Roamler Review UK: Legit Mystery Shopping or Waste of Time?
Looking to make some extra money in your free time? Then mystery shopping could be worth a look. But is Roamler actually any good, or is it another app that promises more than it delivers? I’ve been using it myself, so here’s exactly what you can expect, how much you can realistically earn per hour, and how to join with an invite code.
Roamler summary
This is quite a useful app for making a bit of extra money. The main issue is that how much you can earn depends heavily on where you live. Major cities tend to have far more jobs available, often close together, while those in smaller towns may need to travel much further.
Pros
- A good number of jobs available
- Varied types of work
- Payment is usually confirmed quickly
Cons
- Doesn’t pay vast amounts per task
- Some tasks require a lot of photos
Reviewed by Household Money SavingRoamler
I’m constantly looking for ways to make money on the side. With a growing family, any extra income can always help. That’s why I find apps a really useful way of helping to earn extra, as it means I can do it from home or when I’m out and about. And there are plenty of money-making apps out there.
I have had differing degrees of success with mystery shopping sites I have joined in the past. I have found some brilliant jobs which have earned me £50 from nothing more than a couple of phone calls. I’ve also had some fairly pointless jobs which have paid me £10, after spending £20 on dinner. Yes, it’s nice to have money off a meal but you can’t make money if you’re spending it!
Roamler is a mystery shopping company that I have only just gotten around to trying. Everything is run from an app on your phone, so almost anyone can do it.
What is Roamler?
This is a task-based app that will pay you for completing small jobs. These generally involve mystery shopping and merchandising tasks. Most of these jobs are conducted when you’re out and about, although some can be completed from home.
Taken from their website:
Roamler helps the most important brands make sure their products are always visible and available in supermarkets, stores, bars, restaurants, etc. We’ll ask you to fill in short questionnaires, take pictures, act as a mystery shopper, refill shelves with products, build up promotional displays, and much more! Tasks will be displayed to you according to your location, skills, and experience level.
The Roamler app is owned by Roamler UK Limited, a British company based in Birmingham that has been operating since 2016. However, Roamler is an international company that first started back in 2011.
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How does Roamler work?
Like any mystery shopping site, Roamler doesn’t just give you a task and let you get on with it. First of all, Roamler explains what they expect from you as a mystery shopper and gives guidance on how to complete their tasks. You will then need to complete a short test afterwards to ensure you understand. Don’t worry though, it’s all pretty straightforward.
You will need to complete one mystery shop before receiving paid tasks, but it’s a very quick job and takes just a few minutes.
Once you’re up and running, you’ll have four sections on the app you can visit.
Mystery – You can complete these mystery shopping tasks for cash and XP.
Online reviews – You will need to buy an item online or in-store and then leave a review online. You’ll earn cash, XP and be reimbursed for buying the product.
Experience – This involves just answering some basic profile questions. Although they aren’t paid, you will earn some XP.
Training – These get you ready for other tasks. Again, they are not paid but will give you some XP.
Moving up levels
As you can see above, you will often be awarded XP when finishing tasks. This XP moves you up levels; the higher your level, the more earning opportunities you receive. But the biggest benefit to moving up levels is that it allows you to refer others.
Roamler invite code
As I’m sure you know, users can’t join Roamler without using an activation code. Fortunately, Roamler has given me my own exclusive code to share: HouseholdMoneySaving
And once you join and reach level 3, you’ll get your own code. Share this with friends and family and you’ll earn £2 when they reach level 2, plus 2% of their earnings from tasks.
The good bits
Out of all the mystery shopping sites I have joined, Roamler seems to offer the most jobs. Even in my local (and small) town, there were over 20 jobs available. Most tasks will take you no more than a few minutes and the pay works out well.
Roamler is very good at explaining what is expected before you accept each task. With some other mystery shopping sites, I have found that when you get to the store and open the task, suddenly, the list you need to complete gets longer and longer. But Roamler gives you a full explanation before you start.
The jobs on offer can be quite varied. If you enjoy a chat, you can accept a task questioning shop owners about a specific brand’s display in their store. Or, you can visit a bar and order a pint to see if it’s poured perfectly. If it is, you tell the barman and they win a prize. If not, you just walk away. Unsteadily if you decide to stay for several pints. There were actually two of these tasks nearby when I checked, so great for an evening out!
It doesn’t take long for tasks to be reviewed and paid – usually within a couple of hours. However, when new and popular tasks appear, the review may take a little longer but Roamler will warn you.
Any downsides?
Although the tasks are short, they don’t pay big bucks. Usually, you’re looking at £2-3 for each job. Generally, they’re not worth making a specific trip for but they are good if you happen to be passing.
Some of the tasks require you to take quite a few photos. As you’re trying to manoeuvre back as far as you can to take a photo of a shelf, other customers will give you some odd looks. Roamler does provide you with a letter of authorisation in case staff ask what you’re doing, but nobody has ever bothered to ask me.
What other people say
There are many reviews online for Roamler and most are fairly positive. Users on Trustpilot give the app a decent 3.7 out of 5. Some reviewers see it as a decent way to make money, although others complain about their tasks being rejected.
How much can you make from Roamler?
You can withdraw your money through PayPal, which usually arrives in your account within an hour.
Your pay rate is difficult to judge because of several factors, such as how far the task is from your home and the varying rates of pay. For example, the pint-pulling task above doesn’t need to take longer than finishing your drink (if you want to). And because they are very close together, you could earn £14 in under 30 minutes. The £2 tasks take around 5 minutes each and with travelling, you could probably complete 6-7 within an hour.
Expected pay per hour: £12
My Roamler review conclusion
So, is Roamler worth joining? Yes. It’s one of the better mystery shopping apps out there. You won’t replace your full-time income, but it’s a solid way to top up your earnings, especially if you combine it with other apps like Field Agent when you’re already out and about.
If you’re organised, follow instructions properly, and live near a decent number of shops or pubs, Roamler can be a surprisingly efficient little earner.
Roamler invite code
Here’s my exclusive code for new users: HouseholdMoneySaving
And once you join and reach level 3, you’ll get your own code. Share this with friends and family and you’ll earn £2 when they reach level 2, plus 2% of their earnings from tasks.
