We Tried Survey Junkie — Here’s How Much We Made

If you’ve spent time looking for easy ways to make extra cash online, you’ve probably heard of Survey Junkie. It’s one of the most talked‑about survey sites and pops up all over money‑making lists. But does it actually deliver on its earning promise? We signed up, tested it, tracked what we earned, and now we’re sharing it all — here’s what we found out.

Reference Table:

• What Is Survey Junkie?
• How Survey Junkie Works
• Ways to Earn Points
• What We Made
• Where to Follow Survey Junkie
• Is Survey Junkie Legit?
• What to Expect (Realistic Earnings)
• Pros and Cons (Straight Talk)
• Would We Do It Again?

What Is Survey Junkie?

It’s run by a company called DISQO, which has been around since 2015 and focuses on consumer insights. Survey Junkie is one of their most well‑known products.

How Survey Junkie Works

Signing up is free and usually quick:

1. Create an account with your email.
2. Answer profile questions (like age, job, interests) so the platform can match you with surveys.
3. Check your dashboard for available surveys.
4. Earn points by completing surveys and bonus tasks.

Points are usually worth 1 cent each. Most surveys pay anywhere from a few cents up to several dollars depending on length and topic.

Ways to Earn Points

• Surveys: Main source of earnings — payout varies.
• Bonus surveys: Short, quick point boosts.
• Referral bonuses: Earn when friends sign up with your link.
• Surf to Earn: Passive earnings from a browser extension.

What We Made

In our testing, we were able to earn points consistently:

• 100 points right away for installing the desktop app and browser extension.
• 50+ points from quick bonus surveys.
• A big 500‑point survey (about $5) that took around 15 minutes.
• Even when we didn’t qualify for a survey, Survey Junkie still gave us a few points — usually 2–3 — as a thank‑you.

We hit the 500‑point cash‑out threshold ($5) faster than expected and redeemed via PayPal. After verifying our account (ID check), our payout hit PayPal in about 24 hours.

Where to Follow Survey Junkie

Survey Junkie isn’t super active on social media these days. While they do have official pages on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (X), updates are pretty sporadic and usually limited to company announcements or occasional blog shares.

What you’ll find:

• Occasional posts about survey tips
• Updates about platform features or new earning options
• Promo reminders (but no regular bonus codes or giveaways)

Is Survey Junkie Legit?

Yes — Survey Junkie is legit and widely used. It has a strong reputation and real users online report actual payouts. Reviews on platforms like Trustpilot show a mix of positive experiences and a few frustrations (like qualifying for surveys or tech glitches), but overall the site does pay out as promised.

Just keep in mind:

• You’ll sometimes be screened out of surveys. That’s normal for survey panels.
• Earnings depend on qualification rates, survey availability, and how often you check in.

What to Expect (Realistic Earnings)

Survey Junkie isn’t a “get rich quick” gig. Here’s the reality from multiple tests and user reports:

• Most individual surveys earn $0.50–$3 each.
• Disqualification points (like 2–3 cents) still add up.
• Some experienced users report a few dollars per day if they’re consistent and qualify for surveys more often, but that varies widely.

Pros and Cons (Straight Talk)

Pros

• Free and easy to join.
• Pays out in cash or gift cards.
• Bonus opportunities add extra points.
• Rewards even when you’re screened out.

Cons

• Doesn’t replace a regular income.
• Qualification rates vary — you won’t qualify for every survey.
• Some users report annoying glitches or slow survey matches (common with most survey sites).

Would We Do It Again?

Survey Junkie isn’t perfect, and it’s not a way to get rich. But if you’re looking for a straightforward, low‑pressure way to earn a little extra money in your spare time, it’s worth a shot. Focus on higher‑point surveys, use bonus opportunities, and check often to maximize earnings.

Bottom line: It’s a legit, easy side hustle — just be realistic about how much you’ll make.