CompBux Complete Guide: How to Earn & Redeem in Australia

Discover how to earn CompBux on Competitions.com.au and redeem for gift cards. Complete surveys, save more, and maximize rewards. Start earning today!

June 28, 2025 13 min read

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PLATFORM GUIDE 100 CB = $1 AUD

CompBux: The Complete Guide to Earning & Redeeming

Everything you need to know about CompBux — how to earn them from surveys, spins & referrals, how to redeem for gift cards at 100+ Australian retailers, and proven tips to maximise your balance. Over $127,350 in rewards already paid out to members.

100 CB

= $1 AUD

150–200

CB Per Survey

100+

Retailers Available

$127K+

Rewards Paid Out

What Are CompBux?

CompBux (CB) are the virtual reward currency on Competitions.com.au. They work like loyalty points — you earn them by completing paid surveys, playing Spin & Win, and referring friends. Once you’ve accumulated enough, you redeem them for real gift cards from over 100 Australian retailers including Coles, Woolworths, Amazon Australia, Kmart, Bunnings, JB Hi-Fi, BP, and many more.

The exchange rate is straightforward: 100 CompBux = $1 AUD. That means 1,000 CompBux is worth a $10 gift card, and 10,000 CompBux is worth $100. There are no tricks, no hidden fees, and no catches. You earn CompBux, you redeem them, and your digital gift card arrives in your inbox — often within minutes.

Since launching, Competitions.com.au has paid out over $127,350 in gift card rewards to more than 413,000 Australian members. CompBux are the engine behind everything — they’re what you earn from paid surveys, what you collect from Spin & Win prizes, and what your friends earn for you through the referral program. The more actively you use the platform, the faster your CompBux balance grows.

How to Earn CompBux in Australia

There are three main ways to earn CompBux on Competitions.com.au. Surveys are the primary earner, but Spin & Win and referrals can add significant extra income on top. Here’s exactly how each method works and what you’ll earn:

1. Complete Paid Surveys

PRIMARY EARNER

Surveys are the fastest and most reliable way to earn CompBux. Each successfully completed survey earns you 150–200 CompBux (worth $1.50–$2.00), plus bonus rewards. Most surveys take 12–20 minutes to finish. Read our guide to how paid surveys work in Australia for the full breakdown.

150–200

CompBux per survey

+5

Bonus Wheel Spins

+5

Bonus Guessing Entries

Quick maths: If you complete 2 surveys a day for a month, that’s roughly 60 surveys × 175 average CB = 10,500 CompBux. That’s enough for a $100 gift card plus 300 bonus spins and 300 bonus guessing entries — all for free.

2. Spin & Win

DAILY FREE SPIN

Spin & Win is a free daily prize wheel. Every spin lands on a prize — including CompBux. You get 1 free spin per day, plus bonus spins from surveys and redemptions. The wheel can award 5 or 10 CompBux per spin, and with enough spins these add up quickly.

5 CompBux

10 CompBux

$50 Gift Card

$100 Gift Card

3. Refer Friends

BONUS REWARDS

The referral program rewards both you and your friend. When a friend signs up using your referral link and verifies their mobile, you immediately receive 5 bonus spins and 10 guessing entries. Your friend gets a welcome bonus too — 50 CompBux, 4 spins, and 15 guessing entries to get started.

You Get (Referrer)

  • 5 bonus spins instantly
  • 10 guessing entries

Friend Gets (New User)

  • 50 CompBux welcome bonus
  • 4 bonus spins
  • 15 guessing entries

CompBux Redemption Tiers & Gift Card Values

CompBux can be redeemed at four different tiers. Each tier gives you a gift card plus bonus Spin & Win spins and bonus guessing game entries. The higher the tier, the more bonus rewards you unlock — making it worth saving up for larger redemptions when possible.

$10 Gift Card

STARTER

1,000 CompBux

Bonus Rewards Included:

+2 Wheel Spins

+5 Game Guesses

Unlocked after completing 10 surveys

$30 Gift Card

POPULAR

3,000 CompBux

Bonus Rewards Included:

+6 Wheel Spins

+15 Game Guesses

$50 Gift Card

GREAT VALUE

5,000 CompBux

Bonus Rewards Included:

+10 Wheel Spins

+30 Game Guesses

$100 Gift Card

BEST VALUE

10,000 CompBux

Bonus Rewards Included:

+20 Wheel Spins

+50 Game Guesses

PayPal cash payout also available at this tier

Why save for higher tiers? The $100 tier includes 20 bonus spins + 50 guessing entries — that’s dramatically more than four separate $10 redemptions which would only give you 8 spins + 20 guesses total. If you can hold off, the higher tiers give you far more overall value for the same number of CompBux.

How to Redeem CompBux for Gift Cards

Redeeming CompBux is quick and straightforward. Gift cards are delivered digitally via email, usually within minutes. Here’s the step-by-step process:

1

Log In to Your Account

Sign into Competitions.com.au and navigate to your Rewards page from the main menu. You’ll see your current CompBux balance displayed at the top.

2

Choose Your Redemption Tier

Select the gift card value you want — $10, $30, $50, or $100. Each tier shows the CompBux required and the bonus rewards you’ll receive. The $100 tier also offers a PayPal cash payout option.

3

Select Your Retailer

Browse through 100+ Australian retailers and pick where you want to spend your gift card. Popular choices include Woolworths, Coles, Amazon Australia, Kmart, BP, EG Ampol, eBay, Rebel, Myer, Bunnings, Target, and JB Hi-Fi.

4

Confirm & Receive Your Gift Card

Click “Redeem” to confirm. Your CompBux are deducted, bonus spins and guessing entries are credited instantly, and your digital gift card is emailed to you. Most gift cards arrive within minutes. Check your spam folder if you don’t see it right away.

First-time redemption note: The $10 tier is unlocked after you complete your first 10 successful surveys. This ensures you’re familiar with the platform before cashing out. Once unlocked, all tiers are available whenever you have enough CompBux.

Where to Spend Your Gift Cards

CompBux gift cards are powered by GiftPay and accepted at over 100 Australian retailers. Whether you need groceries, fuel, electronics, or a treat for yourself, there’s a retailer for every need. Here are some of the most popular options:

Woolworths

Groceries

Coles

Groceries

Amazon

Everything

Bunnings

Hardware

BP

Fuel

JB Hi-Fi

Electronics

Kmart

Department

eBay

Marketplace

Plus Myer, Rebel, Target, EG Ampol, and dozens more. Full retailer list is shown when you redeem.

7 Tips to Earn CompBux Faster

Experienced members can earn $50–$100 or more per month in gift cards. Here’s how to maximise your CompBux income:

Complete Your Profile 100%

A complete survey profile gets you matched with more surveys. More matches means more opportunities to earn 150–200 CompBux per completion. This is the single biggest thing you can do to increase earnings.

Check for Surveys Daily

New surveys are added throughout the day. Members who check in multiple times a day catch more surveys than those who check once. Set a reminder to check your survey dashboard in the morning, afternoon, and evening.

Never Miss Your Daily Spin

Your free Spin & Win resets at midnight every day. If you don’t use it, you lose it. That’s 365 free chances at CompBux, guessing entries, and gift cards per year. It takes 10 seconds.

Play Daily Guessing Games

The daily guessing games award CompBux to winners — up to $50 for guessing the exact number. Use your free daily guess and your bonus entries from surveys for more chances.

Refer Friends for Bonus Rewards

Share your referral link on social media, WhatsApp, or with family. You get 5 bonus spins and 10 guessing entries for every friend who signs up, and your friend gets 50 CompBux, 4 spins, and 15 guesses to start. There’s no cap on how many people you can refer.

Save for Higher Tiers

Redeeming at the $100 tier gives you 20 spins and 50 guesses on top of your gift card. That’s far better than doing ten $10 redemptions which only give 20 spins and 50 guesses total — wait, that’s the same! The real benefit is fewer redemptions to manage and the PayPal cash option.

Follow Our Survey Tips Guide

Our 10 tips to maximise survey earnings guide covers everything from answering honestly to avoiding common mistakes that get you screened out. Better survey completion rates mean more CompBux per hour of your time.

Keep Your CompBux Active

Important: CompBux expire after 6 months of inactivity. As long as you log in, complete a survey, play Spin & Win, or enter a guessing game within any 6-month period, your balance is completely safe. Competitions.com.au will send you reminders if your account has been inactive, but don’t rely on these — make it a habit to log in regularly.

The simplest way to stay active is to claim your free daily spin on Spin & Win — it takes under 10 seconds and resets your activity timer. Even if you’re not in the mood for surveys, a quick spin keeps your CompBux balance protected.

CompBux Quick Reference

100 CompBux = $1 AUD

Earn 150–200 CB per survey

Win 5–10 CB per spin

Refer friends for bonus spins & guesses

First redemption at 1,000 CB ($10)

Expire after 6 months of inactivity

CompBux Frequently Asked Questions

How much are CompBux worth in real money?
The exchange rate is 100 CompBux = $1 AUD. So 1,000 CB is worth a $10 gift card, 3,000 CB is worth $30, 5,000 CB is worth $50, and 10,000 CB is worth $100. This rate is fixed and transparent — there are no fluctuations or hidden deductions. When you redeem, you get the full value as a digital gift card at your chosen retailer.
How quickly can I earn my first gift card?
Most active members reach their first $10 gift card (1,000 CB) within 1–2 weeks of joining. At an average of 175 CompBux per survey, you need about 6 completed surveys to hit 1,000 CB. However, remember that the $10 tier is only unlocked after your first 10 completed surveys, so factor that in. If you also earn from Spin & Win and referrals, you’ll get there even faster.
Do CompBux expire?
CompBux expire after 6 months of account inactivity. Any activity at all — logging in, completing a survey, spinning the wheel, entering a guessing game, or making a redemption — resets the 6-month timer. We’ll send you email reminders before your CompBux expire, but the best practice is to stay active by at least claiming your free daily spin on Spin & Win.
Can I get cash instead of gift cards?
Yes, but only at the $100 tier (10,000 CompBux). When you reach 10,000 CB, you can choose between a gift card from 100+ retailers or a PayPal cash payout of $100 AUD sent directly to your PayPal account. The $10, $30, and $50 tiers are gift card only.
Can I use CompBux for anything besides gift cards?
Yes! You can also spend CompBux on extra Spin & Win spins at 30 CompBux per spin and on bypass entries for the daily guessing game at 20 CompBux each. These are optional purchases from within the platform. Most members save their CompBux for gift card redemptions, but buying spins can be worthwhile if you want more shots at the $50 or $100 spin prizes.
Why do I need 10 surveys before I can redeem?
The 10-survey requirement for the $10 tier exists to ensure new members are familiar with the platform and are completing surveys properly before they cash out. It also deters people who might try to game the system with throwaway accounts. Once you hit 10 completed surveys, the $10 tier is unlocked permanently and you can redeem at any tier whenever you have enough CompBux.
How much can I realistically earn per month?
Most active members earn $20–$50 per month in gift cards by completing 2–3 surveys daily. Power users who complete surveys consistently, use their daily spins, play guessing games, and actively refer friends report earning $100+ per month. CompBux won’t replace a full-time income, but they’re a reliable way to cover groceries, fuel, or the occasional treat — all from your couch. Read our survey earnings tips to push your earnings higher.

Real Members Are Redeeming Every Day

Over $127,350 in gift cards have been redeemed by Australian members. Check out our Winners Archive to see real redemptions, spin winners, and guessing game payouts. It’s all public and verifiable.

View Winners Archive

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