Overview
CashKarma
QuickThoughts
About
CashKarma is a rewards platform that lets users earn money for completing surveys, playing free scratch and win cards, and more. Founded in 2016, the platform is owned and operated by Darkfield Software, a U.S.-based app development company founded in 2013. Learn more.
About
QuickThoughts is a mobile rewards platform that pays its Members up to $5 per survey or activity completed. Founded in 2013 and operated by Dynata, the platform has been around for quite some time and is backed by a well-known company in the market research space. Learn more.
Status
Active, LegitStatus
Active, LegitTrust Rating
Trust Rating
Helps You
Make MoneyHelps You
Make MoneyBest For
CashKarma is for anyone looking for an easy way to potentially earn some extra cash in their spare time. It can even be kind of fun for some. However, don't expect it to replace a full-time income -- it's not a big money-maker!
Best For
QuickThoughts is for anyone looking to share opinions and complete local tasks in exchange for rewards.
Age Requirement
13 years oldAge Requirement
17 years oldSupported Locations
Shared by CashKarma and QuickThoughts:
Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, CanadaUnique to CashKarma:
Afghanistan, Åland Islands, Albania, Algeria, American SamoaUnique to QuickThoughts:
NoneSupported Languages
Shared by CashKarma and QuickThoughts:
EnglishUnique to CashKarma:
NoneUnique to QuickThoughts:
Bokmål, Dansk, Deutsch, Español, FrançaisSupported Devices
Shared by CashKarma and QuickThoughts:
Android Phone, Android Tablet, iPad, iPhoneUnique to CashKarma:
Mac ComputerUnique to QuickThoughts:
NoneOpportunities
Compare the opportunities on CashKarma vs the ones on QuickThoughts.
Shared By CashKarma And QuickThoughts:
Location Sharing Market Research Participation Survey TakingUnique To CashKarma:
Barcode Scanning Daily Check-in Rewards Gaming Offer Completion One-Time Goal Completion Rewards Promotional Offer CompletionUnique To QuickThoughts:
Diary Study Participation Mystery ShoppingSummary
CashKarma has 15 total opportunities while QuickThoughts has 5
CashKarma has 10 more opportunities than QuickThoughts
Earner/Saver Comparison: CashKarma vs QuickThoughts
Which platform is better for earning/saving money? CashKarma or QuickThoughts? Compare earner and saver-related features and attributes below.
CashKarma
QuickThoughts
About
CashKarma users can earn points by completing surveys, scanning barcodes, earning in-app achievements, and more. 1 CashKarma point = $0.00054-$0.001. After accumulating $1.00 (~1,000-1,852 Points), points can be exchanged for PayPal cash or gift cards.
About
QuickThoughts members (i.e., earners) can earn money by participating in surveys and mystery shopping opportunities. After accumulating at least $10.00, earnings can be cashed out via PayPal or gift cards.
Type of Income
Active Semi-PassiveType of Income
ActiveCommissions/Fees
N/ACommissions/Fees
N/AMinimum Payout
$1.00Minimum Payout
$10.00Payout Options
Shared by CashKarma and QuickThoughts:
Amazon Gift Card Gift Cards PayPalUnique to CashKarma:
AMC Gift Card Banana Republic Gift Card Best Buy Gift Card Burger King Gift Card Chipotle Gift CardUnique to QuickThoughts:
Apple Gift CardPayout Speed
1-2 daysPayout Speed
N/AEditorial Ratings
Editorial Ratings
User Ratings
Based on 2 reviews from CashKarma Users. 100% of reviewers said they would recommend the platform to others.
User Ratings
Based on 3 reviews from QuickThoughts Members. 66.67% of reviewers said they would recommend the platform to others.
Pros
- Pays in both cash and gift cards (with a good selection of options).
- Decent selection of different opportunities to earn points.
- Gives you 5% back when you redeem your points. (e.g. if you redeem 10,000 points, you get 500 back).
Pros
- Members can redeem as many gift cards as they like.
- Location-based opportunities are available, which can boost earnings
- Surveys typically pay $2+ each
Cons
- Low point value/confusing system.
- Offers have a lot of ads.
- Won't make you much money unless you get a lot of referrals.
Cons
- Members can only complete 5 surveys per day.
- Frequently bans users for going against ToS or answering surveys dishonestly. No warnings.
- Limited gift card options.
Hourly Earning/Saving Stats
Hourly Earning/Saving Stats
Monthly Earning/Saving Stats
Monthly Earning/Saving Stats
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