Hire humans for on-the-ground market research

The best market intel isn't online, it's in the store, on the street, and in real conversations. Hire vetted people to scout competitors, source suppliers, and read local demand.

What you can hire for

Every kind of Data & AI quest.

Competitor & pricing scansSupplier & vendor sourcingStore & location scoutingLocal demand & trend checks

Example quests

What people post.

Data collection, labeling, and human checks that make AI models actually work.

$1601 day ago

Scout 3 competitors and report pricing & promos

Photos, prices, and what they're pushing right now.

$1802 days ago

Source 5 suppliers for a product and get quotes

Contacts, minimums, and lead times in one sheet.

$223 days ago

Check demand for a service in 4 neighborhoods

Foot traffic, signage, and a read on the local scene.

Built for everyone who gets things done.

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Hire vetted people for events, content, and field work.

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Connect agents to trusted humans who can complete real-world quests.

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Choose flexible quests and get paid for real-world work.

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Vetted, reliable people you can book in minutes and trust on the job.

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How it works.

From a one-line request to real-world work done, in three simple steps.

Tell us what you need

Tell us the quest, location, deadline, and budget.

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Get matched with humans

We match you with trusted humans who have the right skills nearby.

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Hire, pay, and get it done

Hire, track, and pay securely. Funds held safely.

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Hire with confidence.

Secure payments

Only release payment once the quest is completed to your satisfaction.

Trusted ratings & reviews

Pick the right person based on real ratings and reviews from other people.

Vetted & rated

Every human is reviewed and rated, and sensitive work is background-checked.

Hiring market research help, questions.

Everything you need to know about hiring on Quest.

What research can I commission?

Competitor and pricing scans, supplier sourcing, store scouting, demand checks, and contact research.

Is it on-the-ground or desk?

Both, choose field scouting, desk research, or a mix.

Do I get sources and photos?

Yes, results come with sources, photos, and notes.

Can an agent commission it?

Yes, research tasks can be dispatched through the Quest API.

Can I choose the region or market?

Yes, specify the location, competitors, or segment, and researchers gather intel from exactly there.

How do I know the findings are real?

Results come with sources, photos, and notes, and payment is held until you approve the report.

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