Top 10 OSRS Money Making Methods for 2025: Best Ways to Get Rich Fast

Hey there, fellow Scapers! If you’re grinding in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) and dreaming of stacks of gold pieces (GP) to fund that shiny Twisted Bow or just want to flex in the Grand Exchange, you’re in the right place. I’ve been playing OSRS for years, sweating through countless hours of skilling, bossing, and flipping to learn what really makes bank. Today, I’m spilling my top 10 money-making methods for 2025 that’ll help you get rich fast, whether you’re a free-to-play (F2P) newbie or a maxed-out member. These methods are tested by yours truly, and I’ll share some personal stories to show you how they work. Ready to make millions? Let’s dive in!

Why Money Making Matters in OSRS

GP is the lifeblood of Gielinor. Want to upgrade your gear, buy bonds for membership, or just show off a Santa Hat? You need cash. But with so many methods out there, it’s easy to waste time on outdated or low-profit grinds. I remember when I was a level 50 noob, mining rune essence for hours thinking I was ballin’. Spoiler: I wasn’t. That’s why I’ve picked these methods for 2025 based on profit, accessibility, and fun. Some are AFK, some need skills, but all can fill your bank.

What’s your favorite way to make GP? Skilling, combat, or something else? Let me know in the comments!

My Top 10 OSRS Money Making Methods for 2025

Here’s the list, ranked from beginner-friendly to high-skill, high-reward. I’ve included profits, requirements, and my own experiences to help you pick what fits your playstyle. All profit estimates are based on 2025 Grand Exchange prices, which can fluctuate, so check the GE before diving in.

1. Collecting Wine of Zamorak (F2P)

Profit: ~500k–700k GP/hour
Requirements: 33 Magic, Telekinetic Grab (air runes, law runes), decent Prayer (optional)
Location: Deep Wilderness Dungeon or Falador Monastery (safer)

This is a classic F2P method I used back when I couldn’t afford a bond. You grab Wine of Zamorak spawns using Telekinetic Grab to avoid monks aggroing you. In the Wilderness, it’s riskier but spawns faster. I once got PKed there with 20 wines in my inventory—heartbreaking! Stick to Falador if you’re cautious. Cast, grab, bank at Falador, repeat. It’s simple and great for low-level players.

Pro tip: Wear cheap gear in the Wilderness. Trust me, losing a wizard robe hurts less than a full rune set.

2. Tanning Dragonhides (P2P)

Profit: ~800k–1.2M GP/hour
Requirements: 20k–50k GP startup, access to Al Kharid
Location: Al Kharid tannery

Tanning black dragonhides was my go-to when I needed quick cash for a skillcape. Buy dragonhides from the GE, tan them at Ellis in Al Kharid, and sell the leather back. It’s brain-dead easy but requires clicking. I’d watch Netflix while doing this, banking over a mil an hour. Check GE margins, as prices shift daily.

Ever tried tanning? It’s like printing money if you hit the right market.

3. Mining Amethyst (P2P)

Profit: ~600k–900k GP/hour
Requirements: 92 Mining, pickaxe, Mining Guild
Location: Mining Guild (Falador)

Mining amethyst is super AFK, perfect for when I’m multitasking. You mine amethyst crystals in the Mining Guild, which turn into dart tips or bolts for profit. I maxed my Mining doing this while chatting in my clan. It’s chill, and the XP isn’t bad either. High Mining level makes this a steady earner.

Gear tip: Use a dragon pickaxe for faster mining.

4. Killing Green Dragons (F2P/P2P)

Profit: ~700k–1M GP/hour
Requirements: 60+ Combat, anti-dragon shield, teleports (Games Necklace for P2P)
Location: Wilderness (west of Edgeville or below Clan Wars)

Green dragons are a nostalgia trip for me. I grinded them as a teen for dragon bones and hides. In 2025, they’re still solid for F2P or low-level P2P players. Kill, loot, bank, repeat. The Wilderness spot is risky, so I stick to a few worlds with low PKer activity. Bring cheap gear and a teleport tab. Once, I escaped a PKer with 2 HP—talk about a rush!

Why do you think dragons are such a popular money maker?

5. Flipping Items in the Grand Exchange (F2P/P2P)

Profit: ~1M–5M GP/hour (depends on capital)
Requirements: Starting GP (100k–10M), patience, GE access
Location: Grand Exchange (Varrock)

Flipping is my favorite method. Buy low, sell high. I started with 500k flipping rune platebodies and now flip rares like partyhats when I’m feeling spicy. Check price trends on the GE tracker, place offers, and wait. It’s low-effort but needs market sense. I once made 2M in a day flipping nature runes during a price spike. Start small and scale up.

Tip: Use alt accounts for more GE slots if you’re serious.

6. Crafting Nature Runes (P2P)

Profit: ~1.2M–1.5M GP/hour
Requirements: 44 Runecrafting (91 for max profit), pure essence, Abyss access
Location: Nature Altar via Abyss

Runecrafting was my least favorite skill until I tried the Abyss. You craft nature runes for big profits, dodging PKers in the Wilderness. I got good at escaping mages in the Abyss—pro gamer moves! High Runecrafting boosts profits, but even at 44, it’s decent. Bring pouches for more essence.

Ever died in the Abyss? I have, and it’s not fun.

7. Killing Vorkath (P2P)

Profit: ~2M–3M GP/hour
Requirements: 80+ Combat stats, Dragon Slayer II, dragonbane weapon, void or elite void
Location: Rellekka (after Dragon Slayer II)

Vorkath is my endgame money maker. This dragon boss drops big—superior dragon bones, runes, and uniques. I struggled with Vorkath’s mechanics at first, dying like 10 times before getting the hang of it. Now, I can do 20 kills an hour with a dragon hunter crossbow. It’s intense but so rewarding. Practice makes bank!

Gear: Dragon hunter crossbow or lance, anti-dragon shield, Salve amulet (e).

8. Barrows Runs (P2P)

Profit: ~1.5M–2.5M GP/hour
Requirements: 70+ Combat, Priest in Peril, magic weapon (Iban’s staff or Trident)
Location: Morytania

Barrows is spooky but profitable. You fight six brothers for a shot at their rare gear. I got a Guthan’s helm once and screamed IRL—sold it for 8M! Use magic for faster kills and pray flick to save supplies. It’s RNG-based, but the average profit is solid. I do this when I want variety from bossing.

What’s your best Barrows drop?

9. Blast Furnace Smithing (P2P)

Profit: ~900k–1.3M GP/hour
Requirements: 60 Smithing (higher for better bars), Ice Gloves, coal bag
Location: Blast Furnace (Keldagrim)

Blast Furnace is a skilling money maker I leaned into for Smithing XP. Smelt mithril or adamantite bars for profit. I joined a clan world to split costs, which made it chill. It’s semi-AFK but needs some focus. High Smithing levels pump up profits. I hit 99 Smithing here and made bank along the way.

Tip: Use stamina potions to run faster.

10. Raids: Chambers of Xeric (P2P)

Profit: ~3M–10M GP/hour (RNG-based)
Requirements: 90+ Combat, high skills (Herblore, Farming), team or solo experience
Location: Mount Quidamortem

Chambers of Xeric (CoX) is the ultimate money maker. I started raiding with my clan, fumbling through puzzles and dying to Olm. Now, I solo for massive loot like the Twisted Bow (still dreaming of that drop). Raids need practice, but the GP is insane. A good team makes it faster and more fun.

Ever tried raids? It’s a wild ride!

Profit Comparison Table

Method	Profit (GP/hour)	Requirements	F2P/P2P	AFK Level
Wine of Zamorak	500k–700k	33 Magic	F2P	Low
Tanning Dragonhides	800k–1.2M	Low GP	P2P	Medium
Mining Amethyst	600k–900k	92 Mining	P2P	High
Green Dragons	700k–1M	60+ Combat	F2P/P2P	Low
GE Flipping	1M–5M	Starting GP	F2P/P2P	High
Nature Runes	1.2M–1.5M	44 Runecrafting	P2P	Medium
Vorkath	2M–3M	80+ Combat, DS II	P2P	Low
Barrows	1.5M–2.5M	70+ Combat	P2P	Medium
Blast Furnace	900k–1.3M	60 Smithing	P2P	Medium
Chambers of Xeric	3M–10M	90+ Combat, skills	P2P	Low

My Journey to Millions

I didn’t start rich in OSRS. My first mil came from picking up wines in Falador, feeling like a king. Then I moved to dragons, Barrows, and eventually Vorkath. Each method taught me something—patience, market savvy, or boss mechanics. The grind’s worth it when you see your bank grow. What’s YOUR first mil story?

FAQs

Q: What’s the best F2P money maker in 2025?
A: Wine of Zamorak or green dragons. Both are solid, but wines are safer.

Q: Can I make money with low stats?
A: Yup! Try tanning dragonhides or flipping. No skills needed.

Q: Is flipping risky?
A: Only if you don’t research. Start small and use GE trackers.

Q: What’s the most AFK method?
A: Mining amethyst. You barely click!

Conclusion

Making money in OSRS is all about finding what clicks for you. Whether you’re picking wines like I did as a noob or tackling raids like a pro, these 10 methods for 2025 will get you rich fast. My journey from broke to banked took time, but each GP felt earned. Try these out, share your progress, and let’s get that Twisted Bow together! What method are you starting with? Drop it below!