Each three‑hour cleaning shift pays more than VND200,000 (about US$8). With three to five shifts a week, Tram earns about VND4 million a month. Combined with her regular salary, this covers her rent and utilities in Ho Chi Minh City.

The people who apply for hourly cleaning jobs are getting younger. Many are under 45 and include office workers, teachers, real‑estate agents, small‑business owners, and students.

Most cleaners work three to five shifts a week. Each shift lasts two to three hours. This schedule lets them earn extra money while keeping evenings or days off free for family or friends.

Workers say the job is flexible, they receive payment instantly through the app, and it gives them a mental break from desk work. These factors make cleaning an attractive side job.

The extra earnings help many cover the high cost of living in Ho Chi Minh City. The flexible schedule also lets them continue their main careers without long‑term commitments.