Paid Research Apps and Sites
Researchers and product teams pay for studies, interviews and recorded feedback. Pay per hour is generally the best on this site, but access is limited by waitlists, screening and how many studies fit your profile.
Checked November 9, 2026
| App | Cash-out minimum | Paid via | Payout speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prolific Academic and commercial studies with a published minimum pay rate. |
About $6 | PayPal | Within 24 hours; instant after early cashouts |
| UserTesting Get paid to record yourself using websites and apps. |
None; paid per test | PayPal | Usually about 14 days after a test |
| Respondent High-paying interviews, especially for professionals. |
None; paid per study | Tremendous payout | Usually 5 to 7 business days |
| User Interviews A marketplace for paid interviews and product research. |
None; paid per study | Digital gift card, Cash or PayPal if researcher chooses | Usually a day or two; up to 10 business days |
| Dscout Diary-style studies done through your phone. |
None; paid per study | PayPal | Typically within 10 business days of study close |
| CloudResearch Connect Academic-style studies with a published researcher pay minimum. |
$5 PayPal; $25 bank transfer | PayPal, Bank transfer, Gift cards | Not stated |