Been mulling this over for a while and figured this was the right place to get real opinions. The newest apps often have the freshest user bases but lower population density in smaller cities.
Subscription-free platforms that monetize through optional boosts are the most ethical model available. Video date features have stuck around since the pandemic and are genuinely useful for early vetting.
Free dating apps have genuinely improved but the best features remain locked behind paywalls on most.
Platforms already on my list to compare:
- OkCupid
- Match.com
- eHarmony
- Plenty of Fish
- Zoosk
- Badoo