SurveySavvy Reviews and Features

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SurveySavvy

1365 4th Ave, San Diego, California  92101 US
Tel: 1-888-588-4258   Contact: https://www.surveysavvy.com/help/#contact
Operated by: Luth Research

KEY FEATURES:

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PAYMENTS OFFERED

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HOW TO PARTICIPATE

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REDEEMING REWARDS

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Minimum account balance of $1 needed to request a payment check.

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SurveySavvy is an online survey site where people can earn cash in exchange for completing surveys. The site is over 20 years old, and has paid out millions in dollars to its members, who are from all over the world.

How SurveySavvy Works

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Join to Take Paid Surveys

SurveySavvy is an online survey panel that offers its users the ability to participate in paid surveys for cash. Becoming a member of the site is free and only takes a minute. Anyone from around the world can join the website to earn cash rewards for every survey completion.

Payment and Rewards

Rewards Offered

With SurveySavvy, you can take online surveys in exchange for cash and get paid by check - the only payment method they offer. Request a check with just $1 in earnings in your account. Note that you will be paid in US dollars, regardless of what country you reside in

Earn Cash for All Survey Completions

SurveySavvy doesn't have any confusing points systems to figure out. Every online survey is offered for a dollar amount, and once you start accruing money, you can request a check that will be mailed to you. Checks are sent to members anywhere in the world, and are issued in US dollars. The minimum payment amount you can request is just $1.

SurveySavvy does not offer PayPal as a payment option and they don't offer gift cards either. They only offer payment checks that are sent through the mail.

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Survey Taking Experience

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Complete Profilers for Better Matched Surveys

SurveySavvy's profilers are called "portraits", which are short surveys stored in your account which if completed, are designed to better match you with paid online surveys that become available. As well, members who fill in these portraits may be selected to complete studies that members who have not completed these will not be invited to.

Great Monthly Draws for When You Don't Qualify

If you attempt to complete a survey and get disqualified, you will earn an entry into the cash draw where you could be one of 50 winners who will receive $10 credited to their accounts!

Special Contests and Opportunities

On occasion, SurveySavvy offers their members the opportunity to win contests. Opportunities such as choosing which charity should receive a substantial donation, YouTube video contests for a cash prize, etc. have all been offered in the past.

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Community Features

SurveySavvy Referral Program

SurveySavvy offers a generous 2-tiered referral program. Not only will you earn a portion of the cash earnings for your direct referrals, but you will also earn a portion of the survey earnings from your referrals' referrals. Simply visit the 'Home' section on the website to input your referral's name and email. SurveySavvy will reach out to your referral via email and once your referral has signed up and completed a survey, you'll be credited within 4-12 weeks on your account.

Alternatively, you can simply copy your referral link from your account and share it on social media, your website, or with your friends, instead of having SurveySavvy email your contacts.

Worldwide Presence

SurveySavvy is one of the very few online survey panels that accept people from all around the world. They have members in over 195 countries and have been around since 1999.

SavvyConnect

SurveySavvy has a tool called SavvyConnect where members can participate in market research by surfing the internet. SavvyConnect aggregates data to provide analysis on internet surfing habits - this information is not sold and is used for behavioral research purposes only. Installing SavvyConnect on your computer or mobile device also enables SurveySavvy members to access additional paid research opportunities. You can get $5 per device each month plus access to special surveys and expedited payments!

Is SurveySavvy Legit or Scam?

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Is SurveySavvy Legit?

Believe it or not, SurveySavvy has been offering paid surveys for over 20 years and as such, is completely legit and is certainly not a scam. Although members of the site may have varying degrees of success with the program, SurveySavvy is a legitimate online surveys website that is very safe to use. Bear in mind that although they offer the opportunity for anyone in the world to join their site, people in predominantly English-speaking countries (USA, Canada, UK, etc.) will receive more frequent invitations to complete surveys.

Luth Research, the company that operates the SurveySavvy panel, is a member of the BBB (the Better Business Bureau). They have maintained a solid rating on the platform for many years, providing more confidence that SurveySavvy is legitimate.

Eligibility: Residents worldwide, aged 13+


SurveySavvy Reviews (167)

5 Star Reviews (31) 18.6
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4 Star Reviews (24) 14.4
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3 Star Reviews (25) 15.0
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2 Star Reviews (26) 15.6
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1 Star Reviews (61) 36.5
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VERY slow to pay

February 11, 2012 by Stephanie from United States

They do pay and I get a fair number of surveys from them each week, but they are VERY slow. It takes over three months to get a check, which is just ridiculous. I cashed out in early November and have yet to see my check. I emailed them about this and then they said they'd send me a new check... in three weeks. Ugh. Not impressed with them at all. They are definitely the slowest survey panel I've dealt with in terms of payment. I don't really recommend them right now because of this.

legit but slow

January 14, 2012 by Mark from United States

I have completed surveys and a mailings project, they do pay but it takes forever. When I contacted them by phone they say that they are small company and that is why they are so slow.

Slow to earn, but they definitely pay.

September 4, 2011 by Rachel from United States

I like SurveySavvy's surveys. Sure, I don't always qualify, but when I do they are unique and interesting. I have had some higher pay product tests through them. They pay when you cash out, though because they still do checks I can see why it can take weeks to receive your payment.

I do wish I received more surveys from them and disqualified for less, but such is life in the survey world. One thing I am curious about is if the refer-a-friend thing really works. I had trouble with the link on the site working and then haven't seemed to get anything from people I referred. But, perhaps they're not qualifying for my surveys either . . .

All in all, a good quality site, but not one where you'll make lots of money quickly.

No Payment

August 21, 2011 by John from United States

I have cashed out with them 3 times first time was May 18. Have not received a single check. Emailed them twice they did respond. Still no check. I have stopped doing surveys for them till I find out if they ever pay.

Used to be really great...

August 9, 2011 by Matt from United States

I've used SurveySavvy for a few years now, and I used to be pretty satisfied with them, however, the last surveys I took I wasn't credited for. I was thinking about giving SurveySavvy another shot, but after reading the previous post about a panelist getting a check from SurveySavvy that ended up bouncing, I think I'll reconsider. I have the feeling that the quality of this company is going down (that happens to so many of these survey companies after using them over the years). One thing that I really liked about this company was the no minimum requirement to cash out.