Yes, I've long wanted to understand mobile mining. It turns out you can actually try mining crypto on a smartphone, although it's not as easy as it seems. There are plenty of apps for this — just download the right one and start.

For example, there's CryptoTab, which is considered one of the first in this field. Install it, activate the mining function, and it automatically starts working. Plus, it has a referral system — invite a friend, and both of you will earn more. There are also cloud options like StormGain — where you don't mine directly but rent hash rate. Convenient, but it requires a reboot every 4 hours, which can be a bit annoying.

NiceHash is interesting because you can manage the entire process and there’s a profitability calculator. Security is good, but it’s better to enable two-factor authentication right away. Bitdeer is suitable if you take mining more seriously — it offers professional tools and different plans.

To start mining on Android: download the app, create an account, specify your wallet address for receiving rewards, choose a pool, and launch. On iPhone, it’s more complicated due to Apple restrictions, so mainly cloud options work there.

But with iPhone, it’s more difficult. Apple doesn’t really like mining apps, so direct mining is almost impossible. But cloud services help — download the app, create an account, select the rental power, and connect your wallet. Some require choosing a plan with an investment amount.

Regarding which crypto is easiest to mine — in 2026, it’s Monero, Dogecoin, Vertcoin, and Ravencoin. But remember to consider electricity costs and the current coin price.

As for the time: one Bitcoin mined on a smartphone averages about 10 minutes with cloud mining, but this assumes normal power. On a regular phone, it will take much longer, so you’ll need special equipment or cloud services.

Opinions vary. Some say it’s useless due to competition, (about 8 hours a day on average), and the risk of scams. Others believe it’s a simple and accessible way to earn, especially if you believe in the future of crypto. For me, it’s worth trying, but don’t rush into investments — first, learn everything well. Read reviews, watch updates from developers, and most importantly — don’t make hasty decisions. The current BTC price is around $71.13K, YFI is about $2.50K if you’re interested in tracking.