumped down to 1-2 bi monthly!

Good surveys- if you can get them!

I joined the company based on reviews. Its awful. Its impersonal... you cannot use your own password. The surveys they send provide no incentive. Just looking for personal data. There service is poor. Took a while to respond and did so with a canned computer generation. PINECONE IS LOUSY

I really like Pinecone Research and would recommend it to anyone. Although I have seen that many are frustrated due to the incentive change the one thing I like is that they have started Paypal so you are paid almost immediately with confirmation on your incentives. Not to mention if you find enough survey companies who pay through Paypal you receive interest on your your funds. Pinecone is a reputable company from what I have experienced.

I heard nothing but praise about Pincecone when I started taking surveys 3 years ago. I was finally able to become a member about 6 months ago and so far I just don't understand what everyone was getting excited about. Yes I'm getting regular invites but only 2-3 a month and at $3 each, some surveys are very under rewarded and exceedingly boring. I'm recommending them but, overall, there are better sites.

$3 isn't that bad compared to what other sites give you (like, 10c a survey) and $3 to fill out a survey isn't bad anyways. You're not doing surveys for a living, it's just some extra cash.

Would you prefer that pinecone pulled a boomertowne from over-paying it's users and just STOP giving anything out, regardless of what's owed? I think they lowered it the survey incentive a little so they could stay afloat.

I used to be with Pinecone when you got a screener question they always qualified me I knew whenever I got an invitation I already qualifed! The products were great I got a lot of them and they paid 5 bucks back then I only have 2 beefs with them the first being their surveys although they do pay you are way to long! Some lasting 45 minutes or more and so many repeat questions how many ways do they need you to answer the same question ? The 2nd thing is that they used to let you keep the product then they started asking for it back I wrote them an email stating I didn't realize I was supposed to return something that I had used up so I got dropped no problem though since I hear they dropped the incentive to 3 bucks its not worth it and then they have the nerve to have this they only accept panel members by invitation only BS gimme a break!

I was their member for a little bit over a year. Then they changed their payout/survey from $5 to $3. I din't want to do it, primary because of their attutude. I would understand if they'll wtite us something like: "OK, guys, we really appretiate your help and we would really like to keep paying you $5 per survey, but for the fallowing reasons we can not do it anymore...."
No, they pretend that this is what members wanted. I don't believe anyone in sane mind wants $3 instead of $5.
As many others pointed out, their surveys are getting longer. A year ago it was a great company, now it is nothing special.

They have dropped pmt to $3 and if you don't like it, you're dropped. Adios Amigos.

They forced all $5 paying survey people to drop to $3 surveys.. If declined, You got dropped from PineCone. Which I was dropped.. I always gave real good thought out answers to my questions.. And only used PineCone and 1 other survey place. 20+ minute surveys and now multiple product reviews on one survey.. $5 is the least they should pay..
they will lose the $5 answers and get the point and click $3 answers.

I just joined and after 3 weeks i suddenly stopped receiving emails from them,when i wrote to them still noo answer........

I get to many household questions that dont pay also sweepstakes surveys. I dont do either of those anymore. I get maybe 1 every 6 months for 3. Not worth my time anymore.

Personally I have been a PC panel member for 7 years. I love their surveys and not because I get paid for them. I enjoy finding out about new products and doing the PT. They are always interesting and the products I test have always been great.
I have taken surveys that made me go shop or be on the look out for when the product comes on the market because of what I learned from the survey. $5.00, $3.00 ...... who cares, I just like being able to voice my opinion and hopefully influnce the final product.

You know I have been with this company doing surveys and product tests. What is the 'Thanks' I get? I have to take a pay drop or chance not getting surveys. Thats total bs. I honestly dont know if I will stay with them know after getting shafted. Others who didnt take the pay drop got kicked out. I can go anywhere and get a sweeps entry or $3. Come on!! I have recieved less surveys now than I did when I was paid more. GL on this slowly declining company!

I have been with Pinecone for over 2 years now they have been prompt with payment.Recently they did reduce the incentive amount,but I receive more surveys with incentive now since they went with the reduce survey incentive)Keep up the good work Pincone Research.
And Thank You

They do pay promptly but I only receive a survey about once every 3 months. So, that's $3 every 3 months from them.

It is sad that Pinecone has decided to go the route of all the scam survey companies and go to the bogus "sweepstakes" thing. These companies really think we are just plain stupid--WOW look at me I have gotten thousands of entries into a sweepstakes-does anyone ever win--then they proudly announce the winners--who cares! I will pick and choose more carefully with Pinecone from now on. so sad

I have been a pinecone panelist for several years, gr* @ first, $5 / survey. Now, sweeps & reduced payout to $3 or you dont get hardly ANY surveys at all. Surveys have gotten MUCH longer, taking me at least half an hour sometimes. Much clicking! Not worth $3. Karen always pays out immediately, by paypal real cash or checks, but it isnt the best site out there any more. In comparison, I got paid $75 by 20/20 research recently for a multi-day bulletin board. Like all good things, Pinecone's #1 spot days have come to an end. They have become like every other honest site, maybe with better payout speed / method but very long surveys for the payout and very very few surveys and lots of "household questions" you have to answer by a deadline to qualify for upcoming surveys for no pay at all. If you were #1 Pinecone, why did you change everything? Bigger profit margin?

I joined a couple of years ago, and loved it. I agree that the surveys keep getting longer, and the incentive smaller. I did fill out the survey that said I didn't want smaller pay (or no pay) and sweeps.

Once it changed, I sent an email to the to cancel.

Pincone use to be a good survey site now they want you to take surveys for only $3.00 plus a sweepstakes entry. Every survey i have taken from them has been at least a half and hour long or more. Shortly before they sent out the survey for what people thought of the different pay scales my mom was sent an email to reduce down to the $3.00, It had to do with something along the lines of the senior program or something to that effect. I dont beleive in this company anymore after hearing they offered my mom to be on the senior program and now seeing what they are doing to everyone, including myself. As far as it being ranked #1 here and on other sites will soon end because so many people are angry with them now with the "new" panel.

I like Pinecone. They pay $3 a survey and you get a cheque the next week. Number one company.

I have received one 3$ in three months. Payment did come promptly, but I don't see what the big deal is. I think because they make it difficult to sign up people feel privileged to belong. I don't get it.

I have received one 3$ in three months. Payment did come promptly, but I don't see what the big deal is. I think because they make it difficult to sign up people feel privileged to belong. I don't get it.

While it is worth signing up for considering the positive reviews I have read, I have been with Pinecone for 3 months so far, and I have taken 1 survey worth $3.00. While they did send payment pretty much right away (a major positive), I really don't get many survey invites from them.

I have been with them for about3 years--was getting 2 surveys a month and got paid very promptly. Everything was fine, then they decided to recruit newer members and only pay them $3. Now they are ignoring their older members so they can save money. They hardly ever send me any surveys anymore; only rarely. The $3 members will like Pincone for a few years like I did, until they get ignored for newer members. Their loyalty stinks!

I signed up and am at the $5.00 level, I was happy to have a paid survey site that had not tried to go the sweepstakes route. I believe it is just a way to increase the profit margins, I was disappointed to see new members with the lower payments and sweepstakes model. I will continue to be a loyal member, unless the cut the $ and offer sweeps.

Pine Cone is one of the best survey sites on the net. I get plenty of surveys to do every week I get a check more promptly than other survey sites. $3. to $5. doesn't seem like much, but it quicky adds up.

Pinecone Research is undoubtedly the best survvey site I have joined. Excellent surveys, products sent to be tried and evaluated. They live up to all their claims and exceed their expectations. No.1 definitely!!

Pinecone research is an excellent survey site. I have received several products to test and I really enjoy that. I get a check for $3.00 several times a month...

I'VE BEEN A MEMBER OF PINECONE FOR ALMOST 5 YRS AND I GET $5.00 AT LEAST 3-4 TIMES A MONTH FOR THE SURVEYS AND EVEN GET THINGS TO TEST..I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND THE SITE

I agree that this is the best online survey company by far...they are OK surveys (sometimes repetitive), a little far and apart, but definitely they pay up immediately. What is a little sad is that they fell into the sweepstakes mode and reduced the incentive to $3.

Don't get discouraged by the few bad reviews here about Pinecone. This company isn't ranked #1 on Survey Police, and other websites for nothing!

I joined Pinecone several weeks ago by clicking on a referral link in a blog. I was accepted a few days later.

Since then, I've been getting 1-3 survey invitations a week! After taking my very first survey I qualified for, I received my $3 check in the mail about 3 days later!! I was shocked, I couldn't believe I actually got paid for taking a simple survey =) I haven't received any products to test yet but I'm not stressing over it.

Though some of the surveys are a bit long and/or repetitive, trust me, they're worth it. I feel like they really use my data for research purposes, as evidenced by the quick payouts. Also, it's a reputable, legit company that people are dying to get accepted into.

If you see a banner or link, immediately click and join! You'll be glad that you did.

I love how I am paid each and every time I do a survey. I wish other survey sites could be like PineCone Research. Love the surveys. Keep up the great work.

after doing surveys over ten years PineCone Research canceled me without notice and will not give me a reason. I would never join them again and will tell anyone that there products are products that u can get in any store. they promise you five dollars and now I see they only are giving you three dollars. they do not give you three surveys a month. many months I only got one or two the most. now they are using sweetstakes so they don't have to pay and not one person will win so u will be doing surveys for nothing

I have been with pinecone research for a few months now and had products to test, and the rewards are fantastic.

My boyfriends sister told me about Pinecone Research, and I love it. I've been sent 1 product so far and I've been a member for about 1-2 months. I've already earned about $18 bucks. As soon as I do a survey a $3.00 check just comes right to my mail box real fast without me having to "cashout" or take a minimum amount of surveys to cashout.

I had joined Pinecone years ago before having children. I LOVED it. Wish they had sent more surveys, but an extra $5-$15/mth was nice. Well, when I had my first kiddo, I did not have as much time to do the surveys, so for some reason, I decided to cancel my membership so I was not getting their invite e-mails. I wish I had realized back then that I could put some sort of a hold on my membership.

Now, I have tried to sign up, and even e-mailed them my plight, and I have not been able to get on their panel yet.

ive been a member for years and love this site

PineCone is an exceptional survey company. They promptly respond to technical questions and I have never had a problem with them. I am glad that they have now gone to Paypal as I often forgot to cash my cheques and they would expire. They often offer products to test and really seem to listen to your comments and suggestions. I would highly recommend this site to anyone to join. I know you can only join by a referral link they send out or if lucky and find one of their ads on a website, definately click on it to join.

I am impressed with Pinecone

Pinecone Research is one of my favorites - perhaps my #1 favorite panel. Don't have to worry about "qualifying" just do the invitation when you get it and you'll get at least $5 with a chance a lot of times for a test or series of product tests (once I had two tests of the same product and got $10 just from that).

My earnings (which I have deposited into my paypal account) have allowed me to buy things online "for free" as well as get a nice size check from my paypal account once when I wanted some cash.

I completed my first survey a couple of days after Pinecone Research accepted me as a member. A week later out of the blue I got a check in the mail for $3.00!

Been with these guys from the beginning and I cannot find fault with them. A seamless survey experience, with fabulously quick payouts - used to get £4 luncheon vouchers which I used to pay for my shopping in local supermarket at the checkout but recently changed over to paypal and this is even faster than before - my last payment took only 60 hours to appear in my paypal account and the one before only 72 hours! amazing! I have also done many product tests and love these - everything from chocolates to toilet cleaner - the products are well packaged, top quality items with great well known brand names.

Earned over $100 this past year - always paid promptly. Looks like they are lowering the pay to $3 for new people. Read the ad well - there may still be $5 offers out there.

Excellent site with great customer support and PineCone Research pays instantly! The best available. Highly recommended survey site.

Fun, easy, quick payment! This is definitely a plus. All cash incentives are automatic. Surprised to see payments so quickly.

When I signed up with PineCone, I was getting $5 per survey. I received surveys once every 1-2 weeks. A few months later, they started their membership drive where you could tell people how to sign up. A relative signed up and only received $2-$3 per survey. Not surprisingly, soon thereafter, I was removed from their membership. Not worth the hype.

fun, relevant, interesting, and they pay very quickly. I wish all the survey companies were as good as this one.

They are super nice, and so helpful. I just joined recently and finished my first survey within a week I had a check in the mail. WOW!! Pinecone Research really values your opinions and makes sure that you are worth your time by paying you in a week. Can't beat that!

This is one of the best sites to join. I've contact customer service because of techincal issues and was responded to I've contacted them for questions if I had one and always got a response. The pay fast, the product test are a bonus and their a company that really cares.If you only join one company..Pinecone Research is it!

Nothing is better than this survey site. A+

I have been with Pinecone for several years and have to say that they are the best company to do surveys for. Best of all They pay promptly

This is the best survey place on earth or anyplace else for that matter. Wish there were more surveys.

PineCone is the best always pay and payment is always very prompt.

Have been with PineCone Research for 3+ years. Lots of surveys ... payout is immediate. The best

Pinecone is a great survey site. I have been with them over a year now. You can get paid via paypal. I just wish I could get MORE surveys from them!

you may have to search around the net for a referral link that isn't their all year round, but it's worth it to join.

5$ a survey, the surveys don't take much time, only wish their were more.

They recruit based on demographic, so like, if you can't get on, get your wife to join or something.
worked for me.