Editor's Note: The website for Ann Arbor Singles is no longer functional. Start your search with these top Michigan matchmaking services [/michigan-matchmaker/]! Not having much luck with the Ann Arbor Singles scene? Hiring a matchmaking service [/matchmaking-services/] is a great way to meet high-quality people handpicked according to your ideal partner criteria. But is Ann Arbor Singles the right choice for you? Find out with this Ann Arbor Singles review. It’s packed with all the details you need to know about this Michigan matchmaker [/michigan-matchmaker/], including what you can expect to spend and what other people have to say about their experience. With over 14 years of firsthand industry experience, our team of matchmaking experts has reviewed more than 200+ matchmakers and their services. Our insight comes from comprehensive research, real customer reviews, and a keen understanding of the matchmaking landscape. Let’s start here… ARE THEY AFFILIATED WITH DETROIT SINGLES? Yes - Ann Arbor Singles is owned by the same company that owns Detroit Singles [https://www.detroitsingles.com/], as well as a host of other matchmaking service websites around the country. All the affiliated websites have a similar format. To learn more about their matchmaking process or speak with a matchmaker, you answer a series of questions and provide basic contact info: But before you click “Finish”, you may want to take a peek at their privacy policy. You’re agreeing to it by submitting your information. Who’s got time to read through all that fine print though? Here are a few highlights: In a nutshell, you’re authorizing them to release your private information to third party companies. And they’re likely making money by selling it to them. But on the bright side, maybe one of those Facebook ads or cell phone calls will be for a product or service you’re actually interested in... 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There were 9 complaints filed with the BBB [https://www.bbb.org/us/mi/bingham-farms/profile/dating-services/detroit-singles-0332-90025623/complaints], most mentioning the low-quality or lack of matches. On Google, Ann Arbor Singles has 1.6 stars based on reviews. The positive review was from a gentleman who gave this Michigan matchmaking service 4 stars, although he wasn’t impressed with the quality of his matches: The rest of the Ann Arbor Singles Google reviews were all 1-star, like this one: It’s always a good idea to keep an open mind while read Internet reviews. But the same complaints popping up over and over could indicate the need for more due diligence. Especially if you want to hire the best matchmaker in Michigan [/detroit-matchmaker/]. IT’S BEST TO CONSIDER ALL YOUR OPTIONS... You’re about to make an investment of your time, money, and trust, so hiring a matchmaking service is not a decision to make lightly. 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