Low Level PVM Money Making OSRS Methods 2025

Ever wondered how to stack up some gold pieces in Old School RuneScape without having maxed combat stats? As someone who’s been grinding OSRS for over a decade, I know the struggle of starting fresh. Back when I created my first account, I spent hours slaying monsters just to afford basic gear. PVM, or player versus monster, is one of the best ways to make money at low levels because it doubles as combat training. You kill two birds with one stone, literally. In this guide, I’ll share some top methods that work great even if your combat level is under 60. These are based on my own experiences and what’s still hot in 2025.

What makes low level PVM so appealing? It’s accessible. You don’t need fancy quests or high skills to get started. Plus, the drops can add up quick. Have you tried banking feathers from chickens? It’s simple, but it funded my early adventures.

Before diving in, let’s talk basics. Low level means combat levels from 1 to 60-ish. Focus on monsters that are easy to kill and drop items in demand, like bones, hides, or herbs. Always check the Grand Exchange prices, as they fluctuate. In my early days, I learned the hard way that selling at the wrong time cuts profits.

Why PVM over skilling? Skilling can be slow and boring at first. Killing monsters keeps things exciting with that chance for rare drops. But remember, bring food and good armor to avoid deaths.

Essential Gear for Beginners

You don’t need bis gear here. Start with what you can afford.

• Melee setup: Iron or steel armor, a scimitar or longsword.
• Ranged: Leather armor, a shortbow with iron arrows.
• Magic: Wizard robes, staff of air, and basic runes.

From my experience, investing in a ring of wealth early on helps with those clue scrolls. And always carry a teleport tab for quick escapes.

Top Low Level PVM Methods

I’ve tested these myself, and they’re solid for building your bank. I’ll break them down with requirements, expected gp per hour, and tips.

Killing Chickens for Feathers

This is where I started. Chickens are everywhere, like in Lumbridge or the farm north of there. They’re level 1, so anyone can farm them.

Requirements: None, really. Combat level 1+.

GP per hour: Around 50k to 80k.

The profit comes from feathers, which stack and sell fast for fletching. Each chicken drops 5-15 feathers. In an hour, you can collect thousands.

How do I do it? Head to a chicken coop, attack, pick up feathers, repeat. Bank in Lumbridge when full. It’s AFK-friendly too.

Pros: Safe, trains attack fast.

Cons: Low gp compared to higher methods.

One time, I got a beginner clue scroll from a chicken. Turned it in for some nice loot. Small wins like that keep you motivated.

Slaying Cows for Hides and Bones

Cows are a step up. Find them in Lumbridge fields. Level 2 monsters, easy kills.

Requirements: Combat 10+, basic weapon.

GP per hour: 100k to 150k.

Drops include cowhides (sell for leather crafting) and bones (for prayer). Beef is extra if you cook it.

My tip: Kill, tan hides in Al Kharid for more profit, but that’s optional. I used to just sell raw hides.

Is it worth it? Yes, especially F2P. It’s better than chickens once you have some stats.

In 2025, with more players crafting, hides are still in demand. I remember grinding cows to buy my first adamant set. Felt like a boss.

Farming Hill Giants for Big Bones

Hill giants are classic. They’re in Edgeville dungeon, level 28.

Requirements: Combat 30+, brass key for shortcut.

GP per hour: 150k to 200k.

Main drops: Big bones (prayer xp and gp), limpwurt roots (for herblore potions).

Steps to farm:

1. Enter dungeon via Varrock sewers or key.
2. Find the giants area.
3. Kill, loot bones and roots.
4. Bank in Edgeville.

Watch out for aggressive skeletons nearby. As an expert, I safe-spot them with ranged for zero damage.

This method trained my strength to 40 quick. REALLY helped in the long run.

Hunting Chaos Druids for Herbs

Chaos druids are gold for low levels. Level 13, but in Taverley dungeon.

Requirements: Combat 20+, agility 15 for shortcut if wanted. Members only.

GP per hour: Up to 200k.

They drop grimy herbs like ranarr, which sell high for prayer pots.

From personal play: Enter from Falador, go north in dungeon. Kill druids, bank herbs in Falador. Use a herb sack if you have one.

Question: Are they crowded? Sometimes, but hop worlds.

I made my first million from these guys. The herbs funded my herblore training too.

Safe Spotting Chaos Druids

You can safe spot behind rocks. Saves food.

Grinding Flesh Crawlers in Stronghold

Flesh crawlers in Stronghold of Security, level 2. Level 28-42 monsters.

Requirements: Combat 40+, completed Stronghold for boots optional. F2P.

GP per hour: 150k.

Drops: Herbs, runes, iron ore notes.

Method: Go to Barbarian Village, enter hole, navigate to level 2. Kill crawlers, loot.

It’s dark, so bring light source. I used to combine this with herb runs for extra cash.

Tackling Ankous for Runes and Bones

Ankous in Stronghold level 3. Level 75, but hittable at lower with prayer.

No, ankous are level 75-82, might be mid level. Skip if too high for 60.

For low, stick to lower.

Moss Giants for Nature Runes

Moss giants, level 42. In Varrock sewers or Crandor.

Requirements: Combat 40+.

GP per hour: 200k.

Drops: Nature runes, seeds, big bones.

F2P in sewers. Safe spot possible.

My story: I farmed them for runes to train magic. Dual purpose.

Ogres for Big Bones and Seeds

Ogres east of Castle Wars, level 53.

Requirements: Combat 50+, members.

GP per hour: 150k.

Drops: Big bones, rare seeds.

Cannon if you have, but not necessary.

I used ranged here to avoid damage.

Comparing the Methods

Here’s a table to help choose:

Pick based on your stats.

Tips from an OSRS Veteran

Always use the best food you can, like trout or salmon.

Train slayer early; it unlocks better monsters.

Don’t forget to bury bones for prayer xp.

Have you died in wilderness yet? Avoid green dragons until ready, as PKers are real.

In 2025, with updates, check wiki for changes.

One long grind I did was hours on hill giants. Built my bank from 100k to 1m. Tedious, but rewarding.

Short para: Rotate methods to avoid burnout.

Longer one: Combining PVM with other activities boosts efficiency. For example, while banking from chaos druids, do a quick herb clean. Or pick up clues. In my ironman account, this was crucial since no GE. But for mains, sell everything. It’s how I afforded my first bond.

Advanced Low Level: Green Dragons

If you’re pushing 60 combat, try green dragons in wilderness.

Requirements: Combat 50-60, anti-dragon shield.

GP per hour: 300-500k.

Drops: Dragon bones, green hides.

Risky due to PKers. Bring only what you can lose.

I lost gear once, but the profits outweighed it.

Steps:

• Tele to Edgeville.
• Run to level 20 wildy.
• Kill dragons, bury bones or note hides.
• Tele out when banked.

Is it for everyone? No, but thrilling.

Wrapping Up

These methods got me through early game. Start small, build up. What’s your favorite low level grind? Share in comments.

Keep grinding, and soon you’ll be at bosses like Vorkath.

Remember, OSRS is about fun too. Don’t burn out.

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