Looking for the best apps to make money with a pickup truck? You’re in the right spot.
Why apps help truck owners win
- Jobs find you.
- Clear rates. Easy gig pick-up.
- Many pay weekly or faster (Roadie offers Instant Pay; Dolly pays twice a week). Roadie DriversDolly by Taskrabbit
GoShare — biggest average payouts
- Up to $70/hr for pickups (site figure). GoShare
- Built-in cargo insurance on jobs.
- Weekly deposits; you’re your own boss. GoShare
- Best for: big-box oversize, furniture, bulky store runs.
- Action: open slots when you have time.
Dolly — steady local moves
- Helpers average $50/hr; Hands $35/hr; keep 100% of tips. Dolly by Taskrabbit
- Pays twice a week via PayPal. Dolly by Taskrabbit
- Best for: couches, dressers, in-town moves.
- Action: weekend shifts fill fast.
Bungii — single-item specialists
- Average around $45/hr with fast payouts. Bungii
- Best for: one-off store pickups, Craigslist/Facebook buys.
- Action: accept short local hops between bigger gigs.
Lugg — two-person team runs
- Pay varies by city/role; job posts advertise $15–$42+/hr and same-day pay options. getgigs.coZipRecruiter+1
- Best for: furniture moves that need two people.
- Action: pair with a helper you trust.
Roadie — long-haul and airport runs
- Local trips can be small; longer gigs pay more.
- Instant Pay lets eligible drivers cash out right away (or weekly). Roadie DriversRoadie Support
- Best for: rural or cross-town hauls, store-to-home deliveries.
TaskRabbit — set your own rate
- You choose your hourly rate; moving help often starts around $40/hr and varies by city. TaskRabbit
- Best for: “truck + muscle” work, plus upsells (assembly, haul-away).
- Action: start low, earn reviews, raise rate over time.
Bonus: Ex-Mattress — faster cash than any app
Start free: get listed in every city & ZIP so locals can find you — zero cost, zero risk. Apply free: https://exmattress.com/services/?wpbdp_view=submit_listing
- You set your rate. Customers pay on-site, same day — show Cash, Card, Link, App, or Check (more payment options reduce checkout friction and missed sales). Stripe
- You set your hours. Offer same-day slots when you want.
- Show what you take: Mattresses, Box springs (add more if you want).
Level up when ready
- Basic → add website/booking URL + 1 image.
- Pro → add reviews/ratings, up to 5 photos, file uploads, and a map/highlight bump (complete, photo-rich profiles + reviews help you show up and win clicks in local search). Google Help
- Elite → turn on Ex-Mattress booking popup + appointment fields, get a dashboard (availability + calendar sync), sticky placement, and featured mentions — less friction, more booked jobs.
Pro tip: Ask every customer for a review. Fresh reviews boost local visibility and trust. Google Help
Quick comparison table
App | Typical $/hr | Pay speed |
---|---|---|
GoShare | Up to $70 | Weekly |
Dolly | $35–$50 | 2× weekly |
Bungii | ≈ $45 | Fast |
Lugg | $15–$42+ | Same-day option |
Roadie | Varies by gig | Instant Pay or weekly |
TaskRabbit | You set it (from $40+) | On client release |
Ex-Mattress | You set it | On-site, same day |
(Site-quoted or platform-published figures where available; actual pay varies by market and job mix.) GoShareDolly by TaskrabbitBungiigetgigs.coZipRecruiterRoadie DriversTaskRabbit
People also ask
Which app pays the most?
GoShare lists up to $70/hr for pickups; Bungii promotes around $45/hr. GoShareBungii
Do these apps include insurance?
GoShare includes cargo coverage; others vary by job and policy. Check each app. GoShare
How fast do I get paid?
Dolly pays twice weekly. Roadie offers Instant Pay (or weekly). Ex-Mattress pays on-site, same day — you choose Cash, Card, Link, App, or Check. Dolly by TaskrabbitRoadie Drivers
Next steps
- Pick one app to start.
- Apply free on Ex-Mattress to get listed in every city & ZIP: https://exmattress.com/services/?wpbdp_view=submit_listing
- Check Mattress recycling (drop-off) to find nearby recycling sites for items you don’t want to keep or resell: https://exmattress.com/services/mattress-recycling/
Internal links
- How to make money with a pickup truck – pillar guide.
- Pickup-truck side hustles – mix more gigs.
- Pickup-truck delivery jobs – store runs that pay.
Your phone is the new dispatch center. Load it up, haul smart, and watch the cash roll in.