Forty-eight percent said Match, a paid site, but PlentyOfFish (free) and eHarmony (paid) tied for second most popular, with 23 percent apiece. But in terms of overall satisfaction, our survey found that free dating sites actually score a touch better than paid ones, probably because theyre a better value.

Is it better to use a paid dating app?

“Its absolutely possible to meet your ideal match using free services. However, if youre serious about this substantial area of life, then investing in dating is an act of commitment to show up at your highest level,” she says. “Paid subscriptions also tend to grant better search facilities, which can save time.

Can you browse Bumble anonymously?

Incognito Mode is a feature that is a part of our Bumble Premium subscription. If you activate Incognito mode youll be able to swipe privately by initially hiding your profile from other users and then only appearing for those whom you have swiped right on.