I tested the Appinio app and answered its polls and surveys to see if it is worth your time. It is legit and easy to use, but the rewards are low. Below is what I found, and which apps I recommend instead.
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 Appinio himself and does not earn a commission from it.Learn more about Mikael
Last retested · First published
Legit and easy, but the rewards are low
Quick polls and short surveys for coins, PayPal from $10. It takes a while to get there.
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The short answer
Appinio is legit. It is a survey app that really rewards you for answering its polls and surveys, and it pays through PayPal.
But the rewards are low: a survey pays $0.80 at most, and polls pay a lot less. So even with a $10 threshold, it takes some time to cash out. It can be a decent secondary app, not a primary source of extra cash.
- Offers an easy way to earn rewards
- The app is user-friendly, without pop-up ads
- Offers payment via PayPal
- No qualifying process for surveys
- Limited earning opportunities are offered
- Low rewards
- Limit on how much you can earn with the referral program
- Mobile only; no bank transfer or Payoneer
My experience with Appinio
I installed the Appinio app and answered its polls and surveys. This is what I did myself, and what I did not test.
- First tested
- July 2022Review first published Jul 13, 2022
- Latest retest
- Checked: polls, surveys, payouts
- Survey rewards
- Around 50 to 800 coinsLonger surveys paid more in my test
- Answering polls and opening coin packages
- Answering paid surveys
- The referral program and the payout options
- The app and the Help section
- A payout. My review does not show a cashout from Appinio.
- The contact form and the support email.
Appinio at a glance
| What it is | Survey app with polls and paid surveys |
|---|---|
| Cost to join | Free |
| Ways to earn | Polls, paid surveys and the referral program |
| Rewards | Polls: a chance at a coin package of usually around 5 to 10 coins · Surveys: around 50 to 800 coins |
| Coin value | 10,000 coins = $10 |
| Minimum cashout | 10,000 coins ($10) |
| Payout methods | PayPal and Amazon gift cards. No bank transfer or Payoneer. |
| Referral reward | 50 coins, plus 2,500 coins when your referral reaches level 14. Maximum $25. |
| Levels | Up to level 50; higher levels get more polls and surveys |
| Apps | Android and iOS. Mobile only. |
| Where you can join | Appinio does not say. Search for it in your app store. |
| Sign-up | Email address and mobile phone number, then a confirmation email |
| Support | Help section and contact form in the app, and email at hello@appinio.com |
Is Appinio legit and safe?
Yes, Appinio is legit, because you really earn rewards for the polls and surveys you answer. But that does not make it worth a lot of your time. Here is what you should know.
- Low rewards
A paid survey pays $0.80 at most, and polls pay significantly less. Not every poll gives a reward, and paid surveys are not very common.
- It takes time to cash out
The $10 threshold is relatively low, but because the rewards are low, it still takes some time to reach it.
- Limited referral earnings
You can earn a maximum of $25 from referrals, so only your first 10 referrals who reach level 14 count. Normally, referral rewards are unlimited.
- Do not speed through surveys
Surveys contain questions that check that you are paying attention, for example one that asks you to wait a few seconds before you answer.
My takeAppinio is not a bad survey app, in my opinion. But it’s not that good either. Even though you can easily earn rewards from it, it takes a bit of time before you earn a significant amount. If you use it, temper your expectations. It does not take up a lot of your time, which is why it can be a decent secondary app.
Appinio pays very little per poll. The top sites in your country let you earn more.
See the best sites in your countryHow you earn on Appinio
There are 3 ways to earn. Surveys pay the most, but polls are the easiest. Tap one to read more.
PollsUsually around 5 to 10 coins
Polls are the first thing you see when you open the app, and you can answer one in just a few seconds. Not every poll gives a reward: when you answer, you have a chance to get a coin package, which usually holds around 5 to 10 coins.
You also get experience points that raise your account level. There are a decent number of polls at any time, but they are finite. When you run out, you get more the next day.
Paid surveysAround 50 to 800 coins
From time to time, Appinio offers paid surveys. They are not very common, but they pay more than polls. There is no qualifying process. The surveys do contain questions that check you are not just giving random answers.
In my experience, the surveys that take longer to complete offer higher rewards. They are very easy to answer, so they won’t take up a lot of your time.
Referral programUp to $25 in total
Share your invite link. When someone installs the app and signs up through it, you immediately get 50 coins. When your referral reaches level 14, you get another 2,500 coins.
You can earn a maximum of $25 this way, so only your first 10 referrals who reach level 14 count. That limit is one of the main drawbacks of this app.
How much can you make?
Quite little, and it mostly depends on how much time you invest. Every poll and survey gives you experience points. Each new account level gives you more surveys and polls, up to level 50, which has the most. So answer all the polls and surveys you can to level up quickly.
The rewards are quite low, though. You can earn a maximum of $0.80 from a paid survey, and significantly less from polls. That is not surprising, since they take little time and effort. Even with the relatively low threshold, it takes some time to cash out, so I would say the earning potential is quite low.
Payout methods and minimum
| Method | Minimum | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| PayPal | 10,000 coins ($10) | Credited quite quickly; you don’t wait days |
| Amazon gift cards | 10,000 coins | Shown in the app |
Appinio does not offer bank transfers or Payoneer. If you want those, see the sites that pay via bank transfer or the sites that pay via Payoneer.
I like that it offers PayPal. 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. These are the two things readers asked about.
Appinio does not offer them. PayPal and Amazon gift cards are the options.
A reader deleted the account by mistake and could not log in again. Contact their support about this.
“Why can’t I use direct banking or payooner”
Mikael: Because they do not offer that.
Appinio alternatives I have tested
| Site | Best for | Min. cashout | My rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Opinion | High pay per survey and fast payouts | $5 or $10, by country | 4.6 / 5 |
| Survey Junkie | Surveys in a simple app | 500 points ($5) | 4.4 / 5 |
| YouGov | Regular surveys, with an email for every new survey | Varies by country | 4.3 / 5 |
| AttaPoll | Survey app with a low threshold and quick cashouts | $4 | 3.3 / 5 |
See also the top survey apps. For a primary source of extra cash, see the top survey and GPT sites in your country. You will find a site you can join wherever you live.
How I scored Appinio
I use the same 100-point system for every platform. See how I test and rate.
Appinio scores 50 out of 100. I recommend these sites before Appinio.
See the best sites in your countryAppinio FAQ
Is Appinio a scam?
No. Appinio is a legit survey app that rewards you for polls and surveys. But the rewards are low.
How much does Appinio pay per survey?
Around 50 to 800 coins, so $0.80 at most. Polls pay significantly less.
What is the minimum payout?
10,000 coins, which is $10, for PayPal. Amazon gift cards also need 10,000 coins.
Can I cash out to my bank or Payoneer?
No. Appinio does not offer that. You can cash out to PayPal or Amazon gift cards.
How much can I earn from referrals?
A maximum of $25: 50 coins per referral, plus 2,500 coins when a referral reaches level 14.
Can I use Appinio on a computer?
No. Appinio is mobile only. The app works on Android and iOS.
Which countries can join Appinio?
Appinio does not say. Search for it in your app store: if it shows up, it is available in your country.
How do I contact Appinio?
Check the Help section in the app first. You can also use the contact form in the app or email hello@appinio.com.
Who tested Appinio 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 have any experiences with Appinio yourself, I would love to hear from you in a comment below.
I mistakenly deleted my appinio app account how can I get it back it’s not even allowing me to login with Google it says something went wrong please try again in a moment plus please help me fix this.
You need to contact their support about this.
Why can’t I use direct banking or payooner
Because they do not offer that.
You can see a list of sites that offer bank transfers here.
And one of sites that pay via Payoneer here.