I Tested 3 NEW Gaming Reward Apps.. Are They Worth It? (2026 Review)
- Vince
- 6 days ago
- 3 min read
Testing Three Reward Apps in One Session
In this session, I decided to test three different reward-based apps back to back so I could get a clear feel for how each one behaves in real use. Rather than jumping between days or mixing results, I wanted everything done under the same conditions so the differences stood out naturally. All of this testing was done from Australia, which is important because availability and values can change a lot depending on where you’re located. The goal here wasn’t to rush anything, but to actually spend time inside each app and see how they operate once you get past the first few screens.
How XCoin Works and What’s Available in Australia
With XCoin, the first thing I looked at was how the app is set up when you open it for the first time. Everything runs on its own in-app currency, and right away you can see what options are available for withdrawals in Australia. Some regions get different categories, so I made a point of only showing what’s actually visible on my screen. What stood out to me was the mix of options available here compared to what’s missing, which is something I’ve noticed with a lot of apps lately. It’s one of those cases where location really does matter.
Playtime Rewards, Offer Walls, and Surveys on XCoin
Most of my time inside XCoin was spent looking at the different ways you can earn the in-app currency. I tested a mix of casual games, surveys, and offer walls to see how they compare. There was a promotion running at the time, which made some options look more appealing than they normally would. Without that boost, a lot of the values felt pretty average to me. The offer walls, especially the larger ones, show very high figures on the surface, but once you dig into the requirements, it’s clear they’re built around long-term progression rather than quick completion. I also checked the surveys available here and compared them to what I usually see locally, which helped put everything into perspective.
Classic Bubble Lucky Shooter Gameplay and Ad Frequency
Classic Bubble Lucky Shooter is where the ad experience really became impossible to ignore. From the moment I started playing, ads were showing up constantly, no matter what I was doing in the app. The gameplay itself is very simple and honestly not bad to look at, but the interruptions are relentless. You’re hit with ads during gameplay, in menus, after levels, and even when trying to collect basic rewards. I spent enough time playing to see how this feels over longer sessions, and for me, it quickly crossed the line from annoying to frustrating. That’s really the defining feature of this app more than anything else.
Jackpot Merge Gameplay and Progression Overview
Jackpot Merge follows the usual merge-style format where you drop items, combine them, and keep building upwards. It’s straightforward and easy to understand, and compared to the previous app, the ad pressure is slightly toned down, though still very present. Progression is slow and repetitive, but that’s expected with this style of game. I didn’t run into any real difficulty, mostly because the game gives you enough tools to keep things moving. Like the others, it relies heavily on ads to push progression forward, so what you see early on is pretty much what you get the whole way through.
Final Thoughts on Time, Effort, and Overall Experience
After spending time with all three apps, the biggest takeaway for me is how much your experience depends on location and how much time you’re willing to put in. None of these apps hide what they are once you actually use them for a while. Some are more tolerable than others, especially when it comes to ads, but overall, the value just didn’t stand out to me here in Australia. As always, I’m not telling anyone what to do. I’m just showing exactly what I saw and how it played out for me so you can decide whether any of this looks worth your time.
