Top microtask apps to earn money on mobile

What a microtask app actually is

A microtask app offers short missions you complete from your smartphone: validate an AI answer, take a photo of a shelf in a store, answer a 2-minute survey, moderate content, comment on a post, transcribe a short audio. Each mission is paid per unit, no commitment, no interview, no CV.

On mobile, three formats coexist: native apps (downloaded from the App Store or Google Play), PWAs (Progressive Web Apps, installed straight from the browser, no store required), and plain mobile sites (browsed via Safari or Chrome). For your earnings, the difference is negligible: what matters is the mission catalogue, not the format.

Top 8 microtask apps on mobile

1. Microtaches.com

French platform based in Paris, runs as an installable PWA (no app store, instant updates). Complete short tasks following clear instructions on screen. Transparent rates displayed before accepting: 1 Op = €0.0042 at withdrawal, €0.0082 in store (gift cards). Minimum payout: 5,000 withdrawable Ops (~€21 by bank transfer, ~€41 in store) with an inalienable reserve of 10,000 Ops. KYC verification requested from 1,000 Ops balance. Responsive support, GDPR compliance, and an internal withdrawal cap set at €2,500 per year.

2. Clickworker

Historic German platform, iOS and Android app. AI missions, transcription, categorisation, surveys. SEPA or PayPal payout, withdrawal threshold at €10 (PayPal or SEPA). Interface partly translated, but many missions are in English. High mission volume on desktop, leaner on mobile.

3. Microworkers

International marketplace, available as mobile web (no native iOS app). Varied missions: app tests, screenshots, signups, Google searches. Payment via PayPal, Skrill, Bitcoin. Threshold at $9. English UI, task reliability varies by requester.

4. Streetbees

British iOS/Android app focused on short surveys and field missions. You answer "bees": photograph a meal, share a habit, film a product. PayPal payout, low threshold. English UI, occasional French targeting.

5. Roamler

Dutch iOS/Android app dedicated to geolocated field missions: check a supermarket shelf, audit point-of-sale displays, photograph a product on the line. Invite-only. Pay per mission (typically €2 to €8). Great if you move around and don't mind a short walk for a paid mission.

6. BeMyEye

Italian iOS/Android app, similar to Roamler: in-store photo missions for brands auditing distribution. Missions shown on a map. €1 to €10 per mission. Manual review by BeMyEye, PayPal payout.

7. Swagbucks

US mass-market platform, iOS/Android app. Mix of surveys, cashback and partner offers (its Watch video feature was discontinued). PayPal or gift cards. French UI available, missions often US-targeted. Regular volume, though modest payout per offer.

8. Attapoll

British iOS/Android app dedicated to short surveys (1 to 5 minutes). Very clean UI, notifications when a survey matches your profile. PayPal payout from £3. Ideal as a side stream, low friction.

Comparison of the 8 apps

How much you really earn from a microtask app

Earnings depend mostly on time invested and consistency, not luck or a magic trick. Here are realistic ranges for someone in France on a serious platform like Microtaches:

Monthly amounts vary considerably from month to month depending on task availability, profile qualification and time invested. On microtask apps, earnings remain occasional supplemental income and are never guaranteed.

Mobile vs desktop: what works best on a phone

Not all missions are equal on mobile. Here is what works best from a phone:

• Short surveys (1 to 5 min) — ideal mobile-first format, little typing.
• AI validation (tick if the answer is correct) — a few taps, perfect on the go.
• Field photos (Roamler, BeMyEye) — the camera is the main tool.
• Quick moderation (image OK / not OK) — binary taps, low cognitive load.
• LinkedIn engagement / short comments — the native LinkedIn app makes copy-paste easy.

Conversely, some missions are more profitable on desktop: long annotation, audio transcription (physical keyboard), multi-tab research, product comparison across sites. The right strategy: switch between mobile and desktop based on context — mobile in dead time, desktop in structured evening sessions.

How to choose a microtask app

1. Check rate transparency before acceptance — a serious site shows the rate clearly (e.g. 1 Op = €0.0042), not just "earn points".
2. Check the payment method — bank transfer is the simplest option in Europe; in Africa, mobile money (MVola, Orange Money, Wave, MTN MoMo) is often more convenient.
3. Check the support language — French support handles disputes faster and clearer.
4. Check the withdrawal threshold — above €50, many users abandon before being paid.
5. Check the KYC conditions — identity verification is normal (DAC7), but must be free, clear and documented.
6. Avoid apps that require a paid subscription to "unlock" missions — it's a scam signal.

Why Microtaches works without a native app

Microtaches is not (yet) available on the App Store or Google Play, and it is a deliberate choice. The site is built as a Progressive Web App: from Safari or Chrome, you can "Add to Home Screen" and the icon behaves exactly like a native app (full screen, notifications, partial offline mode).

• No App Store / Google Play commission (15 to 30%) charged on transactions — that margin stays in the Ops paid to workers.
• Instant updates — no 1-3 week Apple review on every patch.
• Cross-platform from day one — iPhone, Android, tablet, computer share the same account without installation.
• No store-imposed ad tracking — full GDPR compliance.

On earnings: 1 Op = €0.0042 at withdrawal and €0.0082 in store (gift cards). Minimum payout is 5,000 withdrawable Ops, with an inalienable reserve of 10,000 Ops remaining on your balance, identity verification requested from 1,000 Ops balance, and an internal withdrawal cap of €2,500 per year. Full guide to get started.

Withdrawal methods on Microtaches

Your Ops can be withdrawn to a bank account, a mobile money account or an online wallet. Bank transfer is available from the usual minimum; MVola, Orange Money, Wave, MTN MoMo, PayPal, Skrill and Neteller are available from 25,000 Ops; Revolut and Crypto are coming soon.

Do I need to download an app to do microtasks?

No, it is not mandatory. Several serious platforms (including Microtaches) run as PWAs: you add the site to your home screen from Safari or Chrome and the icon behaves like a native app, without going through the App Store or Google Play.

Which microtask app actually pays in France?

Microtaches pays by bank transfer from 5,000 withdrawable Ops (~€21) or via gift cards in the store from 1,000 Ops balance once verified (store value is about €41 for 5,000 Ops). Clickworker, Streetbees, BeMyEye and Attapoll also offer PayPal. Each platform maintains its own thresholds and payout timelines.

Can I combine several microtask apps?

Yes, it is even recommended to maximise mission volume. Microtaches for structured French-language income, Attapoll or Streetbees for short surveys in dead time, Roamler or BeMyEye for field missions if you move around often. Don't create multiple accounts on the same platform though: it is forbidden and gets you banned.

Do I need to declare microtask earnings to French tax authorities?

Yes, from the first euro received in France. Microtask income must be declared from the first euro in France. The European DAC7 directive governs tax data reporting by digital platforms. On Microtaches, the €2,500 annual payout cap is strictly an internal policy designed for casual side earnings; it does not exempt anyone from reporting their income to the tax authorities.

Should I avoid apps that ask me to watch endless ads?

Yes, those time/earnings ratios are awful: 10 to 20 minutes of ads for €0.30 is under €2/h, well below a real microtask. Same for apps that 'mine' crypto in the background: they drain the battery for a few cents per month.

Does Microtaches have an app on the App Store or Google Play?

Not yet, and it is a choice. Microtaches runs as a Progressive Web App (PWA) you install from Safari or Chrome in two taps, which avoids the 15-30% commission charged by Apple and Google. That margin goes back to workers through the Ops rate. A future native app is not excluded, but it would not change the rates.

What are the payout processing times on Microtaches?

The maximum processing time is up to 3 weeks for bank transfers and up to 2 weeks for gift cards in the store. Identity verification (KYC), required before any withdrawal or store order, takes up to 7 business days.

How does the inalienable reserve of 10,000 Ops work on Microtaches?

An inalienable reserve of 10,000 Ops permanently remains on your account balance and cannot be withdrawn. Cashout requests are processed on Ops earned beyond this reserve, once you reach the minimum withdrawal threshold of 5,000 withdrawable Ops.