Pulled Coffee vs Starbucks Rewards
Starbucks Rewards is the most downloaded coffee loyalty app in the world. Pulled Coffee is the first app that pays you real money at any coffee shop. Here is the difference.
| Feature | Pulled Coffee | Starbucks Rewards |
|---|---|---|
| Works at | Any cafe, tea house, boba shop | Starbucks locations only |
| Reward type | Real cash via PayPal | Stars redeemable for Starbucks drinks |
| Earn potential | Up to $18,510/year | ~$50 value per year in free drinks |
| Specialty shops | Full directory with ratings | N/A |
| Challenges | GPS-verified, fixed payouts | Buy X get Y free |
| Free trial | 14 days, no credit card | Free tier available |
Starbucks Rewards has been devalued twice in the last five years. What used to require 150 stars for a free drink now requires 200. The value of your loyalty decreases as the program grows. That is by design.
Pulled Coffee pays in US dollars deposited to your PayPal. The payout is fixed. Complete Explorer 30 and you receive $50. Complete Pulled 300 and you receive $10,000. The amounts do not change based on how many other users are in the program.
Starbucks Rewards only works at Starbucks. If you discover an independent roaster that makes better coffee, your loyalty points stay with the chain. Pulled works at any cafe, tea house, boba shop, or matcha bar on earth. No partnerships required.
The math is straightforward. Starbucks gives you roughly $50 per year in free drinks if you drink there daily. Pulled Coffee can pay you up to $18,510 per year in cash. The gap is not close.
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Join the WaitlistFrequently Asked Questions
Does Pulled work at Starbucks?
Yes. Pulled works at any coffee shop including Starbucks. Starbucks check-ins count toward the Explorer 30 and Daily 50 challenges. Independent specialty shops count toward all challenges.
Can I use both Starbucks Rewards and Pulled at the same time?
Yes. They are separate apps. You can earn Starbucks Stars at Starbucks while also earning Pulled rewards for the same visit.
Is Pulled real money?
Yes. Payouts are deposited directly to your PayPal account. Minimum withdrawal is $25.
Why does Pulled pay more than Starbucks Rewards?
Pulled is a subscription app. Your subscription fee funds the reward pool. Starbucks Rewards is funded by Starbucks, which keeps payouts modest by design.