Is Hinge or Bumble better for serious relationships?

Both apps are designed for relationship-minded singles, but Hinge markets itself as "designed to be deleted" and tends to attract users seeking serious connections. Bumble also focuses on meaningful relationships rather than hookups, though it does allow filtering for "something casual."

Can men message first on Bumble?

No, on Bumble only women can send the first message in heterosexual matches, with two exceptions: the Speed Dating game and sending Compliments. Women have 24 hours to message after matching, or the connection expires. In same-gender matches, either person can initiate.

Which app is better for guys—Hinge or Bumble?

Hinge is generally better for men because anyone can message first by commenting on a photo or prompt answer. This gives you control over starting conversations instead of waiting for women to reach out.

Do you need to pay for Hinge or Bumble?

Both apps can be used for free but have limitations. Free Hinge users can only like 8 profiles daily, while free Bumble users get around 100 swipes per day. Hinge offers more free features like location changing and dealbreaker filters, while Bumble requires a premium membership for multiple advanced filters.

Which dating app has more users?

Bumble has a larger overall user base and ranks as the second most popular dating app after Tinder. However, if you're dating over 50, Hinge may be better since 12% of its users are in that age range compared to less than 5% on Bumble.

Is Bumble Premium worth it?

Bumble Premium can be worth it if you want features like unlimited swipes, the ability to see who liked you in the Beeline, location changing, and multiple advanced filters. At $54.99/month, it's a significant investment, so consider how actively you'll use these features before upgrading.

Why do Bumble matches expire?

Bumble matches expire to encourage active engagement and prompt users to start conversations quickly. Women have 24 hours to send the first message, and men then have 24 hours to respond. This system keeps the app from filling up with stale matches and encourages more intentional connections.