Turn Your Washer Into a Money Maker With Poplin—and 5 Other Genius Side-Hustle Apps That Pay Big

What if your washer and dryer could become moneymakers? Thanks to a wave of innovative apps, like Poplin, a laundry service that lets you earn money by washing, drying and folding other people’s clothes, everyday tasks are transforming into legitimate income streams—and people across the country are cashing in without leaving their neighborhoods. Keep reading as two side-hustle superstars share the latest apps they’re most excited about. 

Turn laundry day into pay day

Remember the old-fashioned days when laundry was a chore, not a way to cash in? Well, laundry apps are changing the game by transforming dirty laundry into extra income. Here, a few of our faves:

Poplin

With Poplin, users can earn money by doing laundry for others, explains Holly Reisem Hanna, a work-from-home expert who’s tested countless side-hustle apps. It’s been called the Uber of laundry because “Laundry Pros” pick up, wash and dry the laundry and return the customer within 24 to 48 hours.

While Poplin advertises potential earnings of about $6,000 per month, Hanna offers a bit of a reality check: “I think that’s a little high because you’d have to be doing laundry all the time.” Most people realistically earn around $2,000 to $2,500 per month—which is still a fantastic boost to your monthly budget. 

Similar apps include Hampr and Clotheslyne, she adds. “All of these platforms typically require just a washer, dryer, detergent and a smartphone.”

Tip: Earnings can range from about $15 to $25 per order.

Tap survey & ‘get-paid-to’ apps

Waiting in the carpool line? Sitting in the doctor’s office? Those little pockets of time throughout your day can actually earn you money. Here are the easiest, most reliable options:

Answer quick questions with Eureka Surveys

“I’ve also been testing ‘get-paid-to’ apps like Eureka Surveys,” reveals Hanna. “Users can earn small amounts by completing short surveys (often just a few minutes long), playing games, subscribing to podcasts or browsing online.”

Hanna’s been testing this app herself and loves how flexible it is. “I made $43 over the last couple of months, just riding in the car when my husband is driving or on the way to appointments,” she shares. 

Tip:Unlike many apps that require a $25 minimum, this platform lets you cash out at just $5 and offers over 60 payout methods, including PayPal, Virtual Visa, Amazon, bank transfer, Venmo and a wide variety of gift cards.

Get paid to snap a photo with iVueit

Love taking photos? iVueit will actually pay you for it. This clever app connects you with small tasks—like snapping photos of store displays, properties or specific locations—that businesses need for their records, explains Hanna. 

You download the app, create a profile and it shows assignments in your area. “It’s completely flexible. You can fit it in whenever you’re running errands or see if there’s any gigs that are near you, and then go complete them.”

Tip: With iVueit, you’ll get paid within 24 hours of submitting your “Vue,” or photo, via Paypal. Once your submission is approved, you request funds via PayPal, and they’ll be transferred within 24 hours. Each Vue pays between $7 and $75.

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‘Hop Skip and Drive’ kids to earn extra cash

Comfortable taking your side hustle offline? Whether you love being around kids or you’re a retiree looking to stay connected to your community (or both!) HopSkipDrive could be a great way to boost your bottom line.

Think of it as ridesharing with a heartwarming twist: You’re transporting children rather than adult strangers. Many women find this setup safer and more comfortable than driving for services like Uber or Lyft, notes Hanna.

To get started, you must be at least 21, have experience with children and pass background and driving checks. According to Nick Loper, founder of Side Hustle Nation, pay is typically around $17 per trip, with most opportunities occurring during school commute hours.”

Tip: Loper has seen the app in action: a retired neighbor of his earns about $100 a day transporting kids.

Make money with your partner through Sharetown

Do you and your significant other want to earn extra cash together? Consider Sharetown, a popular option many husband-and-wife teams use as a side hustle, says Loper.

Sharetown describes itself as “the nation’s leading oversized returns solution.” The company partners with direct-to-consumer brands that sell large items like mattresses, cooking equipment, and exercise gear.

“When customers return these bulky products, companies often can’t resell them as new,” Loper explains. “But they also don’t want to deal with the logistics of taking them back. That’s where Sharetown comes in—connecting those returns with local resellers.”

How it works: You pick up the returned items, resell them locally through platforms like Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist, and keep a portion of the profits while Sharetown takes a cut. Earnings typically range from $500 to $2,000 per month.

The bottom line on the newest side-hustle apps

Whether you’re folding laundry, snapping photos or driving kids to school, today’s side-hustle apps make it easier than ever to earn extra cash on your own schedule. The best part? You can start with what you already have—a washer and dryer, a smartphone or a reliable car—and turn everyday tasks into real income.

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