Gigs Simulator

Build your ideal side-income system. Drag gigs into the board to see your projected earnings.

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Gigs Build Simulator

Apps Library211 available
99designs
active
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Compete in design contests or get hired directly for logos, branding, web design, and packaging projects from global clients.
$25-$75/hrmedium
Acorns
passive
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Automatically invest your spare change by rounding up everyday purchases into a diversified portfolio — ideal for beginners building wealth passively.
PassiveBeginnereasy
AI Chatbot Builder
active
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Build custom AI chatbots and automation workflows for businesses, leveraging high demand for conversational AI solutions.
$30-$100/hrhard
AI Prompt Engineer
active
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Design prompt libraries and consult on AI integration for businesses — one of the fastest-growing freelance niches in tech.
$30-$120/hrhard
AI-Assisted Content Writer
active
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Combine AI tools with expert editing to produce high-quality B2B blog posts and marketing copy at scale.
$25-$75/hrmedium
Airbnb
semi-passive
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List a spare room or entire property to earn passive rental income from travelers in your area.
PassiveBeginnermedium
Airtasker
active
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Browse and bid on local tasks from cleaning and handyman work to deliveries, marketing, and admin — set your own price.
$15-$40/hrBeginnereasy
Alto
active
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Drive company-owned vehicles as a rideshare driver with W-2 employee benefits, tips, and no vehicle wear on your own car.
$18-$30/hrBeginnereasy
Amazon Flex
active
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Deliver Amazon packages along scheduled routes with predictable pay blocks ranging from $18 to $28 per hour.
$18-$28/hrBeginnereasy
Amazon KDP
passive
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Self-publish eBooks and paperbacks on Amazon's massive marketplace and earn up to 70% royalties on every sale with no upfront cost.
Passivemedium
Amazon Mechanical Turk
active
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Complete small online tasks like surveys, data labeling, and content moderation from anywhere with an internet connection.
$6-$15/hrBeginnereasy
Appen
active
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Help train AI models by labeling data, evaluating search results, and transcribing audio for top tech companies.
$10-$22/hrBeginnereasy
Appen
active
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Complete AI training tasks including voice recording, audio annotation, data labeling, and search evaluation. One of the largest AI data companies with projects in 70+ languages.
$10-$25/hrBeginnereasy
Arise
active
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Provide customer service for Fortune 500 companies from home via phone, chat, and email. Set your own schedule with 30-minute increments.
$12-$20/hrBeginnermedium
AttaPoll
active
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Complete short mobile surveys and earn cash directly to PayPal — surveys are typically 2-10 minutes and pay $0.20 to $2.00 each.
$3-$10/hrBeginnereasy
Babel Audio
active
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Get paid $17–60/hour to record conversations and voice prompts that train AI systems. Fully remote, set your own schedule, weekly payouts via PayPal or bank transfer.
$17-$60/hrBeginnereasy
Beehiiv
passive
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Build and monetize paid newsletters with Beehiiv's powerful publishing and subscriber management tools.
PassiveBeginnermedium
Belay
active
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Work remotely as a virtual assistant, bookkeeper, or social media manager for established businesses.
$15-$30/hrmedium
Bellhop
active
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Earn money as a mover helping people with local and long-distance moves. Flexible scheduling with competitive hourly pay.
$15-$25/hrBeginnermedium
Bluecrew
active
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Pick up W-2 staffing shifts in warehouses, events, and hospitality with benefits — get treated as an employee, not a contractor.
$14-$22/hrBeginnereasy
Booksy
active
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Use Booksy to manage bookings and attract new clients as a barber, stylist, or beauty professional.
$25-$80/hrBeginnermedium
Braintrust
active
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Join a decentralized talent network for high-paying tech freelance work with zero platform fees for talent.
$50-$150/hrhard
Branded Surveys
active
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Share your opinions with brands and earn up to $5 per survey with fast payouts via PayPal or gift cards.
$5-$12/hrBeginnereasy
Bungii
active
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Use your truck or SUV to deliver large items for retailers and individuals through Bungii's platform.
$18-$35/hrBeginnereasy
Callmart
active
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Set your own per-minute rate and get paid to talk on the phone — share advice, teach languages, consult, or just chat.
$10-$40/hrBeginnereasy
Cambly
active
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Get paid $12/hour to have casual English conversations with students worldwide via video chat. No teaching degree required — just be a native English speaker.
$10-$12/hrBeginnereasy
Capital One Shopping
passive
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Automatically find and apply coupon codes at checkout plus earn rewards on purchases at 30,000+ online stores.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Care.com
active
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Find babysitting, senior care, pet care, and housekeeping jobs near you with flexible scheduling and direct client pay.
$15-$30/hrBeginnereasy
Carvertise
passive
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Get paid to drive with brand ads on your car — Carvertise matches you with campaigns and pays monthly for your normal daily commute.
PassiveBeginnereasy
CashWalk
semi-passive
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Earn coins for every step you take throughout the day and redeem them for gift cards — the easiest way to get paid for walking.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Clickworker
active
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Complete micro-tasks including AI training data annotation, text creation, and web research from anywhere with flexible scheduling.
$7-$18/hrBeginnereasy
Cointiply
active
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Earn Bitcoin by completing surveys, watching videos, playing games, and completing offers. Cash out in BTC or Doge.
$3-$10/hrBeginnereasy
Concreit
passive
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Invest in real estate with as little as $1 — earn weekly dividends from professionally managed real estate debt portfolios.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Contently
active
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Get matched with enterprise brands for freelance writing, content strategy, and editorial projects. Premium pay for quality writers.
$25-$75/hrhard
Contra
active
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Find freelance projects with zero platform fees — Contra lets you keep 100% of your earnings on design, development, and marketing work.
$25-$100/hrmedium
Coursera
semi-passive
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Teach or create professional courses on Coursera and reach millions of learners worldwide.
$10-$40/hrmedium
DataAnnotation.tech
active
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Label and annotate training data for AI models. Tasks include text classification, image tagging, and content evaluation. Premium pay for coding tasks.
$20-$45/hrmedium
Deel
active
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Get hired by international companies with compliant contracts and receive instant payments through Deel's global platform.
$25-$100/hrmedium
DeliverThat
active
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Deliver catering orders from restaurants to businesses and events with higher pay per delivery than standard food delivery apps.
$18-$35/hrBeginnereasy
Depop
semi-passive
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Sell vintage and trendy clothing to Gen Z buyers on a social-first marketplace with built-in discovery features.
$10-$35/hrBeginnereasy
DistroKid
semi-passive
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Distribute your music to Spotify, Apple Music, and 150+ streaming platforms while keeping 100% of your royalties for just $22.99/year.
Passivemedium
Dolly
active
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Help people move furniture and large items using your truck or physical strength, earning $18-$35 per hour.
$18-$35/hrBeginnermedium
DoorDash
active
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Earn money delivering food from local restaurants to customers using your car, bike, or scooter with flexible scheduling and fast pay.
$15-$25/hrBeginnereasy
Dosh
passive
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Link your debit or credit card once and earn automatic cashback at thousands of partner stores and restaurants with zero effort.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Dribbble
active
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Showcase your design portfolio and find freelance design work from top companies looking for UI, branding, and illustration talent.
$30-$100/hrhard
Dumpling
active
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Build your own personal grocery shopping business with Dumpling, keeping your clients and setting your own rates.
$20-$40/hrBeginnermedium
eBay Reselling
active
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Buy low at thrift stores and garage sales, then resell items for profit on eBay's massive global marketplace.
$12-$40/hrBeginnermedium
ElevenLabs Voice Library
passive
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License your voice to the ElevenLabs Voice Library and earn passive royalties every time someone uses your AI voice clone. One-time recording, ongoing income.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Empower
active
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Keep 100% of your fares as a rideshare driver — Empower charges riders directly and takes zero commission from drivers.
$20-$35/hrBeginnereasy
Etsy
semi-passive
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Sell handmade goods, vintage items, and digital downloads to millions of buyers on the leading creative marketplace.
$10-$50/hrmedium
Evidation
semi-passive
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Earn points for healthy activities like walking, sleeping well, and logging meals, then cash out via direct deposit or gift cards.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Facebook Marketplace
active
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Sell used furniture, electronics, and household items to local buyers through Facebook's massive built-in audience with zero seller fees.
$10-$40/hrBeginnereasy
Fancy Hands
active
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Complete small virtual assistant tasks like scheduling, research, and data entry from anywhere on your own time.
$10-$18/hrBeginnereasy
Fetch Rewards
passive
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Snap a photo of any receipt to earn points redeemable for gift cards — no clipping coupons or pre-selecting offers needed.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Field Agent
active
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Earn money by completing retail audits, mystery shopping, and product reviews at local stores using your phone.
$7-$15/hrBeginnereasy
Fieldwork
active
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Participate in high-paying market research studies including taste tests, product evaluations, and in-facility focus groups paying $50-$200 per session.
$50-$200/hrBeginnereasy
Fiverr
active
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Sell freelance services in design, video editing, voiceovers, writing, and more to a global client base starting at $5.
$15-$60/hrmedium
FlexJobs
active
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Access hand-screened remote and freelance job listings across 50+ industries with no scams or ads.
$20-$80/hrmedium
FocusGroup.com
active
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Join paid focus groups and clinical trials paying $75-$200+ per session, with both in-person and online opportunities available nationwide.
$50-$150/hrBeginnereasy
Frayt
active
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Deliver large items, furniture, and commercial freight using your pickup truck or cargo van with high per-delivery payouts.
$25-$50/hrBeginnermedium
Freecash
active
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Earn by completing offers, surveys, and app signups with fast payouts via PayPal, crypto, or gift cards — one of the highest-paying GPT sites.
$5-$20/hrBeginnereasy
Fundrise
passive
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Invest in commercial real estate projects starting at $10 and earn quarterly dividends — one of the most popular real estate crowdfunding platforms.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Gain.gg
active
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Complete offers, surveys, and watch videos to earn points redeemable for PayPal cash, crypto, or gift cards with low cashout minimums.
$4-$12/hrBeginnereasy
Getaround
passive
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Rent out your car by the hour or day using smart lock technology — no key handoff needed. Earn passive income when you're not driving.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Ghost
passive
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Publish independent blogs and paid newsletters on Ghost's open-source platform with full control over your content and revenue.
PassiveBeginnermedium
GigSmart
active
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Find local shift-based gig work in hospitality, warehousing, events, and more — pick up shifts that fit your schedule.
$13-$25/hrBeginnereasy
Gigwalk
active
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Complete field verification tasks, store audits, and location-based micro-jobs using your smartphone. Quick tasks with flexible pay.
$8-$20/hrBeginnereasy
Gopuff
active
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Deliver convenience items and snacks from local micro-fulfillment centers with short-distance routes and fast turnaround.
$13-$22/hrBeginnereasy
GoShare
active
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Use your truck or van to deliver large items like furniture and appliances. High earning potential for vehicle owners.
$20-$45/hrBeginnermedium
GoTranscript
active
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Transcribe audio files at your own pace with per-minute pay and no fixed schedule, perfect for remote freelancers worldwide.
$8-$18/hrBeginnereasy
GreenPal
active
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Offer lawn care services through GreenPal, the Uber for lawn care that connects pros with local homeowners.
$25-$50/hrBeginnereasy
Groundfloor
passive
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Invest in short-term real estate loans starting at just $10 and earn 8-14% annual returns — a beginner-friendly alternative to traditional real estate investing.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Grubhub
active
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Deliver food orders with scheduled blocks and earn guaranteed minimum pay plus tips on every delivery.
$13-$22/hrBeginnereasy
Gumroad
semi-passive
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Sell digital products, courses, memberships, and creative work directly to your audience with simple storefront tools and instant payouts.
PassiveBeginnermedium
Handy (Angi)
active
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Get booked for cleaning or handyman jobs through the Angi Services platform with consistent local demand and weekly pay.
$22-$45/hrBeginnereasy
HealthyWage
semi-passive
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Bet on your own weight loss goals and win up to $10,000 in cash prizes — a unique way to get paid for getting healthier.
PassiveBeginnermedium
Honeygain
passive
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Earn passive income by sharing your unused internet bandwidth — just install the app and let it run in the background with zero effort.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Housekeeper.com
active
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Find house cleaning gigs in your area. Connect directly with homeowners seeking regular or one-time cleaning services.
$18-$35/hrBeginnereasy
Ibotta
passive
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Scan grocery receipts and link loyalty cards to earn cashback on everyday purchases you already make.
PassiveBeginnereasy
InboxDollars
semi-passive
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Earn real cash by watching videos, completing surveys, and reading promotional emails — no skills required to start earning immediately.
$3-$8/hrBeginnereasy
Indeed Flex
active
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Pick up temporary shifts in warehousing, hospitality, retail, and events with same-day pay and no long-term commitment.
$15-$28/hrBeginnereasy
Influee (UGC)
active
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Create authentic user-generated content like product demos and testimonials for top brands, earning $50–$500+ per video without needing a large following.
$25-$75/hrmedium
Instacart
active
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Shop and deliver groceries for customers in your area, choosing your own batches and earning tips on every order.
$14-$25/hrBeginnereasy
Instagram Creator
semi-passive
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Monetize your Instagram following through brand partnerships, affiliate marketing, Reels bonuses, and Instagram Shop.
$10-$100/hrmedium
Instawork
active
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Pick up flexible shifts in hospitality, warehousing, and events with no interview required and same-day pay options.
$15-$28/hrBeginnereasy
iTalki
active
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Teach your native language to students worldwide on your own schedule, setting your own rates as a community tutor or professional teacher.
$10-$50/hrBeginnereasy
Jobble
active
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Get matched with local event staffing, warehouse shifts, and promotional gigs based on your skills and availability.
$14-$25/hrBeginnereasy
JustAnswer
active
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Get paid to answer questions from people online in your area of expertise — law, medicine, tech, auto repair, and more. Top experts earn $2,000-$7,000/month.
$15-$50/hrmedium
JustAnswer
active
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Earn money answering questions in your field of expertise — law, medicine, tech, auto repair, and more. Work from anywhere on your schedule.
$15-$50/hrmedium
Kalshi
active
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Trade on real-world event outcomes — from Oscar winners to weather and economics. CFTC-regulated prediction market with real money payouts.
Passivehard
KashKick
semi-passive
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Earn cash by completing surveys, trying apps, and watching videos — payouts via PayPal with a low $10 minimum.
$3-$12/hrBeginnereasy
Lawn Love
active
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Offer lawn mowing, landscaping, and yard work services to homeowners in your area with the platform handling booking and payment.
$20-$45/hrBeginnereasy
LawnStarter
active
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Connect with homeowners needing lawn care and landscaping services through LawnStarter's marketplace.
$20-$45/hrBeginnereasy
Lemon Squeezy
semi-passive
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Sell digital products like templates, ebooks, software, and courses with built-in payment processing and delivery. Passive income potential.
PassiveBeginnermedium
Lemon8
active
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Create lifestyle content on Lemon8, TikTok's sister app, and earn through brand partnerships and the creator fund.
$5-$30/hrBeginnereasy
Lugg
active
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Help people move furniture and large items with Lugg, an on-demand moving platform that pairs you with a partner.
$20-$40/hrBeginnermedium
Lyft
active
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Earn money driving passengers with bonus zones, ride streaks, and consistent ride requests in metro areas.
$16-$28/hrBeginnereasy
Medium Partner Program
semi-passive
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Write articles and earn money based on reader engagement from Medium's 100M+ monthly audience — ideal for building a writing portfolio.
$5-$40/hrmedium
Meowtel
active
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Earn money as a cat sitter by offering in-home cat sitting visits. Cat-only platform with background-checked sitters.
$15-$30/hrBeginnereasy
Mercari
semi-passive
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Sell almost anything with a simple flat 10% fee and prepaid shipping labels — one of the easiest reselling platforms to get started.
$10-$30/hrBeginnereasy
Mistplay
semi-passive
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Play mobile games on Android and earn points redeemable for gift cards — a fun way for gamers to make extra cash in their spare time.
$2-$6/hrBeginnereasy
MobileXpression
passive
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Earn weekly gift cards by passively sharing anonymous mobile usage data — just install the app and collect rewards automatically.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Neighbor
passive
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Rent out unused space in your home, garage, or driveway for storage and earn passive monthly income.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Nextdoor
active
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Offer neighborhood services like lawn care, handyman work, pet care, and tutoring to nearby residents through the local community platform.
$15-$40/hrBeginnereasy
Nielsen Mobile Panel
passive
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Install the Nielsen app and earn up to $50 per year passively by sharing anonymous mobile usage data with a trusted research company.
PassiveBeginnereasy
OfferUp
active
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Sell used items locally or ship nationwide on one of the largest mobile-first marketplaces. Great for furniture, electronics, and household goods.
$10-$35/hrBeginnereasy
OpenSea
active
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The largest NFT marketplace — create, buy, and sell digital art, collectibles, and event-themed NFTs. Zero listing fees on most collections.
Passivehard
Outlier
active
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Train AI models through RLHF tasks including writing, coding evaluation, and data annotation. Higher pay for specialized skills.
$15-$40/hrmedium
Outschool
active
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Teach live online classes to kids aged 3-18 on any topic you're passionate about — from coding to art to history.
$20-$70/hrBeginnermedium
PaidViewpoint
active
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Complete short surveys and share your opinions for cash. Known for high completion rates and no disqualifications once you start a survey.
$5-$12/hrBeginnereasy
Papa
active
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Provide companionship and light assistance to seniors including errands, transportation, and conversation — a rewarding flexible gig.
$15-$22/hrBeginnereasy
Patreon
semi-passive
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Build a membership community around your content and earn recurring monthly income from fans who subscribe to your tiers.
Passivemedium
Pawns.app
passive
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Share your unused internet bandwidth for market research purposes and earn passive income with minimal setup and zero ongoing effort.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Pawshake
active
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Offer pet sitting, dog walking, and home visits in your neighborhood — an alternative to Rover with lower platform fees.
$12-$28/hrBeginnereasy
Payhip
passive
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Sell ebooks, courses, and digital downloads on Payhip with a 0% transaction fee plan and built-in marketing tools.
PassiveBeginnereasy
PeoplePerHour
active
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Offer freelance services in web development, SEO, copywriting, and marketing to UK and international clients with AI-matched projects.
$20-$80/hrmedium
Picoworkers
active
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Complete small online tasks like sign-ups, app downloads, data entry, and social media engagement for quick payouts.
$5-$15/hrBeginnereasy
Pinecone Research
active
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Join this exclusive invite-only survey panel paying $3-$5 per survey with opportunities to test new products before they hit the market.
$8-$15/hrBeginnereasy
PlaytestCloud
active
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Get paid to playtest unreleased mobile and PC games, providing feedback that helps developers improve gameplay before launch.
$14-$30/hrBeginnereasy
Podia
semi-passive
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Launch and sell online courses, memberships, and digital downloads from one all-in-one platform with no transaction fees.
$10-$80/hrBeginnermedium
Point Pickup
active
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Deliver groceries and packages for major retailers like Walmart and Home Depot with flexible scheduling and same-day pay options.
$15-$25/hrBeginnereasy
Polymarket
active
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Crypto-based prediction market for betting on world events — elections, entertainment awards, tech milestones, and more. Larger pools and exotic markets.
Passivehard
Poshmark
semi-passive
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Sell new and used clothing, shoes, and accessories through a social marketplace with built-in shipping labels.
$10-$30/hrBeginnereasy
PredictIt
active
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Academic prediction market with small-stakes trading on political and cultural events. Beginner-friendly with $850 max per contract.
PassiveBeginnermedium
Preply
active
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Teach languages online to students worldwide with flexible hours and the ability to set your own rates.
$15-$50/hrmedium
Prime Opinion
active
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Complete surveys with higher-than-average payouts and fewer disqualifications, making it one of the more rewarding survey platforms for consistent earners.
$5-$12/hrBeginnereasy
Printify
semi-passive
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Design and sell custom products like t-shirts, mugs, and phone cases with zero inventory — Printify handles printing and shipping for you.
Passivemedium
PrizeRebel
active
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Take surveys, complete offers, and watch videos to earn points redeemable for PayPal cash and hundreds of gift card options.
$4-$10/hrBeginnereasy
Prolific
active
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Participate in academic and market research studies with fair, transparent pay averaging $8-$20 per hour.
$8-$20/hrBeginnereasy
Qmee
active
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Take surveys with no minimum cashout threshold and instant PayPal withdrawals — one of the fastest-paying survey platforms available.
$4-$10/hrBeginnereasy
Qwick
active
⠿
Pick up shifts in food and beverage hospitality — bartending, serving, catering, and food prep with same-day pay.
$16-$30/hrmedium
Rakuten
passive
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Earn up to 40% cashback on online shopping at 3,500+ stores by simply clicking through the app before you buy.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Rarible
active
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Community-owned NFT marketplace for independent creators — mint, sell, and trade digital art and collectibles with low fees.
Passivehard
Receipt Hog
semi-passive
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Snap photos of any receipts to earn coins redeemable for PayPal cash or Amazon gift cards — works with any store.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Redbubble
semi-passive
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Upload original designs and sell them on 70+ print-on-demand products like t-shirts and stickers with zero inventory risk.
$3-$25/hrmedium
Respondent
active
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Join high-paying research studies and one-on-one interviews paying $50 to $300+ per session.
$50-$150/hrBeginnereasy
RetailMeNot
passive
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Earn cashback on in-store and online purchases at thousands of retailers plus find verified coupon codes to stack savings.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Rev
active
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Transcribe audio and video files, add captions, or provide subtitles remotely with flexible scheduling and competitive per-minute pay.
$10-$30/hrBeginnermedium
Roadie
active
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Deliver packages, furniture, and oversized items along routes you're already driving — great for road trips and long-distance deliveries.
$12-$30/hrBeginnereasy
Robinhood
passive
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Invest in stocks, ETFs, options, and crypto commission-free with fractional shares starting at $1 and earn 3% IRA match with Gold.
PassiveBeginnermedium
Rover
active
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Offer dog walking, pet sitting, and overnight boarding services with your own rates and flexible schedule.
$14-$30/hrBeginnereasy
Scale AI
active
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Train AI models by labeling data, evaluating AI outputs, and writing prompts — high-paying tasks for detail-oriented workers.
$15-$40/hrmedium
ShiftMed
active
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Pick up nursing and CNA shifts at hospitals and care facilities near you with instant pay and W-2 employee benefits.
$22-$45/hrmedium
ShiftSmart
active
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Pick up flexible shifts in retail, events, hospitality, and customer service. Get paid weekly with no long-term commitment.
$14-$25/hrBeginnereasy
Shipt
active
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Shop and deliver groceries from Target, Meijer, and other stores with strong tip potential and flexible scheduling.
$16-$25/hrBeginnereasy
Shopify Store
semi-passive
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Build your own online store to sell physical or digital products, dropship items, or run a print-on-demand business.
$10-$100/hrhard
Shopkick
semi-passive
⠿
Earn reward points by walking into stores, scanning barcodes, and making purchases — redeemable for free gift cards.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Shutterstock Contributor
passive
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Upload photos, vectors, and video clips to earn royalties on every download from a global buyer network.
$5-$30/hrmedium
Sittercity
active
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Find babysitting and nanny gigs in your area. Set your own rates and schedule while helping families with childcare needs.
$14-$25/hrBeginnereasy
Skillshare Teacher
semi-passive
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Create and publish video courses on creative, business, or tech topics and earn royalties based on minutes watched.
Passivehard
Snagajob
active
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Find hourly and shift work across various industries with Snagajob, the leading platform for hourly workers.
$12-$25/hrBeginnereasy
Sniffspot
passive
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Rent out your backyard as a private dog park. Dog owners book time slots for their pets to play in your fenced yard.
PassiveBeginnereasy
SolidGigs
active
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Receive curated freelance job leads for writers, designers, and developers delivered weekly to save hours of searching.
$25-$100/hrmedium
Soothe
active
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Provide on-demand massage therapy at clients' homes or offices through Soothe's platform.
$30-$65/hrmedium
Spark (Walmart)
active
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Deliver Walmart grocery and online orders to customers' homes with flexible scheduling and competitive pay.
$15-$25/hrBeginnereasy
Spark Driver
active
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Deliver groceries and packages for Walmart customers. Flexible scheduling with competitive pay and tips.
$15-$25/hrBeginnereasy
Steady
active
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App that matches you with flexible gig jobs based on your schedule, skills, and income goals. Browse and apply to shifts instantly.
$12-$30/hrBeginnereasy
StepBet
semi-passive
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Join step-goal games, bet on yourself to hit daily targets, and split the pot with other winners — fitness meets financial motivation.
PassiveBeginnereasy
StockX
active
⠿
Buy and sell sneakers, streetwear, electronics, and collectibles on the stock-market-style marketplace with authentication guarantee.
$15-$50/hrmedium
StyleSeat
active
⠿
Grow your beauty or hair business by listing on StyleSeat and connecting with clients looking for your services.
$30-$100/hrBeginnermedium
Substack
semi-passive
⠿
Build a paid newsletter and earn recurring monthly subscription income from loyal readers on your own terms.
Passivemedium
Surge AI
active
⠿
Complete high-quality data annotation and AI training tasks with premium pay for skilled contributors.
$15-$35/hrmedium
Survey Junkie
active
⠿
Complete online surveys and earn cash with reliable PayPal or gift card payouts and a low minimum threshold.
$5-$12/hrBeginnereasy
Swagbucks
semi-passive
⠿
Earn points for completing surveys, watching videos, and online shopping, redeemable for PayPal cash or gift cards.
$3-$10/hrBeginnereasy
Swappa
active
⠿
Buy and sell used phones, laptops, tablets, and tech gadgets on a trusted marketplace with no seller fees and verified listings.
$15-$50/hrBeginnereasy
Sweatcoin
semi-passive
⠿
Convert your outdoor steps into digital currency redeemable for products, services, and PayPal cash — walk more and earn more.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Swimply
semi-passive
⠿
Rent out your pool, tennis court, or outdoor space by the hour to earn passive income from your backyard amenities.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Takl
active
⠿
Offer on-demand home services like cleaning, handyman work, and yard maintenance through Takl.
$18-$35/hrBeginnereasy
TaskRabbit
active
⠿
Get paid for handyman work, furniture assembly, moving help, and local errands with rates you set yourself.
$18-$40/hrBeginnereasy
Teachable
semi-passive
⠿
Host and sell your own online courses with full pricing control on Teachable's platform.
$10-$100/hrBeginnermedium
Testbirds
active
⠿
Test digital products globally and report bugs or usability issues — ideal for detail-oriented remote workers.
$15-$35/hrBeginnereasy
The RealReal
semi-passive
⠿
Consign luxury handbags, watches, jewelry, and designer clothing with professional authentication and a global buyer network.
PassiveBeginnereasy
ThredUp
semi-passive
⠿
Send a bag of used clothing and ThredUp handles pricing, photos, and shipping. Earn passive income from your closet with zero effort.
$5-$20/hrBeginnereasy
Thumbtack
active
⠿
List your skilled services like cleaning, plumbing, or photography and get matched with local customers ready to hire.
$20-$60/hrmedium
TikTok Creator Fund
semi-passive
⠿
Earn money creating short-form videos on TikTok through the Creator Fund, brand deals, and live gifts with 1,000+ followers.
$5-$50/hrBeginnermedium
TopCashback
passive
⠿
Get the highest cashback rates from thousands of retailers — often beats competitor cashback amounts on the same purchases.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Toptal
active
⠿
Join an exclusive freelance network for top-tier developers, designers, and finance experts earning premium rates.
$60-$150/hrhard
Trainerize
semi-passive
⠿
Create and sell custom fitness programs online — automate client onboarding, workouts, and nutrition plans to scale your coaching.
$20-$60/hrmedium
TranscribeMe
active
⠿
Transcribe short audio clips with free training provided, making it ideal for beginners looking to earn from home with flexible hours.
$15-$22/hrBeginnereasy
TrueCoach
semi-passive
⠿
Build and deliver online personal training programs to remote clients — manage workouts, track progress, and earn recurring income.
$25-$75/hrmedium
TryMyUI
active
⠿
Test websites and mobile apps by completing tasks while speaking your thoughts aloud — earn $10 per 20-minute test.
$20-$40/hrBeginnereasy
Turo
passive
⠿
Rent out your car when you are not using it and earn passive income with built-in insurance protection.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Twitch
semi-passive
⠿
Stream live gaming, music, art, or talk shows and earn through subscriptions, bits, and ad revenue from your audience.
$5-$50/hrBeginnermedium
Uber
active
⠿
Drive passengers in your personal vehicle and earn more during peak hours with surge pricing and quest bonuses.
$17-$30/hrBeginnereasy
Uber Eats
active
⠿
Deliver meals and groceries on your own schedule with flexible hours, earning per delivery plus tips through the Uber platform.
$14-$24/hrBeginnereasy
Udemy
semi-passive
⠿
Create and sell online courses on Udemy's marketplace and earn royalties every time a student enrolls.
$5-$50/hrBeginnermedium
Upside (GetUpside)
passive
⠿
Earn cashback on gas, groceries, and dining out — especially valuable for gig drivers who spend heavily on fuel.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Upwork
active
⠿
Find freelance clients for writing, design, development, and marketing on the world's largest freelance marketplace.
$20-$75/hrmedium
User Interviews
active
⠿
Participate in 1-on-1 interviews and focus groups for major brands, earning $50-$200 per session for sharing your opinions and experiences.
$50-$200/hrBeginnereasy
UserCrowd
active
⠿
Complete quick UX design surveys and preference tests in 1-5 minutes, earning credits redeemable for gift cards.
$8-$15/hrBeginnereasy
UserTesting
active
⠿
Earn $4 to $60 per test by sharing your screen and providing feedback on websites and apps from home.
$12-$40/hrBeginnereasy
uTest
active
⠿
Get paid to find and report bugs in apps, websites, and IoT devices with bonus payouts for critical discoveries.
$10-$50/hrmedium
Varsity Tutors
active
⠿
Tutor K-12 students and adults online in 3,000+ subjects with flexible hours and a steady stream of matched students.
$15-$40/hrmedium
Veho
active
⠿
Deliver packages for major retailers with early-morning routes that finish by noon — predictable schedules and competitive pay.
$16-$28/hrBeginnereasy
Vestiaire Collective
semi-passive
⠿
Sell pre-owned luxury fashion to a global community of 23M+ members with authentication and curated curation for higher resale value.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Vinted
semi-passive
⠿
Sell pre-loved clothing and accessories with zero seller fees — buyers pay shipping and platform costs, you keep everything.
$8-$25/hrBeginnereasy
VIPKid
active
⠿
Teach English online to students in China with pre-made lesson plans and flexible early-morning or evening time slots.
$14-$22/hrmedium
Voices.com
active
⠿
Audition for voiceover jobs in commercials, audiobooks, e-learning, and animation — work from your home studio.
$20-$80/hrmedium
Wag!
active
⠿
Walk dogs on demand in your neighborhood and get paid quickly through the Wag! app.
$12-$25/hrBeginnereasy
Webull
passive
⠿
Trade stocks, options, and crypto with advanced charting tools, extended hours trading, and zero commissions on standard trades.
Passivemedium
WeWard
semi-passive
⠿
Earn points by walking and visiting local shops, then redeem via PayPal or Venmo — combines fitness rewards with local business discovery.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Whatnot
active
⠿
Sell collectibles, trading cards, and vintage items through live-stream auctions to engaged buyers in real-time.
$15-$50/hrmedium
Whop
semi-passive
⠿
Sell digital products, online communities, and SaaS tools on Whop and generate passive or semi-passive income.
PassiveBeginnermedium
Wingz
active
⠿
Drive pre-scheduled airport rides with set fares and no surge pricing — build a base of repeat riders who request you directly.
$20-$40/hrBeginnermedium
Winwalk
semi-passive
⠿
Earn coins for your daily steps on Android and redeem them for gift cards from popular retailers like Amazon, Starbucks, and more.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Wonolo
active
⠿
Find same-day warehouse, delivery, and general labor jobs with instant booking and next-day pay.
$12-$22/hrBeginnereasy
Wrapify
passive
⠿
Earn $200-$450 per month by driving with brand advertisements wrapped on your car — just drive your normal routes and get paid passively.
PassiveBeginnereasy
Wyzant
active
⠿
Tutor students online or in person in 300+ subjects, setting your own rates and schedule with no upfront fees.
$20-$60/hrmedium
YourMechanic
active
⠿
Work as a mobile mechanic performing car repairs and maintenance at customers' homes or offices earning up to $70 per hour.
$30-$70/hrhard
YouTube
semi-passive
⠿
Create and upload videos to earn from ads, sponsorships, and channel memberships with unlimited long-term earning potential.
Passivehard
ySense
active
⠿
Earn money through paid surveys, cashback offers, and daily tasks available in 100+ countries with PayPal and gift card payouts.
$4-$12/hrBeginnereasy
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Drop walking, cashback, or bandwidth apps here — no time cost
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Drop survey, receipt, or monitoring apps — adds light overhead time
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Drop delivery, freelance, or driving gigs — consumes your hours directly

How the Gig Income Simulator Works

The Gig Income Simulator lets you build a custom side-hustle portfolio by dragging gig apps onto a visual board. Each app is categorized as Passive, Semi-Passive, or Active income — so you can see how different combinations affect your total projected earnings per month.

What Are Passive, Semi-Passive, and Active Gigs?

  • Passive income gigs — Earn money with minimal ongoing effort. Examples include Honeygain (bandwidth sharing), Neighbor (storage rental), and Turo (car rental). Great for building a baseline income stream.
  • Semi-passive income gigs — Require some setup and occasional maintenance. Etsy shops, Airbnb hosting, Shutterstock contributions, and cashback apps fall into this category.
  • Active income gigs — Trade your time for money. DoorDash delivery, Uber rideshare, Upwork freelancing, and TaskRabbit handyman work are typical active gigs that pay $15-$150/hr.

Building Your Ideal Gig Portfolio

The most successful gig workers combine all three income types. A common strategy is to stack 1-2 passive earners for baseline income, add a semi-passive platform like Etsy or Poshmark, then fill remaining hours with high-paying active gigs like delivery or freelancing. The simulator shows you projected monthly earnings for each combination.

Pre-Built Simulator Examples

Not sure where to start? Try our pre-built examples that model real-world scenarios: a weekend delivery driver running DoorDash and Uber Eats, a remote freelancer on Upwork and Fiverr, a student mixing surveys with dog walking, or a full-time multi-app gig worker maximizing every hour. Each example shows realistic monthly projections based on actual platform data.

Popular Gig App Combinations

Based on data from gig workers, these multi-app strategies tend to maximize earnings:

  • Delivery stack — DoorDash + Uber Eats + Instacart: Run multiple delivery apps simultaneously to minimize downtime. Projected: $2,000-$4,500/month at 30-40 hours/week.
  • Rideshare + delivery — Uber + DoorDash: Switch between passengers and food delivery based on surge pricing. Projected: $2,500-$5,000/month.
  • Freelance portfolio — Upwork + Fiverr + Toptal: Diversify client sources across platforms. Projected: $2,000-$8,000/month depending on skills.
  • Passive income bundle — Honeygain + Turo + Neighbor + Rakuten: Minimal effort, steady drip. Projected: $200-$1,500/month.
  • Student-friendly mix — Rover + Prolific + Poshmark: Flexible hours around classes. Projected: $400-$1,200/month at 10-15 hours/week.

Tips for Using the Simulator

  1. Start with your available hours — Be realistic about how many hours per week you can dedicate to gig work. Our Gig Finder quiz can help match you based on your schedule.
  2. Mix income types — Don't rely solely on active gigs; add passive earners for income you receive even when not working. Read our passive income guide for ideas.
  3. Consider startup costs — Some platforms like TaskRabbit have registration fees; factor these into your first month. Use our income calculator to project net profit.
  4. Check state availability — Not all gig apps operate in every state. Browse our state-by-state gig guide to find what's available near you.
  5. Account for expenses — Delivery and rideshare gigs have gas, insurance, and maintenance costs. Our tax guide covers deductible expenses.
  6. Compare before committing — Use our side-by-side comparison tool to evaluate apps on earnings, difficulty, and payout speed.
  7. Plan around events — Check our gig worker calendar to see which months and events boost demand for your chosen platforms.

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