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Personal Finance Software and Service Reviews

Find the best personal finance software to tackle your debt, save money, create a budget, invest in stocks and more. Our reviews are thorough, research-based and unbiased.

  • Google Opinion Rewards

    Google Opinion Rewards Review: Quick Surveys, Few Opportunities

    Answering simple questions about your recent search history is an easy way to earn rewards, provided you fit the specific demographic Google is looking for. We tested the app to see how frequently surveys appear and how much you can realistically expect to make.

    By Vanessa Zeigler
    July 18, 2024
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    Cred.ai Review: Build Credit Without Hard Pull, But Not Much Else

    Building credit usually requires taking on debt, but this platform offers a safer workaround. We break down how this unique checking-and-card combo reports to credit bureaus while acting like a debit card to prevent overspending.

    By R.J. Weiss
    August 7, 2024
  • PrizeRebel Review: Is It Legit and How Much Can You Earn?

    This survey site offers instant payouts and plenty of reward options, but there is a catch. Our hands-on review reveals the reality of how much you can expect to earn after factoring in the time spent on unpaid screening questions.

    By Vanessa Zeigler
    May 29, 2024
  • ATM App Review

    ATM.com App Review: We Only Earned $3.59 in Two Weeks

    Cashing out your earnings is usually the best part of a rewards app, but this platform permanently locks the first $20 in your account. We analyzed whether the investment features and brand offers are enough to overlook this restrictive payout policy.

    By Hillary Swetz
    February 19, 2025
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    Honey Review: It’s Good, but Better Alternatives Exist

    Automatic savings sound great in theory, but the reality of using this extension is a bit more nuanced. We break down the pros and cons—from data privacy concerns to actual payout speeds—so you know exactly what you’re installing.

    By Hillary Swetz
    December 26, 2024
  • Shopkick Review: How Much We Made In One Month of Testing

    Gamifying your grocery runs can be genuinely fun, but technical glitches often got in the way of our payout. Our hands-on review details the pros and cons of the platform, including the specific hurdles we faced when trying to redeem our earnings.

    By Hillary Swetz
    May 29, 2024
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