Overview
Rakuten
Swagbucks
About
Rakuten (previously Ebates) is a mobile rewards platform where members can earn cashback on online and in-store purchases, save money with coupons, and find deals. Founded in 1998, Rakuten has partnered with over 3,500 stores and is one of the most well-known cashback platforms on the web. 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
Rakuten is for anyone looking to save some extra money on their shopping trips. It's not going to eliminate your bills completely, but it can get you a little bit of money back or find you a nice coupon code for some extra savings.
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 Rakuten and Swagbucks:
Canada, France, Germany, Japan, SpainUnique to Rakuten:
NoneUnique to Swagbucks:
Afghanistan, Åland Islands, Albania, Algeria, American SamoaSupported Languages
Shared by Rakuten and Swagbucks:
Deutsch, English, Español, Français, 日本語Unique to Rakuten:
NoneUnique to Swagbucks:
Dansk, Italiano, Nederlands, Nynorsk, PolskiSupported Devices
Shared by Rakuten and Swagbucks:
Android Phone, Android Tablet, Computer Browser, iPhone, Smartphone BrowserUnique to Rakuten:
iPadUnique to Swagbucks:
NoneOpportunities
Compare the opportunities on Rakuten vs the ones on Swagbucks.
Shared By Rakuten And Swagbucks:
Cashback Online Shopping Savings Promo Code Savings Refer-a-Friend Travel Booking SavingsUnique To Rakuten:
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 Rakuten has 6
Swagbucks has 18 more opportunities than Rakuten
Earner/Saver Comparison: Rakuten vs Swagbucks
Which platform is better for earning/saving money? Rakuten or Swagbucks? Compare earner and saver-related features and attributes below.
Rakuten
Swagbucks
About
Rakuten members can earn cashback shopping online and in-store, save money with coupons, and earn money by referring new members. After accumulating at least $5.01, earnings can be cashed out via PayPal or check.
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
N/ACommissions/Fees
$2 fee on all Payoneer payouts.Minimum Payout
$5.01Minimum Payout
$3.00Payout Options
Shared by Rakuten and Swagbucks:
Charity Donations PayPalUnique to Rakuten:
CheckUnique to Swagbucks:
Air Canada Gift Card Amazon Gift Card American Eagle Gift Card Banana Republic Gift Card Barnes & Noble Gift CardPayout Speed
45-137 daysPayout Speed
1-12 daysEditorial Ratings
Editorial Ratings
User Ratings
Based on 3 reviews from Rakuten Members. 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
- Has a wide range of cashback offers across thousands of stores.
- Has a generous referral program.
- Offers a welcome bonus worth $10-$30 if you meet the terms.
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 quarterly payment schedule which is quite slow.
- Only two payout options (Check and PayPal).
- Sometimes cashback purchases won't be tracked and credited properly.
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
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Hourly Earning/Saving Stats
Monthly Earning/Saving Stats
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