Prolific Reviews 12,600

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the platform for its excellent user experience, highlighting the ease of use and intuitive interface. Many appreciate the fair compensation for their contributions and the reliable, fast payment system, often noting the convenience of direct PayPal transfers. People also find the surveys interesting and diverse, making it an enjoyable way to earn extra money. However, some customers also noted occasional issues, such as being screened out of surveys frequently or experiencing account holds after identity verification. A few users mentioned difficulties with the ID upload process, leading to an inability to access tasks.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is probably the best survey response platform that uber ever used. There are usually always relevant surveys available to take and you can build you balance up quickly. I’m still fairly new so I... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Prolific is a relialbe and secure way to get some little extra money in spare times. Dont'expect to make your month only with online surveys, but maybe you can buy that fancy tshirt you've seen last w... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve had a really great experience using Prolific so far. The studies are straightforward, pay fairly, and everything feels transparent. I’ve been able to earn consistently without wasting time on low... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am a stay at home wife who was looking for ways to spend my time and make some extra money on the side. Prolific has made it so easy for me to just log on and start completing surveys. Most of them... See more


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Prolific is a platform that enables researchers to collect high-quality human-powered data at scale from a large, vetted pool of research participants and taskers. Using the Prolific platform researchers can target, contact and manage research participants from a diverse, vetted and fairly-treated pool – to deliver world-changing research and the next generation of AI.


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4.6

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great Side Hustle!!

It's completely legit for anyone who is questioning these kinds of side hustles. Unlike companies like Freecash.com, there is no convolusion or hidden agendas, everything is straight-forward and honest. Don't expect to make a full-time living, but I personally make about $50 a week extra for maybe a few hours of work total. The work is generally straightforward, and even if you personally find it isn't, there is a process whereby you can return the survey or cancel your participation without it affecting your approval rating. Would have given them 5 stars, my only complaint is that I keep missing out on these really awesome, high-paying studies. Everything is on a first-come, first-served basis, so you either need to have your face glued to the computer screen all day waiting or just stick to the low-paying surveys. Mind you, I still get the occasional $7-$14 survey, but it would be nice to land one of those $80 -$100 surveys that I see every so often. Perhaps if for surveys over $50, it worked on some kind of a rotation system? Anyways, I digress. These guys are great. If you are looking for a reliable and legit side hustle for a little extra money in the bank, you've found the right place. Disclaimer: I understand that some people complain about long wait times to be approved. I did not experience this, but it all has to do with your demographics.

April 27, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was a bit of a wait to be accepted…

It was a bit of a wait to be accepted to the website initially, but well worth it! I have made thousands in my spare time over the past couple of years and many of the surveys are very interesting!

May 6, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Frustrating Experience

I have been keeping my Prolific dashboard open consistently for the past two months, yet I haven't received a single study. I have a fully completed and strong profile, so this prolonged silence is incredibly frustrating. While I understand that study distribution is based on researcher demographics, going two entire months without any work seems like a significant flaw in the algorithm or an unnotified issue with my account. It's highly disappointing for dedicated users who are genuinely ready to contribute

February 2, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am new to this

I am new to this and have only made 20 cents so far, but you've already helped the friend who introduced me to this website $100, so thank you for that! I'm looking forward to doing more studies.

May 6, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

“Great experience overall

“Great experience overall! The service was quick and easy to use, and everything worked exactly as expected. I found the process smooth, especially with payments and navigation. It offers good value for money, and I would definitely recommend it to others. Very satisfied!”

May 6, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Prolific is the highest paying survey

Prolific is the highest paying survey, I know. Keep up the good work Prolific, I just join Yesterday, and I have about $50, or more to be paid on Friday!
The best thing, about Prolific Surveys, it never screams you or get you out of a survey, so that means, you will qualify, for all your surveys, to make more money!

May 4, 2026
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