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Overview

PINCHme has a rating of 3.58 stars from 962 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with PINCHme most frequently mention new products, free samples, and full size. PINCHme ranks 4th among Free Stuff sites.

  • Service
    389
  • Value
    402
  • Shipping
    389
  • Returns
    136
  • Quality
    391
Positive reviews (last 12 months): 84.9%
Positive
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Neutral
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What reviewers want you to know

Positive highlights

  • This site is great and I never miss my sample Tuesday.
  • And most aren't little samples they are full size products, so you guys definitely need to check I t out

Critical highlights

  • There is no feedback to fill out, so I assume the sample boxes were not sent out.
  • Also, they pressure you to take quizzes to win other sample boxes, which I never win either.
How would you rate PINCHme?
Top Positive Review

“My Package Arrived Finally - Better Late Than Never”

Hannah G.
2/19/24

Received my package after almost 3 months of qualifying for the products and ordering them - better late than never, I guess 🙂 All free products I qualified for were in the package, which was impressive considering the long processing time.They'd also included some free magazines.I'd almost forgot about my shipment when it finally showed up.If you don't mind the long waiting time and tedious process to qualify for / receive products 'Pinch Me' is a legit site to get a wide variety of freebies.I'm now eager to apply for more and receive my next shipment. (Hopefully sooner this time.)

Top Critical Review

“I used to love pinchme but...”

Kris M.
2/6/24

Since they've changed their whole system around, it's been so horrible trying to get some free samples. I have two that are pending but you need to earn like 600 coins to be able to ship the package off. Earning points requires you to go to these other offers and signing up for all their crap. I think it's ridiculous now and just not worth the time or effort of trying to get products to test like my mini Carmex. I'll just go buy some, surely it's less stressful than to put all the information about myself on all these different websites just to earn coins. Ridiculous!

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Thumbnail of user carih40
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 23rd, 2023

I have been a part of the PINCHme community for a few years now. Although I liked the old platform better, PINCHme allows me to try new exciting products and experiences. Thank you!

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All samples.

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Thumbnail of user jenniferw3408
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 23rd, 2023

I've been a member of PinchMe for several years now. When I qualify, I receive good samples from them. Now, you do have to apply for any sample and then you get an email to claim the sample. I regularly regularly miss out on getting the samples because they're all gone before I see the email to claim my sample. I keep trying though.

Thumbnail of user gonzacla018
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 23rd, 2023

Takes some time but you get free stuff and it's the good stuff that are worth waiting for so I totally recommend it

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Thumbnail of user hannahg501
2 reviews
4 helpful votes
February 19th, 2024

Received my package after almost 3 months of qualifying for the products and ordering them - better late than never, I guess 🙂 All free products I qualified for were in the package, which was impressive considering the long processing time.They'd also included some free magazines.I'd almost forgot about my shipment when it finally showed up.If you don't mind the long waiting time and tedious process to qualify for / receive products 'Pinch Me' is a legit site to get a wide variety of freebies.I'm now eager to apply for more and receive my next shipment. (Hopefully sooner this time.)

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Thumbnail of user deannaw43
1 review
2 helpful votes
September 19th, 2019

I really enjoy Pinchme because of the free products and coupons. I love the anticipation of the next box as well. I get so excited when i see my pinchme box in the mail box

Thumbnail of user karak161
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 23rd, 2023
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I've been a member of PINCHme for years, I want to say like 5 or 6 years. I have received everything from candy to skincare to technology to makeup and so on. I see a lot of these bad reviews mention the way the system has changed, and that's true, which is frustrating so I did remove a star for that. However, I'm not sure how many legs we have to stand on in regards to completely free products. I'm not sure what people expect, but you'll be hard pressed to find an online free sample site that does not have a bajillion surveys and ads and emails and opt-ins. We're all just here for the free stuff, and it's pretty entitled to expect more or better items when you have never paid so much as shipping or taxes. Be real. Set your expectations at a reasonable level. You will receive more samples and coupons than full sized items, which is not unusual or a scam.

That being said, if the people for PINCHme are reading this, it is clear that the loyal reviewers you already have are unsatisfied, and we miss the old system/program. If possible, returning to the old format would stop you from losing clients and receiving more bad reviews.

Thumbnail of user jenniferc1120
1 review
0 helpful votes
November 18th, 2019

It took a while to get decent samples, but once you get the hang of it, you will receive good samples and great coupons. The secret is to access your sample box on Tuesdays as soon as they become available, and always leave your reviews in a timely manner.

Thumbnail of user nancyb810
1 review
1 helpful vote
September 19th, 2019

I enjoy pinch me. I love all the free samples im eligible for. I just wish it was easier to reach out to someone about the review process. I have with no response

Thumbnail of user brookeb102
1 review
1 helpful vote
September 20th, 2019

I think pinchme is awesome. I have gotten a lot of great samples for free. I have also gotten several free magazines. This is the best site for free samples.

Thumbnail of user mtlgoddess
1 review
0 helpful votes
September 5th, 2023

Pinch Me has the best samples but you don't get everything and sometimes they send stuff you don't apply for or the bright pink boxes are broke into. Wish they would just go by profile once a month instead of the constant re applying per sample which is excessive and not paid attention to. If you don't mind that eventually you'll get the samples

Tip for consumers:
they are slow to send the samples. boxes can be broke into with shipping. constant applying is a pain.

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cat food, cosmetics, pain relief, food, samples

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Thumbnail of user natalieh713
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 23rd, 2023

I have been with pinch me about 5 years and have received great beauty and home samples from New brands and old brands i already like. Easy to sign up for and they send you samples when you match. I wish they shipped faster but that's my only complaint.

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Thumbnail of user cheyennev2
1 review
0 helpful votes
September 20th, 2019

I like the samples I get. I don't always like the kind of samples, but I like that I'm getting them.

Thumbnail of user denedam
1 review
3 helpful votes
September 20th, 2019

If your looking for the new deals and want to test or try them before spending your own money this is the best site. But they are pretty slow at sending the products, so don't be surprise when you claim your next month samples n still haven't received the ones before yet. Other than that they are great!

Thumbnail of user marthar1165
1 review
0 helpful votes
September 6th, 2023

I gave 4 stars because you have to apply to get the free items. I liked the way it was before where one would automatically just get the items. Now, you have to qualify to get the free items and I am not sure why or what makes one qualify or not. So far I have only qualified once! I am hoping I get more chances to try different items and brands.

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I got free face mask a hydration mask.

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Thumbnail of user hannahw536
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 28th, 2023

PinchMe offers excellent samples, but you have to be lucky enough to qualify which doesn't seem to be very easy. The samples that I've been lucky enough to receive have been decent in size so you can actually tell if you like the product. I wish the qualifying process would become easier, but overall PinchMe does a wonderful job and it's always exciting to receive a PinchMe box.

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Moroccanoil Protect and Prevent Spray, Moroccanoil Perfect Defense, Eva NYC Brass to Sass Leave-in Conditioner, Eva NYC Hair Therapy Mask, Bausch & Lomb Biotrue Hydration Boost Eye Drops, Compeed Advanced Blister Care, Delectables Squeeze Up, Delectables Bisque, Delectables Stew, Glad Trash Bags, Aveeno Body Wash, Boiron Sleep Calm Tablets and Laffy Taffy.

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Thumbnail of user juanitag26
1 review
0 helpful votes
September 22nd, 2019

I am a member of Pinchme and let me tell you for your review you get free products to test and try for your self, now doesn't that sound awesome. The products range from food to household goods to personal care, I mean how can you go wrong getting hair dye or granola bars. I would highly recommend that you sign up today and get started receiving your very own Pinchme box packed full of goodies that all you got to do is leave your honest review for.

Thumbnail of user wendied1
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 7th, 2019

Wish samples were more consistent and not given to same people ever month. Instead let the rest of us have a chance to get something. Sick of seeing people bragging about getting 4 or 5 or 6 samples every month, the same people makes me feel like I am doing something wrong

Thumbnail of user amandam210
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
July 12th, 2017

Love pinch me even I get samples to try. My only problem is their site is a bit slow when writing review's and sometimes you get coupons for hard to find items. I've had 21 samples since I stared in November 2016. Sure you don't always qualify for samples, but be patient. And remember to update your profiles. Oh and we definitely need a pinch Me app :)

Thumbnail of user angelab2906
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
August 23rd, 2023

I really like PinchMe because it is a real website where you can actually receive free samples in the mail. You won't receive a box of free samples every month but the sample boxes are awesome when you do receive them and again, completely free. You don't even have to pay for shipping! I highly recommend PinchMe for all your free samples.

Tip for consumers:
PinchMe is a great website to get always free samples as well as free shipping.

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I've been mailed samples of face masks, shampoo and conditioner, hair masks, different great quality makeup, different face and body cleansers, etc.

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Thumbnail of user michellel382
1 review
15 helpful votes
September 1st, 2018

I made the 300 tokens via surveys to get a box but I don't see anywhere on the site where I can redeem them.

Thumbnail of user cassiep24
1 review
0 helpful votes
September 19th, 2019

Love love love pinch me, get to try new products that probably wouldn't of... this website is great all u do to sign up is make a profile, which is easy and leave reviews on the products u receive... they have a sample Tuesday once a month which is when u see if u meet the requirements for such samples. Soo easy, fun and free

Thumbnail of user joym132
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
September 19th, 2019

Oh i love receiving and trying samples from Pinchme. Some are trail size and some are full size or even a coupon to get the product yourself

Thumbnail of user smilineyes83
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
August 23rd, 2023

I have been a PINCHme member for several months. The only things I don't like are that you are not guaranteed the samples you want and it takes forever to receive what samples you do get. Other than that, they have a variety of samples and really good bonuses. Just make sure you do the feedback surveys.

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Make up, snacks, hygiene products, cat and dog food/snacks and everything else I received

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Thumbnail of user tazmiaf1
1 review
0 helpful votes
September 19th, 2019

I love PinchMe. I can't remember how I found this website but I am SO happy I did. I've found so many different products that I would've never tried or known about had it not been for this website. The only issue I've faced is wanting to complete a review on time while waiting for the product. This doesn't happen often and when it does there are things in place to handle this. I love the variety of the samples and the fact that with most samples you receive a coupon to purchase product, which is usually valid for the remainder of the year. PinchMe is amazing.

Thumbnail of user megank98
1 review
0 helpful votes
September 19th, 2019

For about a year I've been getting wonderful free samples *******@PINCHme. What I don't use personally, I share with family and friends. We have all been introduced to products we otherwise would know nothing about.

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