Menulog Driver Pay Australia Review: Is It Worth It in 2026?
Menulog is one of Australia's oldest food delivery platforms, and while it sits behind UberEats and DoorDash in brand recognition today, it still has an active driver network across Australia. But is delivering for Menulog worth it in 2026? Here's an honest review.
How Menulog Driver Pay Works
Menulog operates on a per-delivery payment model. Drivers earn a base rate per delivery, which varies by distance and demand. Unlike DoorDash, Menulog drivers do not receive customer tips through the app — Menulog does not have a customer-facing tipping feature, which is a notable disadvantage.
Real Menulog Earnings in Australia (2026)
- Casual (10–15 hrs/week): $150–$280/week
- Part-time (20–25 hrs/week): $380–$580/week
- Full-time (40+ hrs/week): $750–$1,100/week
Earnings tend to be slightly lower than UberEats due to lower order volume in most cities, but competition from other drivers is also lower — particularly in outer suburban and regional areas.
Where Menulog Works Best
- Outer suburban areas where UberEats coverage is thinner
- Regional cities and towns (Geelong, Bendigo, Toowoomba) where Menulog often has more restaurant partners
- As a multi-apping companion platform alongside UberEats or DoorDash in metro areas
Pros of Menulog
- Less driver competition in many suburban and regional areas
- Strong restaurant network in regions where UberEats/DoorDash are thin
- Good for multi-apping to fill gaps between other platform orders
Cons of Menulog
- No customer tipping through the app
- Lower order volume in most metro areas compared to UberEats
- Pay per delivery can be lower on short-distance orders
Is Menulog Worth It?
Menulog is worth using as part of a multi-app delivery strategy, particularly for drivers in regional areas or outer suburbs. As a standalone primary income source in competitive metro areas, it's harder to hit meaningful hourly targets compared to UberEats or DoorDash. Sign up for Menulog alongside at least one other platform and run them simultaneously to maximise your effective hourly rate.