KickBack Points vs Paramount NOW
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
KickBack Points
Track your loyalty points and rewards from participating merchants. Easily find nearby locations and view your transaction history to maximize your earnings and plan your next reward.
- Displays current points total
- Recent transaction history
- Find participating merchants
- Search locations by city, state, or zip
- Enroll your card
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KickBack® Points Earn. Enroll. Spend. Stay on top of your KickBack Points with the KickBack Points app! This dynamic app for iPhone® and iPad® keeps track of your transactions as well as the number of KickBack Points earned every time you make a purchase at a participating merchant. Plus, the handy KB locator enables you to find participating KickBack merchants across the country, along with information for each KickBack location. Plot your next road trip. Plan your next purchase. Reward yourself with the KickBack Points app. Features: * Displays current points total * Recent history of KickBack Points transactions * KB locator * Search by city, state, or zip * Enroll your card
Paramount NOW
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Paramount NOW: Your City, Simplified Take control of your city experience with Paramount NOW, the official mobile app for the City of Paramount! Paramount NOW puts the power of city services right in your pocket. Report a concern, request a service, and track progress – all within few taps. Whether it's a pothole needing repair, graffiti removal, or a parking concern, Paramount NOW makes it easier than ever to connect with your city government. Here's how Paramount NOW empowers you: Report Issues Quickly: See a problem? Snap a picture, add a description, and submit a service request directly from the app. From street lights to playground issues, we have every request covered. Track Progress: Stay informed with real-time updates on the status of your requests. Follow along as your concern is addressed and celebrate when it's resolved! Find Services Information: Looking to pay your water bill or submit a permit application? Paramount Now redirects you to the information you need at the palm of your hand! Multilingual Support: Paramount NOW is available in multiple languages, ensuring everyone in our community has equal access to city services. Simple. Convenient. Efficient. Paramount NOW is your one-stop shop for connecting with your city. Download the app today and experience the Paramount difference! Available in English, Spanish, and [Add additional languages here] Disclaimer: This is NOT a 24/7 system and will operate only during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM PST). If the issue you are having is after hours, please contact the Paramount Substation at (562)-220-2002. If this is an emergency, please dial 911. City of Paramount
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Paramount NOW at every 6 weeks against KickBack Points's every 5 months. KickBack Points's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
KickBack Points ships an update every 5 months, Paramount NOW every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | KickBack Points | Paramount NOW |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (40 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 30.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 40 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 109 MB | 212 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | KickBack Points, L.L.C. | City of Paramount |
Bugs and requests
KickBack Points
Reported bugs
39 issues- App doesn't open
- Points not accurate
- Contests not working
- Cannot opt-in to offers
- Cannot contact support
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- Fantasy points not updating
- No points received
- App crashes
- App won't load
- Screen stays black
- Cannot log in
- Forgot PIN not working
- Cannot reset PIN
- Keyboard covers submit button
- Interface vanishes
- Numeric keyboard covers buttons
- Cannot enter card number
- Cannot submit card number
- App is defective
- Submit button placement issue
- App doesn't work half the time
- Cannot check balance or club status
- Fantasy football won't load
- Server error
- App freezes on first screen
- Card number checking takes too long
- Cannot swipe keyboard away
- Error on submitting numbers
- Cannot see typed information
- App has zero response to customers
- Bug fixes not implemented
- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices
- App doesn't work past PIN screen
- PIN is not valid
- App requires PIN with no help
- App doesn't find stations by GPS
- App requires manual location entry
- Screeching noise with headphones
Requested features
11 requests- Integrate Touch ID
- Integrate Passbook
- Barcode function for scanning
- Wallet option
- Use virtual card at pump
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- Email or text when win reward
- Dark mode option
- Advanced analytics dashboard
- Add card to Apple Wallet
- Open based on location
- Integration with Apple Pay
Paramount NOW
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
KickBack Points
No in-app purchases
Paramount NOW
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is KickBack Points free?
Is Paramount NOW free?
Do KickBack Points or Paramount NOW have ads?
Which is updated more often, KickBack Points or Paramount NOW?
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