I tested the SurveyMagic app to see if its surveys are worth your time. It is legit and easy to use, but most surveys pay very little and there are not many of them. 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 SurveyMagic himself and does not earn a commission from it.Learn more about Mikael
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Legit, but low rewards and few surveys
Most surveys pay $0.20 to $0.5. PayPal, prepaid Visa or Amazon from $5. Mobile only.
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The short answer
SurveyMagic is legit. You really earn by answering surveys, and the app is easy to use without annoying pop-up ads.
But most surveys pay only around $0.20 to $0.5, and there were not a lot of surveys when I tested it. You reach the $5 threshold quickly the first time, thanks to the $1.50 intro surveys. After that, it takes quite some time. It can be a decent secondary app, not a main one.
- Offers payment via PayPal
- Offers a very straightforward way to earn
- The app is user-friendly and not spammy
- $1.50 for the intro and profile surveys, with no qualifying
- Limited earning opportunities
- Low rewards
- The FAQ page doesn’t provide very useful information
- Mobile only, and no help page in the app
My experience with SurveyMagic
I installed SurveyMagic, did the intro and profile surveys and tried the paid surveys. I did not keep using it after my test, because there are many better options. This is what I did myself, and what I did not test.
- First tested
- February 2023Review first published Feb 8, 2023
- Latest retest
- Checked: surveys, payout options, support
- Pay per survey
- Around $0.20 to $0.5Only the intro survey paid at least $1
- Payout
- Not reachedI spend my time on other apps
- The intro and profile surveys
- The paid surveys, the qualifying questions and the daily poll
- Signing up with email and a verification code
- The payout options screen and the FAQ page
- A payout. I never reached the $5 threshold again after my test, so I cannot say how long a cashout takes.
- The support contact form
My SurveyMagic test on video
I made a video that gives you an inside look and shows exactly how you can earn from SurveyMagic.
Screenshots from my test
SurveyMagic at a glance
| What it is | Survey app |
|---|---|
| Cost to join | Free |
| Ways to earn | Intro and profile surveys, paid surveys and a daily poll |
| Starting bonus | $1.50 for the intro and profile surveys, with no qualifying |
| Pay per survey | Mostly around $0.20 to $0.5 |
| Minimum cashout | $5 |
| Payout methods | PayPal, prepaid Visa card and Amazon gift card |
| Apps | Android and iOS. Mobile only, no desktop version. |
| Where you can join | More or less worldwide, as far as I can tell. More surveys in the US, UK and Canada. |
| Sign-up | Email and password, with a verification code by email |
| Support | FAQ page and contact form on the website, “Contact” link in the app |
Is SurveyMagic legit and safe?
Yes, SurveyMagic is legit, because you really earn by answering surveys. But that does not automatically make it worth your time. Here is what you should know.
- Low rewards and few surveys
Most surveys pay around $0.20 to $0.5. When I tested the app, there were not a lot of surveys, and how many you get depends on your country.
- The second payout takes a long time
The $1.50 intro surveys help you reach the $5 threshold quickly the first time. After that, it takes quite some time to reach it again.
- Little help when something goes wrong
The app has no help or FAQ page, and the FAQ on the website does not say much. For account questions, you have to contact support. A few readers reported app problems or a cancelled cashout, and one wrote that support did not reply to their emails.
- Mobile only
You need an Android or iOS device to earn. There is no desktop version.
My takeOverall, I would say SurveyMagic is not a bad app to earn from. I like that it offers a very straightforward way to earn. However, the app doesn’t pay that well, and there aren’t a lot of ways to earn. You don’t have to invest a lot of time in it, so it can serve as a decent secondary app if you adjust your expectations.
SurveyMagic pays little per survey. The top sites in your country give you more ways to earn.
See the best sites in your countryHow you earn on SurveyMagic
There are 3 ways to earn, and all of them are surveys. Tap one to read more.
Intro and profile surveys$1.50 once
The first time you open the app, you see the intro and profile surveys. You need to answer them to unlock all the other surveys.
There is no qualifying process for these two, so think of them as a bonus. They only take a couple of minutes, and once you finish both, you immediately earn $1.50. That is a good head start, in my opinion.
Paid surveysAround $0.20 to $0.5
After the intro surveys, you see all the surveys you can answer. You first answer qualifying questions. If you do not qualify, you do not get the reward and move on to the next survey. If you qualify, you answer the survey and claim the reward.
When I tested the app, there were not a lot of surveys, so you might not be able to earn regularly, depending on your country. I do like the user interface, because it is intuitive and straightforward.
Daily pollVery small
There is also a daily poll, where you answer one simple question. It does not pay a lot, but it is very quick and easy.
How much can you make?
It depends on how many surveys you can complete, and you do not control how many you get. Based on my experience, it depends on your location. If you live in the US, UK or Canada, you will have more opportunities than in other countries.
Most surveys pay around $0.20 to $0.5, which is not a very high amount, in my opinion. When I tested the app, the only survey that paid at least $1 was the intro survey. So the earning potential of SurveyMagic is quite low.
Payout methods and minimum
| Method | Minimum |
|---|---|
| PayPal | $5 |
| Prepaid Visa card | $5 |
| Amazon gift card | $5 |
Every survey you complete is credited to your SurveyMagic balance. Once you have at least $5, you can withdraw it. I like that PayPal is the main payment method, because it is one of the most convenient options. If you want more sites with this method, see the top sites that pay via PayPal.
I did not reach a second payout, so I cannot tell you how fast SurveyMagic pays. You can withdraw on both Android and iOS.
What readers told me
This review has 14 comments since 2023: 7 from readers and 7 replies from me. These are the things readers ask about most.
Readers asked how long a PayPal cashout takes, whether it works on Android, and why a cashout was cancelled. It works on both Android and iOS. For a cancelled cashout, contact SurveyMagic’s support.
There will not always be surveys, depending on your country. One reader also had trouble loading the app and getting a reply from support.
I keep a list of the best survey apps, linked below.
“How long does it take for the cash out to reflect in one’s PayPal account”
Mikael: I am not sure. It is not really an app I use after having tested it, as there are many better options, in my opinion.
“Can I withdraw through an Android phone or only on iOS?”
Mikael: On both.
“sometimes the app won’t even load up and then I must create a new password for it every time.”
Mikael: There will not always be surveys available, depending on the country you live in.
SurveyMagic 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 are looking for primary ways to earn extra cash, see the top survey and GPT sites in your country.
How I scored SurveyMagic
I use the same 100-point system for every platform. See how I test and rate.
SurveyMagic scores 48 out of 100. I recommend these sites before SurveyMagic.
See the best sites in your countrySurveyMagic FAQ
Is SurveyMagic a scam?
No. SurveyMagic is a legit survey app that pays you for completing surveys. But the rewards are low.
How much does SurveyMagic pay per survey?
Most surveys pay around $0.20 to $0.5. The intro and profile surveys pay $1.50 together.
What is the minimum payout?
$5, for PayPal, a prepaid Visa card or an Amazon gift card.
Which countries can join SurveyMagic?
As far as I can tell, more or less worldwide. Search for it in your app store: if it shows up, it is available in your country. The US, UK and Canada get more surveys.
Can I use SurveyMagic on a desktop?
No. It is mobile only, on Android and iOS.
I did not get the verification email. What now?
Check your spam folder. SurveyMagic sends the code to the email address you signed up with.
How do I contact SurveyMagic?
Use the contact form on its website or the “Contact” link in the app.
Who tested SurveyMagic 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 experience with SurveyMagic, I would love to hear from you in a comment below.
Am just entering the app
Let me know how it goes.
Which apps are the best survey apps
You can see the best survey apps here.
How long does it take for the cash out to reflect in one’s PayPal account
I am not sure. It is not really an app I use after having tested it, as there are many better options, in my opinion. So I never reached the ayout threshold as I spend my time on other apps.
Can I withdraw through an Android phone or only on iOS?
On both.
Hi Mikeal. Do these apps work in SA? Or not at all?.. I sent them emails, but they never responded back on my issues I have. One of my issues is pretty weired, because sometimes the app won’t even load up and then I must create a new password for it every time. Like today for instance the app sayd “ there are no surveys available” and that sucks quite a bit.
There will not always be surveys available, depending on the country you live in. Which country do you live in?
Whay cancelled may cash out please help them to may cash out please
You need to contact their support about this.
Great content, Mikel but how does it’s referral bonus work.
I will soon publish a video where I show more details.