Pickup Truck Gig Apps: 8 Ranked by Real Pay (2026)

Before diving into each app, here's the side-by-side overview. Pay ranges use verified data from job boards and platform pages — not marketing claims. "Net $/hr" estimates factor in typical fuel costs and dump fees where applicable.

Dropcurb is a curbside junk removal marketplace. Customers book online, leave items at the curb, and you pick them up same-day. Pay starts at $40+ per pickup. Most jobs take 30–45 minutes including drive time and dump run, putting your effective rate at $50–$80/hour on good days.

What makes it different: Any vehicle works. Sedan owners get matched to small jobs — bags, electronics, lamps, small furniture. Truck owners qualify for everything: couches, appliances, mattresses, yard debris. You're not competing with box truck operators for sedan-friendly jobs.

Pay structure: Per-pickup base pay ($40+) plus per-item bonuses for additional items and heavy item surcharges. You cover dump fees (typically $10–$25 at a municipal transfer station). Some haulers offset this by keeping resellable items — a working dryer picked up for free and sold for $100 on Facebook Marketplace is pure profit on top of the hauling payout.

Requirements: Valid driver's license, any vehicle with cargo space, smartphone. No background check delays, no commercial insurance required, no franchise fee. Signup takes 60 seconds.

Driver feedback: The most common praise is the low friction — no interviews, no vehicle inspections, no week-long approval process. You sign up, get texts when jobs are available near you, and claim what fits your schedule. The most common criticism: job volume depends on your metro. Established markets (Phoenix, Denver) have steady flow. Newer markets are ramping up.

Verdict: Highest net $/hr for junk hauling. Lowest barrier to entry of any app on this list. The only app where a Honda Civic driver earns alongside F-250 drivers.

Bungii connects truck owners with customers who need large items picked up or delivered — furniture from a store, a washer/dryer from a seller, IKEA hauls. According to Indeed, Bungii drivers average $41.87–$64.04/hour. The platform advertises up to $45/hour, with minimum payouts around $60 per gig based on App Store reviews.

Pay structure: Per-gig pricing based on distance, item size, and whether it's a one-person or two-person job. Two-person jobs pay more but you split with a partner. Tips are on top. Bungii sets the price — you don't negotiate with the customer.

Requirements: Pickup truck, SUV, or cargo van. No sedans. Must pass a background check. Vehicle must be a 2001 model year or newer. You need to be 21+ and have a valid driver's license with clean driving record.

City availability: Bungii claims 200+ cities, but driver reports suggest real job density varies wildly. Major metros (Dallas, Phoenix, Atlanta, Nashville) have consistent volume. Mid-size cities may only see a few jobs per week. Check your specific city before counting on steady income.

Driver feedback from forums: Positive: high per-gig payouts, clean interface, good customer pre-screening. Negative: some cities have low volume, customer no-shows still happen, two-person jobs require finding a partner or getting matched with a stranger. The onboarding process is smooth but takes 3–5 days for background check clearance.

Verdict: Excellent pay per gig. If you have a truck and live in a major metro, this should be in your app stack. Pair it with Dropcurb or LoadUp for junk jobs when Bungii is quiet.

GoShare handles last-mile deliveries for retailers, small businesses, and consumers. ZipRecruiter reports an average of $39,816/year ($19.14/hour) for GoShare drivers. The platform claims top drivers earn "thousands per month."

Pay structure: Per-delivery pricing based on distance and cargo size. GoShare takes a commission, you keep the rest plus tips. Retail delivery contracts (store-to-home furniture, appliance deliveries) tend to pay better than consumer-to-consumer moves because the volume is predictable.

Requirements: Pickup truck, cargo van, or box truck. Must be 19+ with a valid license and clean driving record. Background check required. Insurance verification required. GoShare also has a knowledge quiz during onboarding that some drivers on Reddit find frustrating.

City availability: 40+ major metros with growing coverage. GoShare has retail partnerships that generate consistent job flow in established markets.

Driver feedback from forums: Positive: retail contracts provide steady jobs without the "refresh and hope" pattern of consumer apps. Negative: the onboarding quiz frustrates some applicants, the app can be buggy, and pay per delivery often comes out lower than Bungii or Dolly for comparable work. Several Reddit threads mention that effective hourly rate drops when you factor in waiting time at retail locations.

Verdict: Solid for consistent volume if you want delivery work rather than junk hauling. Think of it as the "reliable but not spectacular" option. Best stacked with a higher-paying app like Dropcurb or Bungii for the jobs where you choose the work.

Dolly is a moving help and delivery platform. They have two tiers: "Helpers" (who have a truck) earn $40/hour or more according to Dolly's website, with top performers hitting $60–$90/hour. "Hands" (no vehicle required) earn $25/hour+. Dolly pays twice a week via PayPal, and you keep 100% of tips.

The reality check: Indeed reports average Dolly pay closer to $20/hour. Some drivers report $10/hour after factoring long drives to pickup locations and unpaid wait time. The gap between Dolly's marketing numbers and real-world earnings is the widest on this list.

Pay structure: Per-job pricing. Dolly sets the rate based on estimated time, distance, and number of items. Helpers get a higher cut than Hands. The platform takes a service fee. Tips are extra and go directly to you.

Requirements: For Helpers: truck or large vehicle, 18+, background check, ability to lift 75+ lbs. For Hands: no vehicle needed, same physical requirements. This makes Dolly unique — you can earn without owning a truck.

City availability: 50+ cities with heaviest presence in Seattle (where Dolly is headquartered), Austin, Denver, Nashville, and other mid-to-large metros.

Driver feedback from forums: Positive: the two-tier system means more people can participate, moving jobs are plentiful on weekends, tips can be generous on big moves. Negative: the biggest complaint is long unpaid drives to job sites — a 30-minute drive to a job that pays $60 for 90 minutes of work is really $20/hour for 2 hours of your time. Dense urban areas work much better than suburbs.

Verdict: Great for people who enjoy moving work and live in a dense city. The Hands tier is excellent for anyone without a truck. But be honest about your effective hourly rate — factor in drive time to every job.

LoadUp is a junk removal platform that pays "Loaders" per order. Payouts range from $55–$200 per job, with top drivers earning up to $2,000+ per week according to LoadUp's website. Indeed reports an average of $2,112/month for loaders.

Pay structure: Per-order, not per-hour. The amount depends on item type, quantity, and location. LoadUp handles customer acquisition, pricing, and scheduling. You show up, haul the items, and document with photos. The per-order model rewards efficiency — a fast, experienced hauler makes significantly more per hour than someone learning the routes.

Requirements: Truck or large vehicle capable of hauling furniture and appliances. Background check required. LoadUp has a more structured onboarding than most apps — you're essentially a subcontractor, not a gig worker. They provide some routing and logistics support.

City availability: LoadUp operates in all 50 states with a network model. They match orders to nearby loaders. Coverage is thinner in rural areas but strong in metros.

Driver feedback from forums: Positive: high per-order payouts, nationwide availability, LoadUp handles customer issues. Negative: some drivers report that lower-end jobs ($55 for a single item 30 minutes away) don't pencil out after gas and dump fees. The platform reportedly takes a significant cut — estimates range from 40–60% of what the customer pays. You're trading margin for volume and marketing.

Verdict: Good per-order payouts but the platform take rate means your effective margin is lower than running your own junk removal operation. Best for haulers who want steady work without doing their own marketing. Complements Dropcurb well — LoadUp for scheduled orders, Dropcurb for same-day curbside pickups.

Lugg is a moving and delivery app that pays $28–$42/hour according to their blog, with a priority tier system. Indeed reports a real-world range of $16.43–$35.14/hour. Lugg pairs you with a second person for two-person jobs, so you don't need to recruit help for heavy lifts.

Pay structure: Hourly rate set by Lugg, with a tier system that increases your rate as you complete more jobs and earn higher ratings. New drivers start at the lower end. Veterans with strong ratings move into priority tiers with better pay and first access to jobs.

Requirements: Truck, SUV, or large vehicle. Must pass background check. Physical ability to lift heavy items.

City availability: This is Lugg's biggest limitation. They operate in roughly 12 metros, heavily weighted toward the West Coast — San Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle, Portland, plus select cities like Austin and Denver. If you're not in their footprint, Lugg is irrelevant.

Driver feedback from forums: Positive: the partner-matching system for two-person jobs is well-liked, tips are often generous, and the tier system rewards loyalty. Negative: limited city availability kills it for most drivers, and the gap between Lugg's advertised rates ($28–$42/hr) and Indeed's reported rates ($16–$35/hr) suggests the top end is hard to hit consistently.

Verdict: If you're on the West Coast and want moving/hauling work, Lugg is solid. Everywhere else, skip it. The tier system rewards consistency, so it's best as a regular side gig rather than a once-a-month thing.

Roadie is a crowdsourced delivery platform owned by UPS since 2021. It handles everything from small packages to large furniture and appliances. Payouts range from $8 for a small local package to $650+ for long-distance bulky item deliveries.

Pay structure: Per-delivery pricing based on distance and item size. Small local deliveries ($8–$20) are low-margin time killers for truck owners. The value is in bulky item deliveries — appliances, furniture, large packages — where your truck capability commands a premium. Long-haul gigs (200+ miles) can pay $200–$650 and work well if you're already driving that route.

Requirements: Any vehicle works for small deliveries. Truck or large vehicle needed for big-and-bulky category. Must be 18+, valid license, pass background check. UPS ownership means the platform is well-maintained and reliable.

City availability: Nationwide. Roadie has the broadest geographic coverage of any app on this list thanks to the UPS network. Rural areas that have zero Bungii or Lugg jobs will still have Roadie gigs.

Driver feedback from forums: Positive: nationwide availability, UPS backing means reliable payments, long-distance gigs can be very profitable if they align with trips you're already making. Negative: small package deliveries are barely worth the gas, the app pushes a lot of low-value gigs, and you need to cherry-pick aggressively to make good money. The best strategy is to filter for big-and-bulky and long-haul only.

Verdict: Roadie is a supplement, not a primary income source. The big-and-bulky category is where truck owners should focus. Ignore the $8 package deliveries — those are for sedan drivers with nothing better to do. Stack it with Dropcurb or Bungii for your primary work.

Curri is a B2B delivery platform focused on construction materials and building supplies. If you have a pickup truck, you're delivering lumber, drywall, pipes, tools, and hardware to job sites for contractors and supply houses.

Pay structure: Per-delivery pricing, typically higher than consumer delivery apps because B2B customers are less price-sensitive. Contractors need materials NOW — a missed delivery means a crew sitting idle at $50+/hour per person. That urgency translates to better payouts for drivers.

Requirements: Pickup truck or flatbed. Some deliveries require specific vehicle capabilities (long bed for lumber, flatbed for pallets). Must be comfortable with construction sites — steel-toed boots and hard hats may be required. Background check.

City availability: Growing but still limited. Curri is strongest in Sun Belt construction markets (Texas, Arizona, Florida, Georgia) and expanding. Reddit's r/couriersofreddit ranks it among the top truck-specific apps.

Driver feedback from forums: Positive: B2B deliveries are professional — no "meet me at the parking lot" awkwardness, job sites are organized, and the pay reflects the commercial nature of the work. Negative: jobs can be physically demanding (unloading 80-lb bags of concrete), vehicle wear is real (construction materials scratch truck beds), and availability is inconsistent in some markets.

Verdict: A niche play that pays well if you're in a hot construction market. Not enough volume to be your only app, but excellent as a supplement — especially weekday mornings when consumer apps are quiet and construction sites are busy.

No single app will keep you busy full-time. The experienced truck gig drivers we researched on Reddit all run 2–4 apps simultaneously. Here's the optimal stack based on the data:

Primary earner (pick one): Dropcurb for junk hauling ($30–$50+/hr net, any vehicle) or Bungii for deliveries ($35–$55/hr net, truck required). These have the highest per-job payouts and should be your first choice when jobs are available.

Volume filler: GoShare or Dolly for steady delivery/moving work when your primary app is quiet. These won't pay as much per hour but they keep you earning during gaps.

Niche supplement: Curri for weekday construction deliveries (if you're in a construction-heavy market) or Roadie for long-haul gigs that align with trips you're already making.

What about DoorDash/Uber Eats? Food delivery apps pay $15–20/hr gross before vehicle expenses. After gas and wear on a truck that gets 18 MPG, you're netting $10–15/hr. Every app on this list pays more per hour for truck-appropriate work. Don't deliver burritos in your F-150.

The math: If you work 15 hours/week across 2–3 apps, focusing on junk hauling and large-item delivery, a realistic weekly gross is $500–$900. After fuel and dump fees, net $400–$750/week — that's $1,600–$3,000/month from a part-time side hustle.

Every app on this list is "free to join." But there are costs they don't put on the signup page:

Fuel: The IRS standard mileage rate is $0.725/mile in 2026. A truck averaging 18 MPG at $3.50/gallon costs $0.19/mile in fuel alone. If you drive 30 miles round-trip for a $40 job, that's $5.70 in fuel — not deal-breaking, but it adds up across 5 jobs/day.

Dump fees (junk hauling apps only): Municipal transfer stations charge $10–$40 per load depending on weight and your city. Special items cost more — mattresses ($15–$30 extra), refrigerators/AC units with refrigerant ($25–$50), tires ($3–$8 each). Know your local rates before you accept hauling jobs.

Vehicle wear: Hauling heavy items accelerates tire wear, suspension wear, and bed damage. Budget $0.10–$0.15/mile for maintenance above normal driving. Bed liners ($300–$500 installed) and ratchet straps ($30–$60 for a set) are smart investments that protect your truck.

Insurance: Your personal auto insurance may not cover commercial use. If you're hauling regularly, look into a commercial auto endorsement ($200–$600/year) or a specific gig economy rider. None of the apps on this list provide primary auto insurance for drivers.

Taxes: You're a 1099 contractor on every platform. Set aside 25–30% of gross earnings for self-employment tax and income tax. The mileage deduction ($0.725/mile) is your best friend — track every mile.

Before you sign up for every app on this list, check what you actually qualify for. Here's the breakdown:

If you want to earn money today with zero gatekeeping, start with Dropcurb. It's the only app with 60-second signup, no background check wait, and no vehicle restrictions. You can be earning within the hour.

If you have a truck and want to maximize earnings, sign up for Dropcurb + Bungii + one volume app (GoShare or Dolly). Run Dropcurb and Bungii as your primary earners, use the third app for filler between jobs.

If you don't have a truck, your options are: Dropcurb (matches you to sedan-friendly jobs), Dolly Hands (no vehicle needed), and Roadie (any vehicle for small packages).

If you're in construction country, add Curri. If you're on the West Coast, add Lugg. If you drive long distances regularly, add Roadie for route-aligned deliveries.

The one thing all experienced gig drivers agree on: don't rely on a single app. Markets fluctuate, algorithms change, and job availability shifts seasonally. Stack 2–3 apps, cherry-pick the best-paying jobs from each, and you'll consistently out-earn the single-app drivers.