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How to Become a Product Review Blogger and Get Sponsored By Brands
Whether you're a beauty blogger, food blogger, or mommy blogger, companies are looking for you to review their products on your blog, and some companies may compensate you for your reviews.
If you're interested in getting paid to test products without a blog you need to check this post out.
These are prerequisites that companies will look at to decide if they'll let you review their products:
1. Google Analytics (unique visitors and page views)
2. Social Media Followers
3. Email Subscribers
4. Media Kit
Some companies may be more lenient when it comes to deciding if they want to have you review their product or not.
Here are some companies that will help you be able to sign up to become a product reviewer, sponsored posts, and make some money:
1. Izea- You are paid to write sponsored post, tweet sponsored content, and instagram sponsored content. You choose what company to work for through Izea's platform. Payments is by Paypal.
2. PinchMe- I just found out about this company by one of my readers. PinchMe provides sample products each month. In return, you must share your opinions about the products you receive.
3. Tomoson- Tomoson is a place for bloggers to find companies in need of bloggers to review their products. You must first fill out an application and then get approved by the company in order to review their products. Before you complete your application, it'll show what requirements you must pass so you don't waste your time filling out a application and it gets denied. They have some opportunities that you can get paid.
4. Smiley360- Smiley360 is a word of mouth marketing website that offers products to test for people and bloggers. They only have name brand products to test and sometimes you must fill out an application before you're able to get into a product testing campaign. It does not pay.
5. Activate- Activate has a list for female bloggers to join brands that are currently in need of bloggers to review their products. Each post has how much you'll be compensated. The more endorsements you have, the better your chances at reviewing products or write sponsored post. (Make sure to endorse me!)
6. gen.video- gen.video is for bloggers/vloggers can connect with brands to test their products on a web cam.
7. Influenster- Influenster sends a box of different products to test and review on your blog, social media, word of mouth, Youtube, etc. They are a invitation only company (I do not have anymore invites left). It does not pay.
8. SheSpeaks- SheSpeaks is for women influnsters to test products and give reviews on their blogs, social media, word of mouth, Youtube, etc. You must fill out an application before joining. The more active you are in the SheSpeaks community, the more chances you'll be able to test products.
9. Massive Sway- I just signed up with this company through SITs Girls and so far I've found some sponsored post and product reviews that paid $100 or more. I haven't done any just yet because the requirement of pageviews that the companies want is on the high side and I'm currently working on that. This company you must fill out an application and be approved.
10. Bloggy Moms- I just signed up with this mom blog community and haven't done any product testing with them yet. I heard they email you about current opportunities.
11. Clever Girls Collective- This company is very selective with what bloggers can join their website. You must have very high traffic and pageviews. They don't want bloggers that are strictly product review bloggers. I was denied in their program but you can try to see if you can get in. They offer paid product testing and paid sponsored post.
12. BzzAgent- BzzAgent is one of the leading word of mouth marketing website that people can sign up and get started in joining campaigns to review products. They only offer Big Brand Companies products for people or bloggers to review. The more you review, the more campaigns you'll be able to join. Payments is by points that is redeemable on the website MyPoints.
13. Blogsvertise- This company offers display ads and sponsor post opportunities. This is another company I haven't used yet but look forward to signing up in the future.
14. Markerly- Markerly is a new website for blog influencers to connect with leading brands to test their products and also do sponsor post. In order to be approve to join this marketing platform you must have at least 10,000 page views a month.
15. Cision- I just found out about Cision through SITs Girls Facebook page. You sign up and PR companies will contact you with press releases of companies needing bloggers to review products or do sponsored post.
16. Swaggable- Swaggable is a word of mouth marketing company that offers a variety of products for people and bloggers to review. They offer small and name brand products to try and review. It does not pay.
17. Live in Five Media- This company contacted me through email. They work with Brand Influencers to help bring brand partnerships and extra content for your blog. You name your rates for sponsored blog post, videos, tweets, pins, Instagram, and more. I just signed up and waiting to see what opportunities they bring me.
18. Mom Central- I just discovered this website from another blogger who got free clothing to try out and review. You sign up to be on their blog roll and they'll contact you with opportunities from name brand companies.
19. BrandBacker- If you're a fashion and/or beauty blogger, mommy blogger, vlogger, menswear blogger, or lifestyle blogger, this website is a good company to link up with brands to get paid to do sponsored posts and product reviews.
20. BlogPRWire- I found out about this website on another blogger's blog. They are PR relations website that'll send you PR News and sponsorships.
21. BlogMeetsBrand- This company is new that helps marketers find bloggers to market their brands. You set how much you'll charge per post and social sharing.
22. Cooperatize- I discovered this company on Facebook. You get paid to do sponsored post. You get to choose how much you'd like to get paid. The brands you can work with through Cooperatize is mainly travel companies, so this site is great if you're into traveling.
23. Infolinks- They are one of the most popular companies that you make money from your content. All you have to do is add a code they provide you and they'll automatically add links and banners to your content and once someone clicks it you'll make a commission. Easy money! Check out the video below.
Are you wondering how to get paid to review products at home? Yes, you can get paid to test products for FREE! Top Brands need people like you to review their new products not yet on the market. And, for your feedback, you'll be paid by:
- Cash
- Gift Cards
- Merchandise
Keep in mind that it's always free and legitimate to become a product reviewer getting paid for your feedback. Keep reading for a list of 51 Free Product Testing Panels to join below! 👇
I've been testing products for cash, gift cards, and merchandise for the past 12 years, and love doing it! It has become my full-time job now getting 4 to 5 full-size products and samples to review a month. Because I am a product tester, I get the first exclusive look at up and coming products not yet on the market. Also, I am able to test new products for free and keep the products too!
I've tested, Electronics, Toys, Food Products, Beauty Products, Household Products, Baby Products, Adult Products, Clothes, Websites, and so much more!
Why Does Brands Need Consumers to Join their Paid Product Testing Studies?
How Does Product Testing Work? How Can You Become a Product Tester?
When you fill out their screener survey, they'll let you know at the end if you're eligible or not. For example, let say the brand is looking for people to test out their new makeup, if you don't use cosmetic products then you won't qualify. If you do, then you'll be eligible for the product testing job.
Once you get the approval to test the product, the brand will ask for your address to send you the product to evaluate for a week or two. Then, they'll follow up with you with an email asking for feedback about the product you've tested. When you're done, you get paid! WOO HOO! Simple right?
Free Beauty Products from L'Oreal over $300 Worth!!!!!! |
How Much Can You Make Being a Product Tester?
How much you get paid varies. I've been paid anywhere from $3-$500, it depends how in-depth the testing process is. There was a time I tested a website in beta format for HBO (now called HBOMAX), and they paid me $100 for doing it! All I had to do is test out their website for a couple of weeks, watch movies, then give my feedback. Easy money!
So when you register, make sure to fill out your profile, that's a critical step to your success in testing products. You'll get the proper product testing opportunities that fit your demographic.
Honestly, when it comes to product testing, and completing paid online surveys, it's really about how much time you put into it. The more you do, the more money you make, it's that simple. Also, you'll start receiving a lot of paid product testing opportunities in your inbox if the companies sees you're an active member, even get a chance to join high paying focus groups, join webcam studies, and video studies.
Top 51 List of Free Product Testing Panels
(Paid Product Testing)
2. Branded Surveys- Branded Surveys is a huge fan favorite helping members make extra money online daily! It's such a fun and rewarding panel with the cash you earn building up fast! Excellent customer service. Influence new products of tomorrow! Learn more about Branded Surveys. ⭐Get Paid by Cash and Gift Cards
3. Univox Community- Univox Community is another excellent, well-trusted panel that offers household product testing worldwide! They also offer paid focus groups, clinical trials, in-home usage tests, online bulletin boards, taste tests, and mystery shopping studies. Learn more about Univox Community. ⭐Get Paid by Cash and Gift Cards
5. Survey Junkie- Survey Junkie is one of the most popular site to earn cash by testing products and being an influencer. Survey Junkie is a huge fan favorite, and rightfully so since their members make a good amount of money for their influence about an array of different topics, products, and services. Learn more about Survey Junkie. ⭐Get Paid by Cash and Gift Cards
6. Product Report Card- If you're looking for high paying product testing opportunities, you need to sign up with Product Report Card RIGHT NOW!!! Also, they have a lot more ways to make money with them as well, including fast payments. Oh yeah, I tested a coffee product with them before earning me $150 for my feedback, also I was invited to join a $300 and $500 paid projects! Learn more about Product Report Card. ⭐Get Paid by Cash and Gift Cards
9. LifePoints- Join one of the largest influencer communities in the world. They’ve rewarded over $20 million to their members in the last year alone! Share your opinions on numerous products and popular brands, and get paid for it! Earn points that can be redeemed for rewards of your choice. Join today and get 10 LifePoints to kick off your earnings! ⭐Get Paid by Cash and Gift Cards
12. Opinion Champ- Opinion Champ members have the opportunity to test new products from brands and provide their feedback. Product appeal surveys and in-home test surveys will be sent right to your door! ⭐Get Paid by Cash and Gift Cards
15. Daily Goodie Box- Daily Goodie Box will send you boxes full of full-size products as well as samples, and in return, all they ask is that you give your honest opinions about the products you received. Not only do you receive a variety of different products from leading brands, but you'll also get coupons too. ⭐Get Paid by Merchandise
17. Product Testing USA- Product Testing USA allows their members to test a variety of all the latest tech, gadgets, fashion accessories and more. They even give members the opportunity to mystery shop some amazing stores and fantastic restaurants all across the US. All you need to do for them is write a simple review in exchange for keeping their chosen product for free! Right now, you have the chance to test and keep the new Peloton Bike! ⭐Get Paid by Merchandise
18. PinchMe- Each month (Sample Tuesday), you get to choose what free samples you would like to try out from a list PinchMe provides you. Once you do your picks, PinchMe ships all your samples for free. In return, they ask you to give feedback on the products you received. I did an unboxing video about PinchMe. ⭐Get Paid by Merchandise
19. Mindfield Online- Mindfield Online is an oldie, but goodie, which offers many product testing invites through email. Mindfield Online is one of America's most extensive marketing associations that provides various ways to earn extra money online with tasks of completing online surveys, joining high-paying focus groups, and even paid surveys for teens. ⭐Pay by Cash and Gift Cards
20. MySoapBox- Time to stand on your soapbox and have your voice heard! MySoapBox is a trendy panel with many ways to earn rewards for your insights, for example, test the latest products from top leading brands, make money from paid surveys, join high paying focus groups and much more with excellent pay! ⭐Get Paid by Cash and Gift Cards
21. FocusGroup.com- At Focus Group, you get a chance to review products or services either at home online, in-person in your area, or on the phone. Focus Group is an online community comprised of people like you interested in sharing their opinions and views on various topics to help influence the development of technology, food, healthcare, and much more. Learn more about joining focus groups. ⭐Get Paid by Cash and Gift Cards
22. ACOP- ACOP is a powerhouse research panel that has been around since 1986. They were also one of the very first companies I started using to do product testing studies. They give you a decent amount of money-making opportunities that include product reviews, judging new ad campaigns, paid surveys, and diary studies. Speedy payout! ⭐Pay by Cash via Check, PayPal, and Donations
23. Tellwut- Tellwut offers various ways to earn extra money with their website. From paid online surveys, daily surveys, referring a friend, and viewing new products, you have many opportunities to share your feedback and opinions and be rewarded! Tellwut stands out as one of the top best sites that reward their members generously. ⭐Get Paid by Gift Card, Prepaid Debit/Credit Cards, Merchandise, and Retail e-vouchers
24. National Consumer Panel- You like to shop right? Why not get paid for it! National Consumer Panel wants to know what kind of products you buy in stores to help with their research studies on shoppers and purchasing trends. National Consumer Panel will send you a handheld scanner to scan all your purchases, and watch all your points rack up! Easy peasy! ⭐Get Paid by Visa Gift Cards
25. Pinecone Research- Pinecone Research is an invitation-only panel, and I have the private link for you to join now!!! This is the most popular, #1 Top Rated Product Testing Panel, so you got to join them! You won't be disappointed. Pinecone Research is strictly a product testing company only. ⭐Get Paid by Cash and Gift Cards
27. YouGov- YouGov have shorter surveys, meaning it'll take less time to complete them and earn money. They offer product testing, online surveys, as well as business and IT type of surveys, plus earn money taking surveys on your phone, and they have surveys for teens. ⭐Pay by Cash via Check, PayPal, Visa Prepaid Cards, Merchandise, Gift Cards, and Movie Vouchers
28. Valued Opinions- This panel is an oldie, but a goodie that's been around since 2004! Valued Opinions is a panel which rewards their members for taking part in market research studies, like product testing, diary surveys, online surveys, mobile surveys, and also paid surveys for teens. ⭐Get Paid by Gift Cards, Prepaid Debit/Credit Cards, Merchandise, and Airline Miles
30. BzzAgent- BzzAgent is my favorite! I get so many free stuff to test that I've lost count! Great company! Doesn't pay, but I love getting so much stuff each month! And it's good, popular products that just came out on the market that they are trying to get more reaction and engagement. ⭐Get Paid by MyPoints rewards to redeem for free merchandise and Gift cards
31. Smiley360- I've been with Smiley360 for years, and tested a variety of different products with them, mainly beauty products. Smiley360 doesn't pay though. ⭐Get Paid by Free Products
32. McCormick- If you like the McCormick brand of foods and seasonings, they offer to review their products seasoning products and meals, and you'll get paid for it. They also have contests at times too. ⭐Get Paid by Amazon Gift Cards
33. Johnson & Johnson Friends & Neighbors- I use to get products to test from them quite a bit when my daughters were babies and toddlers, but not so much anymore since my daughters are teenagers. This name brand company is perfect for mothers with young children. ⭐Get Paid by Cash
34. LOreal Product Testing Panel- I get new products from LOreal to test, but for some reason, it's hard to qualify for some of their testings. But when you do qualify, you get a boatload of free beauty products! ⭐Get Paid by Free Beauty Products
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35. Fibromyalgia- Active symptoms: pain all over the body (also referred to as widespread pain), sleep problems, fatigue, and often emotional and mental distress. ⭐Get paid up to $350
Here are Even More Companies that offer Product Testing Opportunities!
41. Consumer Product Testing- Consumer Product Testing is a global leader in the testing of personal care products, pharmaceuticals, and therapeutic products. As a panelist, you can affect the products that ultimately go to market. They are located in Fairfield, NJ on 70 New Dutch Lane. Consumer Product Testing is always looking for new panelists to test their products.
42. Nintendo Game Testers- Are you a gamer? Do you like the Nintendo brand? Test Nintendo games. As you can imagine, playing video games for a living can be great fun! As a product tester at Nintendo, you could have the opportunity to test development software, identify programming issues, evaluate the product for content guidelines, and document quality-assurance checks. Nintendo currently works with two different contractors to provide qualified associates to work as Game Testers at Nintendo of Americas headquarters in Redmond, Washington. Please note: Nintendo and its product testing contractors do not offer off-site beta testing or other remote access options. All positions are located in Redmond, Washington.
43. Microsoft Playtest Gamers- Whether you play once a year or every day, whether you’re six years old or 60, whether you pre-order the latest consoles or wouldn’t think of paying for a game – Microsoft want feedback from you! Take a few minutes to tell them what you like to play, and they’ll match you to future studies.
44. Homeschool- Product Testers are the lifeblood of the Homeschool community. They don’t create anything – not a book, not a product or a new section on our site – without running it by their beloved Product Testers first. And they thank you with free books, free kits, and free Special Reports.
45. Reebok Testing- Have you ever wondered how Reebok makes footwear and apparel that genuinely meet your athletic needs? It’s because Reebok tests their footwear and clothing on REAL ATHLETES. So they need your help to test new, never-before-seen Reebok products. Apply to the Reebok Product Testing Program, and you’ll be part of the product development process and get a rare glimpse of the latest cutting-edge Reebok technology and design – a unique opportunity for any dedicated athlete.
46. BrooksTesting- It’s pretty simple: they send you gear, you use it. You use it on morning jogs, on race days, in the sun and the snow. Any time and any place you run and then let them know how it worked (or didn't work) for you. Your feedback is what helps determine fit, function, and design of all our future products.
47. Gen.video- They help brands and agencies partner with influencers to drive awareness, engagement, and sales. Must have a webcam to join.
48. Mills Advisory Panel- Share your thoughts about food and food products. By letting them know, you'll be improving the General Mills products you use every day.
49. Instyle Trendsetter- Love Instyle? As an InStyle Trendsetter, you'll have regular opportunities to share your thoughts, opinions, and preferences on a variety of style topics from fashion to beauty to home décor. You'll also have insider opportunities to evaluate brand-new products, and even give us feedback about InStyle itself!
50. Allure Beauty Enthusiasts- As an Allure Beauty Enthusiast, you’re at the top of your beauty game—with insider access to exclusive offers, VIP events, and the chance to sound off about trends, product launches, and beauty preferences.
51. Certified Field Associate- Do you like movies? Get paid to watch videos and also other things in movie theaters.
Steps on Becoming a Successful Product Tester
2. Complete product testing surveys as soon as possible before invite fills up and no longer needs new people for their product testing assignment.
3. Always tell the truth! Brands need truthful people to evaluate their products. If you lie, companies will not know if they need to make any improvements to their products. Also, you can get yourself removed from their program, and not get paid.
4. Do not speed through a survey that the brands send you. Product testing Panels could not use your survey if they noticed that you rushed through it. Your inquiry will look like your answers are untruthful and cannot be used which will lead you to get removed from program and money you earned is forfeited.
5. Sign up for more than one product testing program. The more product testing websites you sign up for, the more chances of being invited to join current product testing campaigns.
6. Always fill out your demographic information with each product testing website you're signed up with. This helps market research firms know which product testing surveys are better suited for you, and more than likely you'll qualify for.
7. Never expose information about new products you've seen on a survey to anyone. That can lead you getting kicked out the program and forfeiting your payment.
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