This came up in a conversation recently and I realized I had no idea what the current answer was. Tinder Gold is arguably the biggest ripoff in app history — the free version works fine if you're patient.
Apps requiring basic identity verification have measurably fewer bots and scammers than those that don't. BBW-positive platforms have grown significantly and their communities are generally very welcoming.
Compatibility scores matter more for long-term success than physical attraction rankings alone.
Apps and platforms I've already heard mentioned:
- Tinder
- Badoo
- Lovoo
- Happn
- Once
- MeetMe