I have tested MarketAgent since it was a much smaller site. It is legit and easy to use, and it pays in cash, but it is not one of the top survey sites. Below is what I found, and which survey sites I recommend first.
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 MarketAgent himself and does not earn a commission from it.Learn more about Mikael
Legit survey site in 70+ countries, but not one of the best
Decent surveys in your local language, cash from 1,000 points (about $10). Few opportunities to earn.
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The short answer
MarketAgent is a legit survey site with a real company in Switzerland behind it. It is available in more than 70 countries, usually in your local language, and it pays in cash through PayPal or Skrill.
But there are not very many opportunities to earn, and the rewards could be higher. It has improved a lot over the years. It is only a good option if you want to join as many survey sites as possible.
- Available in the local language in many countries
- Pays out in cash
- Has a user-friendly app
- Shows the points and the time for every survey
- A real company with its address and phone number on the website
- Not very many opportunities to earn
- Rewards could be higher
- You don’t always get an email for a new survey
- The mini-surveys do not pay
My experience with MarketAgent
I joined MarketAgent when it was in far fewer countries, and I have retested it since its big update. This is what I looked at, and what I did not test.
- First tested
- April 2018Review first published Apr 23, 2018
- Latest retest
- Checked: surveys, rewards, app
- Survey emails
- Not for every surveyLog in now and then to check
- Point value
- 100 points ≈ $1Simpler than when I first joined
- The paid surveys and how they show points and time
- The mini-surveys and the browser notifications
- The referral program and the reward options
- The MarketAgent app
- A cashout. My review does not show a payout from MarketAgent.
Inside MarketAgent: my screenshots
These screenshots are from my account: the surveys, the mini-surveys, the browser notifications, the payment methods and the app.
Screenshots from my test
MarketAgent is legit, but not one of the best. These are the top survey sites in your country.
See the best alternativesMarketAgent at a glance
| What it is | Survey site. The company is based in Switzerland, with its address and phone number on the website. |
|---|---|
| Cost to join | Free |
| Ways to earn | Paid surveys, referrals. Mini-surveys are for fun and do not pay. |
| Surveys | A decent number, depending on your country and profile. Each shows its points and time. |
| Point value | 100 points are worth around $1 |
| Referral bonus | 100 points when your friend completes at least one survey |
| Minimum cashout | 1,000 points (around $10 or €10). Can vary by country. |
| Payout methods | PayPal, Skrill, or a donation to charity. Can vary by country. |
| Apps | iOS and Android |
| Where you can join | More than 70 countries, in the local language in most cases |
Is MarketAgent legit and safe?
Yes, MarketAgent is legit. A real company is behind it, and it does not hide its location. But being legit does not mean it is worth joining. Here is what you should know.
- Not very many opportunities
The number of surveys depends on your country and profile. Fill out your profile as soon as you join to get as many surveys as possible.
- You can miss surveys
You don’t always get an email when there is a new survey, and many surveys only have a limited number of spots. Log in now and then, or turn on the browser notifications.
- Mini-surveys do not pay
The mini-surveys are created by other members and are just for fun. They take a second each, but you earn nothing.
- Payouts differ per country
The exact payout methods and thresholds can vary from country to country. Check what your country offers.
My takeMarketAgent has improved over the last couple of years, and it can be a way to earn a bit extra by sharing your opinion. However, there are better survey sites, in my opinion, so MarketAgent is only a good option if you want to join as many sites as possible.
How you earn on MarketAgent
There are 2 ways to earn, plus two features that help. Paid surveys are the main one. Tap one to read more.
Paid surveysMain earner
Paid surveys are the main way to earn. The site is easy to use and went through a big update that made it more modern and user-friendly.
How many surveys you get depends on your country and your profile, so fill out your profile as soon as you join. The surveys pay decently for your time, but MarketAgent is not among the highest-paying survey sites. I like that it clearly shows how many points you get per survey and how long each survey takes.
Referral program100 points each
Share your invitation link. When a friend joins and completes at least one survey, you can earn 100 points. Compared to many other refer-a-friend programs, the earning potential is not very high.
Mini-surveysNo pay
Mini-surveys take a second to answer, but you do not get paid for them. Other members create them, and you can create your own. I find them a waste of time and focus on the paid surveys.
Browser notificationsHelps you earn more
Turn on browser notifications in the “notifications” section. You then hear about new surveys right away and can take them before they fill up. Whether that is useful or annoying is your choice.
How much can you make?
To be honest, you should not expect to make a lot of money on MarketAgent. The number of opportunities varies from country to country.
It offers a decent number of surveys and decent pay per survey, and this has improved over the last few years. As an extra survey site, it can be worth considering.
Payout methods and minimum
| Method | Minimum |
|---|---|
| PayPal | 1,000 points (around $10 or €10) |
| Skrill | 1,000 points (around $10 or €10) |
| Donation to charity | 1,000 points |
The exact payout methods and thresholds can vary from country to country. The threshold is fairly easy to reach, and the points system is much clearer than when I first joined.
If PayPal is your preferred method, there are PayPal survey sites with better rewards, in my experience.
What readers told me
This review has 10 comments since 2018: 5 from readers and 5 replies from me. Most of them are from 2018, before MarketAgent’s big update.
Readers found the rewards small, which matches my view that there are better survey sites.
MarketAgent thanked me for the review and said it keeps improving its service.
A reader could not find how to see their total points.
“The payouts are just too low to be worthwhile, in my opinion.”
Mikael: I agree that if you want to get paid through PayPal, the surveys on MarketAgent are not worth the time.
“The satisfaction of our members is very important to us and we are always striving to improve.”
Mikael: It is always a great sign when platforms like yours are willing to take feedback.
MarketAgent alternatives I have tested
| Site | Best for | Min. cashout | My rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Opinion | Surveys for everyone, with high pay per survey and fast payouts | $5 or $10, by country | 4.6 / 5 |
| ySense | Surveys, tasks and offers, available in many countries | $10 PayPal | 4.0 / 5 |
| YouGov | Regular surveys, with an email for every new survey | Varies by country | 4.3 / 5 |
| Toluna Influencers | Surveys in your local language, in more than 60 countries | Around $7 to $10, by country | 4.2 / 5 |
See the top survey sites in your country, or the highest-paying survey sites.
How I scored MarketAgent
I use the same 100-point system for every platform. See how I test and rate.
MarketAgent scores 60 out of 100. These survey sites give you more for your time.
See the best alternativesMarketAgent FAQ
Is MarketAgent legit?
Yes. A real company in Switzerland is behind it, and it pays in cash. But there are better survey sites.
How much are MarketAgent points worth?
100 points are worth around $1. You need 1,000 points, around $10 or €10, to withdraw.
How does MarketAgent pay?
Through PayPal or Skrill, or you can donate your points to charity. Methods and thresholds can vary by country.
Do the mini-surveys pay?
No. They are just for fun and are created by other members.
Which countries can join MarketAgent?
More than 70 countries, usually in the local language. Check the website to see if your country is included.
Is there a MarketAgent app?
Yes, for iOS and Android. It is easy to use.
How do I get more surveys?
Fill out your profile as soon as you join and keep it updated. Turn on browser notifications, because you do not always get an email.
Who tested MarketAgent 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 MarketAgent, I would love to hear from you in a comment below.
I can not find out how to get my total survey points! Thank you Alex.
I explain everything in the review above.
Hello Mikael,
thank you for sharing your experience with our platform.
The satisfaction of our members is very important to us and we are always striving to improve. We like to read honest reviews like yours and learned a lot from you.
We will keep up the work and never stop to improve our service. Thank you for your support!
All the best
Claudia from Marketagent
Thanks for stopping by and reading my review. It is always a great sign when platforms like yours are willing to take feedback.
Good, informative post, Mikael.
I hadn’t heard of MarketAgent prior to reading your review. I looked into taking online surveys to earn money a few years ago, and I even was able to take a few.
The payouts are just too low to be worthwhile, in my opinion. If you get 200 points for a 10 minute survey, which you said was about $1.25 (way lower for PayPal), that comes out to making $7.50 per hour if you can do six. That’s the problem with survey sites, in my opinion. You just can’t make much money for your time.
Thanks for your comment Grant,
I agree that if you want to get paid through PayPal, the surveys on MarketAgent are not worth the time.
There are however many sites where it can be a great way to make some extra money. If the goal is to make a full-time income, surveys are not a good option, but if the goal is to make some extra cash on the side, paid survey is in my opinion one of the best ways to do this, as anybody can do it, there are no investment or risk, and you can start earning from day one.
All the best,
Mikael
Interesting! Marketagent as written in the summary is not a 100% way to make money online. It could be looked upon as an online business when you can invite as many people as you want, which you will be compensated for.
It does however sound that MarketAgent should be improved upon for it to be a good option.
Hi John,
Yes it is true that you can make some extra money by inviting others to join MarketAgent. But with the small commission they pay you for it, you would have to invite a lot of people to make any real money. But still nice that they have the option to increase the earnings a little with this option.
All the best,
Mikael
Hi Mikael
Thanks for sharing this post. This seems to be one of the few survey sites that actually pays out cash, although the amount is quite small. It does sound like they have a bit of work to do before they become a great survey platform. I think I’ll take a look into some others instead. Thanks for sharing!
Cheers
James
Hi James,
There are actually quite a few survey sites that pay out in cash. And many that has better rewards and opportunities than MarketAgent. If you want to see some of them, you can check out my list of survey sites that pay out through PayPal.
All the best,
Mikael