Field Agent App Review UK: Paid Mystery Shopping Explained
If you like the idea of earning money while you’re already out shopping, then Field Agent might catch your eye. It’s a mystery shopping app that pays you to complete short tasks using your phone. Sounds ideal. But does it actually deliver, or is it another app that looks better on paper than in real life?
Field Agent summary
It’s a decent idea for earning extra money, but how much you can earn depends a lot on your location. Some towns have far more work than others.
Pros
- A good rate of pay
- Quick to start earning
- Tasks are usually quite short
- A decent refer a friend scheme
Cons
- Fewer mystery shops compared to rival apps
- May need pre-task surveys
Field Agent
Are you looking to make some extra money in your free time? Well, there’s an app for that.
There are plenty of money-making opportunities, but it is often difficult to find out those that are worthwhile, those that take far too much effort, and those that are just scams.
In my never-ending search for new ways to make money so that I could finally leave my day job, I have downloaded and reviewed several money-making apps. Some have been far better than others, but I had heard good things about Field Agent. So I decided to sign up and see if I could start planning my early retirement.
Now, I’m quite experienced when it comes to mystery shopping (you can see my post on how to become a mystery shopper), so I had high expectations of this app.
What is Field Agent UK?
Field Agent is primarily a mystery shopping app. If a company wants to know how they’re performing, they’ll ask Field Agent to send members of the public out to test their services. And for completing these tasks, Field Agent will pay you a fee.
Is Field Agent safe?
The Field Agent app belongs to a company called Field Agent UK Limited. This is a company based in London and was incorporated in May 2017. They operate in countries across the globe and after four years as a customer, I have never had any issues with the app.
How does Field Agent work?
Signing up is a simple process. You provide your name, date of birth, gender and email address. You also need to provide your postcode so that they can match you with jobs in your local area. There are a few more questions, such as whether you drink, smoke, have pets, etc. You then have to complete a simple Agent Training survey and you then wait for the jobs to roll in.
Jobs generally involve you completing one or more of the following
- An audit of the store you’re visiting
- Taking photos – including in and outside of the store
- Trying food and drink
- Checking prices
There are some unpaid tasks available. These usually involve just answering a few short questions and for your time, you’ll be entered into a prize draw. Your answers may also mean you are eligible for future mystery shopping tasks.
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Is it just mystery shopping?
Essentially, yes. However, most mystery shopping sites require you to pass tests before taking jobs. You also need to read through large amounts of information before a job commences and sometimes complete long reports when one finishes. Field Agent UK is a much more condensed and simpler process.
Are there many jobs available?
Unfortunately, not in my area. I waited for a couple of weeks and nothing appeared. The only message I received allowed me to complete a survey for a chance to win £100, but that was all. I do live in a smallish town though, so it wasn’t totally unexpected. You should see plenty of jobs available if you live in a major town or city.
How much can you earn with Field Agent UK?
The jobs I saw available paid £5, seemed fairly simple to complete and should be done within 20 minutes. That means the pay is equivalent to £15 per hour.
How are you paid?
When you have money in your Field Agent account, you can withdraw using PayPal or send the funds directly to your bank account.
Field Agent referral scheme
One helpful feature that many money-making apps have is the ability to refer friends using a unique link. By doing this, you’ll earn a small incentive. In the case of Field Agent, your referral code will earn you 10% of what your friend earns, up to £10.
My Field Agent UK review conclusion
So, is Field Agent UK worth it?
Here’s the blunt truth. If you live in a city or large town, it’s definitely worth installing. The tasks are quick, the pay is fair, and it’s one of the easier mystery shopping apps to use.
If you live somewhere smaller, don’t get your hopes up. If nothing appears within the first few weeks, that’s usually a sign it’s not going to improve.
My advice is simple. Sign up, leave the app installed, and check it occasionally. Best case, you earn easy money while shopping anyway. Worst case, you delete it and move on. No harm done.
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