Observa: Earn Money From Gigs

Observa: Earn Money From Gigs

Earn money as a secret shopper

10K ratings
236 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 12, 2016
  • May 6, 2026
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Earn money by completing simple in-store tasks like taking photos and answering questions. Gigs pay between $3-$25 and payouts are typically within 72 hours. It's a flexible side hustle for extra cash.

Complete in-store gigs
Take photos and answer questions
Earn $3-$25 per gig
Get paid within 72 hours
Flexible scheduling
Photo challenges available
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What users say

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What's New in Observa

5.4.4

May 6, 2026

Includes camera upgrades to help users prevent blurry photos.

User reviews

SCAM!

THEY DO NOT PAY AT ALL! SUBMITTED A WHOLE TASK THEY ASKED AFTER TRAVELING FAR TO A STORE AND IT'S BEEN WEEKS. NOTHING! CONTACTED THE SUPPORT EMAIL MULTIPLE TIMES AND HEARD NOTHING FROM THEM! DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME WITH THESE DEVILS!

Waste of my time

I used the last of my gas money to go perform this task spent over an hour and wasn’t even able to submit. The requirements didn’t align with how Cosco is set up and they didn’t pay me. Thanks a lot
Some people can’t keep getting exploited like this

takes too long

Took me an hour and a half to finish one just for them to reject me because I didn’t know the difference between a display shelf and a main shelf which was not stated while I was taking photos. I also kept loosing my photos cause of an “error” having to restart it all over again. Not worth it for me but if you’re desperate for extra cash do it I guess.
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Timer in busy store makes it almost impossible

They only give you a short amount of time to complete the tasks and they send you walking all over the store. When I finally got to the pharmacy section they deleted the photos I took 4 separate times. After almost 2 hours of walking around this just about made me want to quit.
Finally it accepted my photos only to load for 10 minutes AND THE. DELETE MY ENTIRE APPLICATION.
Waste of my time, I’d give it 0 stars if I could
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Changed

I took a break from Observa due to the low compensation for observations(which were far in between). I was clearing up storage on my phone and decided to try again before deleting. To my surprise the pay rate has increased as well as the pay out time frame. I use to complete an observation at 8pm and I would be paid the next day(which was the only plus side to this app), now I’m on day 6 and my jobs are still in the review process, SIGH 😮‍💨………
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Disappearing/unpaid observations

Bug

Glitches during photo/data submission

Bug

Inaccurate store information

Bug

Requested Features

5 requests

More detailed task instructions

Feature

Ability to preview tasks before accepting

Feature

Longer time windows to complete tasks

Feature

Better communication from support team

Feature

Improved app stability and reliability

Feature

FAQ

Is Observa a legitimate way to make money?

Yes, Observa has been operating since 2016 and has paid out over $500,000 to its users. They partner with well-known brands and retailers, indicating a legitimate business model.

How much can I earn with Observa?

Gigs on Observa typically pay between $3 and $25. The average gig takes about 15-30 minutes to complete.

When will I get paid by Observa?

You will usually receive your payment within 72 hours of completing a gig. Please note that this timeframe may be extended during weekends and holidays.

Are there opportunities outside the US and Canada?

Currently, the majority of opportunities are located in the United States and Canada. Observa is actively working to expand its client base to offer more opportunities globally.

What happens if Observa rejects an observation?

If an observation is rejected, the data is not sent to the customer. Rejections occur only if the Observer fails to follow instructions correctly; over 90% of observations are accepted.

Does Observa have ads?

No, Observa does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use and does not display any ads to its users.

What devices does Observa support?

Observa is available on iPhones and iPads, as indicated by its supported devices list.

How often is Observa updated?

The latest version of Observa is 5.4.4, and it was last updated on May 6, 2026. This suggests a relatively active development cycle.