Review of Instacart


Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Two Jobs for One Small Payment

I think this is a good way to earn some instant money, but the pay can be pretty low considering how far you sometimes have to drive. I went 8–13 miles there and back for an order and barely received a tip, making only about $11. I really think there should be some type of gas or mileage compensation, especially when we’re driving long distances.

Shopping for someone within a time limit can already be challenging, exhausting, and time-consuming. Then, having to drive and deliver the order afterward feels like doing two jobs for very little pay. We get no gas money or additional compensation, yet we’re expected to shop, drive, and provide good customer service. Some customers even complain about the service without leaving a tip.

I’ll definitely keep using the app because I enjoy being able to make money instantly, and hopefully the pay will improve over time. However, the compensation should better reflect the time, effort, mileage, and gas we’re putting into each delivery. Honestly, sometimes it feels like we’re doing all of this for free. Lucky anyone is willing to do it for such little pay.

October 7, 2026
Unprompted review
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