Communication·Standings
Dating & Social Discovery Apps
Dating and social discovery apps help people find and connect with potential dates or social connections; the choice depends on the kind of dating you want and where you need the app to run.
Compare each app’s purpose, supported platforms, pricing and account options. The signal score is out of 10; the API, open-source and free-tier marks show whether those options are listed.
- 19 platforms
- 17 with a free tier
- Checked 23 Oct 2026
- 1 BBadoobadoo.com
A dating service for making connections, with free access on Android, iOS, and web.
- 2 CMCoffee Meets Bagelcoffeemeetsbagel.com
A free dating app with daily match suggestions and detailed profiles.
- 3 EPeharmony Premiumeharmony
A dating service using a compatibility quiz, with free matches and paid messaging.
- 4 HHingehinge.co
A free dating app using profile prompts, comments, and recommendations for in-person connections.
- 5 FFeeldfeeld.co
A dating app with 20-plus identity options, linked profiles, and nearby discovery filters.
- 6 Hhappnhappn.com
A dating app that uses real-time location to find people you have crossed paths with.
- 7 HHERweareher.com
A free LGBTQIA+ dating and community app with groups, profiles, and a social feed.
- 8 HHilyHily Corp.
A free dating app with compatibility matching, icebreakers, advice, and consent protection.
- 9 BBumblebumble.com
A free dating and friendship app for Android, iOS, and web.
- 10 TTindertinder.com
A free swipe-based dating app with video dating and LGBTQ+ options.
- 11 POPlenty of Fishpof.com
A free swipe-based dating app with video dating and LGBTQ+ options.
- 12 MMatchmatch.com
A free compatibility-based dating app with distance filters and LGBTQ+ options.
- 13 OOkCupidokcupid.com
A free compatibility-based dating app with LGBTQ+ options and distance filters.
- 14 TTaimitaimi.com
A free iOS dating app with identity verification and gender and orientation options.
- 15 TThursdaythursday.com
A free location-based dating app for Android, iOS, and web without video dating.
- 16 DTDOWN: The Casual Dating AppDown App, Inc.
A dating app offering casual or serious dating, filters, group play, and photo verification.
- 17 LLexlex.lgbt
A free community-based dating app with gender identity and orientation options.
- 18 TLThe Leaguetheleague.com
A free compatibility-based dating app for Android and iOS with video dating.
- 19 HDHUD™ Dating App: Casual & OpenHUD STUDIO LIMITED
A dating app.
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How to choose
What kind of dating app do I want?
Start with the kind of connection you are looking for, then check how each app describes its purpose.
DOWN lets users choose between casual and more serious dating on a person-by-person basis.
Which platforms does the app need to run on?
Choose an app that supports the device or browser you plan to use.
The listed platforms include iOS, Android and web. Check an app’s platform details before signing up.
Can I use a dating app for free?
Check whether an app has a free plan, a free trial or a different pricing model; those options are not the same.
The free-tier mark can help you spot apps with a free option, while the app’s pricing details can clarify what that option includes.
How can I create an account?
Review the sign-up methods before choosing an app if you want to use an existing account.
DOWN supports sign-up with an Apple ID, Google account or Facebook.
What do the API and open-source marks mean?
Use the marks as a quick check for a public API, open-source code and a free tier, then confirm the details that matter on the app’s listing.
An API is a way for software to connect with another service. If you need an app to work with other tools, check whether its listing describes a public API.
Questions
What is a dating and social discovery app?
It is an app for finding and connecting with potential dates or social connections. The listed apps differ in purpose, platforms and pricing.
Which platforms do dating apps support?
The listed platforms include iOS, Android and web. Check an individual app’s platform details to confirm it works where you need it.
Are dating apps free to use?
Some listings show a free plan, and a free trial is a separate option. Check an app’s pricing details to see what its free option includes.
How do I choose a dating app for casual or serious dating?
Check the app’s stated purpose. DOWN lets users choose between casual and more serious dating on a person-by-person basis.
Can dating apps connect to other software?
Check for a public API mark and the app’s details. An API is a way for software to connect with another service.
What does the signal score mean?
It is a score out of 10 based on published signals such as use, public API availability, documentation depth, open-source code and a free tier.
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