I was invited to participate in an automotive research and evaluation with Davis Research LLC at the Pasadena Convention Center, and it was a genuinely great experience. Everything was well organized from start to finish--parking was taken care of, snacks were provided, and a fair compensation for your time. All was clear and seamless. The ladies at registration- they were very sweet and welcoming! Thanks for the cake!!! As someone who enjoys cars, being able to contribute feedback to real research and development made the experience especially rewarding. I also appreciated the opportunity to have a one-on-one conversation with the members of one of the brand's research team (my favorite car brand *wink*), which for me was the real icing on the cake, actually - the cherry on top - I was really super happy with that. Overall, it was engaging, efficient, and respectful of participants' time. I truly enjoyed taking part and would be more than happy to participate again in the future read more

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Was solicited to do a short survey for an Amazon gift card thinking it light be another scam or waste of time. Received the gift card code a day or two later. So it was legit! Then I was invited for an in person panel for my opinions on vehicles. They offered good money for a reasonable amount of my time and not to far a drive to participate. Got paid that evening! Again, very legit. The people at the company were super nice and the moderators were polite and very professional.all around positive use of my time. This was an excellent experience. Nice that some of these focus group types are still very legitimate. read more

Here is how things work: one day I received a mail about a survey, indicating that I am selected because of the car that I drove. Being a cautious person, I back searched the sender of the mail (which is Davis Research) which looks legitimate. It provides a website which asks me a lot of questions. At the end it gives me a $25 gift card for participating (which was promised in the mail). OK, so they did not ask my sensitive info like SSN, and only asked email to send gift card. So it is likely legitimate. After that, I received a phone call (who say they are from Davis Research) saying that I am selected to participate in a in-person survey, with some monetary compensation. I said OK and went to this address and attended a 90 minute panel discussion (which by the way is pretty fun) and got the check onsite. Overall it is a pretty fun experience. But the takeaway is that this is legitimate market research business to get real customer opinion. As an engineer, I understand how hard it is to get real customer feedback so I value this kind of thing a lot. So when you receive a mail from Davis Research, probably don't throw it away immediately. Give them a phone call. It will give you a unique experience you won't have on daily basis. read more

I worked with Davis on a market research project in Sept 2025 as a panelist. They were great - expectations were set of what the project would entail, how I should contribute, and what the compensation and time requirements were. In a world of sometimes suspect "market research" groups, Davis is 100% legit. Recommended! read more

I first got an email from Davis Research to complete a survey; I did so and received an Amazon gift card for my participation. I was then invited to participate at an in-person research study and did that as well. This research company is LEGIT. They were organized, honest, and IMHO very good at what they do. From my understanding they are an independent research company that gets hired by very big name brands to conduct unbiased product research and provide their findings to these A class brands that hire them. It was a great experience being part of a consumer study with David Research and would not hesitate to do it again. read more

This was a really fun research study to take part in, they reached out to me through text and I took a short survey online, which they paid me for regardless of whether I qualified for the actual study or not but I'm my case I did qualify for it and they reached out to me after I gave them my details and we set up a day and time at a well known local business that had the product I was going to test and experience. The staff were all very friendly and the study took only 90 minutes and at the end of that I was paid an additional amount for my time. I definitely recommend taking advantage of being part of this companies research since it will help companies make their products more to a consumers liking. read more

I was surprised at how well this interaction went. But, I don't often take surveys, so maybe it's normal to have such great communication? On the initial pass I received an Amazon credit for $15; on the 2nd phase I was promised a $150 Amazon credit which came a couple of days after. Good stuff! read more

Legitimate Automotive Focus Group. I received a $10 Amazon card for filling out a short automotive survey. They contacted me for a focus group and I received $275 the same night--at the end of the session. They provided snacks, drinks and parking validation . This business is out of Calabasas however, the focus group I attended was in Irvine, CA read more

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Bill Davis and his team at Davis Research provide legitimate old-school market research for his clients around the country. Based on my experience, they are professional, pleasant, and efficient. There are no sales pitches, marketing presentations or mentions of any specific brands. Initially, I received a letter inviting me to answer a brief survey relating to a recent auto purchase. I think there were about 6-7 questions, and it took me a solid minute to answer them online. In return, I received a $15 amazon gift card. The last question on the survey was whether I would be interested in participating in an in-person onsite paid research study in my town in the weeks ahead. I agreed. The in-person study took place in a small purpose-built warehouse not far from my home. Inside, there were several vehicles that were under development and not yet on the market. The vehicles were wrapped to mask the manufacturer(s) and many other details. We worked one-on-one with a survey-taker who asked a series of questions about the vehicles. The entire process took about 75 minutes. At the end of the study, they asked me a few basic, non-intrusive questions about my recent car purchase, thanked me for my participation, and handed me a check for attending the session. I enjoyed it. Later that day, one of the Davis staffers who I had met sent me a text message inviting me to participate in a follow-up focus group session the next day at the same place. I agreed. There were several of us on our panel, working with two very talented and friendly moderators and several techs. The focus group session lasted 3 hours, and we were filmed the entire time so that the moderators (who were drafting the final report) would not have to take notes as the session was fast-paced. Unlike the prior day, we were asked much more detailed and specific questions about the vehicles, our use requirements and preferences, what we liked and disliked, and what worked and didn't work. Everyone involved in the process -- the Davis staff, the moderators, the other panelists, and the techs -- were terrific, personable, intelligent, interesting, articulate and kind. The entire experience was very enjoyable. At the end of the focus group, we were thanked once more and handed another check for our time. My biggest fear, in even responding to the original letter to answer the initial short survey, was that this was a scam. It is not. It was a professionally staged market research project by a reputable firm conducted for paying clients. read more

I received a letter in the mail, asking me to complete a quick survey for an Amazon gift card, I completed the survey and received the gift card. I then received an email that stated I qualified for a 5 day diary study for financial compensation, as I was I completing the diary study, I received a phone call stating that they extended the timeframe to complete the study. They told me what I had completed and what needed to be completed. They had also sent an email to let me know about the increased compensation to complete the study. When I turned in that study, They mailed a physical check which arrived in 2 business days. I then received an email to ask if I would be interested in a home study, for additional compensation. I agreed and then the following week, 3 research specialists came to my house, respected my house rules (removed their shoes) and had a 3 hour conversation with me. It went so well, that when we were finished, I forgot that I was being compensated until one of the specialists handed me the check! I had a really great experience with this company and do not mind being on the list to engage with future studies with them. read more

This is a wonderful company with great staff! i completed and returned the initial questionnaire, and was chosen for a research project. The research methodology used was interesting, and kept me highly engaged throughout the entire process. Davis Research is not a scam. I was selected and compensated for my time. I enjoyed it tremendously. read more

Legit $10 survey! Got a random survey request in the mail. I did not request it or anything, but assuming they got info from the dealership. Checked it out on Yelp and saw lots of positive ratings, so gave it a go. Was a short survey around car purchasing. After completed, it took 10 days to get the email with the Amazon gift card. Glad I did it! read more

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I was first contacted via email about some survey and i was hesitant to answer it for fear of being scammed but they are legit, They are very professional and respect your privacy. They will value your opinion and compensate you time. Very reputable company. read more

Fantastic experience with Davis Research. Did a focus group for a little over 2 hours, and was paid as promised. Met Mr Davis, very friendly guy. The study itself was enjoyable, and I would participate again if eligible. read more

This business is legitimate. At first, I received a latter in the mail to participate in a quick survey for minivan users for $10 Amazon gift card and I received the digital gift card shortly after I completed the survey! Then a few days letter I received a follow up letter and an email to conduct in person focus group research on minivan users and get paid $250. I thought I'd give it a try since their office is really close to my work and the time slot they provided was right after work so I went. This was my first time being at a focus group environment so I didn't know what to expect but after my experience, I had to say their staff was super friendly, they provided food snacks and parking validation. The meeting was interactive and fun, the other people participating were all minivan users so we had fun comparing our opinions and thoughts. No marketing or sales pitches, it was almost like a group project discussion back in college so I had a great time and the best thing is that we got a check at the end of it! I will definitely be interested in more of these focus group research, thank you for having me! This is the one in the Dallas area thru Fieldwork. read more

I received an invitation by mail for potential participation in a focus group. I thought it was a scam. After doing a lot of internet reviewing of this company, I decided it was the real deal. I was picked for a focus group to take place at their Irvine office. They are legit! The staff and president of the company could not have been more accomidating to us. THEY need to teach this level of service and professionalism to businesses that have public interaction. It was a great experience and I would tell anyone that is contacted by them to apply for the focus group they receive an invitation for. It was a great experience. read more

I felt important for able to voice my opinions and experiences with the product I've purchased in a small focus group setting and be able to hear different users experiences also! Felt like a lucky pick! Looking forward to any future assistance to Davis Research! read more

Davis Research LLC is a legitimate marketing research company. They conducted the focus group with professionalism and class. If they offered a reward, it's legit. No scam involved. read more

( Update - A few days after the post below I received the $10 Amazon gift card email, so I am upgrading my post. ) I completed the Davis Research online survey for ( drivers of 2020 Ford F150 ) on DEC 27, 2023. The Davis Res. hook was getting a $10 Amazon or $10 Starbucks gift card for completing the online survey. As of today FEB 21, 2024 no gift card, seems like I was scammed and wasted my time doing the 10 minute survey. Next time I receive a US Mail letter asking me to do a Davis Research survey I will not waste my time...! read more

Update: It took awhile but the appreciation gift card was eventually received after 2 weeks of completing the survey. Thanks! Since it's a voluntary survey, it's one of those "fill out if you feel like it". Since there's no real service provided, at this time I cannot provide higher rating other than neutral/3 stars. They did follow through on the gift card, so that was nice on their part. read more

I was skeptical about their survey. But I answered all the questions, none of which asked for personal info. I received my Amazon gift card as promised and have since spent it. Very easy process, I hope they contact me again for my opinion. read more

I participated in a focus group that was facilitated by Davis research. I found the experience to be a good one. They were extremely professional, knowledgeable, and kept their word. They adhered to the timeframe and they were nice enough to provide food and snacks. It was a good experience. read more

Had an enjoyable experience participating in a recent Prius focus group study by Davis Research. It was a small group, well organized and the participants were able to share lessons and insights about their new Prius that were helpful to us all. read more

I participated in a Davis Research study last month and was throughly impressed. I did a brief at home questionnaire and received a digital Amazon Gift card within a week. They reached out to me a few days later and asked me to participate in a in-person focus group on the same topic which only took about 2 hours of my time, and I was compensated $500. This was easy and great! read more

This was a very pleasant experience to be part of a focus group that bought a similar item as I had done. It was very interesting to hear what their opinions were and how mine fitted in the overall picture. I actually learned some things that I did not know about my product. Therefore, the value of the experience is even greater than expected. The interviewer was experienced and gave good instructions and really listened to what all participants had to say. I absolutely would want to be part of the next focus group. The financial reward at the end was also highly appreciated. read more

I recently was approached via email by Davis Research for an auto survey. I honestly never participate but I was bored that day and decided to fill out a quick 5-minute online survey in exchange for a $10 Starbucks. I did it and I quickly received my $10 gift card. Then I received an invitation to take a longer survey for possible selection into a research group. Likewise, since they paid the $10 so quick, I wanted to help out ... I eventually was selected for a the actual research and EVERYTHING ran smoothly from coordination to the actual research and I received $250 the SAME DAY for participating. Glad I decided to answer the original post. Trust these guys, it is legit. I now will be keeping an eye out for future research opportunities. read more

Great company, interesting projects. Overall excellent experience. Would definitely recommend participating.

Participated in an in-person automotive research just yesterday and came to rate my experience 5-stars right away. I was a bit apprehensive at first because there's so many ways for scams nowadays. But I assure y'all, Davis Research is legitimate! And if you get picked to participate, you're lucky. Their set-up was extremely impressive and everyone was professional and nice. They adhered to covid restrictions and perhaps this helps the study run more smoothly since people weren't bumping into each other. My main contact was Nick and he responded to my questions right away, so he made this a smooth process. I ended up getting my gift card (for answering a brief survey) and check (for participating in the actual research). I don't know why the person below is complaining about not receiving their gift card right away. The survey doesn't take up much of your time. read more

I participated in a car research study on weekend getaways and packing while traveling. I thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience from beginning to end. The team was very polite, professional, friendly and full of good questions for me. Based on the questions, I learned a lot from the team as well. Nice meeting everyone. read more

I recently attended a focus group with Davis Research and was impressed with the level of professionalism they had when interviewing us. They were great with including all members of the focus group and ensuring that everyone could give their opinion without feeling the effects of "groupthink." Refreshments were provided by Davis Research and they made every attempt to have us be as comfortable as possible. While coming into contact with them seemed like a scam, some quick internet research showed that they weren't too good to be true and were a legitimate company. If any of you have received the invitation by mail to participate in the survey and focus group, I would recommend you consider attending. For those that get selected for the focus group, the money is real and everything worked out great with the company. read more

I had an opportunity to work with this AMAZING research group. I received a letter in the mail that said I was eligible for an upcoming panel in my area. SWEET!! How lucky am I? Even if I was not selected I would get a $10 gift card to Amazon for my time. I completed a short survey, said my prayer and waited a few days. Then BAAM I was picked. They are located out in Calabasas. But here is the cool thing, they out source some groups to a variety of cities. You don't have to go out to Calabasas. Even if I had to go there I would since I have family out there. Jackie was my contact. We communicated via email a few times. We confirmed my appointment over the phone. I guess they want to make sure your a real person. Jackie works well into the evening. On the day of my appointment a Davis Rep greeted me. He was a Davis himself. Super friendly guy. So during the panal your in a small group. Everything is recorded, filmed and people observe you from behind a mirror. Don't forget to wave. They ask questions, show you pictures and pick your brain for a couple of hours. They even feed you. Then when you leave your check is waiting. If you have a chance to work with them, do it. It pays pretty good for a few hours. My father has also worked with Davis and is a fan of their focus groups. Thumbs up Davis Family. read more

Hard to believe, but this business is legit. I took the survey and got my $20 Amazon gift card a week or 2 later. Easy money and I felt like I was giving valuable feedback that could somehow possibly improve our completely dysfunctional quasi monopoly called Southern California Edison. read more

I participated in a review 3 months ago and NEVER received the $20 gift card which was promised for my time. I even sent an email to follow up and was ignored. Baiting people will get you a bad review. Very unprofessional. What a scam. read more

Absolutely legitimate interview opportunity. After receiving my letter and logging in to complete the survey, I did get my $5 Amazon card. I was contacted via email and we arranged for the team to meet with me for the two hour interview. The folks that showed were extremely polite, professional, and the interviewer was very clear in what was going to happen. We spent about 2hrs and 15 min talking about not only audio equipment and how it is used in my home but also why (entertaining with friends, watching movies, etc...). I can definitely understand why people think this is 'too good to be true' but it was a very good use of time as it was actually pretty thought provoking about 'why' audio is a part of our house. I would recommend this to anyone approached about the opportunity to be interviewed. If you're not sure, ask them. They were very open about the info they're looking for. read more

I was apprehensive about doing a survey/research study but the project manager was thorough and made the experience easy and fruitful. Very well compensated for my time. read more

I did a automotive research focus group with Davis about a month ago. At first I thought I was being scammed, but this team is really great at facilitating group research. Their directions were clear and their staff were reachable at all times. Facilities they used were very clean and comfortable. While I felt like some lines of questions tried to lead me to answers, I didn't ever feel like I was being forced to say anything I wouldn't have. read more

The focus group I participated in was very professional and well run. I did wonder when I first signed up if it was a scam but I assure you it was not. I was part of a mock trial and it was a very interesting case. The time seemed to fly by and I wished it would have been longer because there was still a lot of discussion going on within our group. They were very attentive to our time and ended on time. The Amazon gift card was sent to me via email the next business day after my focus group! I hope they ask me to participate again! read more

I had a good experience with Davis Research. They were representing a car manufacturer, and the study was completed in my living room with two of my friends and me (all getting paid). The facilitator asked us lots of questions to help the car manufacturers learn why we chose our cars and what we were interested in. We talked and laughed and it really was enjoyable. And we each got a check! And we also feel like we contributed to some aspects of the future cars! read more

Very reliable. Everything they said they did. Trustworthy. Very professional. Everyone was super nice and appreciative of my participation . On time and paid you as you left. I would have like to come back the next day but I had an appointment I had to keep. read more

Davis Research LLC was awesome to work with! I highly recommend! I received an invitation in the mail for possible paid participation in a study. I was hesitant at first because it sounded "too good to be true" "easy money" etc. I did some internet sleuthing: looked over their website and read some reviews, sounded legitimate so I followed through with the invitation. I'm so glad I gave the idea a chance. The study was a really unique opportunity and such a fun experience! The entire Davis Research Team was professional, friendly and easy to work with. Cool people, fun time, and checks cashed. Thanks so much for the opportunity! read more