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Taskrabbit Review [2025]: Keep More of the Cash You Earn

Taskrabbit charges a registration fee, but after that, you keep 100% of the rate you charge for your freelancing work.

Updated Feb. 3, 2025
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Taskrabbit

OUR VIEW

If you’re looking for a place to advertise your services as a freelancer, TaskRabbit is an affordable answer. There’s a $25 registration fee, but after that, the platform doesn’t take a cut of your earnings and you keep 100% of your tips.

Taskers can do anything from building a backyard shed to acting as a personal assistant. You choose what you’ll do, when you’ll work, and what you’ll charge, making you the boss. While competition for work can be significant, depending on what services you’re offering, Taskrabbit is a simple way for freelancers to connect with and advertise to a large potential client base.

Pros

Free for Taskers (minus the $25 registration fee)
Appeal to a large audience
You choose your tasks

Cons

There is a lot of competition for many services
There’s no guarantee you’ll have work
How we evaluate products

What is TaskRabbit?

TaskRabbit is a platform that connects people who need tasks done with Taskers — individuals who complete those odd jobs as a side gig. Tasks can be anything from assembling furniture to cleaning homes, and Taskers are paid per completed project.

If you're looking for a side hustle that lets you work on your own time and set your rates, we recommend TaskRabbit.

How does TaskRabbit work?

To become a Tasker, you need to be at least 18 years old and have a U.S. Social Security Number so that Taskrabbit can complete a required background check. You'll also need a checking account with a financial institution, a valid credit card for paying the registration fee, and a smartphone that supports that Tasker app, which is compatible with both iOS and Android.

To get started, you'll first need to sign-up and create an account on Taskrabbit's website. You'll then need to download the Tasker app to continue registering and building out your profile. After you confirm the services you'll be offering and where you're available for work, you'll need to confirm your identity and submit any business verifications required to do the work you'll be advertising.

Once that's taken care of and Taskrabbit has verified your eligibility to do the tasks you want to, you'll need to pay the $25 registration fee. After you complete registration, you can set your weekly availability and opt-in to receive same-day jobs if you want to take on last-minute work.

Based on this info, the company will send you notifications about gigs in your area, and you can select which ones you want to complete. All communication goes through TaskRabbit, and when the project is complete, you'll submit your invoice and get paid through the app.

As a Tasker you are an independent contractor and set your own rates. It's a great option for people who enjoy the flexibility of being a freelancer, but remember, you're also responsible for your own self-employed taxes and expenses.

Unlike most part-time jobs that require you to work as scheduled by a manager, you can complete tasks whenever it's convenient for you, and you can scale the work to meet your needs. For example, if you're saving money for a new car, you can take on more tasks until you get the cash you need, then take a break.

Types of tasks

There are more than 150 types of tasks you can complete as a Tasker. If you don't mind manual labor, you can earn money moving furniture, doing home repairs, or yard work. But you can also make money by planning birthday parties, wrapping gifts, or even waiting in line for concert tickets.

How much can you make on TaskRabbit?

TaskRabbit could be a decent side gig, but it won't replace your full-time salary. If your goal is to earn $10,000 a month, for example, using TaskRabbit alone probably won't be enough to get you there. Earning $100 per day for your work as a Tasker may be a more reasonable expectation, depending on what services you offer.

Overall, how much you can earn with TaskRabbit depends on your skill set, location, and the type of jobs available. As a Tasker, you get to set your own hourly rate, but you want to make sure you're competitive with other Taskers offering similar services in your area.

For example, cleaners in the Orlando, Florida, area charge a minimum $40 per hour. In Las Vegas, Nevada, you could wait in line at an event's ticket booth for $30 per hour. Or you could organize someone's closet and earn $35 per hour. Over time, that can really add up. If you worked 10 hours a week and charged $20 per hour, you'd earn $800 a month.

TaskRabbit will not charge you any fees beyond the registration fee or take a cut of your pay. This differentiates it from freelancer platforms like Fiverr, which take a significant cut of income for the privilege of using the platform.

The client will pay a TaskRabbit service fee and a Trust and Support fee, which varies by task and covers safety measures for the platform, Tasker training, and TaskRabbit customer service employees. It's also one of the ways TaskRabbit makes money.

Once you complete a task, you submit an invoice through the TaskRabbit app. You'll receive payment via direct deposit. Clients can also reimburse you for expenses through the app.

Tips to maximize your earnings with TaskRabbit

To make as much money with TaskRabbit as possible, use these tips:

  • Create a standout profile: Your profile is your opportunity to sell yourself. Post a clear profile picture, and use the profile to highlight your experience and work ethic. If you have a professional website, include a link to it, too. If you need help, check out the profiles of TaskRabbit's Elite; they're Taskers with positive ratings of 98% or higher who complete many tasks each month.
  • Offer various tasks: Don't be afraid to undertake many different types of tasks. By diversifying the gigs you will do, you can increase your chances of earning money.
  • Provide excellent service. TaskRabbit allows clients to tip Taskers, and you get to keep 100% of any tips you receive.
  • Learn skills: Skilled positions typically pay more than other gigs, so if possible, learn specialized skills, like painting, assembling furniture, or handyman services.
  • Raise your rates: When you start, you'll likely charge a low hourly rate to land your first few gigs. But once you've completed tasks and have gotten good reviews, you could make more by increasing your pricing.

How to get good reviews on TaskRabbit

Good customer reviews help you get more jobs and tips as a Tasker. To ensure you get the most positive reviews, follow these steps:

  • Be professional: When you communicate with the client, whether it's through the mobile app or in person, be professional. Also, be friendly and polite, and when you show up at their home and dress neatly.
  • Show up on time: Try to be as timely as possible and if you run into a snag, communicate with the client rather than just showing up late.
  • Provide excellent work: Treat each task like it's an assignment at your full-time job. Do the best work you can do to meet or exceed your client's expectations. Remember, clients can tip you in addition to the price you charge.

FAQs

Is TaskRabbit available in my area?

TaskRabbit is available in dozens of markets in the United States and seven other countries. To find out if TaskRabbit operates in your area, view the company's active cities.

How long does it take to get approved for TaskRabbit?

The TaskRabbit application takes just a few minutes to complete. However, prospective Taskers must undergo a background check and identity verification, and applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Depending on where you live, it could take several days for final approval.

Is TaskRabbit legit?

Yes, TaskRabbit is a secure, legitimate platform for connecting freelancers to those seeking their services. As a Tasker, the site does collect personal information like your name, address, email address, Social Security number, and bank account info so that you can get paid. Taskrabbit then retains your information for as long as you're a user, but won't share your information with any third parties.

Do you get tips on TaskRabbit?

TaskRabbit does allow clients to tip their Taskers. After you've completed a task and sent the customer an invoice, they have the option of leaving you a tip for 24 hours after receiving the invoice. Clients must first review their Tasker before they are able to tip. Taskers get to keep 100% of tips received.

Other side hustles to consider

While TaskRabbit could be a solution to make more money, it's not for everyone. There are hundreds of other side gigs you could do.

If you like the idea of providing assistance with house projects, HomeAdvisor1 is another great option. You create a profile and pay for leads from people looking for the services you offer. The downside is that it costs money for every lead you receive, whereas TaskRabbit charges their fees to the client, not the Tasker.

If working as a handyman isn't your thing, there are other options, such as delivering food and groceries in your free time. There are several platforms, such as DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Instacart, each which allow you to work on your own schedule and choose the orders you want to accept. Each platform pays a flat fee, plus you keep 100% of the customer tips.

These gigs differ from TaskRabbit because you can pick up multiple orders in a couple of hours, whereas most TaskRabbit tasks take several hours to complete just one task. But if you're a professional, you may make more money on TaskRabbit than delivering food or groceries.

Bottom line

Using Taskrabbit is a solid option for earning money as a freelancer without having to fork over a portion of your earnings to the platform you're using to find work.

Like all the best side hustles, being a Tasker gives you the flexibility to set your hours and rates and to only do the type of work you want to and are qualified to do. Just remember that working as a freelancer on Taskrabbit or any other platform comes with certain self-employed tax requirements that you'll want to understand before you begin.

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