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Tinder review

The biggest swipe app, for everything from casual to serious.

  • PriceFrom about $6/mo
  • Free versionYes, usable
  • AppiPhone and Android

Our verdict

Tinder has more users than any other dating app, which means more matches but also more people who aren't looking for what you are.

At a glance

Best forYounger daters who want the largest pool
One monthAbout $24.99
Lowest priceFrom about $6/mo · Tinder Plus; prices vary by age, location and device. Gold and Platinum cost more.
Free versionAbout 100 likes a day, plus matching and messaging, with ads.
AppiPhone and Android
OwnerMatch Group
Founded2012

Pros and cons

What we like

  • Largest member base anywhere
  • Generous free version
  • Quick to set up

What to watch for

  • Many casual users and inactive profiles
  • Upsells everywhere
  • Skews young

How Tinder scores

  • Real, active members (30%) 9.5
  • Safety and privacy (25%) 7.5
  • Value (20%) 7.5
  • Matching and features (15%) 7.0
  • Ease of use (10%) 9.0

How we score

Features

  • Swipe matching
  • Super Likes and Boosts
  • Passport (swipe in another city)
  • Double Date mode

Safety and privacy

  • Face Check video-selfie verification, expanding across the US
  • Photo verification
  • Prompts that flag possibly offensive messages

Ready to try Tinder?

From about $6/mo. You can start free.

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Alternatives to Tinder

Bumble

Swipe app with some of the strongest safety tools.

Very goodout of 10 Score 8.3 out of 10, Very good
Price
From about $9/mo
Free version
Yes, usable

Best for Women who want more control over who contacts them

HER

Dating and community for queer women and non-binary people.

Goodout of 10 Score 7.9 out of 10, Good
Price
From about $8/mo
Free version
Yes, usable

Best for Lesbian, bi and queer women and non-binary people

OurTime

Low-cost dating for singles over 50.

Goodout of 10 Score 7.3 out of 10, Good
Price
From about $6/mo
Free version
Limited

Best for People over 50 on a budget

Questions people ask

How much does Tinder cost?

Tinder costs about $24.99 for one month, or from about $6/mo on a longer plan. Tinder Plus; prices vary by age, location and device. Gold and Platinum cost more. Prices were checked in October 2026 and can change, so confirm at checkout.

Is Tinder free?

About 100 likes a day, plus matching and messaging, with ads. The free version is enough to meet people.

Is Tinder safe?

Tinder's safety features include: Face Check video-selfie verification, expanding across the US; Photo verification; Prompts that flag possibly offensive messages. It scores 7.5 out of 10 for safety and privacy in our ratings.

Who is Tinder best for?

Younger daters who want the largest pool. Best for volume and for people under 30. Look elsewhere if you want a serious crowd.

Sources

Tinder8.2/10 · From about $6/mo
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