| Category | Sub-Category | Estimated Daily Rewards (USD) | Estimated Daily Costs (USD) | Estimated Daily Profit (USD) |
| :——- | :———– | :—————————- | :————————– | :————————— |
| Hardware | Dashcam | $0.10 – $0.50 | $0.00 | $0.10 – $0.50 |
| Internet | SIM Card/Data Plan (LTE) | $0.00 | $0.50 – $1.50 | -$0.50 – -$1.50 |
| Internet | Home/Work WiFi | $0.00 | $0.00 – $0.10 | $0.00 – -$0.10 |
| Subscription | Bee Membership (if applicable) | $0.00 | $0.63 | -$0.63 |
| **Total** | | **$0.10 – $0.50** | **$1.13 – $2.23** | **-$1.13 – -$1.73** |
**Note:** The estimated daily rewards are highly variable and depend on factors such as driving volume, map coverage demand, HONEY token price, and regional saturation. The HONEY token price has been highly volatile, trading between $0.0018 and $0.008 as of late February 2026. The costs are estimates and can vary significantly based on location and individual usage.
**Analysis:** As of April 2026, the current economic model for Hivemapper does not appear to be profitable for the average user, especially after accounting for the Bee Membership subscription or data costs. High-mileage drivers in under-mapped areas may have a better chance of reaching break-even or profitability, but casual commuters are unlikely to see a positive return on investment without a significant increase in the HONEY token price. The data suggests that the cost of participation often outweighs the current rewards.
