Factsheet: Paid Market Research

(Great for those looking for low-effort, flexible online income.)

Side Hustle Type: Gig Economy

Quick Summary

Companies pay for consumer opinions through surveys, focus groups, and product testing.

1. Earnings Potential

  • Surveys: £0.50–£5 each

  • Focus Groups: £30–£100 per session

  • Product Testing: £5–£50 per item

2. How to Sign Up

  1. Survey sites: Prolific, YouGov.

  2. Focus groups: Respondent, UserTesting.

3. Tools Needed

  • A PayPal account for payments.

  • A smartphone or laptop for survey completion.

4. Tips for Success

Sign up for multiple platforms to increase opportunities.
Complete profiles fully for more survey invites.