Did you know that there are applications that may really pay you real money? We're addicted to our gadgets.
Yes!  Several of the millions of applications available in the app store will actually charge you to use them.

I looked at my personal favourites from the last ten or more years of testing, compared them to the top-rated applications in the iOS and Google Play app stores, and solicited input from readers of Side Hustle Nation to create this list of the top money-making apps.
For each, we'll briefly examine how they operate and how you might use them to generate income.  Some need a bit more work to get going, while others are totally passive once you get them up.
I've divided them into categories, so feel free to choose and install the ones that most make sense to you.
Paying Apps for Playing Games and Completing Surveys
Sharing your thoughts with businesses might earn you additional money, it turns out.
Although you won't likely earn a lot of money with these applications, if you use them regularly, you may increase your monthly revenue by $20 to $100.
To increase your income, think about doing focus groups online. User interviews are my personal favourite tool for this.  (For additional information, feel free to read our comprehensive review of User Interviews.)
1. Swagbucks
One well-known leader in the online survey market is Swagbucks.  Over the years, users of the long-running program have received hundreds of millions of dollars.
Online buying, survey completion, mobile gaming, and video viewing may all earn you rewards.  Cash out for big shop gift cards.
Get a $10 bonus by registering using my referral link.

2.   freeCashFor iOS, Android, and PC, Freecash provides thousands of gaming offers, some of which pay out hundreds of dollars.  (Only the Android and web versions of the app are accessible.)
A normal user may make around $17.53 a day merely by playing games, according to the website.
Our research revealed that it takes a substantial amount of time to attain the full promised payoff for each game, and it can also need some in-game purchases.
We enjoy Freecash because of its cheap cash-out requirement, easy-to-understand incentive scheme, and entertaining, gamified design.
For more information, see our comprehensive Freecash review.

3. KashKick

A more recent app is KashKick, which compensates you for doing surveys, testing out new games (up to $150 apiece), and using deals.
KashKick, which goes by the tagline "get paid to have fun," has a 4.3-star rating in the App Store.

4. Survey Junkie
Being the influencer and sharing your thoughts with hundreds of partner businesses is what Survey Junkie is all about.
Popular gift cards and PayPal cash outs are available from Survey Junkie, one of the best-paying survey applications.  It just takes three surveys a day to make $40 a month.
Learn more about Survey Junkie's operation by reading our comprehensive evaluation.

5.   Bingo Cash

Classic bingo is now a game of skill and speed rather than chance thanks to the well-liked Bingo Cash app.
With the exception of AR, IA, LA, SC, and WA, each game only takes around two minutes to complete and offers both monetary prizes and real-world gifts.
As of this writing, gamers have given the app a 4.7-star rating out of over 180,000 reviews on the iOS App Store, describing it as legitimate, entertaining, and addictive.
Try the game for free first, just like any other software.  In such case, you should never risk more money than you can risk losing.
For more information, see our comprehensive review of Bingo Cash.

6. Scrambly
The cash back rewards platform Scrambly was introduced in 2022.  But in that little period, the program has amassed more than 2 million members.
Although the website claims that you may make up to $500 per month, that is most likely an exaggeration.  We did, however, immediately earn a few money in our tests.
7. The InboxDollars
The majority of InboxDollars surveys pay between $0.50 and $5, however sometimes offers of $20 or more are visible.
Shopping, watching TV, and completing offers on the app are more ways to get money.
Along with a complimentary $5 sign-up bonus, InboxDollars rewards you in actual money rather than points.

8. Android's Cash Giraffe.

Cash Giraffe (available on Android only) introduces you to new mobile games that aim to draw in more players.  Your playing time is tracked by the app, which also gives you awards when you reach certain goals.
As you accumulate additional pay Giraffe tickets, you may deposit money straight into your PayPal account or pay out for gift cards.
Despite being relatively young, Cash Giraffe has so far received favourable reviews.  On the Google Play Store, it has received over 10 million downloads and a rating of 4.4 stars.
For additional information, see our comprehensive Cash Giraffe review.
9.  Arrived 

 you may invest in real estate for as little as $100 by purchasing shares of profitable rental properties.
At no extra expense to you, we get a commission if you join up.
Real estate came
Every quarter, the business divides the cash flow after managing and purchasing rental properties with a pool of funds.
10.  Fundrise 
I have been a long-time investor in Fundrise because I like their steady quarterly payouts and long-term view.  You may begin investing in commercial real estate with as little as $10.
You should be aware that I get a commission when you join up.  Everything I say is my own.)
Since 2015, I have been an investor with Fundrise.  If you sign up using my referral link, I will get a commission.  I have my own opinions.
11. Robin Hood
Robinhood is an online broking that offers new users a free $200 worth of stock upon registration.
It is a random draw; regrettably, you have no say in it.  Microsoft, VISA, and Johnson & Johnson are alternatives, but I choose Groupon, which is presently worth around $6.
Simply by monitoring your current expenditure, a lot of cash back applications will essentially offer you free money.

12. Get Incentives
My favourite app is Fetch Rewards since it's so simple.  You may exchange your supermarket shopping receipts for gift cards by taking photographs of them and earning points.
Pro Tip: To earn 300 free bonus points added to your account when you join up, use the referral code FETCH300.
Learn more by reading our review of the Fetch app.
13. Rakuten
With more than 25 years of experience, the Rakuten shopping app is a well-known leader in money-saving applications!
The app provides cash back, cash back in-store, and an online cash back button extension.  You may get up to 40% cash back when you shop at almost any store in the world.
Receive a refund using Rakuten.
I eagerly await my quarterly "Big Fat Checks"!
Check out our Rakuten review to find out more, or join up using my referral link to get a $30 sign-up bonus.

14.  Ibotta
Every week, I utilise Ibotta to see if we can get any additional cash back on our food shopping.
The disadvantage is that selecting the items you purchased still requires you to go through each store's page.  After that, you take a photo of your receipt and see how the cash back appears in your account.
Ibotta Savers who use the program on a monthly basis earn more than $130 annually!  It's okay with me.  (You may use PayPal or gift cards to pay out.)
15. Pogo
By providing Pogo with your location and credit card transaction information, you may get points that you can exchange for Venmo or PayPal.
Simply connect your bank account details and activate location tracking when you join up.  I earn $10–20 year using Pogo.
For additional information, see my comprehensive Pogo app review.

16. Advantage

Take advantage of up to 25/gallon cash back on petrol at hundreds of places nationwide by using the free Upside app.  Save 25¢ per gallon when you fill up for the first time with the coupon code SHN25.
The app just needs to know which payment card you are using and where you are filling up.  You may now get cash back at participating restaurants and grocery shops with Upside!
17. Dosh
Dosh allows you to scan receipts or claim offers.  You will get automatic cash back at several local places.
When it comes to hotel reservations, Dosh is perhaps most intriguing since it offers up to 40% cash back at 600,000 hotels when you book using the app!
Apps That Put You in Touch With Earning Opportunities

18. Sharetown
Sharetown isn't well known, but I've used it to connect with side hustlers that make over $3,000 each month.
Sharetown connects you with gently used furniture and mattress returns from direct-to-consumer companies.
Companies aren't actually able to return or resell the things since they aren't brand-new, but you can.  I spoke with Sharetown representatives, and they said they make between $100 and $200 each item.
The inventory doesn't cost you anything until it sells, which is another awesome feature.
However, downloading the app alone won't get you started.  Before you can be confident that the firm needs more representatives in your region, you must apply.
For more information on how Sharetown operates, see our comprehensive study.
19. Multitasker

Airtasker is a new software for odd tasks.  (The service is becoming more and more popular in the US and is already quite well-liked in Australia.)
Running local errands, building furniture, providing temporary local administrative assistance, virtual support tasks, and more may all be highlighted on your profile.
Although prices vary greatly depending on the service you're offering, I've seen jobs cost anywhere from $15 per hour to $100 per hour or more for specialised handyman abilities.
The top taskers make more than $10,000 a month.
20. Wonolo 

You may get instant hourly or same-day gig jobs with this well-known temp labour app.
You may get employment in manufacturing, logistics, retail, and other fields using Wonolo.  You are in charge of deciding how much and when you want to work.
There are positions in a variety of sectors, so you may try something new or choose something you know well.
With more than a million downloads, Wonolo has a 4.3-star rating in the Google Play store at the time of writing.
21. Oppizi
For local flyer distribution and brand ambassador jobs, Oppizi is a great app.  In addition to incentives when individuals join up for the services you're marketing, you may make $23 per hour.
(To help them reach more clients, Oppizi collaborates with companies like Uber, DoorDash, Classpass, and Uniqlo.)
Getting paid to go for a stroll is rather simple with Oppizi if you don't mind being outdoors and talking with others.
Apps That Pay You for Using Your Smartphone
We give up a lot of our data to businesses like Facebook for free, so being compensated for sharing your data is probably not that far off.  Here are a few ways you can achieve that.
Nielsen Mobile & Computer Panel, 

22.Nielsen Computer & Mobile Panel

When you share your Internet use patterns, Nielsen rewards you.  Simply install the app on each of your registered devices to start earning up to $60 annually.
Nielsen Panel: Get free Amazon gift cards
The app won't slow down your devices or cause any annoyance.

Conclusion: Apps That Pay You Do Exist!
Installing a few applications on your smartphone may indeed make it a revenue-generating device.
I hope you choose to try some of the things on this list that were unfamiliar to you.  Please share your findings in the comments section below so that future readers may benefit!
I have already benefited from well over $1000 from just a few of these apps.  If you put in a little time and effort, I believe you can have a similar experience.
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