Uber vs DoorDash vs Airtasker Pay — Australia 2026

Uber Eats

Covered by $31.30 ruling

$31.30 floor (regulated)

Weekly: $900 - $1,600 (30 hrs)

Pros: Largest order volume in most cities, surge zones boost pay, the $31.30/hr regulated floor applies from 1 July 2026.

Cons: Fuel/vehicle wear is still on you; peak hours (dinner, weekends) are when the money is made.

DoorDash

Covered by $31.30 ruling

$31.30 floor (regulated)

Weekly: $850 - $1,500 (30 hrs)

Pros: Flexible scheduling, peak-pay bonuses, strong market share in suburban areas; covered by the same regulated floor.

Cons: Order density depends heavily on your zone; cold zones mean long waits between drops.

Airtasker

Not covered by ruling

$30 - $50 typical (agreed per task)

Weekly: $600 - $2,000 (varies)

Pros: Highest per-task ceiling for skilled work (handyman, assembly); no vehicle needed for many tasks; build repeat clients.

Cons: NOT covered by the $31.30/hr ruling — pay is whatever you and the client agree; unpaid travel between tasks; Airtasker takes a service fee.

Does the $31.30/hr minimum wage apply to Uber Eats and DoorDash?

Yes. From 1 July 2026 the Fair Work Commission’s road transport determination sets a regulated minimum of $31.30 per hour (before vehicle cost allowances) for food-delivery and certain transport gig platforms, which includes Uber Eats, DoorDash and Menulog. Both platforms must structure pay so that engaged delivery workers receive at least that floor across a block, accounting for time spent waiting and travelling between orders.

Is Airtasker covered by the $31.30/hr ruling?

No. The ruling is a road-transport determination aimed at delivery and certain transport gig work. Airtasker is a task marketplace — cleaning, assembly, moving help, handyman jobs — and sits under a different classification, so the regulated minimum does not apply. Your Airtasker pay is whatever you and the client agree per task; skilled taskers routinely beat $31.30/hr, but there is no floor.

Who pays more, Uber Eats, DoorDash or Airtasker?

For unskilled delivery work, Uber Eats and DoorDash are roughly tied and both now have the $31.30/hr regulated floor, so effective pay after expenses lands around $24-30/hr. Airtasker’s median is similar ($30-50/hr) but with a much wider range: a skilled handyman or assembler can clear $50-70/hr, while a new tasker underpricing cleaning jobs can fall below the regulated floor. The right answer depends on whether you have a vehicle, a trade skill and the patience to build reviews.

What are real earnings after expenses on Uber Eats and DoorDash?

After fuel, vehicle wear, insurance and the unpaid time between orders, real take-home for a delivery rider lands at roughly $24-30/hr in 2026, even with the regulated floor. Working 30 hours a week typically returns $900-1,500. E-bike and scooter delivery keeps vehicle costs lower than a car, which is the single biggest lever on net pay.

Can I run Uber Eats, DoorDash and Airtasker at the same time?

Yes, and many gig workers do — it is the most reliable way to smooth out slow periods. Multi-apping across Uber Eats and DoorDash lets you take whichever platform offers the better order at any moment. Airtasker pairs well on days when you have a scheduled task, because you can fill the gaps with delivery. Just track all income and expenses for tax, since each platform reports separately.

Which platform is best for a beginner with no vehicle?

Airtasker, because a large share of tasks (cleaning, assembly, errands, online tasks) need no car. Among delivery platforms, DoorDash is the friendliest to bike and e-bike couriers in inner suburbs, and both DoorDash and Uber Eats let you start on a bicycle in most capital cities. Use the gig worth calculator to model your likely profit before you sign up.