I am using UserTesting since October 2019 next to work and I love it. What I basically do is taking surveys whether I fit to a user test. In case it was successful, I take the test which takes on average 10 to 15 minutes and I receive $10. There are also live conversation tests over 30 or 60 minutes which pay of $30 or $60.

How does it work?

You simply need to sign up on UserTesting (no worries, it is just a simple link and no referral URL) and take an initial test. In case you did well (continuously talk out loud and tell them what you think about the reviewed product), UserTesting will let you participate. You are then allowed to take surveys to find out whether you fit to different tests. On an average day, I receive around 20 surveys. It basically looks like this:

After finishing the test, you will receive 10 USD on your PayPal account. If you are having the time to do tests about two to four times a week, your balance will look like that:

I like to test different platforms or websites to be the first to see new products. This is even more fun when receiving money next to it.

Alternative to UserTesting: Respondent

Another platform which pays money for you to test products/websites/platforms is Respondent. There are a lot of tests available and the best thing: at some point they pay far more than UserTesting. There is e.g. one test looking for participants in a usability study which takes about 75 minutes. And what do they pay? 200 USD.

In case you know any other comparable platforms like UserTesting or Respondent, please comment. I am always watching out for more opportunities. And please comment to start a discussion.