đĄ Key Takeaways: * Mainstream apps often better than niche - larger user pools mean better chance of finding compatible Christian matches, especially in less populated areas * Best platforms for Christian dating: * Hinge: Best for 23-36, free religion filter * Match: Ideal for 30+, most marriage-minded users * Bumble: Popular with under-30s, good gender ratio * Christian-specific apps compared: * Christian Mingle: Most established, $24.99-49.99/month * Upward: Newer option for younger users, $9.99-29.99/month * Higher Bond: Limits daily matches/messages, $14.95-28.95/month * Success strategy recommended - use mainstream app with religion filter as primary platform, add niche Christian app as supplement With so many Christian dating sites to choose from, itâs no wonder youâre not sure which ones are worth your time. But before you fire up an app designed specifically for Christian singles, consider this: Because of their exclusive nature, niche dating apps and sites just canât compete with mainstream ones in terms of popularity - especially in areas where the population isnât large. How do we know? Easy! Our team of modern dating experts has been in the trenches since 2009, optimizing profiles, swiping, and messaging on behalf of all the clients we represent. With thousands and thousands of hours spent on dating platforms, we can confidently guide singles like you toward the platforms that best align with your relationship goals - and we thoroughly understand the complexities and challenges of niche dating. Thatâs why youâll see both mainstream dating sites and sites designed specifically for Christian singles on this top list! We've found these are the 8 best sites and apps for single Christians looking for marriage: * Christian Mingle * Upward * Higher Bond * Catholic Match * Christian Dating For Free * Hinge * Match * Bumble Keep reading for everything you need to know about finding your perfect partner on a faith-based dating app. WHY MAINSTREAM SITES ARE BETTER FOR CHRISTIAN DATING While an exclusively Christian dating site or app may seem like the perfect solution, it all boils down to numbers. You wonât have as many potential matches simply because there arenât as many singles using the platform. It will likely be much harder - and take a lot longer - to find someone whoâs Christian and [insert all your other dealbreakers here]. The odds of finding a highly compatible person amongst a huge user pool are much better than choosing from a small one. For that reason, youâre likely better off sticking with one of the most popular dating platforms and using the religion filter to screen potential matches. BEST MAINSTREAM SITES & APPS FOR CHRISTIAN DATING Bumble, Match and Hinge are all excellent options for Christian singles looking for a serious relationship [/best-dating-apps/]. HINGE HINGE IS BEST FOR: Christian singles in their early 20s and 30s living in (or near) a large city. According to Hinge, 90% of their users are 23 to 36 [https://techcrunch.com/2017/12/20/dating-app-hinge-rolls-out-a-new-feature-to-reduce-ghosting/] and the majority chose Hinge because itâs a ârelationship-oriented app.â WHY HINGE IS A GREAT DATING APP FOR CHRISTIANS: Thanks to Hingeâs detailed filters, you can easily restrict your match feed to singles who share your spiritual beliefs. And the good news is using the âReligionâ filter is free: Make sure to specify that itâs a âdealbreakerâ by checking the box at the bottom of the choices. Now youâll only see profiles for Christian singles. Hinge+ members [/hinge-plus-vs-hingex/] can access other useful filters, like family plans and drinking/drug use, that will help ensure youâre only looking at people who are truly compatible with your beliefs. Hinge+, which used to be called Hinge Preferred, costs around $32.99 for 1 month, $64.99 for 3 months, or $99.99 for 6 months. Want even more details on this popular dating app? Check out this in-depth Hinge dating app review [/hinge-app-review/]! MATCH.COM MATCH IS BEST FOR: Christian singles in their 30s+ [http://match.mediaroom.com/index.php?s=30442]. Half of Matchâs members are 30 to 49 years old, and 50+ is their fastest growing demographic. WHY MATCH IS A GREAT DATING APP FOR CHRISTIANS: While not faith-based per se, Match is arguably one of the most popular dating sites for people seeking marriage. The pool of eligible singles is extensive, especially if you want to date in a large city - and that means youâll still have plenty of attractive options when you filter your matches for shared faith. Match users have to purchase a premium subscription in order to freely communicate, but thatâs actually a good thing. Youâll be messaging other singles who are as committed to the process as you are, so theyâll likely be more responsive and less flakey overall compared to people using a free dating site like Plenty of Fish or Tinder. The cost of a premium subscription to Match varies depending on the length of time and whether or not you want message read receipts and a monthly profile boost [/match-boost/]. The âStandardâ plan starts around $35.99/month for 3 months, while the âPremiumâ plan with the extra perks starts at $37.99/month for 3 months. Match Premium Cost* (2025)3 months - $37.99/month6 months - $23.99/month12 months - $21.99/month *Pricing may vary by location Match Standard Cost* (2025)3 months - $35.99/month6 months - $21.99/month12 months - $19.99/month *Pricing may vary by location For a complete run-down on this popular dating site plus an exclusive code for a discounted membership, check out this Match review [/match-reviews/]! BUMBLE BUMBLE IS BEST FOR: Christian singles under 30, as around 63% of Bumble users are under 30. But you'll find plenty of singles ages 30 to 49 as well. Bumble's smallest demographic is 50+ users. Itâs also popular with women, so the male to female user ratio is closer to equal than what youâll find on other apps. Thatâs largely because only women can send an icebreaker, with the exception of guys using the Compliments feature [/bumble-compliments-feature/]. WHY BUMBLE IS A GREAT DATING APP FOR CHRISTIANS: Like Hinge, the Bumble match filters [/bumble-filters/] include religion. On this popular app, itâs considered an âAdvancedâ filter so youâll need a Premium subscription [/bumble-premium/] to access it. Bumble also has a âdealbreakerâ feature of sorts, but it works a little differently. If youâre also open to dating singles who arenât Christian, you can toggle on the âShow other people if I run outâ setting for the Religion filter. A Premium membership starts around $54.99 for 1 month, although you can test drive it for a week for $27.99. Upgrading also unlocks Incognito Mode [/bumble-incognito-mode/] for private browsing, and Travel Mode [/bumble-travel-mode/] for swiping in other locations. For the full scoop on this popular dating app, check out our Bumble review [/bumble-app-reviews/]! NICHE CHRISTIAN DATING SITES VIDA Select has been helping singles find highly compatible matches since 2009, and we strongly recommend trying the mainstream dating platforms first. If you want to try a niche dating app, use it in addition to a more popular one for the best results. But with that being said, here is a rundown of the 5 best niche dating sites and apps for Christian singles! * Christian Mingle * Upward * Higher Bond * Catholic Match * Christian Dating For Free CHRISTIAN MINGLE Itâs the most well known dating site exclusively for Christians, and itâs been around since 2001. Based on a study carried out by Upwave, 29% of Christian marriages originated from couples initially meeting on Christian Mingle [/christianmingle]. Profiles include detailed information, such as how often you attend services: If you're looking for someone who prioritizes worship in their life, Christian Mingle makes it easy to find them. According to a study conducted by the site, over 71% of their members attend church at least once a week. The siteâs algorithm will suggest potential matches, and you can also filter by denomination, age, height and drinking habits. A basic membership with Christian Mingle is free and gives you the ability to search for matches. Youâll have to upload at least 1 photo in order to be shown to other users. Like Match.com, exchanging messages requires a paid subscription. A 1-month Christian Mingle membership costs around $49.99. Christian Mingle 2025 Cost*1 month - $49.993 months - $34.996 months - $24.99 *Pricing may vary by location Members can use the site online, or access it via the Christian Mingle app on iOS or Android devices. Want more info on this Christian dating site? This Christian Mingle review [/christian-mingle-reviews/] is packed with details and profile tips! UPWARD Compared to ChristianMingle, Upward [https://www.appupward.com/] is a relative newcomer to the world of Christian dating apps. Launched in 2020, it was previously called FTH (short for âFaithâ). Upwardâs mission: Creating a faith-based community for Christian singles to connect based on shared beliefs, values and interests. Owned by Match Group, Upwardâs users are primarily Gen Z and Millennial Christians looking for faith-focused relationships. According to the appâs internal data, 90% of Upward users are looking for marriage, and over 50% of them would âget married tomorrowâ if they met their ideal partner. Profiles include a faith statement, where you can describe your beliefs and which denomination you identify with. Upward has over 10 denominations to choose from, or you can opt for ânot sure yetâ or âotherâ. The Upwards blog features twice-monthly sermons, where users can connect with each other and the content in the comments section. Creating an account on Upward is free, but comes with some limitations. You can see other users, but youâve limited âlikesâ per day and only 1 Super Like per week. Upgrading to a Premium or Elite membership unlikes unlimited daily matches, more free Super Likes and 1 profile monthly profile boost. A Premium membership starts at $9.99 for 1 month, and an Elite membership costs $19.99 for 1 month. Upward Premium Cost* (2025)1 month - $14.993 months - $22.496 months - $35.99 *Cost may vary by location Upward Elite Cost* (2025)1 month - $29.993 months - $44.996 months - $71.99 *Cost may vary by location The Upward app is available for both iOS [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/upward-christian-dating-app/id1499137942?mt=8] and Android [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.affinityapps.twozerofour&hl=en_US&gl=US]. Want to learn more? Check out our comprehensive Upward app review [/upward-dating-app-reviews/], or check out this head to head comparison with ChristianMingle [/upward-vs-christian-mingle/]! HIGHER BOND Owned by a 100 Christian-owned company, Higher Bond [https://higherbond.com/] helps Christian singles who prioritize faith and consider it a crucial component of their relationships. Hoping to combat the âinstant gratification and lukewarm connectionsâ that are par for the course on most dating apps, this Christian dating site takes a slightly different approach to matching than apps like Tinder [/better-than-tinder/]. Similar to CoffeeMeetsBagel [/coffee-meets-bagel-review-what-you-need-to-know/], Upward sends you 3 to 5 new matches daily that refresh every 24 hours. The company hopes that limiting the number of people you view each day will cut down on dating app fatigue. The app also imposes some limits on messaging, taking the âquality over quantityâ approach. Free members can only respond to messages from Premium members, as a free member you canât initiate a message exchange. But even Premium members can only initiate one new conversation each day, and it has to be with one of the âBatchâ matches. But once a conversation has started, there are no limits on how many ongoing message exchanges you can have at a time. A Premium membership to Higher Bond costs $28.95 for 1 month. Higher Bond Cost* (2025)1 month - $28.953 months - $17.95 per month6 months - $14.95 per month *Price may vary by location Higher Bond claims to have a 100% manual account and photo approval process, with no AI verification. It typically takes 1 to 3 business days for your account to be approved. Profiles include 5 sections of multiple-choice questions related to faith, lifestyle, relationship, finance and communication. Faith-based questions include how often you attend church, the importance of prayer and devotionals, your involvement in small groups, and more. Higher Bond is currently web-based only, there is no companion dating app. CATHOLICMATCH Like Christian Mingle, CatholicMatch [/catholicmatch] has been around for decades. It launched way back in 1999. Catholicism isnât a requirement, but Catholic singles represent the largest portion of their membership. Catholic beliefs are front and center; creating your profile includes answering 7 yes/no questions like âDo you accept the Churchâs teaching on the Eucharist?â These questions focus on intimacy before marriage, Mary, the Holy Orders, the Eucharist, and a few other faith specific items. Setting up your profile is free, but you canât do much on the dating site without a paid membership. Exchanging messages requires a subscription. CatholicMatch costs $29.99 for 1 month. CatholicMatch Cost* (2025)1 month - $29.996 months - $15.991 year - $10.00 *Price may vary by location Creating your profile takes a little longer on CatholicMatch compared to some other dating platforms. For instance, youâre required to answer a series of 30 questions, each one pertaining to appearance, background, or your faith. Some questions are typical fare, like how you spend your free time and your political views. Others get pretty detailed, like âDo you have any tattoos?â Filling out the âAbout Meâ section is mandatory, with a 250-character minimum requirement. For inspiration, check out these 10 great dating profile examples [/10-irresistible-dating-profile-examples-for-men/]. For an in-depth look at this Christian dating site, check out our Catholic Match review [/catholic-match-reviews/]! CHRISTIAN DATING FOR FREE CDFF (Christian Dating For Free) offers both website and mobile app options for Christian singles seeking meaningful relationships. The service uses personality assessments to recommend compatible matches for those looking for serious connections. CDFF is part of E Dating for Free, Inc., which launched in 2007 and manages other online dating sites & apps. Your profile on the platform includes personal details, relationship goals, and an interesting section where you can describe your ideal first date. Faith-specific information is prominently featured, allowing you to share your current church, attendance frequency, and denominational background. One of CDFF's features is its functionality without requiring payment. The free version allows you to browse member profiles and send and receive messages - capabilities often restricted on other dating platforms. For those wanting enhanced features, the Elevate membership is available. Upgrading to Elevate eliminates advertisements, boosts profile visibility, alerts you when Favorites are online, confirms when messages are read, and expands your photo upload limit. The Elevate subscription begins at approximately $19.99 for a single month. CDFF Cost* (2025)1 month - $19.993 months - $24.996 month - $39.99 *Price may vary by location Christian Dating For Free has a fully supported web version [https://www.christiandatingforfree.com/] and is available on both iOS [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/cdff-christian-dating-app/id625001689]and Google Play [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=cdff.mobileapp&hl=en_US]. SAFETY & SECURITY ON DATING APPS While Christian dating platforms can be wonderful places to meet like-minded individuals who share your faith and values, it's important to prioritize your safety and privacy [/is-online-dating-safe/]. While most users on Christian platforms are genuine, some may exploit the trust inherent in faith-based communities. Shared values donât always guarantee safety, but by knowing what to look for thereâs less of a chance youâll get scammed or taken advantage of. Here are some of the more common red flags [/how-to-spot-fake-dating-profiles/] for scammers: 1. Thereâs a quick emotional and/or spiritual connection. Be cautious of those who claim an instant, deep bond without truly knowing you. While receiving compliments may feel good, be wary of an ulterior motive at work. 2. They make financial requests. Legitimate users won't ask someone they've never met for money, even for "mission trips" or "church projects." There are appropriate platforms for charitable requests, and dating apps are not one of them. 3. Thereâs pressure to move off the platform. Be wary of urgent requests to communicate through your personal email or other messaging apps.  4. They are reluctant to meet in person or via video chat. Meeting up to see each other face to face should happen naturally as the relationship progresses. If there's always some reason or excuse a match can't make it happen, be very wary. In addition to identifying red flags, there are steps you can take to protect your privacy while dating online: * Use platform-specific messaging and avoid giving out personal contact information too soon. * Be mindful of shared content, always considering how your photos and profile information reflect on your faith and personal life. * Be sure to adjust privacy settings and familiarize yourself with the privacy features and profile verification processes offered by the dating platform. * Consider creating a dating-specific email address just for your dating accounts. Remember that being cautious isn't a sign of a lack of faith. The Bible encourages people to be "wise as serpents and innocent as doves" (Matthew 10:16). By staying vigilant and taking precautions, you can navigate Christian dating sites & apps with confidence. IF YOUâRE SERIOUS ABOUT MEETING âTHE ONEâ⊠Get ready to put in some serious effort! 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