BzzAgent - Free samples to test (merged)

df03

YAY:j mine has just arrived, anyone fancy a cuppa??

I am shocked at the speed of the delivery of these items, usually take weeks.

richwood_2

I noticed these earlier appearing on ebay so decided to email bzz myslef. I myself missd out on this offer.

I will keep you all informed of any reply

nickmack

anta wrote: »

shame that some of us couldn't even sign up for this offer, while others sell them on eBay

I'm 99% sure this person got it free, today.. from Bzz agent... While lots of serious Bzz agents still waiting for any invitations for trials..

Yes, the timing suggests this could well be someone who got it from Bzz today. I guess they won't be able to complete their reports (honestly) because they won't be able to test the product.

Very frustrating for genuine Bzz members who missed out on this campaign, I wonder how (and if) Bzz deal with these people?

anta

Tiggerlilly wrote: »

I'm afraid there are always going to be mercenary people out there, who will use a system. I am genuinely sorry you missed out. if you feel strongly about the one listed on ebay perhaps you should contact Bzz and let them know as they may investigate and eject that person from further Bzz activity, therfore leaving space on future campaigns for genuine Bzzagents like yourself.

No, I didn't miss out (still didn't get it, but joined campaign succesfully), but I saw lots of posts that people couldn't join it as it was full already.
I don't think Bzz office can do anything against this, unless the person used the same screename for Bzzagent and eBay. Also, it's too difficult to prove he/she got it from Bzzagent (i'm pretty sure if you ask the seller where he/she got this from, you'll get the answer 'it was an unwanted gift').

anta

nickmack wrote: »

Yes, the timing suggests this could well be someone who got it from Bzz today. I guess they won't be able to complete their reports (honestly) because they won't be able to test the product.

Very frustrating for genuine Bzz members who missed out on this campaign, I wonder how (and if) Bzz deal with these people?

I can understand when people sells coupons from their kits but the main product you need to test?

nickmack

From the Bzz FAQ:

What is a pest?
A pest is an Agent that tries to take advantage of the BzzAgent system. They do this by creating multiple accounts, creating fake BzzReports, selling product on eBay and pulling other sneaky tricks to try to fake our system. The worse part is that these dishonest Agents can end up taking programme slots that honest BzzAgents could be occupying. To make things better for all sincere members of our community, we work hard to identify and remove all unscrupulous Agents.
How do I know if I am a pest?
In simplest terms, if you are, you'll be hearing from us. But as long as you're an honest Agent you have nothing to worry about.

babs

I'm 99% sure this person got it free, today.. from Bzz agent... While lots of serious Bzz agents still waiting for any invitations for trials..

Thats terrible, especially as they got it as a freebie! I think its outrageous to sell the cashback coupons as well. I would gladly send anyone one and cover the postage myself as an incentive to buy the machine.

Thats what we have joined up for isn't it? We want good products to test and free things, but we need to keep our side of the deal as well and promote the product if possible.

f1re_cr4cker

i used to reply to the BzzReports and very little happens to pests its incredibly annoying...

isthatreduced

Maybe if the pods weren't so expensive people would hang on to them (£2.99 for 8 cappuccino:eek: )

princessmoneysaver

I don't think they are are more expensive than having a proper cup of coffee, I have a Tassimo which I love but I usually get the 4 for £10 offer in supermarkets maybe these will be on a similar price/offer?