Compared to the niche dating apps from the last post, we lean into the dating apps geared toward a wider audience.

From exclusive dating marketplaces to innovative matchmaking algorithms, each platform brings its own unique twist to the quest for love and companionship, catering to individuals of all preferences and backgrounds.

The great Global Dating Insights, which is a fantastic resource for all things related to online dating, has showcased new and exciting dating sites and apps since 2018 on their Startup Roundup page.

Some of these sites are up and coming and some you might have heard of, but they’re all worth checking out!

37 Best New Dating Sites for All

Beautiful People is an online dating site that caters to beautiful men and women, providing a platform for meeting new people, dating, chatting, and building relationships.

Cupid is an online dating site that provides various dating services, catering to singles, married people, seniors, gay singles, and interracial singles. The platform allows users to connect with potential love interests through conversations rather than extensive questionnaires.

Cuplet is an exclusive dating marketplace that brings together various dating services into one platform, allowing singles to meet and connect.

DatingVIP is a free online dating service that provides users with the opportunity to meet people in their local area. Users can register, search, chat, and connect with other profiles, as well as share pictures and videos. The platform offers local dating options in numerous states, cities, and foreign countries.

Flirtini focuses on flirting, communication, relationships, and friendship. The app matches users based on Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and offers features like Live Stories, Flirty Chats, and Reviewing Visitors.

Free.date is a rapidly growing free dating site that offers various features for casual hookups or long-term relationships, without the need for credit card information.

Fruitz is a dating app that uses fruit emojis to represent the type of relationship users are seeking, with options like friends with benefits, finding a partner, or a one-night stand. It was founded in Paris in 2017 and is available in several European and North American countries.

Happn is a French location-based dating app available on mobile and web platforms. The app focuses on serendipity, allowing users to cross paths, like each other, and start conversations only when there is mutual interest. Happn is most effective in major metropolitan areas, and users' locations are kept private, with only crossed paths visible.

Happy Matches is a free dating app and website that caters to people seeking various types of relationships, including casual dating, professional networking, and travel companionship. Users can choose from six relationship options to match their aspirations and expectations, making it suitable for straight, gay, lesbian, and bisexual individuals.

Heyoosh is a unique dating app that focuses on anonymous, non-judgmental interactions while safeguarding user privacy. The app promotes real-world encounters and avoids profiles and swiping, making it genderless and judgment-free.

I'm Yours is a quality-driven dating site in the UK that offers an alternative to modern swiping culture. It caters to local singles in London, Christian singles, and mature singles over 50, providing a more traditional online dating experience.

Igniter is a swipe-based dating app based on the Tinder clone script by Trioangle Technologies. It offers exciting features and a premium subscription model, including super likes, location change, and profile boost.

Kismia is expanding its presence in the Canadian dating market, offering a subscription-based dating service with a focus on serious relationships. The platform allows users to connect with people who share similar goals, browse a large profile database, utilize a patented matching algorithm, and communicate via messages, photos, and videos.

 

Love Awake is a free online dating site with millions of singles looking to meet new people. It provides various features such as profile search, automated matching, and instant messenger communication to facilitate connections among its over 2 million worldwide members.


LoveTheApp, created by Dr. Elena Eustache, is a platform offering daily tips and advice on dating and relationships. It aims to help individuals find true love by providing insights and guidance. LoveTheApp is not a dating site or application but rather a resource for relationship advice, accessible on various social media platforms.

Loveaholics is a new dating site that has gained popularity due to its user-friendly interface and numerous chat rooms. It provides a platform for singles to form romantic or platonic relationships, catering to those looking for connections online.

Magic Dating is a free dating site that promises to help members quickly find love. It attracts thousands of singles looking for fun, friendship, romance, and long-term relationships, offering a convenient way to meet potential partners for date night.

Marnii, a dating app for serious relationships, is being launched by British singer-songwriter Kerry Katona, who found her current partner on Bumble. The app aims to help like-minded singles connect for meaningful relationships.

Meetville, a free online dating site with over 38 million users, enables singles to meet and chat with local individuals seeking love and relationships. It offers various features, including sending winks, people searches, and photo viewing. Meetville utilizes a smart algorithm and verified profiles to help users find compatible matches.

Mingle2 is a free online dating site and chat app that aims to provide a quick and easy sign-up process while monitoring user behavior to eliminate fake accounts and unsatisfactory behavior. It offers various communication features for free users, including sending nudges, kisses, and more.

Nine, available through meetnine.com, is an online dating app designed for young urban professionals in Asia. It focuses on helping users find meaningful relationships based on the MBTI personality theory, providing a safer and more human-centric approach to modern dating in the region.

NorthwestDatingApp is a city-specific dating app focused on connecting singles in the Northwest, specifically in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. It offers users the ability to browse exclusively within their neighborhood and view potential match schedules before swiping.

Odospice is a multifunctional relationship app available for free on the Play Store and App Store. It offers various features such as meeting new people, chatting, relationship advice, making friends, dating, sexual health information, and counseling. It serves as a platform for both socializing and seeking relationship-related guidance.

Traditional Dating Club (formerly OldStyleDating.co.uk) is an online dating service in the UK that focuses on bringing people together based on traditional values. It’s a dating website specifically catering to daters aged 25 and older who are seeking long-term, committed relationships. The platform emphasizes respect, manners, and chivalry, aiming to provide a more courteous and respectful dating environment.

Qeysh, known as Quiche, is a dating platform that emphasizes "slow dating" principles and aims to address issues like dating fatigue, depression, ghosting, security concerns, and inappropriate messages on dating apps. The platform encourages users to spend more time getting to know other members in person rather than browsing profiles online.

Say Allo is a relationship app designed to guide users to compatible connections using a continuous learning algorithm and compatibility index. It offers both free and premium subscription packages and provides features like meeting singles, meaningful chats, and profile optimization tips. The app has gained recognition in Forbes, WSJ, CNET, and NBC.

Say Ditto aims to help people make meaningful connections, providing a platform for meeting new people, chatting, flirting, and having fun. Users can sign up for free on Say Ditto's website. Additionally, Say Ditto offers a unique dating app called Ditto, where users can only match with one person at a time, fostering a mutually exclusive connection until one of them decides to unmatch.

Sparkles is a dating platform that aims to cater to various dating preferences by offering tailored profile feeds. Users can discover matches looking for specific types of relationships or connections. Sparkles believes in providing a range of options for users without the need to spend excessively.

Sugar Meet is an Uber-style dating app that addresses the issue of ghosting in online dating. This free app allows users to send immediate chat requests to online users, ensuring more interactive and real-time conversations. Users can engage in romantic jigsaw puzzle-style chats to foster connections.

SVPER is a unique mobile app that incentivizes users to meet new people in person by rewarding them with SVP tokens. This approach encourages real-life socialization, and SVPER aims to replace traditional user profiles, pictures, and text with a more secure, friendly, and instantaneous way to connect with others. The app is designed to make meeting new people a rewarding experience.

SweetRing is an online dating platform that offers matchmaking services for singles seeking ideal local matches. SweetRing caters to individuals looking for serious relationships or perfect dates, providing a convenient way to find compatible partners.

Tagged is a popular social network and dating platform with over 300 million users. It provides a space for people to connect, chat, and play games, making it a vibrant community for meeting new friends and potential partners. Tagged offers a user-friendly experience with a large user base, enabling individuals to have enjoyable interactions and expand their social circles.

 

Tame is a unique dating app that promotes healthy and focused connections. Users can only engage in conversations with one person at a time, preventing distractions and maintaining a more concentrated dating experience. During a conversation, both users are unable to view other profiles, ensuring a dedicated and genuine connection with their current match.

TapToDates is a user-friendly dating app that simplifies the process of meeting new people online. It provides singles with the opportunity to engage in flirty and fun chats while offering various features for easy navigation.

 

The Greatest Dating Site on Earth promises to eliminate time-wasters and scammers by providing a platform for genuine connections. The site takes pride in helping users find their ideal partners, emphasizing simplicity and effective communication. It offers an escape from the world of swiping and questionable profiles, focusing on saving the world one date at a time.

The Intro is a unique dating app for busy professionals that prioritizes setting up dates over in-app chat. It relies on video content to facilitate connections and encourages immediate date planning. The app is free to download, and users can reach out to them at hello@theintro.com.

 

Twinkle is an innovative dating app that addresses swipe fatigue by limiting users to a specific number of "stars" to send to those they're interested in, providing a fresh take on mobile dating apps.


Whether you're swiping through profiles on mainstream apps like Cupid or exploring niche platforms like Heyoosh or Qeysh, remember that every interaction brings the possibility of something special.

So, keep swiping, chatting, and exploring – because in this digital age, the next love story might just be a click away for everyone.


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