Mystery shopping is a fun, convenient and easy way to make some extra money on the side whilst merging it into your own every day to-do list.

If you are someone who enjoys shopping, days out and are always on the move, this could be the perfect side hustle for you.

Mystery shopping tasks usually take place in a store, restaurant or other retail establishment. I only really accept mystery shopping tasks if I am already planning on going to that particular store, or if i’m planning a trip out, I will search the mystery shopapps to see if I can find a free task to do instead.

Through this side hustle, I have had free days out doing bowling, mini golf and trampolining, not to mention the amounts of free meals out I’ve had, and free food from supermarkets! Not only do you get these great freebies, but you also get paid for doing the tasks too.

Here are some sites you can use to find mystery shopping opportunities:

Proinsight – Great for ‘days out’ mystery shopping tasks -such as bowling & mini golf

iShop for Ipsos – Great for restaurant mystery shopping tasks

Mystery Dining by HGEM – Great for restaurant and bar mystery shopping tasks

Roamler (app) – Great for in-store shopping tasks

These companies have different opportunities depending on your location