InboxDollars has been paying members since 2000 and is owned by Prodege, the same company behind Swagbucks and MyPoints. Unlike typical survey sites that use a points system, InboxDollars displays everything in real dollar amounts so you always know exactly where you stand. The variety of earning methods is its strongest point, surveys, watching videos, reading paid emails, playing games, cashback shopping, and printing coupons. It’s not a serious income stream, most active users earn $20 to $60 per month, but the cash-based display and a $5 signup bonus make it one of the more satisfying casual earning platforms in the category. The BBB gives it an A+ rating.
Pay
Surveys pay $0.25 to $5.00 each. Game offers can pay $5 to $50 depending on the milestone required. Video watching pays $0.01 to $0.04 per playlist. Cashback shopping pays variable percentages.
How You Make Money
You complete surveys, watch videos, play games, shop through the portal, and read emails to accumulate a cash balance, then withdraw once you hit the minimum.
Payment Method
PayPal, gift cards (Amazon, Walmart, Target, Starbucks), prepaid Visa, check
Minimum Payment
$15 for first cashout, $10 for subsequent withdrawals
Withdrawal Speed
3 to 5 business days for PayPal and gift cards
Pros
Cash-based display, not points, so you always see exactly what you're earning
Over 20 years operating and more than $80 million paid out to members
$5 signup bonus credited immediately on joining
Multiple earning methods beyond surveys reduces boredom and keeps it flexible
A+ Better Business Bureau rating and strong Trustpilot reviews
Cons
Survey disqualifications are frequent and waste time with no compensation
Effective hourly rate is very low, around $1 to $3 per hour on most tasks
First cashout requires $15 and a $3 processing fee applies to check withdrawals
Primarily US-focused with limited availability in other countries
Best For
Casual earners who want a multi-method rewards platform with a clean cash display and a proven long-term payout history
