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Best Dating Sites in London

Q: What are the best dating apps in London?

Bumble and Hinge are the most popular for serious dating, while Tinder remains dominant for volume. Thursday has gained a strong following with its once-a-week dating events, and Happn works particularly well in London's dense neighborhoods.

Q: Is Happn popular in London?

Yes, very. London's high population density and public transport culture make Happn's location-based 'crossed paths' feature especially effective.

Q: What makes London dating unique?

London's dating scene is incredibly international — you'll encounter people from all over the world. Pub dates are the classic first date, and the city's many neighborhoods each have distinct dating subcultures.

Q: Are there London-specific dating apps?

Thursday was founded in London and has a strong local following with its weekly in-person events. The Inner Circle also has a significant London membership focused on professionals.

Expert rankings of the top dating platforms in London, scored on safety, ease of use, value, and match quality.

London is Europe's largest dating market, with a hugely diverse and international population of singles. The city's pub culture and neighborhood-centric social life blend naturally with dating apps, making it easy to transition from online conversation to in-person meetups. Londoners are increasingly open to niche and interest-based dating platforms.

Top Dating Sites (13)

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Hinge

✓General Dating

Meaningful connections leading to real relationships

8.7

FreeUSD 34.99/mo premium

#3 Most Downloaded Dating App#1 App for Marriages (35% of couples)#1 Dating App in UK, Australia, Canada & Nordics

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Bumble

✓General Dating

Women who want to control the conversation

8.5

FreeUSD 32.99/mo premium

#2 Most Downloaded Dating AppApple 'Trend of the Year' WinnerBest Marketing Campaign

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Tinder

✓General Dating

Casual dating and meeting new people quickly

8.2

FreeUSD 29.99/mo premium

#1 Most Downloaded Dating App Worldwide#1 Top Grossing Dating AppBest Mobile Dating App

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HER

✓LGBTQ+

Lesbian, bisexual, and queer women and non-binary people

8.0

FreeUSD 14.99/mo premium

#1 Dating App for Lesbian & Queer Women4.4★ App Store Rating

❤️

Match.com

✓General Dating

Serious daters over 30 looking for committed relationships

7.9

USD 44.99/mo premium

Most Innovative Company21.5M Registered UsersWorld's First Commercial Dating Website 1995

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OkCupid

✓General Dating

People who value compatibility matching over appearance

7.8

FreeUSD 19.99/mo premium

#1 Rated Dating Site4.3★ App Store RatingTop 10 Dating Sites

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Badoo

✓General Dating

International dating and meeting people abroad

7.5

FreeUSD 12.99/mo premium

#1 in Latin America & Southern EuropeBest Dating Site4.6★ App Store Rating

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Happn

✓Hook-up / Casual

Meeting people you cross paths with in real life

7.4

FreeUSD 24.99/mo premium

#2 Dating App in France4.3★ App Store Rating100M+ Users in 190 Countries

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Inner Circle

UnverifiedNiche

Young professionals in major European and global cities

7.4

FreeEUR 39.99/mo premium

Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Winner

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Grindr

✓LGBTQ+

Gay, bi, and queer men seeking nearby connections

7.4

FreeUSD 24.99/mo premium

#1 Gay Dating App Worldwide#4 Highest-Grossing Dating AppBest Dating App

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The League

✓Serious Relationships

Ambitious professionals who want a vetted, curated dating pool

Feeld

✓Hook-up / Casual

Open-minded singles and couples exploring non-traditional connections

7.2

FreeUSD 23.99/mo premium

#1 App for Ethical Non-MonogamyInnovation by Design Award — Graphic DesignBest Real-Time Response Campaign

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Thursday

✓Hook-up / Casual

Daters who are tired of endless swiping and want urgency

7.1

FreeGBP 9.99/mo premium

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Dating Site Costs in London

Dating site subscriptions in London typically range from £0 – £50/month depending on the platform and subscription tier.

Site	Category	Monthly Cost
Hinge	General Dating	Free tierUSD 34.99/mo
Bumble	General Dating	Free tierUSD 32.99/mo
Tinder	General Dating	Free tierUSD 29.99/mo
HER	LGBTQ+	Free tierUSD 14.99/mo
Match.com	General Dating	USD 44.99/mo
OkCupid	General Dating	Free tierUSD 19.99/mo
Badoo	General Dating	Free tierUSD 12.99/mo
Happn	Hook-up / Casual	Free tierUSD 24.99/mo
Inner Circle	Niche	Free tierEUR 39.99/mo
Grindr	LGBTQ+	Free tierUSD 24.99/mo

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best dating apps in London?

Bumble and Hinge are the most popular for serious dating, while Tinder remains dominant for volume. Thursday has gained a strong following with its once-a-week dating events, and Happn works particularly well in London's dense neighborhoods.

Is Happn popular in London?

Yes, very. London's high population density and public transport culture make Happn's location-based 'crossed paths' feature especially effective.

What makes London dating unique?

London's dating scene is incredibly international — you'll encounter people from all over the world. Pub dates are the classic first date, and the city's many neighborhoods each have distinct dating subcultures.

Are there London-specific dating apps?

Thursday was founded in London and has a strong local following with its weekly in-person events. The Inner Circle also has a significant London membership focused on professionals.