There's an old Greek saying I've just recalled.. a terrible translation of that would be:
"Better 5 in the hand, than 10 and waiting.."
It basically means it's better to get just $5 directly in your pocket instantly, than having to wait to be credited $10.. mainly cause it leaves less room for fraud transactions, crossed deadlines.. etc.
So, it's always better if we can earn more, but it's even better to get paid on time even if the amount is less.
At least it's still profitable plus they keep on paying, so the program is still on the positive side.
The saying goes back when Greece still used Drachma as a currency.
It's not exactly a relevant case but it came to me so I had to share it..