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Looking for Paid Market Research Groups or Online Studies in the UK? Here’s How to Join Safely and Get Paid

If you’ve searched for “paid market research groups near me”, “paid research online”, or “how to join a paid focus group in the UK”, you’re not alone. Thousands of people across the UK take part in paid market research every year, earning anywhere from £20 to £150 per session just by sharing their opinions.

At PeopleSight, we connect real people with genuine research opportunities, online and in-person, in cities like London, Manchester, Birmingham, and beyond. No scams, no pyramid schemes. Just interesting research sessions run by reputable brands, researchers, and agencies.

What Is Paid Market Research?

Paid Market research is when companies or researchers pay you to take part in studies that help them improve products, services, or ideas. You don’t need any special qualifications unless otherwise stated in the invite sent to you, we need just honest opinions and real-life experiences.

You might be asked to:

  • ✅ Join a focus group (a discussion with 4 to 8 people).
  • ✅ Take part in a 1-to-1 interview (often over Zoom).
  • ✅ Test a new product or app.
  • ✅ Record a video diary about your habits or opinions.
  • ✅ Complete a survey (less common for higher incentives.

The best part? You get paid for your time, typically by bank transfer, PayPal, or voucher.

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Online vs In-Person Research—What’s the Difference?

Online research is the most common these days. It’s convenient, safe, and easy to join from anywhere in the UK. All you need is a phone, tablet, or computer with a decent internet connection.

In-person research still happens, especially in places like:

  • ✅ London
  • ✅ Manchester
  • ✅ Birmingham
  • ✅ Leeds
  • ✅ Glasgow

You might be asked to attend a session at a local viewing facility, cafe, or even in a shopper testing location. These sessions often pay more than online ones.

Paid Research Groups in the UK

How to Spot Legitimate Research Opportunities

There are a few golden rules:

You should never have to pay to join

You’ll be asked to complete a screener to check your fit

You’ll always be paid after the session, not before

You should be told what the research is about (in general), how long it’ll take, and what you’ll earn

At PeopleSight, we only work with legitimate research clients and clearly communicate all the details up front. You’ll never be left wondering what’s going on.

Who Can Join Paid Research Groups?

You don’t need to be a professional or have a flashy job. We recruit people from all walks of life, including:

Parents and carers

Students and graduates

Business owners and employees

Retirees

People with health conditions or lived experiences

Shoppers, travellers, commuters - you name it

How to Join Our Research Panel and Start Earning

We make it easy to get started.

✅ Step 1: Complete our sign-up form here (takes 2 minutes)
✅ Step 2: You’ll be added to our UK participant database
✅ Step 3: When we have a study that matches your profile, we’ll invite you to apply
✅ Step 4: If selected, we’ll send you full details and confirm your spot
✅ Step 5: After you take part, we’ll send your payment - fast

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FAQ

Got Questions? We Have Answers!

It depends on the session. Online interviews usually pay £30 to £60. In-person groups can pay £80 to £150.

 No, it’s casual, one-off participation. You don’t have to commit to anything long term.

That depends on your profile and the type of studies we’re running. Some people get several invites a month, others a few a year.

Yes. We follow strict UK GDPR and ICO guidelines. Your data is never sold or used for marketing.

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