Get paid for your opinions

Australia's #1 Paid Focus Groups

What Is A Focus Group?

Ever wondered how brands decide which products or services to launch—or how they improve them?

That’s where we come in!

At Realtime Research, we recruit everyday Aussies to take part in paid market research for some of the country’s top brands.

One of the most popular ways to get involved is by joining a focus group—whether it’s an online focus group or an in-person focus group—where you’ll be invited to share your honest opinions in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

You’ll be part of a small group of 5 to 8 people, with a friendly and experienced researcher guiding the discussion in a casual, comfortable setting.

We also offer other paid research opportunities like taste tests, in-home product testing, and online panels.

And the best part? You get paid for your time!

How Do Our Paid Focus Groups Work?

Register with Realtime Research.
Receive and fill out the qualifying surveys.
If you're selected, we'll be in touch via SMS.
Attend the focus group & share your opinions.
Get paid!

Takes less than a minute. No commitments, just opportunities!

Our Current Paid Focus Groups

earn $140
Sydney CBD + Parramatta, 21 October 2026

In-Person Focus Group | Sydney, Parramatta

Your kind of crunch...
earn $210
Australia-wide, 23 October 2026

Online Focus Group + Pre-Task | Australia-wide

From catch-ups to downtime...
earn $100
NSW, WA, SA, VIC, & QLD, 26 October 2026

Online Focus Group | NSW, VIC, WA, SA, QLD

Love a grocery run?...
earn <$150
Australia-wide, 27 October 2026

Online Focus Group + Home Task OR Online Interview | Australia-Wide

Thinking about a change?...
earn $130
Melbourne, 28 October 2026

In-Person Focus Group | Melbourne

Different paths, valuable perspectives...
earn $100
Australia-wide, 22 October 2026

Online Focus Group | Australia-Wide

Looking for mature aged students...
earn $100
Australia-wide, 22 October 2026

Online Focus Group | Australia-Wide

Thinking of getting your post grad?...
earn $100
Australia-wide, 22 October 2026

Online Focus Group | Australia-Wide

Currently in University? ...
earn $100
Australia-Wide, 22 October 2026

Online Focus Group | Australia-Wide

Currently in Year 11 or 12? ...

Explore Our Other Projects

At Realtime Research, there are plenty of ways to get involved in paid market research across Australia. Here are some of our other project types:

Why Get Involved In A Focus Group?

Get Paid Real Money

We don’t work on a points-based system – you earn real money via cash, bank transfer (EFT) or e-voucher!

have an impact on brands

Your opinion can make big changes to products, services, advertising campaigns, apps and more.

no experience needed

You do not need any prior training or experience; all you need is your own thoughts and opinions.

casual & relaxed setting

All sessions are structured but informal. There’s no pressure—just be yourself and share your thoughts honestly.

Don't just take our word for it...

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Been with Realtime Research for a few months now and find that they are better than the others I've been with. Have been selected for a few projects already and would love to do more with them. They have a lot of projects to choose from on their website that can be an interest of. Found that each project is very organised and lots of communication and info given.
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