At-a-Glance Comparison

Get a look at the differences between Media Rewards and Nielsen Mobile with this overview of their features and benefits.

Media RewardsNielsen Mobile
Media Rewards
  • Earn simply for streaming vids and listening to radio through the app
  • Additional earning opportunities taking in-app surveys
  • Fast and automated redemption every two weeks via PayPal
  • Wide variety of reward options including gift cards, points, and sweepstakes entries.
  • One of the few panels actively seeking teens (13+ older)
Nielsen Mobile
  • Earn up to $60 in passive income
  • Earn more for every device you connect
  • Scan receipts of everyday purchases for real cash
  • Get paid for simply installing the app on your devices
  • Enjoy world class customer service
  • Choose your rewards from a huge array of merchandise
  • The Nielsen Company is the world's leading provider of marketing information
Media Rewards Yes Nielsen Mobile Yes
Media Rewards Yes Nielsen Mobile No
Media Rewards No Nielsen Mobile No
Media Rewards No Nielsen Mobile No
Media Rewards No Nielsen Mobile Yes
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Rating Comparison

Which is better, Media Rewards or Nielsen Mobile? See how their expert and user ratings compare.

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Media Rewards
[4.67/5]
Nielsen Mobile
[4.79/5]
Media Rewards
[4.6/5]
Nielsen Mobile
[4.5/5]
Media Rewards
[4.8/5]
Nielsen Mobile
[4.9/5]
Media Rewards
[4.5/5]

Read 14 Reviews

Nielsen Mobile
[4.5/5]

Read 44 Reviews

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Rewards Comparison

Compare Media Rewards rewards and Nielsen Mobile rewards to see how their redemption options stack up.

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Opportunities Comparison

Compare how you can earn money with Media Rewards and Nielsen Mobile and find your next side hustle.

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Media Rewards No Nielsen Mobile No
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Media Rewards Yes Nielsen Mobile Yes
Media Rewards No Nielsen Mobile No
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Service & Snafus

Learn about customer service and potential issues with Media Rewards and Nielsen Mobile before you sign up.

Media RewardsNielsen Mobile
Media Rewards

Media Rewards is really on the ball when it comes to responding to inquiries. They are very active and want to make sure you’re getting rewarded and your info is valid. Most users report getting responses to their inquiries within a few hours. Believe it or not they actually have phone support which is quite the rarity these days.

Nielsen Mobile

Being in business for decades, Nielsen has their operations down pat. If you encounter a problem you can email or call. You should expect little to no delay in response to your query.

Media Rewards

As with many programs, the main concern most users think of when deciding to join Media Rewards is privacy concerns. Fortunately, the company has an extensive privacy policy that should address any issues you may have.

Though you might be concerned about battery life and performance with a largely app-based program, there's no need to be concerned. Media Insiders' app is very lightweight and you shouldn't notice any additional battery drain or decreased performance of your mobile device.

Nielsen Mobile

Unfortunately, while installing Nielsen Mobile is easy money, they are only accepting certain groups, at least for the time being. If you're a tablet user, you simply have to be 18 or older. For smartphone users, the company is currently only accepting members 45 or older. These requirements may change as Nielsen's demographic needs shift.

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Final Verdict

See our closing thoughts to help you decide if Media Rewards or Nielsen Mobile is better for you.

Media RewardsNielsen Mobile
Media Rewards

Media Rewards is a strong program that makes it a piece of cake to earn an extra $15 a month. They have a smooth running app and don’t annoy you with push notifications. Plus, they work with top notch media outlets including Facebook and Twitter. Best of all, their Tango Codes pay consistently every month. We recommend joining without reserve.

Nielsen Mobile

Nielsen PC and Mobile
won't earn you a ton of money, but you won't have to do much of anything to get your $50 in yearly rewards. If you like passive income, this program is ideal.

You can install this app with confidence as Nielsen has an impeccable reputation. They're simply trying to do for mobile device usage what they've done for TV ratings. The company has an extensive privacy policy to allay privacy fears. They simply want to know what you're watching on your mobile device.

In short, there's very little, if any, downside to trying this app. Users have reported no slowdowns in their devices and no privacy breaches. If for some reason you don't like it, it's a one-click uninstall.

If you fall into the demographic that is currently being accepted, there's no reason you shouldn't give Nielsen Mobile a try!

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