Compare task marketplaces
We think the honest way to win is to show you the alternatives. Figures verified September 2026 from each company's published fees; check their sites for changes.
| Platform | Model | Poster pays | Tasker pays | Payment protection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taskerama | Tiered commission + booking fee, both shown up front | Booking fee by band, waived by membership | 20%, 12.5% + VAT by tier; 0% own clients | Yes, released on completion, refund to card |
| Airtasker | Commission from both sides | Connection fee £4.95, £39.95 per task (waived with £49.90/yr membership) | 12.5%, 20% + VAT, tiered by rolling 30-day earnings; 1.9% + fixed fee on repeat clients | Yes (Stripe), released on completion; refunds may be issued as credits |
| TaskRabbit | Hourly booking with platform fees | Trust & support fee added to each booking (percentage of the bill) | Service fee deducted from hourly rate (not published) | Charged after the task, by the hour |
| Bark | Pay-per-lead for professionals | Free | Buy credits to unlock each customer's contact details, typically £5, £40 per lead, whether or not you win the job | No; you pay the professional directly |
| MyBuilder | Pay-per-shortlist for tradespeople | Free | Fee charged when a tradesperson is shortlisted (varies by job size) | No |
| Checkatrade | Trade membership subscription | Free | Monthly membership from about £30 to £60+ | No |