TikTok Side Hustle Reviews: Are They Worth It?
Introduction
Hey everyone, it’s Tom here from This Online World! I hope you’re all having a fantastic day today.
I heard through the grapevine that a lot of people on TikTok are talking about ways to make money online and start side hustles to become rich. As a [age]-year-old dude, I know a lot of my friends are on TikTok. I even made a TikTok account a while back, posted some videos for fun, but honestly, it’s not really my thing.
In this video, we’re going to dive into TikTok, search #sidehustle, and see what these so-called “TikTok gurus” are saying about making money online. I’ll rate these side hustles out of 10, break down the pros and cons, and determine if TikTok actually provides legit financial advice or just clickbait nonsense.
So, without further ado, let’s get started!
Reviewing TikTok Side Hustles
Side Hustle #1: Retail Arbitrage – Reselling Dollar Store Books
- TikTok Creator: Maddie Side Hustles
- Likes: ~1 million
- Comments & Shares: High engagement
The TikTok Side Hustle Breakdown
Maddie suggests going to Dollar Tree or Dollar General, buying books for $1, and reselling them on eBay for profit.
Is This a Good Idea?
This is called retail arbitrage, a legit business model where you buy cheap goods and resell them for more. But Maddie doesn’t mention the risks:
- Not all books sell quickly.
- Inventory costs and storage space.
- Competition on eBay.
Final Verdict
- Pros: Simple concept, legit reselling strategy.
- Cons: Holding inventory, low-profit margins, high competition.
- Rating: 6/10
Side Hustle #2: Affiliate Marketing with ClickBank
- TikTok Creator: Spencer Hacks
- Likes: ~ [Number]
- Comments & Shares: High engagement
The TikTok Side Hustle Breakdown
Spencer suggests using ClickBank, promoting digital products, and answering Quora questions to drive sales.
Is This a Good Idea?
Affiliate marketing is 100% legit, but his method is misleading:
- ClickBank has low-quality, spammy products.
- Quora bans affiliate links, so this method won’t work as easily as he claims.
- This takes months or years, not just “10 minutes.”
Final Verdict
- Pros: Affiliate marketing works when done right.
- Cons: ClickBank is low-quality, method isn’t practical.
- Rating: 3/10
Side Hustle #3: Etsy Dropshipping via Facebook Marketplace
- TikTok Creator: Sarah Finance
- Likes: [Number]
- Comments & Shares: High engagement
The TikTok Side Hustle Breakdown
Sarah suggests finding cheap products on Etsy, listing them on Facebook Marketplace, and selling them at a markup.
Is This a Good Idea?
This actually works because:
- Etsy products have handmade & vintage appeal.
- Facebook Marketplace attracts buyers for unique items.
Potential Issues
- Shipping delays (buyers expect fast delivery).
- Etsy sellers might not allow reselling.
Final Verdict
- Pros: Creative, legit business model, no upfront cost.
- Cons: Logistics can be tricky.
- Rating: 8/10 (Best one so far!)
Side Hustle #4: User Testing for Cas
- TikTok Creator: UK Side Hustle
- Likes: [Number]
- Comments & Shares: High engagement
The TikTok Side Hustle Breakdown
The creator claims you can make £1,000+ in two weeks by testing websites on UserTesting.com.
Is This a Good Idea?
User testing is real, but the earnings are highly exaggerated.
- Gigs are extremely competitive.
- You might get 1-2 tests per month, not daily work.
Final Verdict
- Pros: A real side hustle for extra cash.
- Cons: Hard to get gigs, won’t make you rich.
- Rating: 2/10 (Too much exaggeration)
Side Hustle #5: Google Translate for Freelance Translation
- TikTok Creator: [Name]
- Likes: [Number]
- Comments & Shares: High engagement
The TikTok Side Hustle Breakdown
The creator suggests using Google Translate to sell translation services on PeoplePerHour and Fiverr.
Is This a Good Idea?
- This is a terrible idea because Google Translate isn’t accurate.
- Clients expect human-quality translations, and bad work = bad reviews.
Final Verdict
- Pros: None.
- Cons: Misleading, will get you banned from freelance platforms.
- Rating: 0/10 (Absolute fail)
Final Thoughts on TikTok Side Hustles
After reviewing these TikTok side hustles, here’s what I’ve learned:
What Actually Works?
- Etsy Dropshipping (8/10) → Best side hustle in this list.
- Retail Arbitrage (6/10) → Works, but requires effort.
- Affiliate Marketing (3/10) → Legit but not as easy as TikTok claims.
What’s a Waste of Time?
- User Testing (2/10) → Real but overhyped.
- Google Translate for Freelance Work (0/10) → Absolutely terrible.
My Opinion
Honestly, I was hoping to find better side hustles, but most TikTok videos lack depth and honesty. The Etsy method was the best, and I’d actually consider testing it out myself. If you want realistic ways to make money, avoid get-rich-quick schemes and focus on skills & long-term strategies.
