Tiptapp Stockholm – how does it work and what does it cost?

If you live in Stockholm and need help getting rid of furniture, transporting a Blocket purchase or clearing out a basement, you have probably come across Tiptapp. The app promises quick, affordable help from people nearby — but how does it actually work, what does it cost, and is it the best option for your particular job?

This guide covers everything you need to know about Tiptapp in Stockholm in 2026: pricing, how the app works step by step, real user reviews, insurance limitations, legal concerns and practical tips for booking. We also compare Tiptapp with Ungdomskraft, the leading alternative for junk removal and transport help in Stockholm.

Full transparency: we are Ungdomskraft, so we obviously have a stake in this comparison. However, every fact about Tiptapp in this guide is sourced from their own website, app terms, Trustpilot reviews and published journalism from Hem & Hyra, SVT, Dagens industri and Dagens Nyheter. We let you draw your own conclusions.

Based in Gothenburg? Read our Tiptapp Gothenburg guide instead.

If you want a head-to-head breakdown of both services, read our full Ungdomskraft vs Tiptapp comparison. This guide goes deeper into the Stockholm-specific experience of using Tiptapp.

Tiptapp is a Swedish app-based marketplace — not a transport or junk-removal company. Founded in 2016, the platform connects customers who need something moved or removed with private individuals willing to do the work. Think of it as an Uber-style model for hauling furniture, except the workers use their own vehicles and set their own prices.

The business model is straightforward: you post a job, a worker accepts it, and Tiptapp takes a 25 % commission on the agreed price. The remaining 75 % goes to the worker. Tiptapp does not employ anyone who carries, drives or disposes of items — the platform simply facilitates the transaction.

Tiptapp operates primarily in Sweden's three largest cities: Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö. Stockholm is by far the biggest market, which means more workers are available but also more variability in quality and reliability.

It is important to understand what Tiptapp is not. It is not an employer. It does not own vehicles. It does not train workers. It does not hold waste-transport permits. It does not carry out background checks on the people who show up at your door. The platform's own CEO has confirmed this publicly. This distinction matters because it affects insurance, liability, the RUT tax deduction and your rights as a customer.

For simple tasks — like giving away a free piece of furniture to someone who can pick it up — Tiptapp can be a convenient tool. For larger, more complex or higher-value jobs, the limitations of the marketplace model become significant, as we will explore throughout this guide.

Using Tiptapp in Stockholm follows a standard marketplace flow. Below is a step-by-step walkthrough, followed by an overview of the services available on the platform.

Step by step

1. Download the app — Tiptapp is available on iOS and Android. Download it from the App Store or Google Play.
2. Create an account — Sign up with your email or phone number. You will need to verify your identity with BankID.
3. Take photos — Photograph the items you need help with. Clear, well-lit photos attract more workers and reduce misunderstandings.
4. Describe the job — Write what needs to be done: pickup address, floor level, whether there is a lift, how many items, and any access issues (common in Stockholm's older buildings).
5. Set a price — You suggest a price or let workers bid. Pricing is entirely market-driven; there is no fixed rate card.
6. Publish the job — Your listing goes live and becomes visible to workers in the Stockholm area.
7. Receive bids or acceptances — Workers can accept your price directly or suggest a different amount. You choose who to go with.
8. Confirm and schedule — Agree on a time. Note that there is no binding guarantee the worker will actually show up at the agreed time.
9. Pay through the app — Payment is handled in-app via card or Swish. Tiptapp's 25 % commission is included in the price you see.
10. Job completed — The worker picks up, transports and (ideally) disposes of or delivers your items.

What services are available?

Tiptapp in Stockholm covers several categories:

• Junk removal — Picking up furniture, appliances and household items for disposal. This is the most popular category.
• Blocket transport — Transporting items bought or sold on Blocket. See our guide to Blocket transport for tips.
• Facebook Marketplace transport — Same concept for Facebook Marketplace purchases.
• Moving help — Tiptapp has a moving category, though using a private individual for a full move in Stockholm carries obvious risks. Did you know you can get the RUT deduction on moving?
• Free giveaways — Listing items as free for someone to collect. This is arguably Tiptapp's strongest use case.

For any of these categories, Ungdomskraft offers a professional alternative with employed staff, a company van and full insurance. See our transport help page for details.

Pricing on Tiptapp is entirely market-driven. There is no official price list — the cost depends on what workers in the Stockholm area are willing to accept. This makes it difficult to predict exactly what you will pay, but we can share typical ranges based on listings and user reports.

Price examples

• Single item pickup (sofa, mattress, fridge) — SEK 300–800
• Small junk removal (3–5 items) — SEK 800–2,000
• Larger junk removal (half a room or more) — SEK 2,000–5,000
• Blocket/Marketplace transport (single item, within Stockholm) — SEK 400–1,200
• Small move (studio or single room) — SEK 2,000–5,000
• Basement or attic clearance — SEK 3,000–8,000+

These are rough estimates. In central Stockholm, where parking is scarce and buildings are old, prices tend to land at the higher end. Outlying areas like Haninge or Järfälla may be cheaper if a local worker takes the job.

Hidden costs

The price you see in the app already includes Tiptapp's 25 % commission, but there are other costs you may not anticipate:

• Extra demands on-site — A well-documented problem is workers accepting a price in the app and then demanding more money when they arrive, citing "extra work" such as stairs, heavy items or long carrying distances. If you refuse, the worker may leave.
• No RUT tax deduction — Since Tiptapp workers are private individuals without F-tax certificates, the 50 % RUT deduction is never available. This is the single biggest hidden cost: a job that would cost SEK 2,000 after RUT with Ungdomskraft costs SEK 3,500–4,000 via Tiptapp. Read more about the RUT deduction on junk removal.
• Recycling centre fees — Some workers pass on the cost of tipping fees at the recycling centre. In Stockholm, fees for bulky waste can be SEK 100–500 depending on the item.
• Damage costs — If something breaks and the worker's insurance does not cover it, you bear the cost. Omocom's insurance has significant limitations (see the insurance section below).

For a transparent, fixed-price alternative that includes a van, insurance and the RUT deduction, see our furniture removal service.

User reviews give a real-world picture of what it is like to use Tiptapp in Stockholm. We have looked at Trustpilot, the App Store and Google Play to compile a balanced summary.

Positive reviews

Many satisfied Tiptapp users highlight:

• Convenience — The app is easy to use and posting a job takes just a few minutes.
• Speed for small jobs — For simple pickups, especially free giveaways, a worker can sometimes accept within hours.
• Lower upfront cost for tiny jobs — If you only need a single small item removed and don't care about insurance or RUT, Tiptapp can be the cheapest option.

These positive experiences tend to come from users with simple, low-stakes jobs — giving away a bookshelf, having a single box transported, or getting rid of a mattress.

Negative reviews

The negative reviews paint a more concerning picture, especially for larger jobs:

• No-shows — Workers accepting a job and then not turning up is a recurring complaint. This is particularly frustrating when you have taken time off work or booked a lift.
• Demands for extra payment — Multiple reviewers describe workers arriving and immediately asking for more money than agreed.
• Poor communication — Language barriers and unresponsive workers make it hard to coordinate, especially for time-sensitive jobs.
• Damage without compensation — Reviewers report scratched floors, broken items and dented walls with little recourse through Tiptapp's support.
• Illegal dumping — Some users discovered their items were dumped in forests or car parks instead of being taken to a recycling centre.

On Trustpilot, Tiptapp has a rating of approximately 3.2 out of 5. By comparison, Ungdomskraft has a 4.7 out of 5 rating based on over 2,500 reviews. The difference reflects the fundamental gap between a gig marketplace and a service company with employed staff and quality control.

Insurance is one of the most misunderstood aspects of using Tiptapp. Many customers assume they are fully covered — but the reality is more nuanced.

Tiptapp offers transport insurance through Omocom, a company specialising in sharing-economy coverage. The policy has several important limitations:

• Maximum 24-hour window — The insurance is valid only during transport and for a maximum of 24 hours. Damage before pickup or after delivery is not covered.
• You must pack items correctly — If damage results from inadequate packaging — and you as the customer are responsible for packaging — compensation may be denied.
• Claims go through Omocom, not Tiptapp — Tiptapp is not party to the insurance claim. You deal with a third-party insurer who has no context about your job.
• Coverage caps — There are monetary limits on what Omocom will pay out per item and per job.

In Stockholm specifically, these limitations matter more than in many other cities. Many buildings in Södermalm, Vasastan and Östermalm have narrow stairways without lifts. Carrying a heavy sofa down four flights of steep stairs in a 1920s building is exactly the kind of situation where damage happens — to your items, to walls and banisters, and to the building's parquet floors. Stockholm's older buildings often have listed interiors where repair costs can be substantial.

Elevator buildings bring their own challenges: booking the lift, protecting the interior, and manoeuvring large items through tight corridors. A professional team knows how to handle these situations; a private individual from Tiptapp may not.

By contrast, Ungdomskraft is insured through Trygg Hansa, one of Sweden's largest insurance companies. The policy provides full liability coverage for the entire duration of the job. If something goes wrong, you contact your dedicated contact person at Ungdomskraft — the company handles the claim directly. No third-party runaround, no disputes with a private individual.

Tiptapp as a platform is legal in Sweden. There is no law against operating a marketplace that connects customers with workers. However, the activities that take place on the platform have attracted significant legal and regulatory scrutiny.

Key concerns that have been raised:

• Hem & Hyra investigation — The tenants' magazine examined 85 Tiptapp drivers and found that nearly half lacked a valid Swedish driving licence. Workers with stolen identities operated on the platform. Nearly a quarter had been investigated or convicted of crimes including assault, drug offences and fraud.
• Swedish Transport Agency (Transportstyrelsen) — The agency summoned Tiptapp to a meeting to discuss concerns about unlicensed drivers and non-compliant vehicles.
• Parliamentary debate (Riksdagen) — The issue of gig-economy platforms operating without adequate oversight was raised in parliament, with Tiptapp cited as a specific example.
• Illegal waste dumping — Multiple media reports have documented Tiptapp workers dumping items in forests, car parks and other illegal locations instead of taking them to recycling centres.
• City of Stockholm — The city previously attempted to ban Tiptapp from operating at municipal recycling centres, though the decision was later overturned.

An important point for customers: if a Tiptapp worker dumps your items illegally, you as the customer could potentially be held responsible. Swedish environmental law places the burden on the waste owner to ensure proper disposal. While prosecution of individual households is rare, the legal risk exists.

With Ungdomskraft, all items are either donated to Myrorna (the Salvation Army's second-hand chain) or sorted and taken to a recycling centre in full compliance with municipal regulations. You receive confirmation of proper disposal.

If you decide to use Tiptapp in Stockholm, here is a practical checklist to minimise risk and frustration. These tips are Stockholm-specific, based on the city's unique building stock, parking situation and logistics.

• Check the worker's profile — Look at ratings and number of completed jobs. Avoid workers with no history or very few reviews.
• Be specific in your listing — Describe the exact number of items, floor level, whether there is a lift, and any access issues. Stockholm's buildings vary enormously — a ground-floor apartment in Hammarby Sjöstad is very different from a fifth-floor walkup on Södermalm.
• Photograph everything — Take clear photos from multiple angles. This protects you if there is a dispute about the scope of the job.
• Book the building's lift in advance — Many Stockholm apartment buildings require you to book the goods lift (varuhusen) 24–48 hours ahead. If you forget, the worker may not be able to complete the job.
• Arrange a parking permit — In central Stockholm (Södermalm, Vasastan, Kungsholmen, Östermalm, Gamla Stan), street parking is scarce and expensive. A worker who cannot park nearby may refuse the job or demand extra payment. Consider applying for a temporary loading-zone permit from the City of Stockholm.
• Be aware of Gamla Stan access — Stockholm's old town has extremely narrow streets, cobblestones and restricted vehicle access. Many larger vehicles simply cannot enter. If your items are in Gamla Stan, confirm with the worker that their vehicle can actually reach your address.
• Södermalm narrow doors — Many buildings on Södermalm, particularly around Nytorget and Hornstull, have unusually narrow doorways and steep staircases. Measure your largest items and communicate dimensions clearly.
• Confirm the vehicle type — Ask the worker what vehicle they will bring. A regular car boot is not enough for a sofa. You need at minimum a van or a car with a trailer.
• Agree on recycling — Explicitly ask the worker to take items to a recycling centre and request photo confirmation. This does not guarantee compliance, but it creates a record.
• Have a backup plan — Given the documented risk of no-shows, have an alternative ready. Ungdomskraft offers fixed-time bookings at boka.ungdomskraft.com with guaranteed arrival.

These precautions reduce risk but do not eliminate it. The fundamental issue with Tiptapp's marketplace model is that you are relying on a private individual with no formal accountability to the platform or to you.

Ungdomskraft

The leading professional alternative to Tiptapp in Stockholm is Ungdomskraft. Where Tiptapp is a marketplace connecting you with unknown private individuals, Ungdomskraft is a service company that sends its own employed, background-checked workers with a company van to every job.

Here is what you get with Ungdomskraft:

• Fixed price — You see your price instantly when booking at boka.ungdomskraft.com. No bidding, no surprises, no extra demands on-site.
• RUT tax deduction (50 %) — Handled automatically on the invoice. A job with SEK 4,000 in labour costs you only SEK 2,000 after RUT. Tiptapp can never offer this.
• Trygg Hansa insurance — Full liability coverage for the entire job, not a 24-hour Omocom policy with packaging conditions.
• Employed workers — Background-checked young employees with training, employment contracts and fair working conditions.
• Company van included — No guessing what vehicle shows up. A fully equipped van is always part of the service.
• Dedicated contact person — Reach your personal contact via phone or chat. No email-only support.
• Environmental responsibility — Items in good condition are donated to Myrorna. The rest is sorted and taken to a recycling centre. No illegal dumping.

Ungdomskraft covers all the services available on Tiptapp and more: junk removal in Stockholm, furniture removal, transport help, Blocket transport, Facebook Marketplace transport, moving help in Stockholm, carrying help for moving, house clearance, appliance removal and furniture assembly. The company has a 4.7 rating on Trustpilot based on over 2,500 reviews.

Other alternatives

Beyond Ungdomskraft and Tiptapp, Stockholm residents have a few other options:

• Drive to the recycling centre yourself — Stockholm has several recycling centres (återvinningscentraler) operated by Stockholm Vatten och Avfall. If you have a car and a roof rack or trailer, this is the cheapest option for small amounts of waste. The downside is time, vehicle limitations and the physical effort of loading and unloading.
• Traditional moving companies — Companies like Flyttfirma Stockholm or national chains offer full-service moving but are typically more expensive and geared toward complete household moves rather than individual item transport or junk removal.
• Municipal bulky-waste collection — Some Stockholm municipalities offer scheduled pickups of large items. Availability and wait times vary; it can take weeks to get a slot.

For most people who need a combination of speed, reliability, fair pricing and insurance, Ungdomskraft sits in the sweet spot between the uncertainty of Tiptapp and the higher cost of traditional movers.

The choice between Tiptapp and Ungdomskraft comes down to what you value most: the lowest possible upfront cost for a tiny job, or reliability, insurance and accountability for anything larger. The table below summarises the key differences.

	Ungdomskraft	Tiptapp
Model	Service company with employees	Marketplace (gig economy)
Staff	Employed, background-checked workers	Private individuals, no background checks
Vehicle	Company van always included	Varies — unknown vehicle
Insurance	Trygg Hansa (full liability)	Omocom (limited, max 24 h)
RUT deduction	Always available (50 % back)	Never available
Fixed price	Yes — shown at booking	No — market-driven bidding
Customer service	Dedicated contact, phone + chat	Email only
Language	Swedish and English	Varies per worker
Environmental responsibility	Donation to Myrorna + recycling centre	No guarantee — dumping reported
Customer rating	4.7 on Trustpilot (2,500+ reviews)	3.2 on Trustpilot

For a deeper dive into every aspect of this comparison, read our full Ungdomskraft vs Tiptapp guide.

How much does Tiptapp cost in Stockholm?

Prices on Tiptapp are set by the marketplace, meaning workers decide what they are willing to accept. A single furniture pickup typically costs SEK 300–800, while removing several items can land at SEK 1,500–4,000 or more. Tiptapp takes a 25 % commission that is included in the price. Crucially, the RUT tax deduction is never available through Tiptapp, so you always pay full price.

How does the Tiptapp app work?

You download the app, create an account with BankID, take photos of your items, describe the job and set a price. Workers in the Stockholm area can then accept or bid. Once you approve a worker, you agree on a time and pay through the app. The process is straightforward, but the outcome depends entirely on which worker you get.

Is Tiptapp legal in Sweden?

The platform itself is legal. However, investigations have revealed significant issues with workers on the platform: unlicensed drivers, stolen identities and illegal waste dumping. The Swedish Transport Agency and parliament have both addressed these concerns. As a customer, you are not breaking the law by using Tiptapp, but you should be aware of these documented problems.

Can you get the RUT tax deduction with Tiptapp?

No. The RUT deduction requires the service provider to be a registered company with an F-tax certificate. Tiptapp's workers are private individuals, so RUT is never available. With Ungdomskraft, the RUT deduction is always included — automatically handled on the invoice — which halves the labour cost. This single difference often makes Ungdomskraft the cheaper option.

What happens if the Tiptapp worker doesn't show up?

No-shows are a frequently reported issue on Tiptapp. Workers may accept a job and then cancel, go silent or simply not arrive. Tiptapp can try to find a replacement, but there is no guaranteed timeframe. If you need certainty — for example, you are moving out and the landlord expects the flat empty — book with Ungdomskraft for a guaranteed fixed-time arrival.

Are items insured during a Tiptapp transport?

Tiptapp provides transport insurance via Omocom, valid for a maximum of 24 hours. You must pack items correctly yourself; inadequate packaging can void the claim. Damage claims are handled by Omocom, not Tiptapp. Ungdomskraft is insured through Trygg Hansa with full liability coverage for the entire job — no third-party claims process.

Who is responsible if something breaks during a Tiptapp job?

In practice, any dispute is between you and the worker — who is typically a private individual. Tiptapp takes no responsibility for the worker's performance or any damage caused. With Ungdomskraft, the company assumes full liability. You contact your dedicated contact person and the company handles everything through its Trygg Hansa policy.

Can Tiptapp workers demand more money than agreed?

Yes, and this is one of the most common complaints. A worker may accept your price in the app but then arrive and claim the job is bigger than expected, demanding SEK 500–1,000 extra. If you refuse, the worker may walk away, leaving you stranded. Ungdomskraft gives you a fixed price at booking — what you see is what you pay.

How do I know my furniture is taken to a recycling centre and not dumped?

You cannot guarantee this through Tiptapp. Despite platform rules requiring proper disposal, there have been documented cases of workers dumping items in nature. Ungdomskraft sorts all items, donates usable goods to Myrorna and takes the rest to Stockholm's recycling centres with full traceability.

What alternatives to Tiptapp are there in Stockholm?

The primary alternative is Ungdomskraft, offering junk removal, transport, moving and carrying help with employed staff, a company van, Trygg Hansa insurance and the RUT deduction. Other options include driving to a recycling centre yourself or hiring a traditional moving company.

Does Tiptapp do background checks on its workers?

No. Tiptapp's CEO has publicly confirmed that the company does not background-check workers. The Hem & Hyra investigation found that nearly half of examined drivers lacked a valid Swedish driving licence, and a significant number had criminal records or debts. Ungdomskraft background-checks every employee before they start working.

Can I book Tiptapp for moving in Stockholm?

Tiptapp has a moving category, but "moving help" on the platform means a private individual with an unknown vehicle and no professional training. For a proper move in Stockholm, Ungdomskraft sends a trained team with a company van, protective materials and full insurance.

How quickly can you get help through Tiptapp in Stockholm?

Response times vary. For popular job types (free giveaways, small pickups), a worker may accept within hours. For larger or less attractive jobs, it can take days. Ungdomskraft offers fixed-time booking, often with availability within a few days, and guarantees that the team arrives at the scheduled time.

What is the difference between Tiptapp and Ungdomskraft?

Tiptapp is a gig marketplace where private individuals accept jobs via an app. Ungdomskraft is a service company with employed workers, a company van, Trygg Hansa insurance and the RUT tax deduction. For a full head-to-head comparison, read our Ungdomskraft vs Tiptapp guide.

Is Tiptapp or Ungdomskraft cheaper after the RUT deduction?

After RUT, Ungdomskraft is typically cheaper. Example: a job with SEK 4,000 in labour costs SEK 2,000 after the 50 % RUT deduction with Ungdomskraft. The same job on Tiptapp — where RUT is not available — typically costs SEK 3,000–4,000. On top of the lower price, Ungdomskraft includes a van, insurance and employed staff.

Can you use Tiptapp to give away furniture for free in Stockholm?

Yes, and this is one of Tiptapp's strongest features. You list an item as free, and someone comes to pick it up at no cost to you. For simple free giveaways of items in good condition, Tiptapp works well. Just be aware that for anything beyond free pickups, the platform's limitations become significant.

Tiptapp is a convenient app for simple, low-stakes tasks in Stockholm — especially giving away free furniture. But for anything involving valuable items, heavy lifting, tight stairways, insurance needs or the desire for a fixed price and the RUT tax deduction, the platform's marketplace model introduces risks that most customers would rather avoid.

Ungdomskraft offers the professional alternative: employed workers, a company van, Trygg Hansa insurance, the 50 % RUT deduction and a dedicated contact person — all at a fixed price with no surprises. Thousands of Stockholm residents have already made the switch, as reflected in our 4.7 Trustpilot rating.

Ready to book? Get your fixed price in under two minutes at boka.ungdomskraft.com. For the full side-by-side comparison, read our Ungdomskraft vs Tiptapp guide. And if you need junk removal in Stockholm, we are here to help — with real employees, a real van and real insurance.