Tinder, for many, is the gateway dating app.
It’s the OG and is turning 10 next year.
But download it as a teen and you’ll probably be done with dating for good by your early 20s, from being burned too many times.
Sometimes we need a break or a change of scene.
But that doesn’t have to mean coming off of the apps all together – rather it could be time to try a new one.
There are plenty out there, some just as mainstream, others newer and niche.
These are some of our top picks to try for when your digital dating life needs a refresh.
POM
The dating app for music lovers.
Your profile will be filled up with the songs that changed you, your breakup song, your guilty pleasure, favourite albums and more.
If gigging and listening is a core pastime for you, maybe you’ll find the perfect partner here.
Hinge
Most people jump to Hinge after trying Tinder, given its reputation for being that bit more ‘date-focused’ over casual hook-up culture.
Make an effort with the prompts and you might find someone worthwhile.
Thursday
For those with not much time to give to dating, Thursday speeds up the process.
Match on Thursday, and date later the same day – otherwise you’ll lose contact and the app will close for business until the following week.
Grindr
A default app for the gay community, perhaps better suited to those looking for no-strings-attached fun.
Although, finding a good date is on the cards here, too.
Bumble
Women go first on Bumble, which breaks social norms and shows anyone can make the initial move.
But you have to be quick – after 24 hours, if there’s no response, the match breaks.
It’s an app that gets conversation flowing faster.
Facebook Dating
Facebook is newer in the dating game, and its approach is focused on shared ‘likes’ and mutual interest, through signing up to the same events and other ways you signal your likes on the app.
Qemistry
If you like TikTok, try Qemistry. It’s a new app that’s video first, almost like a mini TikTok reel.
There’s less chance of being catfished and you might get more of a feel for the person by seeing them in action.
Frolo
Frolo is set to launch soon, and it’s an app dedicated to single parents.
So if you find yourself constantly having to explain your children are a package deal, this might cut some of the repetition out.
Her
Her is one of the biggest lesbian apps out there for dating, and it’s billed as an inclusive space for all bi, trans, lesbian, non-binary, and queer women.
For a platform that puts inclusivity first, look no further.
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