Top 5 Low-Attention Money-Making Monsters in Old School RuneScape

Every OSRS player knows the feeling-you want to play, you want to make progress, but you don’t want to sweat over high-APM methods or risky bosses. Whether you’re watching a show, studying, or simply chilling out, there are plenty of monsters that offer steady profit with minimal attention. And while some players might look to buy OSRS gold to speed things up, this guide breaks down five of the best low-effort creatures you can camp in-game, ranked from the least to most preferred based on consistency, ease of kills, and GP per hour.

5. Brutal Black Dragons (Catacombs of Kourend)

Brutal Black Dragons come in last on this list, not because they’re bad-far from it—but because they require slightly more attention than the others. Their double hide drops fill your inventory fast, especially if you’re also looting bones. Most trips last 6–8 kills depending on RNG.

Best Weapon Options

· Twisted Bow (BiS): Expect 80–90 kills per hour with Rigor, translating to 1.9–2.2M GP/hr.

· Dragon Hunter Crossbow: More affordable and still strong, giving 65–75 kills/hr and 1.6–1.8M GP/hr.

· Budget Options: Dragon crossbow or a blowpipe work, though the blowpipe incurs dart and scale costs.

Though slightly less AFK, Brutal Blacks remain one of the highest passive earners per hour with excellent consistency.

4. Skeletal Wyverns (Asgarnian Ice Dungeon)

Skeletal Wyverns remain one of the most timeless money-makers in OSRS, and they demand less attention than Brutal Blacks while still offering competitive profit.

You can effectively camp them with melee or ranged setups, though ranged has some noteworthy advantages.

Melee Method

· Weapon: Dragon Hunter Lance

· Kills per hour: 95–105

· Profit: 1.5–1.7M GP/hr

· Important: Use an Ancient Wyvern Shield to avoid being frozen. A DFS will still let you get iced, reducing efficiency.

Ranged Method

· Weapon: Dragon Hunter Crossbow

· Kills per hour: 120–130

· Profit: 1.9–2.1M GP/hr

· Notes: Safe-spotting makes this method extremely AFK, and you’ll need fewer supply trips compared to melee.

If you want low effort with stable profit and clean, predictable drops, Wyverns are still king.

3. Nechryael (Slayer Tower)

Normal Nechryael (not the Greater variant) deliver fast kills and surprisingly reliable cash. They do require some movement due to their low HP, but still fall firmly into the low-effort category.

Weapon Options

· Ghrazi Rapier:

 o 230–250 kills/hr

 o ~1.2–1.325M GP/hr

· Emberlight (BiS):

Extremely strong here and free to use in terms of upkeep.

 o 270–290 kills/hr

 o 1.4–1.5M GP/hr

If you enjoy fast, satisfying XP and GP while semi-AFKing, Nechs are a solid pick.

2. Gargoyles (Slayer Tower)

Gargoyles have been a classic AFK money-maker for years. They’re naturally aggressive, allowing you to stand still and farm them until aggression resets. When they stop auto-attacking, simply step out of the room and return to reactivate aggression.

Weapons

· Granite Hammer:

 o 205–225 kills/hr

 o 1–1.1M GP/hr

· Inquisitor’s Mace (BiS):

 o 240–260 kills/hr

 o 1.22–1.3M GP/hr

Gargoyles offer a perfect blend of laziness and profit. Just pick up your drops every few minutes and enjoy.

1. Kurasks (Iorwerth Dungeon)

Kurasks take the number one spot, and for good reason: they are incredibly AFK, extremely cheap to kill, and provide steady income with almost no input.

Why They’re the Best

· They’re aggressive, allowing long AFK stretches.

· The Leaf-Bladed Battleaxe is cheap and the best-in-slot weapon for them.

· In the Iorwerth Dungeon, they can drop crystal shards, adding extra profit.

Rates

· 205–220 kills/hr

· 1.44–1.55M GP/hr

Though not the absolute highest GP/hr on the list, the combination of low effort, low cost, and consistent profits makes them the ultimate passive farm.

Final Thoughts

These five monsters cover a range of styles-powerful dragons, classic Slayer targets, and ultra-AFK Kurasks. Whether you want to maximize profit or simply kill time while still earning steady GP, each of these spots delivers excellent value with minimal effort. And while many players look for ways to speed up their progression with things like cheap RS gold, these monster camps offer a reliable in-game alternative that rewards your time without demanding full attention. The next time you’re multitasking but still want to progress in Old School RuneScape, give one of these camps a try and enjoy the passive profits rolling in.