There's nothing quite like the feeling of winning what you truly want. Sometimes a small prize, such as a pair of earrings or a small sum of money, makes life a little simpler and more fun.
Sweepstakes, however, require time to qualify. It's comforting to know that if you take the time to invest in this activity, you have a decent chance of winning.
Low-entry sweepstakes provide you with this opportunity. But how can you tell whether or not a contest is a low entry? Here are some easy ways to find out.
Duration of the contest
If a sweepstake has just recently been launched, it is considered a low entry. However, only time will tell how many people will really join. Before reviewing the number of entries, wait until the contest is just about to expire. You'll get a much better idea of how low entry a sweepstake is as it approaches its expiration date.
Likes, comments, shares, and retweets
Likes and comments are a sure indication of a contest's popularity. If a significant number of people have “liked” the contest, it's possible that they've also participated. Furthermore, “likes” and “comments” will cause a sweepstakes post to rise in the newsfeed, enabling more viewers to see and learn about it.
The contest's following grows as a result of shares and retweets. If only one person shares it, all of his or her peers and supporters will be able to participate in the contest. And a larger audience means more entries.
Tracking widgets
Some applications have a widget that displays the number of contest entries. To get a realistic figure, compare this number to the total number of entrants. Some contests allow each individual to enter multiple times.
The prize value
The value of the prize determines how “low-entry” a contest is. Many individuals, for example, would consider 600 entries to be high. However, for a major reward, such as an all-expense-paid trip to the Bahamas or a high-end sedan, this number of entrants is insignificant. If the prize is a smaller one, such as a gift card to a nearby restaurant, even 20 entrants can be regarded as high. Of course, if several prizes are available in the same contest, the chances of winning change significantly. If the reward is a new smartphone, 100-200 entries is a lot. However, if many other prizes are offered (such as an iTunes® gift card, earbuds, or portable speakers), it could be considered a low entry.
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