Is PineCone Research (Pineconeresearch.com) A Scam or the real deal?

1. 
   Christine said on October 1st, 2007 at 2:25 pm

   I’ve been with Pinecone since the 90′s and I get 2 or 3 checks a month. Not a lot I know but hey 5 bucks is 5 bucks, it’s my mad money.

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   eddysalomon said on October 1st, 2007 at 2:32 pm

   Hi Christine,

   Thanks for your comments.
   I agree $5 is still $5 bucks! lol

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   David S said on October 11th, 2007 at 3:41 am

   I’ve recently joined Pinecone Research and have been paid for 2 surveys ($5 each). The payment is quick and efficient through Paypal. I’ve also been able to try a sample product. I’ve enjoyed it so far, and if you get the chance, you should try it out.

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4. 
   Bob said on November 27th, 2007 at 1:24 am

   I found some over at engadget.com and x3f and was wondering if it was legit \. glad i found this. i already signed up lol.

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5. 
   Terry said on March 4th, 2008 at 1:31 am

   I have done work for PineCone for several years. They are legit and good to work for. No complaints here.

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   MsJaxxee said on April 2nd, 2008 at 11:48 am

   Thanks for the tip. I signed up! I can put a gallon of gas in my car each time I get paid. LOL!

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7. 
   eddysalomon said on April 2nd, 2008 at 12:32 pm

   Exactly.
   That’s the right attitude to take about it. lol
   Crazy how $5 can’t get us more than a gallon in our cars. lol

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   Cris said on April 25th, 2008 at 1:39 am

   Since pinecone revamped their site, the signup link supposedly magically appears wherever and whenever. I just found a site (via Google search) that seems to keep their sign up link up-to-date:
   http://www.amylynn.org/home/pinecone
   Also found out in the search that they don’t always accept just anyone. Good luck! I still don’t know if I’ve been “accepted” yet.

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   eddysalomon said on April 25th, 2008 at 10:09 am

   Thanks for the info Cris.

   Eddy

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10. 
    Linda DuVall said on May 15th, 2008 at 8:00 am

    I have been a member of Pinecone since 2000..they have always been a great one to work with…yes I only make a few $ a month ..but have enjoyed trying out some nice products and it pays my internet …good thing! I have enjoyed the surveys.No complaints at all.

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11. 
    eddysalomon said on May 15th, 2008 at 10:11 am

    Hi Linda,

    Thanks for sharing. It’s good to know others are also experiencing great things with Pinecone research and surveys.

    There is too much a bad reputation about paid surveys because of all those companies selling those list. But the fact of the matter is there are real companies that pay you for your views and you don’t have to pay to find them and you’re proof of that.

    Thanks again.

    Eddy

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12. 
    Shannon said on May 17th, 2008 at 7:51 pm

    Pinecone researchis the real deal I have recieved multiple checks from them. Actually they are the fastest paying survey website I am part of.

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13. 
    eddysalomon said on May 17th, 2008 at 9:32 pm

    Hi Shannon,

    Thanks for chiming in. Yet another happy work at home seeker that has proven that paid surveys can make you money and that you can work at home if you’re willing to venture outside your comfort zone.

    Thanks again.

    Eddy

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14. 
    Kathy said on June 5th, 2008 at 6:57 pm

    I have been doing Pinecone surveys for probably 8 years or more. $5.00 here – $5.00 there. It adds up! I keep all my survey money in a separate account and at the end of the year put it on a CD. Nice little nest egg!

    Absolutely ZERO complaints from me! 100% LEGIT!

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15. 
    eddysalomon said on June 5th, 2008 at 8:26 pm

    Hi Kathy,

    Thanks so much for sharing. Yet another person that can attest that paid surveys can make you money. I’m happy you share my philosophy of it all adds up. I have to commend you though on re-investing your money so it makes you even more money! That’s smart.
    Thanks for sharing that tip!

    Eddy

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16. 
    angela said on June 13th, 2008 at 7:08 pm

    Great! A company that actually pays! Now one that you can actually pay bills with!!! LOL

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17. 
    eddysalomon said on June 13th, 2008 at 7:59 pm

    Hi Angela,

    I hear ya, It’s not a lot of money. But for some people it’s better than making no money searching for a work at home job. And when you combine it with the other opportunities we recommend at: http://www.workathomenoscams.com/articles it does add up.

    But with that said, if you want a more direct way of making a larger income to support your family, consider the following two careers:

    Medical Transcription(Typing):
    http://www.workathomenoscams.com/2008/03/26/besttypingjob/

    Affiliate Marketing (Ad Typing & Posting):
    http://www.workathomecareers.com/wa_adposter.html

    Any one of those two work at home careers will make you great money if you’re willing to invest the time and effort in yourself to get trained.

    Good luck.

    Eddy

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18. 
    I Need Money said on July 16th, 2008 at 1:27 am

    Hey Eddy, I have known about paid online surveys, GPT, etc for a while now, but wow I, cannot believe I have not heard of this one yet. 5 bucks per survey? That is awesome. I searched online and it seems legit. I found a join link on someone’s site and just submitted my application. Hope I get selected to join their panel!

    Thanks and keep up the good content on your blog man.

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19. 
    Eugene said on July 29th, 2008 at 8:07 pm

    Hi Eddy
    I’m new to all this work at home stuff. I am disabled with severe arthritis and am fed up with trying to make a living with Social Security alone. I came across your site while searching the internet for ways to supplement my income. I have found it very helpful and enlightening. I have already signed up with a couple of survey sites to start. I was interested in signing up with PineCone Research only to find that the link I clicked on (PineConeResearch.com)took me to another survey site. After typing in the full address in the address bar I was able to find it. Thank You so much for all your effort to make looking for work at home businesses a pleasant experience

    Eugene

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20. 
    eddysalomon said on July 29th, 2008 at 8:31 pm

    Hi Eugene,

    Thanks for chiming in and your kind words.
    I’m very happy that you have found our website useful.
    But I am happier to hear that you’ve already taken action and started joining the available opportunities we’ve discussed on this site.

    That puts you ahead of the curve. So give yourself a pat on the back. I’m sure as you explore the site further you’ll find even more ways to make money at home.

    By the way, I’m not sure if you’re aware of the following article:
    http://www.workathomenoscams.com/2008/01/23/work-at-home-for-disabled/
    It may be of some use to you.

    Hope to continue to see you on the site. If you haven’t subscribed already, please do so you don’t miss out on any opportunities or scams we may discuss.

    http://www.workathomenoscams.com/subscribe

    Take care.

    Eddy

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21. 
    Julie said on May 21st, 2009 at 12:48 pm

    Hi Eddy: When I clicked on the link listed about, it took me to Vindale.com Is this part of Pinecone Research or have they bought Pincone out? Thanks!

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    Eddy Salomon said on May 21st, 2009 at 7:54 pm

    Hi Julie, No Vindale was an alternate link. Pine cone research is very “secretive” and selective about recruiting new members. It’s very annoying. You’ll have to do a search in Google for “pineconeresearch sign up link”. Recently they emailed me a link to recruit family members. I asked them if I could post the link to share with my visitors & it was like no, no. Whatever. In any event if you use the search terms I mentioned you may find a link. My suggested alternatives that are just as good and don’t make you jump through hoops are:
    My Survey
    http://www.workathomenoscams.com/2007/09/11/is-mysurveycom-nfo-aka-my-survey-a-scam/

    Survey Savvy
    http://www.workathomenoscams.com/2007/09/05/is-surveysavvycom-survey-savvy-a-scam/

    You can find some other good survey companies on the following page:
    http://www.workathomenoscams.com/2007/12/13/top-5-paid-online-survey-websites/

    and my good buddy Callie has a great survey site:
    http://www.SurveyFavs.com

    Hope this helps.

    Eddy

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23. 
    seb said on May 25th, 2009 at 2:20 am

    I have used this great calculator to check out how much I REALLY get. It is a whoopping $ 2.58 per survey
    If they sent 10 surveys a day, maybe I could feed my cats. But 1 survey per month ???

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    Eddy Salomon said on May 25th, 2009 at 10:08 pm

    Hi Seb, I hear what you’re saying but no one claimed that you can make a living with surveys alone especially not from one company. It’s just one of many multiple streams of income, a job seeker may want to consider while searching for a traditional job. After all how much money are you making searching for a job? Why not earn some income with multiple smaller opportunities such as paid surveys and bring some money in while waiting to land that dream work at home job.

    From my own experience it can add up very quickly if not from your own efforts but those of others you can refer which is the way I make most of my money. At the end of the day in this industry people need as many legitimate options as possible.

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25. 
    seb said on May 28th, 2009 at 3:07 pm

    OK, thanks, I’ll try. The only problems is it seems 10000 are scams and only 3 are real. Can’t you make a list of all the real ones ?

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    Eddy Salomon said on May 28th, 2009 at 10:30 pm

    Seb, We’ve already made a list of the real ones:
    http://www.workathomenoscams.com/2007/12/13/top-5-paid-online-survey-websites/

    and my good buddy Callie has a great survey site:
    http://www.SurveyFavs.com

    Try taking the time to read through our site:
    http://www.workathomenoscams.com/workathomeguide

    There is a lot of good information on here to help you make money legitimately in so many ways. It’s just a matter of reading the stuff and taking action. Good luck.

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27. 
    Tarri said on June 18th, 2009 at 9:11 pm

    Hey Eddy,
    Just wanted to let you know know that, after searching on Google, I found a link to sign up with Pinecone Research and took a survey a few weeks ago. Last week, I went to my mailbox and guess what was there? A check from Pinecone Research! I was totally shocked..I completely forgot about taking the survey. The check was only for $3.00 but it was $3.00 more than what I started with. So thank you for this info and for all the valuable info you provide on your sites!

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    Eddy Salomon said on June 18th, 2009 at 9:21 pm

    Congrats Tarri!
    I love hearing about people making money online. You have a great attitude about your $3. Too often I hear people complaining about the amounts paid on these opportunities. I always find that amusing because its not like they’ve been getting paid for searching for a work at home job either. So I’m with you some money is better than no money any day. So keep up the good work. Pineconeresearch is but one of the many non-traditional work at home opportunities you can make money with. This is where multiple streams of income is important. Now imagine if you’re getting these little payments from various companies like the ones we’ve recommended on the following page:
    http://www.workathomenoscams.com/recommendations Next thing you know those little checks become bigger checks. And then imagine sharing these websites with other people you know or meet online via forums, blogs. Guess what most of these companies pay you for referrals too. So then it becomes a snowball effect.

    Trust me that $3 could lead to other things. That’s how I got in this industry. So keep it up.

    Thanks again for taking the time to share your experience. I wish more people would do that. I’m sure it’s very encouraging to others.

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29. 
    Tarri said on June 18th, 2009 at 9:40 pm

    Eddy, thanks for the encouraging words. I defintely plan to keep it up. I have also gotten paid from You Data for about $5.00 directly to my Paypal account and I just requested a check from Opinion Outpost for $30.00 which I’m waiting on. So, yes, it definitely works! I try to take as many surveys as I can and am now starting to sign up with focus groups. I’m serious about working at home and I totally agree with you..every little bit helps and adds up quickly! I also plan to purchase the Virtual Assistant ebook from Lisa Taliga tomorrow. Thanks so much..I’m so glad I found your site!

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    Eddy Salomon said on June 18th, 2009 at 9:56 pm

    You’re welcome Tarri! You should serve as a model to the work at home seekers that complain you can’t make legitimate money online. You’re living proof that you can. I applaud you for exploring all the opportunities available to you. Ultimately I know you will be very successful because of it!

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31. 
    Craig said on November 18th, 2009 at 8:21 pm

    Hi Eddy. I’ve been a pinecone research participant for about a year. I was just wondering if you happened to know why the dropped the payment rates from $5 to $3 ?

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    Eddy Salomon said on November 18th, 2009 at 8:41 pm

    Hi Craig,

    It was done across the board. Every member is now only paid $3 per survey. Not happy about it but it’s still better than most survey companies out there.

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33. 
    jolly said on January 26th, 2010 at 1:25 am

    HELLO..Eddy..

    This maybe a dumb question but i cannot sign up to PineConeResearch.com! Or like the home page says members log in and im a new member i through you and it says error..Please help.Thank you.

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34. 
    Eddy Salomon said on January 26th, 2010 at 10:10 pm

    Hi Jolly,

    Please go back to the article above. I explained in a whole paragraph about the sign up link issue.

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35. 
    Zuri said on March 17th, 2010 at 11:20 pm

    It helps if you go to http://www.amylynn.org/home/pinecone. This helps because they make a note of tracking down that link. I got the long end of the stick when I happened to randomly find Pinecone before I found the aforementioned site. As of two seconds ago the link was working!

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    Eddy Salomon said on March 18th, 2010 at 7:09 am

    Thanks Zuri.

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37. 
    Jason said on April 21st, 2010 at 12:49 am

    I had no problems on signing up for pincone research. They said that I’d get an email in a few days if I was qualified to join. So I’m crossing my fingers. But hey, 2 surveys a month at $3 a piece is still $6 more dollars than I had before. I’m going to sign up for all the paid survey sites and see how much I can supplement my income.

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38. 
    Eddy Salomon said on April 21st, 2010 at 1:01 am

    Jason,
    You have a great attitude about the money you can earn with surveys.
    However, let me say this. Be mindful not every survey company is trustworthy. Always do your research. Don’t just willy nilly join every survey company out there. We’ve listed our favorites here:
    http://www.workathomenoscams.com/2007/12/13/top-5-paid-online-survey-websites/

    The other thing to keep in mind is that certain demographics are more desirable than others at certain times. And quite honestly there are just certain demographics that aren’t really favored at all. So don’t take it personal if you learn that you’re not in demand. We’ve provided you other ways to make money here:
    http://www.workathomenoscams.com/recommendations
    surveys aren’t really something that can truly supplement income but it’s just nice money to get on occasion. The only way I’ve managed to make consistent money with surveys that can actually supplement my income is by referring others to legitimate survey companies which I’ve covered in videos in the following articles:
    http://www.workathomenoscams.com/2008/03/10/if-you-dont-work-for-this-company-youll-kick-yourself-later/
    http://www.workathomenoscams.com/affiliatemarketing

    So that may be an option for you as well. At the end of the day, just keep in mind you have a lot of options in addition to surveys. So as long as you take advantage of many of them, you can definitely supplement your income then. Hope this helps.

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39. 
    Jason said on April 21st, 2010 at 1:20 am

    @Eddy: Thanks for the feedback and voicing concerns about signing up at any ol’ site. I stumbled across your site and it’s been VERY helpful! I signed up at a good handful of sites that you recommended and have collectively made over $10…for basically doing nothing. I know I can’t collect (yet) but it is a step in the right direction. I figure what I would do is at the end of the year…take all of my income from doing surveys and other things, and put them in some sort of CD or IRA to gain interest. Hey, it was free money, might as well make the money work for me. But anyways, thanks for the reviews, blogs, etc and might I mention…the timely responses.

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40. 
    Eddy Salomon said on April 21st, 2010 at 8:59 pm

    Jason,
    You’re welcome man! I’m really happy that my little site has proven useful to you. But more importantly, I’m happy to hear you’re taking action and already making money! Isn’t wonderful making money for things you’ve probably been doing for free for years? lol I really like your idea of taking the money you make from all these opportunities and re-investing them in a cd or ira. That’s a great way to leverage your efforts and re-investing the money you’ve made. I might have to write a post about that and give you a shout out!
    In any event, thanks again for the kind words. I really appreciate your support.

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41. 
    Kitti said on June 24th, 2010 at 9:32 am

    Hi Eddy, just want to say your website has been real helpful to me so far.
    The only thing that\’s been hard is to sign up for pinecone, trying to hunt them down and get accepted is not easy. I wonder what criteria do I have to fit to join.

    Some of the other survey sites I was accepted quickly and after their profiling survey I haven\’t received any paid survey
    I keep trying though but so far I get a million soliciting phone calls at 2 am…. No $ though.

    I really liked amazon Turk, but even at survey I get rejected a lot which is weird cause they are based on personal opinions. I thought that was weird… I did about 11 tasks and got accepted for 1
    The funny thing is that they were all opinion based… Not something that you can mess up and be rejected for.
    On the good note I have 2$ more then yesterday.

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42. 
    Eddy Salomon said on June 24th, 2010 at 7:13 pm

    Hi Kitti,

    I find the hunting down the sign up link for pinecone research very annoying as well. But it’s their company and they make up these stupid rules. lol

    In terms of qualifiung surveys it really just boils down to demographics. If companies hirining these market research folks aren’t interested in your profile they can’t very well
    offer you surveys. So it has little to do with the marketing research firms. It’s based on supply and demand. You shouldn’t be getting solicition calls after signing up for legitimate companies
    like pinecone. A lot of time what happens is that after someone reads my articles they go off on their own and just sign up for any survey company out there. But like anything not every company
    is created the same. That’s why it’s always good to research these companies before signing up for them. We have our own trusted list but if you venture outside that, do your research otherwise that’s when
    you may experience spamming or telemarketing calls.

    Mturk can be hit or miss depending on the requester. But for the most part people tend to do well with the company.The fact you earned an additional $2 is testament to that and it’s a start. I applaud you for being able to see that. In any event, keep taking action. There are so many ways to make money at home so keep your options broad and you’ll continue to succeed. If survey companies don’t really care for your demographic, screw them. Move on to another opportunity. That’s why we give you a lot of options. Hope this helps. Thanks for sharing.

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43. 
    Pat said on July 22nd, 2010 at 2:32 pm

    Hi Eddy,
    I’ve been able to track down an active US signup link with Pinecone Research. It’s https://www.pineconeresearch.com/Signup/Signup_Form.asp. I was successful in signing up and submitting my information. I hope this helps for others wanting to sign up. Thanks

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44. 
    Eddy Salomon said on July 22nd, 2010 at 2:34 pm

    Hey Pat,

    Thanks but it just redirects you to the homepage where you can’t sign up. Some bad stuff never changes. =(

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45. 
    val said on July 22nd, 2010 at 9:24 pm

    so basically you only get 1 survey a month and will only be paid no more than $5??? what a crock! isn’t there any survey sites that are legit where you can do as many as you want a day?

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46. 
    Eddy Salomon said on July 22nd, 2010 at 9:39 pm

    Val,

    How much are you currently getting paid for your opinions? My bet is it’s about $0. So anything higher than that should be appreciated. You can’t make a living with surveys. They’re just a nice means to some extra income here and there. But if you feel this is a waste of time, this isn’t the site for you. But good luck to you.

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47. 
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