Get-paid-to (GPT) platform ratings methodology

Finder’s experts assess get-paid-to platforms across four key categories to help you objectively evaluate a platform’s overall features and suitability for your unique needs.

The four categories we measure are:

1. Pay
2. Earning process
3. Cash-outs
4. User experience and reviews

Data collection

We collect data manually through online research and from providers directly.

Category weightings

We weigh each metric based on factors we believe are most important to users looking for a good get-paid-to platform. Platforms earn a score in each category and then an overall score based on the weightings detailed on this page.

1. Pay – 25%
2. Earning process – 25%
3. Cash-outs – 25%
4. User experience and reviews – 25%

Scoring and rating

Wondering how we work out the Finder Score? We look at 13 get-paid-to platforms, and we compare them against each other to get our simple score out of 10. Metrics like pay ranges, cash-out minimums and user ratings are weighted and added to come up with individual Finder Scores.

Get-paid-to platforms are evaluated on the four key categories outlined on this page. These categories are broken down into 14 different data points.

• 9+ Excellent – The crème de la crème of get-paid-to platforms. These products offer the best mix of features across the four categories.
• 7+ Great – The mix of features across categories is great but not optimal.
• 5+ Satisfactory – Typically average in the features department.
• Less than 5 – Basic – The least competitive in terms of features.

Data points

Data points are weighed differently, depending on their importance. Examples of data points we look at when comparing get-paid-to platforms include the following:

• Pay ranges
• Cash-out minimums
• Trustpilot scores
• Ways to earn

No single platform will be the best choice for everyone, so thoroughly compare your options before picking a platform for your needs.

Written by

Leanne Escobal

Senior Publisher

Leanne Escobal is a senior publisher at Finder with more than 13 years of experience in financial products and services, with a focus on content strategy and marketing. She has completed the Canadian Securities Course (CSC®) as well as the Personal Lending and Mortgages course through the Canadian Securities Institute. Leanne holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in English literature and creative writing from Western University. See full bio

Leanne's expertise

Leanne has written 185 Finder guides across topics including:

• Personal Loans
• Car Loans
• Business Loans
• Short-Term Loans
• International Money Transfers
• Make Money Online