I tested the 1Q app to see if answering its quick questions is worth your time. It is legit and pays $0.25 per question straight to PayPal, but you will not earn much. Below is what I found, and which sites I recommend if you want to earn more.
Tested by Mikael (EarnWithMike)Founder and lead testerMikael founded PaidFromSurveys in 2016 and has personally tested hundreds of survey and GPT sites since then. He shows his tests and payment proof to 555K+ subscribers on his YouTube channel, EarnWithMike. He tested 1Q himself and does not earn a commission from it.Learn more about Mikael
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Legit and quick, but you will not earn much
$0.25 per question, paid to PayPal within minutes, with no payout threshold. Only in the US, UK and Canada.
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The short answer
1Q is legit. It is a market research app that pays you $0.25 for every question you answer, straight to PayPal. There is no payout threshold, and a question takes only seconds.
But you will not earn a lot of money from it. How many questions you get depends on your profile, and sometimes there are none. It is only available in the US, UK and Canada. It is a decent extra option, not a main app to earn from.
- No payout threshold
- Offers a very simple way to earn
- Pays via PayPal, within minutes
- The app is very user-friendly
- Limited earning opportunities
- Only offers one mode of payment
- Only available in the US, UK and Canada
- No desktop version for answering questions
My experience with 1Q
I installed the 1Q app and answered its questions. This is what I did myself, and what I did not test.
- First tested
- November 2020Review first published Nov 6, 2020
- Latest retest
- Checked: questions, payouts, availability
- Pay per question
- $0.25Paid to PayPal after each question
- Questions available
- Depends on your profileSometimes a decent number, sometimes none
- Answering questions in the app
- The sign-up form and the profile
- The payout option: PayPal
- The FAQ and the support options
- Getting questions by text message instead of in the app
- Payment proof. My review does not show a payment from 1Q.
1Q at a glance
| What it is | Market research app. Brands ask you questions, and you are paid for every answer. |
|---|---|
| Cost to join | Free |
| Minimum age | 18 |
| Ways to earn | Answering questions, one at a time or a few in a survey-type set |
| Pay per question | $0.25 |
| Minimum cashout | None. You are paid for every question. |
| Payout method | PayPal only, within minutes of answering |
| Apps | Android and iOS. Without a smartphone, you can get the questions by text message. |
| Where you can join | The US, UK and Canada. No longer Australia. |
| Sign-up | On the website or in the app, with Facebook or your own login details |
| Support | FAQ page, contact form on the website, and a support section in the app |
Is 1Q legit and safe?
Yes, 1Q is legit. It is a real app that pays you to answer questions. But that does not automatically make it worth your time. Here is what you should know.
- You will not earn much
You earn $0.25 per question, and how many questions you get depends on your profile. Sometimes there is a decent number, sometimes there are none. Do not expect to earn hundreds of dollars from it.
- Questions fill up fast
Most questions have a maximum number of answers. Once that is reached, you cannot earn from it. 1Q never emails you about new questions, so turn on the app’s push notifications and answer quickly.
- Only three countries, and PayPal only
1Q is only available in the US, UK and Canada, and you must be 18 or older. You need a PayPal account to be paid, so create one before you sign up.
- Mixed reader reports
One reader enjoys the app and the earnings. Another reader wrote in 2023 that they were charged $19.99 twice and never got a question. Joining 1Q is free, so check what you pay for if you see a charge.
My take1Q can be an app worth using if you are eligible to become a member. It is very simple to earn, and it does not take a lot of your time. You can just open the app and earn by spending a couple of minutes. But you should set your expectations properly in terms of how much you can earn from it.
1Q pays only small amounts. The top sites in your country give you more ways to earn.
See the best sites in your countryHow you earn on 1Q
There is one way to earn: answering questions. Tap it to read more.
Answering questions$0.25 per question
The name 1Q is short for 1 question. When you open the app, you immediately see all the questions available to you. Each question is worth $0.25, and it only takes a few seconds to answer.
Sometimes you get a survey-type set with several questions. You are still paid per question, so a survey with four questions pays $1.
You can also get the questions by text message, if you give 1Q consent to send them through SMS. These are the same questions as in the app, and you just reply to the messages. This is a good option if you do not have a smartphone.
1Q never emails you about new questions. Turn on the push notifications of the app, so you do not have to keep opening it to check.
How much can you make?
Based on what I experienced when I tested it, you will not be able to earn a lot of money from 1Q. You earn $0.25 per question, and the number of questions mostly depends on your profile, so you cannot expect to earn a regular amount.
The time-to-money ratio is surprisingly good, though. At most, a question takes you a minute to answer, and that is only if your mobile internet is very slow.
To get more questions, update your profile regularly, for example when you move, get a new job, get married or have a baby. And do not ignore the push notifications: most questions close once enough people have answered.
Payout method, minimum and speed
| Method | Minimum | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| PayPal | None. Every question pays $0.25. | Within minutes after you answer |
PayPal is the only payout method. Because you are paid for every question, you never have to wait to reach a payout threshold. If you want more sites with this method, see the top sites that pay via PayPal.
What readers told me
This review has 4 comments since 2022: 2 from readers and 2 replies from me. The two readers had very different experiences.
A reader has used 1Q for a while and enjoys the earnings and the questions.
A reader wrote in 2023 that they were charged twice and never got a question. They did not write back whether they got their money back.
“I love this app! I’ve used it for a while now, and I’ve enjoyed the earnings I get, as well as the questions I’ve answered.”
Mikael: Thanks for sharing your experiences about this.
“I got charged $19.99 by 1Q and never got a single question. … I have asked for my money back.”
Mikael: Keep me updated.
1Q alternatives I have tested
| Site | Best for | Min. cashout | My rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Opinion | Surveys only, fast payouts | $5 or $10, by country | 4.6 / 5 |
| Survey Junkie | Surveys in a simple app | 500 points ($5) | 4.4 / 5 |
| Swagbucks | Many daily ways to earn, one of the biggest GPT sites | About $5 PayPal; gift cards from 100 SB | 4.3 / 5 |
| AttaPoll | Survey app, available in many countries | $4, can vary by country | 3.3 / 5 |
See also the top survey apps. If you want sites that let you earn more, see the top survey and GPT sites in your country. Most of them have several ways to earn, and you will find a site you can join wherever you live.
How I scored 1Q
I use the same 100-point system for every platform. See how I test and rate.
1Q scores 60 out of 100. If you want to earn more, I recommend these sites first.
See the best sites in your country1Q FAQ
Is 1Q a scam?
No. 1Q is a legit market research app that pays you to answer questions. But you will not earn a lot from it.
How much does 1Q pay per question?
$0.25 per question. A survey-type set with four questions pays $1.
What is the minimum payout?
There is none. You are paid for every question you answer.
How does 1Q pay?
Through PayPal only, within minutes after you answer a question. You need a PayPal account to join.
Which countries can join 1Q?
The US, UK and Canada. It used to be available in Australia, but no longer accepts members from there. You must be at least 18.
Can I use 1Q on a desktop?
You can sign up on the website, but you answer questions in the Android or iOS app. Without a smartphone, you can get the questions by text message.
How do I contact 1Q?
Check the FAQ page, use the contact form on the website, or use the support section in the app.
Who tested 1Q for this review
Founder of PaidFromSurveys.com since 2016. Mikael has tested hundreds of survey and GPT sites and shares his tests with 555K+ subscribers on YouTube (October 2026).
If you have any comments, questions, or experiences with 1Q, I would love to hear from you in a comment below.
I got charged $19.99 by 1Q and never got a single question. Infact they’ve charged my account twice for $19.99. I have asked for my money back. I’ll let you know if I get it. But I doubt it. It’s turned out to cost meoney.
Keep me updated.
I love this app! I’ve used it for a while now, and I’ve enjoyed the earnings I get, as well as the questions I’ve answered.
Thanks for sharing your experiences about this.