I tried Zest, formerly Blockreward, to see if its surveys and offers are worth your time. It is legit, and the threshold is low, but the rewards are very low. Below is what I found, and which sites I recommend instead.
Legit, but not worth your time
Surveys and offers from a $1 threshold, but surveys paid only around $0.10 to $0.30 when I tested. Specific countries only.
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The short answer
Zest is legit. You can really earn rewards from it, and the lowest threshold is only $1.
But it offers very low rewards. Surveys paid only around $0.10 to $0.30 when I tested, there are not a lot of them, and offers take time. In my opinion, Zest is not worth your time. There are better options out there.
- Offers a decent number of earning opportunities
- Low threshold: from $1, depending on the reward
- PayPal, crypto and gift cards
- Mobile-friendly dashboard without pop-up ads
- Offers low rewards
- Not a lot of surveys, and no reward when you are screened out
- Its browser extension is not available anymore
- Only available in specific countries
- Not always accepting new members
My experience with Zest
I signed up for Zest, answered surveys and looked at the offers and payout options. This is what I tested, and what I did not test.
- First tested
- November 2024Review first published Nov 5, 2024
- Latest retest
- Checked: surveys, offers, payouts
- Pay per survey
- 100 to 300 pointsAround $0.10 to $0.30 when I tested
- Surveys available
- Not a lotHard to earn regularly
- Signing up and completing the profile questions
- Paid surveys, including screen-outs
- The paid offers
- The dashboard on desktop and on a phone
- The payout options screen
- A payout. My review does not show a cashout from Zest.
- The Chrome extension. It has been removed from the Chrome Web Store.
Screenshots from my test
These screenshots show the payout options, the mobile dashboard and the countries Zest accepts. They are not payment proof: my review does not show a cashout from Zest.
What I saw when I tested
Zest at a glance
| What it is | GPT site. Previously called Blockreward. |
|---|---|
| Cost to join | Free |
| Ways to earn | Paid surveys, paid offers, referrals |
| Pay per survey | 100 to 300 points (around $0.10 to $0.30) when I tested. It varies by country. |
| Point value | 1,000 Zest Points = $1 |
| Minimum cashout | Depends on the reward. The lowest is $1. |
| Payout methods | PayPal, crypto and gift cards |
| App | No app. The dashboard is optimized for mobile. |
| Where you can join | Specific countries only, such as the US, the UK, Switzerland, Canada, Denmark and Finland |
| Support | Help section, and support requests through the Help page |
Is Zest legit and safe?
Yes, Zest is legit, because you can really earn rewards from it. But the fact that it is legit doesn’t automatically make it a site that is worth your time. Here is what you should know.
- Very low rewards
Surveys paid around $0.10 to $0.30 when I tested. Paid offers usually pay less than surveys, and the ones that pay more take a long time to finish. So even with a low threshold, it takes quite some time before you can redeem a reward.
- No reward when you are screened out
If you are disqualified from a survey, you are sent back to Zest with a “Survey screenout” message, and you do not earn anything. There are also not a lot of surveys available.
- Its Chrome extension was removed
Zest used to have a Chrome extension for answering surveys. It has been removed from the Chrome Web Store, and I’m not sure why. In my experience, extensions disappear when they violate the web store’s terms, or when the developer pulls them.
- Specific countries only, and no VPN
If your country is not on its list, the site tells you it is not available in your region. If you try a VPN, Zest detects it and declines your registration. It is also not always accepting new members.
My takeIn my opinion, Zest is not worth your time. If your goal is to earn rewards online, there are better options out there. It offers very low rewards, and this site simply doesn’t provide enough good reasons for you to sign up for it.
Zest pays very low rewards. The top sites in your country give you better ways to earn.
See the best sites in your countryHow you earn on Zest
There are 3 ways to earn. Paid offers are the one you can earn from regularly. Tap one to read more.
Paid surveys100–300 points each
Log in, click the Earn section and hit Surveys. Complete your profile questions first, and Zest shows the surveys that match your profile. Choose a survey and click Start. A new tab opens on the survey website. Do not use the back or forward buttons in your browser.
If you complete the survey, you return to Zest with a “Survey completed” message and get your points. If you are screened out, you do not earn anything.
There are not a lot of surveys available, so it’s quite hard to earn regularly from them.
Paid offersUsually less than surveys
Offers are short tasks, such as downloading mobile apps or games, watching videos and signing up for free trials. Click an offer and read the instructions. If you miss one step, you won’t earn the reward.
They are usually quite easy, but they take more time than surveys. This is the opportunity that lets you earn regularly.
Referral programNot clearly stated
Share your referral link. When someone signs up through it, they become your referral. They must meet a certain condition before you both get the referral bonus. Zest is not clear on the details. Personally, it is not something I would recommend to my friends.
How much can you make?
It depends on how much time you are willing to invest, and survey rates vary from country to country. When I tested the site, surveys paid 100 to 300 reward points, which is only around $0.10 to $0.30. That is quite a low rate, in my opinion. The rates in your country might be lower or higher, but they won’t be too far off.
Paid offers usually pay less than surveys. The offers that pay more usually take a long time to finish, so you are not earning efficiently.
Overall, I consider its earning potential to be very low. That is the main reason why it’s not something I would recommend to my friends.
Payout methods and minimum
| Method | Minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| PayPal | Depends on the reward | PayPal cash |
| Crypto | Depends on the reward | Various cryptocurrencies |
| Gift cards | Depends on the reward | Various gift cards |
1,000 Zest Points equal $1. The lowest threshold available is $1, which is quite low, in my opinion. But with rewards this low, it still takes quite some time before you can redeem anything.
If you want more sites with an easy payout system, see the top sites that pay via PayPal.
Zest alternatives I have tested
| Site | Best for | Min. cashout | My rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| PrizeRebel | Surveys, tasks and offers, with a very low threshold | $5 PayPal; some gift cards from $2 | 4.8 / 5 |
| Prime Opinion | Surveys only, high pay per survey | $5 or $10, by country | 4.6 / 5 |
| Swagbucks | Many daily ways to earn, one of the biggest GPT sites | About $5 PayPal; gift cards from 100 SB | 4.3 / 5 |
| Freecash | Offers and games, next to surveys | $5 | 4.2 / 5 |
See the best survey and GPT sites in your country. They all have significantly better earning potential than Zest, and you will find a site you can join wherever you live.
How I scored Zest
I use the same 100-point system for every platform. See how I test and rate.
Zest scores 44 out of 100. I recommend these sites before Zest.
See the best sites in your countryZest FAQ
Is Zest a scam?
No. Zest is a legit GPT site that rewards you for answering surveys and completing offers. But the rewards are very low.
Is Zest the same as Blockreward?
Yes. Zest used to be called Blockreward.
How much does Zest pay per survey?
When I tested it, 100 to 300 points per survey, which is around $0.10 to $0.30. It varies by country.
What is the minimum payout?
It depends on the reward you choose. The lowest threshold is $1. 1,000 Zest Points equal $1.
How does Zest pay?
Through PayPal, crypto or gift cards.
Which countries can join Zest?
Only specific countries, such as the US, the UK, Switzerland, Canada, Denmark and Finland. A VPN will not work: Zest detects it and declines your registration.
Does Zest have an app?
No. But the dashboard is optimized for mobile, so you can use it on your phone.
Why can’t I sign up?
Zest is not always accepting new members. If it says sign-up is disabled, try again later.
Who tested Zest for this review
If you have any comments, questions, or experiences with Zest, I would love to hear from you in a comment below.