Overview
Ibotta
Swagbucks
About
Ibotta is a cashback rewards platform where members can save money by earning cashback on in-store and online purchases at a variety of retailers. Founded in 2012, the platform is one of the largest and most well-known cashback platforms in the United States. Learn more.
About
Swagbucks is one of the most well-known rewards platforms on the web. Here, members can earn and save money by taking surveys, completing offers, scanning receipts, shopping for cash back, and more. Founded in 2008, the platform is owned and operated by Prodege, a marketing and consumer insights company that was founded in 2005. Learn more.
Status
Active, LegitStatus
Active, LegitTrust Rating
Trust Rating
Helps You
Make Money Save MoneyHelps You
Make Money Save MoneyBest For
Ibotta is for anyone looking to save some money by earning cashback on their purchases. With a wide variety of retailers and earning options, there's a good chance you could save money on at least a few shopping trips a year by using the platform.
Best For
Swagbucks is for anyone looking to earn rewards by doing simple tasks and daily activities. Whether you're looking to earn a bit of extra money or you want some savings on your grocery runs or online shopping trips, Swagbucks nearly has something for everyone. Keep in mind, this platform is not a job replacement and shouldn't be relied on as a steady stream of income!
Age Requirement
18 years oldAge Requirement
13 years oldSupported Locations
Shared by Ibotta and Swagbucks:
Puerto Rico, United StatesUnique to Ibotta:
NoneUnique to Swagbucks:
Afghanistan, Åland Islands, Albania, Algeria, American SamoaSupported Languages
Shared by Ibotta and Swagbucks:
EnglishUnique to Ibotta:
NoneUnique to Swagbucks:
Dansk, Deutsch, Español, Français, ItalianoSupported Devices
Shared by Ibotta and Swagbucks:
Android Phone, Computer Browser, iPhone, Smartphone Browser, Tablet BrowserUnique to Ibotta:
NoneUnique to Swagbucks:
Android TabletOpportunities
Compare the opportunities on Ibotta vs the ones on Swagbucks.
Shared By Ibotta And Swagbucks:
Cashback Online Shopping Savings Receipt Sharing Refer-a-Friend Streak RewardsUnique To Ibotta:
Grocery Savings In-Store SavingsUnique To Swagbucks:
Browser Gaming Code Entry Rewards Daily Goal Completion Rewards Gaming Offer Completion Market Research ParticipationSummary
Swagbucks has 24 total opportunities while Ibotta has 8
Swagbucks has 16 more opportunities than Ibotta
Earner/Saver Comparison: Ibotta vs Swagbucks
Which platform is better for earning/saving money? Ibotta or Swagbucks? Compare earner and saver-related features and attributes below.
Ibotta
Swagbucks
About
Ibotta savers can earn cashback on online and in-store shopping purchases by either shopping directly through Ibotta, scanning receipts, or linking store loyalty cards. Money can also be earned by referring new members to the platform. After accumulating $20.00, earnings can be cashed out via bank transfer, PayPal, or gift cards.
About
Swagbucks members can earn SB by taking surveys, completing promotional offers, playing games, shopping for cashback, scanning receipts, and more. 1 SB = $0.01. After accumulating $3.00 (~300 SB), earnings can be cashed out via PayPal, gift cards, Payoneer, charity donations, and more.
Type of Income
Active Semi-PassiveType of Income
Active Semi-PassiveCommissions/Fees
$3.99 account maintenance fee for inactive accounts (explained further in the "Work Schedule" section).Commissions/Fees
$2 fee on all Payoneer payouts.Minimum Payout
$20.00Minimum Payout
$3.00Payout Options
Shared by Ibotta and Swagbucks:
Amazon Gift Card Best Buy Gift Card Gift Cards PayPal Starbucks Gift CardUnique to Ibotta:
Direct Deposit DSW Gift Card Home Depot Gift CardUnique to Swagbucks:
Air Canada Gift Card American Eagle Gift Card Banana Republic Gift Card Barnes & Noble Gift Card Bass Pro Shops Gift CardPayout Speed
0-7 daysPayout Speed
1-12 daysEditorial Ratings
Editorial Ratings
User Ratings
Based on 6 reviews from Ibotta Savers. 100% of reviewers said they would recommend the platform to others.
User Ratings
Based on 43 reviews from Swagbucks Members. 85.71% of reviewers said they would recommend the platform to others.
Pros
- Sometimes offers completely free items (i.e. you get the exact value back in cashback).
- Earn cashback on your in-store or online purchases at more than 500,000 locations (and counting).
- You can maximize your earning potential with Ibotta's various bonuses.
Pros
- Lots of ways to earn, with many of them being very simple + there are savings opportunities as well.
- Good selection of payout options.
- Run by a reputable company with lots of history behind it.
Cons
- Has a high minimum payout threshold.
- Requires phone number verification before payout.
- Some cashback rebates can take a while to credit.
Cons
- Won't make you rich. Top earners can expect maybe $50-$200/month.
- Payouts can be slow compared to similar rewards platforms.
- Can be a bit overwhelming. Swagbucks has a lot going on so there's a teeny bit of a learning curve.
Hourly Earning/Saving Stats
Hourly Earning/Saving Stats
Monthly Earning/Saving Stats
Monthly Earning/Saving Stats
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