Spoiler: You won’t even have to leave your bed.
Let’s be real—nobody’s trying to work harder in 2025. With AI doing half the thinking, and apps automating the rest, people are getting paid to do less than ever before. And the best part? Most of them aren’t even calling it a hustle.
So if you’re not into waking up at 5 a.m., “grinding,” or doing more than 10 taps on your phone—this one’s for you.
Here are 10 ridiculously lazy ways people are actually making money right now (yes, even today).
1. Getting Paid to Walk… to the Fridge
Apps like Sweatcoin and StepBet reward you for doing what you already do—walk. Or shuffle. Whatever works.
Lazy Level: 9/10
Pro Tip: Clip your step tracker to your dog and go nap.
2. Selling Junk on Facebook Marketplace Without Meeting Anyone
Snap a pic, post it, and leave it on your porch. Someone Venmos you. You’ve decluttered and made $30 without putting on pants.
Lazy Level: 10/10
Pro Tip: Use “Porch Pickup Only” in the listing. Magic words.
3. Watching Ads for Gift Cards
Platforms like InboxDollars and Swagbucks pay you to… exist. Watch a video. Click something. Get paid.
Lazy Level: 10/10
Pro Tip: Let the ads play while you binge Netflix.
4. Uploading AI-Generated Quotes to Instagram
People are creating “inspirational” quote pages using AI tools like ChatGPT and Canva, scheduling them via Later, and slapping on affiliate links in the bio.
Lazy Level: 9/10
Pro Tip: Make it niche: sad breakup quotes, gym motivation, etc.
5. Reselling Free Stuff
Check the “Free” section on Craigslist or Facebook. Pick up stuff. List it again for $20–$50. Repeat.
Lazy Level: 8/10
Pro Tip: You don’t even have to clean it up—someone always wants it.
6. Starting a ‘Faceless’ YouTube Channel
Narrate listicles, true crime, or cat facts using AI voiceovers. Use stock video. Never show your face. Collect ad revenue.
Lazy Level: 9/10
Pro Tip: Use tools like Pictory or InVideo to do it all for you.
7. Renting Out Your Driveway or Storage Space
Live near anything remotely popular? Use apps like Neighbor or Spacer to turn your driveway or spare closet into passive cash.
Lazy Level: 10/10
Pro Tip: Don’t even interact with renters—just unlock the gate.
8. Letting Your Opinions Pay the Bills
User testing, product feedback, surveys—you name it. Sites like UserTesting pay you $10–$50 for your thoughts.
Lazy Level: 8/10
Pro Tip: Say exactly what’s on your mind. No filter.
9. Getting Paid to Play Games
Yes, there are still legit apps that pay to play. Try Mistplay for Android or Skillz for competitive games with real payouts.
Lazy Level: 9/10
Pro Tip: Use an old phone just for this and rack up points in your spare time.
10. Selling AI-Generated T-Shirts
AI + Print-on-Demand = Gold. Use ChatGPT to generate phrases. Use Canva or Midjourney for designs. Upload to Redbubble, TeePublic, or Printful.
Lazy Level: 9/10
Pro Tip: Niche down. Weird dog sayings, regional slang, astrology—go specific.
Making money in 2025 doesn’t mean you have to grind ‘til your eyeballs fall out. In fact, the laziest among us are winning—and they’re doing it with their feet up, phones in hand, and passive income rolling in.
So if you’re broke, bored, and barely motivated… you’re in the perfect position to start.
