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big comp wins

Hi, was just reading about some of the big prizes people have won. Tell me, are these free entry competitions, or are there a lot of people out there who do the slogan comps.

I'm just curious, as I never really thought the free entry comps were worth bothering with (although you obviously stand a better chance of winning if you enter!)

Bur I always thought the slogan ones gave you a better chance coz there was less entrants and a bit of skill involved.

Comments please and good luck

Comments

  • cg1982
    cg1982 Posts: 8,961 Forumite
    yes there defenitly worth entering but some sites can be dodgy and spam you this site is brilliant all free comps..

    if it help just look at the winners pictures thread at the top of this i won i won i won .
    also look at peaples writing in signitures under where they post
    heres mine for this month
    january wins= vodkat party kit.x2 st heller stuff, lush bathbomb,lush pink thing x2 lush soap x2 , shower gel x2, big snap 2,nikawax product,amazon voucher,spongebob goodies, £100.00 drunk comp,Lipstick Jungle lipgloss,
  • cagneyfan
    cagneyfan Posts: 378 Forumite
    were your competitions free entries? I often enter the loose women and this morning ones but I honestly never really think I'll win. I did used to enter a lot of slogan ones a few years back and won a ew things: playstation, limited edition spice girls picture, a bike etc
  • cookinmummy
    cookinmummy Posts: 4,245 Forumite
    By slogans do you mean the 'caption' type comps? I dont do those - only because I dont think I'm witty enough:rolleyes::D.

    I do the comps on here that are free to enter and am very happy with my wins. You have to be in it to win it. Less people enter the caption comps, so your odds of winning are definitely increased. Good Luck :)
  • haynrich
    haynrich Posts: 954 Forumite
    i have never paid to enter a comp... all free just enter email etc..... and i have to date my biggest win a huge wedding dress 495.00 and a 32" widescreen tv 500 ish. plus loads of other bits. you have to be in it to win it
    1. Tv2. Mobile phone3. Holiday/ break UK4. Ipad5. Cash or vouchers6. Toys7. Something for the kitchen8. beauty items/make up9. Hamper10. games console11. A huge unexpected suprise
  • I've never done a slogan/caption comp really if thats what you're talking about. I've never paid to enter one aside from the odd text. My biggest win was from a photo entry comp (£2000 cash) so more effort required there. I think these comps are def. worth the effort!

    Saying that we have had a couple of v. decent wins just from entering our details, like a centerparcs win of £1000 worth of vouchers, so it is definitely possible.
    2008-2011: £23k of wins :eek:
    2011 best win: my wedding ring :o
    2012 best win so far: iPad 2!!!! Holiday to Austria (given to family member) :j also £100 & 2 wine cases
    Thank you so much, all posters :beer:
  • cagneyfan
    cagneyfan Posts: 378 Forumite
    By slogans do you mean the 'caption' type comps? I dont do those - only because I dont think I'm witty enough:rolleyes::D.

    I do the comps on here that are free to enter and am very happy with my wins. You have to be in it to win it. Less people enter the caption comps, so your odds of winning are definitely increased. Good Luck :)

    Yes, the caption type of comps is what I used to do. I didn't think I was witty enough either, but once you start things pop into your head. You find yourself trying to think of words that rhyme etc! I was nowhere near as good as the pro's, but I did win a few things. People used to say, 'I never win anything' but when I asked if they entered them, they said 'no'!!

    I used to win a few things, but you have to enter a lot and regularly. People just think you win loads but they don't realise that for every comp you win you have probably entered several competitions
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