Hinge Most Compatible Explained [& How To Get Featured!]

💡 Key Insights:

• Hinge's Most Compatible feature uses machine learning and the Nobel Prize-winning Gale-Shapley algorithm to suggest your ideal match
• Most users receive one Most Compatible match daily, appearing at the top of their Discover feed
• The algorithm analyzes three key factors: your profile information (including prompt answers), your in-app actions (likes and passes), and who likes your profile
• According to Hinge's testing, Most Compatible matches exchange phone numbers 8 times more frequently than regular matches
• Using the app consistently and thoughtfully improves the quality of your recommended matches over time
• The feature is available to all users regardless of subscription status, though paid subscribers may receive priority
• A high "League Score" is required to access this feature, which factors in profile completeness and proper app usage
• Most Compatible differs from Standouts, which is a separate feed of algorithmically recommended profiles

This dating app doesn't just want to keep you swiping—it's designed to get you offline and into a meaningful relationship.

Hinge's innovative Most Compatible feature represents the culmination of years of data science aimed at solving dating's fundamental challenge: finding someone who's not just attracted to you, but who you're genuinely compatible with long-term.

Unlike traditional matching systems that rely primarily on superficial preferences, Hinge combines sophisticated machine learning with Nobel Prize-winning algorithms to identify relationships with real potential.

Our dating experts have managed thousands of Hinge profiles since the app's 2012 launch, giving us unique insight into how this powerful feature actually works—and how you can leverage it to find your perfect match.

Let's get started!

How Hinge Most Compatible Works

Most users get one Most Compatible match daily. You'll find it at the top of your Discover the first time you log in each day. If you aren't in the habit of checking the Hinge app daily, you may find the frequency varies.

If you have push notifications enabled, you'll know when your recommended match has been delivered.

Because Most Compatible matches are an intentional pairing, you’ll see each other’s profiles.

During the testing phase, Most Compatible matches swapped phone numbers 8 times more often. They theorized that made it more likely an actual date occurred.

As for how your recommended matches are actually determined, Hinge’s Director of Communications Jean-Marie McGrath, explained the process to Elite Daily:

Through a combination of machine learning and the Nobel-prize winning Gale-Shapley algorithm, 'Most Compatible' pairs members with the person they’re most likely to have a great first date with.

The Gale-Shapley algorithm won a Nobel Prize, and it’s been around since the ‘60s.

It was originally developed as a way to tackle the “stable marriage” problem. The central premise was the difficulty inherent in matching an evenly split number of men and women asked to rank each other in order of preference.

Matching With AI

When deciding who your Most Compatible matches are, Hinges uses machine learning to analyze:

• All the information you plug into your profile, including your answers to the 3 questions. (That’s one reason why putting some real thought into choosing the best Hinge prompts for you to answer is essential!)
• Your actions within the app, such as who you choose to “like” and/or message, and who you choose to “pass” on.
• What type of people “like” and comment on your profile. To make sure you're attracting the caliber of singles you'd consider a relationship with, check out these Hinge profile tips!

Since it’s a process that occurs over time, using the app thoughtfully and frequently will lead to higher-quality matches recommended by the Hinge algorithm. As Hinge founder Justin McLeod told British Vogue,

It gets better and more accurate the more that you reveal your tastes.

The Most Compatible feature is not the same as a Hinge Standout profile. Standouts is a special feed of profiles the algorithm deems to be a good fit. Check out exactly how the Hinge Standouts feature works!

Got more Hinge questions?

Our Ultimate Guide To Hinge has the expert answers you need, and plenty of profile and photo tips to ensure your perfect match feels the love!