Pogo vs National Consumer Panel: Which is Better?

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At-a-Glance Comparison

Get a look at the differences between Pogo and National Consumer Panel with this overview of their features and benefits.

	Pogo	National Consumer Panel
Summary	Pogo Pogo links directly with existing debit and credit cards as well as retailer accounts and automatically rewards you every time you shop. All you have to do is log in to Pogo, hit "Claim" on your purchases, and you'll get rewards. Cash out to Venmo or PayPal. Earn rewards on every purchase you make, without taking photos of receipts. Start claiming points in minutes (download the app, securely link your bank account(s), and start claiming points for purchases from the last two weeks). Sync your other accounts like Target, Walmart & Amazon for extra points. Get paid for taking surveys and providing feedback to businesses and brands.	National Consumer Panel Get rewarded for scanning your groceries and other purchases Receive a free barcode scanner or use the app to scan products Choose from a huge merchandise catalog when you redeem your points Take surveys on a variety of topics to earn even more points Get sweepstakes entries for your ongoing participation Backed by market research leaders Nielsen and IRi
Accepting New Users	Pogo Yes	National Consumer Panel Yes
Accepts Teens	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
Has Signup Bonus	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
Has Referral Program	Pogo Yes	National Consumer Panel No
Has Loyalty Bonus	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel Yes
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Rating Comparison

Which is better, Pogo or National Consumer Panel? See how their expert and user ratings compare.

	Pogo	National Consumer Panel
Overall	Pogo [4.7/5]	National Consumer Panel [4.79/5]
Opportunities	Pogo [5/5]	National Consumer Panel [4.5/5]
Rewards	Pogo [4/5]	National Consumer Panel [4.25/5]
User Reviews	Pogo [2/5] Read 1 Reviews	National Consumer Panel [4.5/5] Read 22 Reviews
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Rewards Comparison

Compare Pogo rewards and National Consumer Panel rewards to see how their redemption options stack up.

	Pogo	National Consumer Panel
Cash / e-Wallet	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel Yes
Virtual Visa	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
Cash App	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
Cash via Check	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
Apple Pay	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
PayPal	Pogo Yes	National Consumer Panel No
Direct Deposit	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
Venmo	Pogo Yes	National Consumer Panel No
Gift Cards	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel Yes
Amazon E-Gift Codes	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel Yes
Amazon Gift Cards	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel Yes
iTunes Gift Cards	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
Electronic Gift Cards	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel Yes
Electronic Gift Codes	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel Yes
Crypto	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
Bitcoin	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
Etherium	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
Dogecoin	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
Merchandise	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel Yes
Sweepstakes Entries	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel Yes
Charity Donations	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
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Opportunities Comparison

Compare how you can earn money with Pogo and National Consumer Panel and find your next side hustle.

	Pogo	National Consumer Panel
Do Micro Tasks	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel Yes
Download Apps	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
Focus Groups	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
Listen to Music	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
Play Games	Pogo Yes	National Consumer Panel No
Read Email	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
Share Your Data	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel Yes
Shop	Pogo Yes	National Consumer Panel Yes
Take Surveys	Pogo Yes	National Consumer Panel Yes
Test Products	Pogo Yes	National Consumer Panel No
Train AI	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
Upload Receipts	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel Yes
Use Search Engines	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
Walk / Exercise	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
Watch Videos	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
Write Reviews	Pogo No	National Consumer Panel No
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Service & Snafus

Learn about customer service and potential issues with Pogo and National Consumer Panel before you sign up.

	Pogo	National Consumer Panel
Customer Service	Pogo	National Consumer Panel This program is backed by the Nielsen company so expect quick and courteous response if you run into any problems.
Bad News	Pogo	National Consumer Panel Since scanning all of your purchases can be a bit tedious, some might consider the compensation from National Consumer Panel to be a bit low for the effort.
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Final Verdict

See our closing thoughts to help you decide if Pogo or National Consumer Panel is better for you.

	Pogo	National Consumer Panel
Closing Thoughts	Pogo	National Consumer Panel If you buy a lot of groceries and don't mind taking the time to scan them, National Consumer Program is a great way to earn a variety of rewards as well as sweepstakes entries. There's really no reason not to give this one a try. Might as well get paid for things you already buy, right? If you stay diligent about scanning the products you buy, you will be eligible to rack up some great merchandise. It's also worth noting, that if you find NCP isn't for you, a prepaid shipping label is provided for you to send your scanner back. As of December 2015, you can now use their app which performs the same function as the scanner which eliminates the hassle of shipping if you change your mind.
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Closing Thoughts

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National Consumer Panel

If you buy a lot of groceries and don't mind taking the time to scan them, National Consumer Program is a great way to earn a variety of rewards as well as sweepstakes entries. There's really no reason not to give this one a try. Might as well get paid for things you already buy, right?

If you stay diligent about scanning the products you buy, you will be eligible to rack up some great merchandise. It's also worth noting, that if you find NCP isn't for you, a prepaid shipping label is provided for you to send your scanner back. As of December 2015, you can now use their app which performs the same function as the scanner which eliminates the hassle of shipping if you change your mind.

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Pogo vs National Consumer Panel