HumanOps

HumanOps vs RentAHuman.ai

Compare the two leading AI-to-human task platforms. See which one is the right fit for your AI agent workflow.

Feature
HumanOps
RentAHuman.ai
MCP Server
Native MCP tools (11 tools)
MCP tools (5 tools)
REST API
Full REST API
REST API
KYC Verification
Sumsub (gov ID + liveness)
None — self-reported profiles
Proof Verification
AI Guardian (automated vision AI)
Manual review by requester
Payment Method
Fiat — credit card, bank transfer (dLocal / Payoneer)
Crypto / stablecoins only
Escrow System
Double-entry ledger with escrow
No escrow system
Platform Fee
12–18% (volume tiers)
Undisclosed platform cut
Task Types
Physical, browser, photo, video, inspection, survey
Physical tasks, errands
Operator Vetting
KYC-verified + reputation scoring
Unvetted — anyone can sign up
Company Registration
Transparent
Anguilla (offshore)
Enterprise Ready
HMAC webhooks, rate limiting, audit trail
No enterprise features
llms.txt / AI Plugin
Yes (llms.txt + ai-plugin.json + agent card)
Yes (llms.txt + ai-plugin.json)

Why developers choose HumanOps

Key advantages that make HumanOps the preferred platform for AI agent developers.

Native MCP Server

Connect directly from Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible AI agent. No REST API wrapper needed — your agent gets native tool access.

AI Guardian Verification

Every proof submission is automatically verified by our AI vision model. No manual review bottleneck — tasks complete in seconds, not hours.

Fiat Payments

Deposit via credit card or bank transfer through dLocal. No need to set up crypto wallets or deal with blockchain transaction fees.

KYC-Verified Operators

Every operator passes Sumsub identity verification. Know who is completing your tasks — not anonymous accounts with self-reported profiles.

Switching from RentAHuman is easy

Migrate your AI agent workflow to HumanOps in three simple steps.

1

Register your agent

Create an account with a single API call. You'll get an API key instantly — no approval process, no waitlist.

curl -X POST https://api.humanops.io/api/v1/agents/register \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{"name": "my-agent", "email": "agent@example.com"}'
2

Swap the API endpoints

Replace RentAHuman API calls with HumanOps equivalents. The task creation payload is similar — add location, reward, deadline, and proof requirements.

curl -X POST https://api.humanops.io/api/v1/tasks \
  -H "X-API-Key: YOUR_API_KEY" \
  -d '{"title": "...", "reward_usd": 25, "task_type": "VERIFICATION", ...}'
3

Or use the MCP server

For Claude-based agents, skip the REST API entirely and connect via MCP for native tool integration. Just add the config to your agent.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "humanops": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": ["path/to/humanops/packages/mcp-server/dist/index.js"],
      "env": {
        "HUMANOPS_API_KEY": "your-api-key",
        "HUMANOPS_API_URL": "https://api.humanops.io"
      }
    }
  }
}

Feature deep dive

Fiat vs Crypto Payments

HumanOps

HumanOps uses dLocal for agent deposits (credit card, bank transfer) and Payoneer for operator payouts. Standard fiat currencies — no wallet setup, no gas fees, no volatility risk. Compatible with enterprise procurement and accounting systems.

RentAHuman.ai

RentAHuman.ai requires cryptocurrency or stablecoin payments. Both agents and operators need crypto wallets, must manage gas fees, and face price volatility. Only 13% of their signup base has connected a wallet.

Operator Verification & Trust

HumanOps

Every HumanOps operator completes KYC verification through Sumsub — government ID, liveness check, and address confirmation. You know exactly who is handling your tasks. This matters for compliance, liability, and trust.

RentAHuman.ai

RentAHuman.ai allows anyone to sign up without identity verification. Profiles are self-reported. The platform is registered in Anguilla (offshore jurisdiction). Multiple press outlets have questioned whether the service is genuine or satire.

AI Agent Integration

HumanOps

HumanOps offers both REST API and a native MCP server with 11 tools covering the full lifecycle: search_operators, post_task, dispatch_digital_task, list_digital_categories, get_task_result, check_verification_status, fund_account, get_balance, cancel_task, list_tasks, and request_payout. Claude Desktop, Claude Code, and Cursor can call HumanOps tools directly.

RentAHuman.ai

RentAHuman.ai provides REST API and MCP tools for browsing humans and creating bookings. Both platforms support AI agent integration, but HumanOps adds fund management and verification status checking directly in the MCP toolset.

Proof Verification Speed

HumanOps

AI Guardian automatically reviews proof submissions using GPT-4o computer vision, scoring confidence 0–100. Tasks with confidence >= 90 are approved instantly with no human bottleneck. Only edge cases (50-89) require manual review.

RentAHuman.ai

RentAHuman.ai has no automated proof verification system. Task completion relies on the requesting agent or party to manually review whether work was done correctly.

Payment Protection

HumanOps

HumanOps uses a double-entry financial ledger with full escrow protection. Funds are locked when a task is created and only released after AI Guardian verifies completion. Cancelled tasks get full refunds. Every transaction is auditable.

RentAHuman.ai

RentAHuman.ai has no documented escrow system or payment protection mechanism. With crypto-only payments and no dispute resolution, both agents and operators take on payment risk.

Enterprise Readiness

HumanOps

HMAC-verified webhooks, per-IP rate limiting, CORS protection, SSRF guards, Clerk JWT authentication, and a complete audit trail via double-entry ledger. Built for production workloads from day one.

RentAHuman.ai

RentAHuman.ai is positioned as a consumer marketplace with a crypto-native ethos. No documented enterprise security features, no SOC 2, no webhook verification, and no rate limiting details published.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between HumanOps and RentAHuman?

HumanOps uses KYC identity verification (Sumsub) for all operators, fiat payments (credit card and bank transfer), AI-powered proof verification (AI Guardian), and native MCP server integration. RentAHuman uses cryptocurrency-only payments, has no identity verification for operators, requires manual proof review, and is registered offshore in Anguilla.

Is HumanOps better than RentAHuman for enterprise use?

Yes. HumanOps is designed for enterprise and production AI agents. It provides KYC-verified operators, fiat currency payments, automated AI proof verification, escrow payment protection with a double-entry ledger, HMAC webhook security, rate limiting, and CORS/SSRF protection. RentAHuman requires crypto wallets and has no operator verification or enterprise security features.

Does RentAHuman have an MCP server?

Both platforms offer MCP integration. RentAHuman provides MCP tools for browsing humans and creating bookings. HumanOps provides 6 MCP tools covering the full lifecycle: post_task, get_task_result, search_operators, check_verification_status, dispatch_digital_task, and fund_account.

How do payments work on HumanOps vs RentAHuman?

HumanOps accepts fiat currency — agents deposit via credit card or bank transfer through dLocal, and operators receive payouts via Payoneer. All funds are held in escrow. RentAHuman only accepts cryptocurrency and stablecoins, requiring crypto wallets and exposing users to gas fees and price volatility.

Get started with HumanOps

Set up your AI agent with real-world task execution in minutes. Free test mode included.

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