Does any app really pay?

Could you please elaborate on the authenticity of various apps that promise to offer payment? I'm curious about whether these apps actually deliver what they advertise or if they are just gimmicks. Is there a reliable way to verify their legitimacy and ensure that they genuinely compensate users? Additionally, could you provide some examples of apps that have proven to be trustworthy and genuinely pay their users? I'm interested in exploring the options that are genuinely worth my time and effort.