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Head-to-head

Plenty of Fish vs Bumble Dating App

Plenty of Fish 4.3★ · Free + IAP 60
Winner Bumble Dating App
Bumble Dating App 4.3★ · Free + IAP 75

Bumble has an edge for a more modern dating experience with better safety features, while Plenty of Fish struggles with a high volume of fake profiles and technical issues.

Full reviews: Plenty of Fish · Bumble Dating App

Bumble and Plenty of Fish both offer free dating with in-app purchases, but Bumble generally provides a safer environment and a more user-friendly experience, despite its own paywall frustrations. Plenty of Fish is plagued by numerous fake accounts and technical glitches, making it a less reliable option for many users.

Head to head

User Experience & Matching edge: Bumble Dating AppR1R9R12R15
Plenty of Fish Plenty of Fish users find the matching system confusing, leading to unwanted messages from significantly older individuals R1. Many also report issues with the algorithm not matching them with people who have liked them, pushing for paid features R15. The app is described as clunky and laggy, with frequent glitches requiring reinstallation . Some users are frustrated by invasive personal questions R12 and the inability to delete a 'liked' person without blocking them R9.
Bumble Dating App Bumble's matching system can be confusing for new users due to varying rules for who initiates contact and within what timeframe . Users also report issues with location accuracy, showing matches far away or in incorrect cities . Some find the app slow with buffering between profiles . However, many appreciate the feature where women make the first move .
Profile Authenticity & Safety edge: Bumble Dating AppR2R3R4R10
Plenty of Fish Plenty of Fish is widely criticized for a high number of fake accounts, scammers, and bots, with users frequently encountering repetitive messages and profiles with red flags like Telegram numbers R2R3R4R10. There are complaints about inadequate moderation of reported accounts, leading to harassment and unsafe experiences R4R46R57. The app offers verification but doesn't require it, making it difficult to filter unverified accounts R3.
Bumble Dating App Bumble is generally perceived as safer, with one user specifically thanking them for taking down an abusive ex's account R62. However, some users report issues with photo verification not being reliable, catching AI profiles and men impersonating others even with verification R82. There are also complaints about being suggested gay or trans profiles despite setting preferences for heterosexual women .
Free vs. Paid Features & Value tieR3R15R18R24
Plenty of Fish Plenty of Fish offers some free options but limits free users to one message a day R3R18. Many users feel pressured to pay to see likes or get more communication, but even paid subscriptions don't always offer unlimited messaging or clear perks R3R15R24. Some users report being charged even after canceling subscriptions .
Bumble Dating App Bumble's free tier is very limited, with many essential features like seeing who liked you hidden behind a paywall R67R69. Users feel the app is designed to make them spend money, with prices like $69 for one month considered insane R67. Some paid users report not getting matches even with a lifetime subscription .
Reliability & Technical Performance tieR4R7R19R34
Plenty of Fish Plenty of Fish users frequently report technical issues such as the app not opening R7, crashing during verification , logging them out and not accepting passwords R19, and conversations disappearing . Some users are banned for unclear reasons shortly after creating an account R4R34. There are also complaints about features not working even after paying for subscriptions, with zero help from support .
Bumble Dating App Bumble also faces technical complaints, including the app crashing and not allowing users to log back in . Some users report the discover page not loading and the app not working over data . Customer support is criticized for being non-existent or unresponsive, especially for issues like reactivating premium memberships .
Success Stories & Community tieR8R29R41R50
Plenty of Fish Despite the issues, some Plenty of Fish users have found success, meeting nice people, and even finding their soulmates or wives R8R29R50. The app is praised for offering a variety of ways to connect R8 and for its potential for meaningful connections R41.
Bumble Dating App Bumble users also report success in finding partners, with some meeting their wives or husbands through the app . Many appreciate the quality of options and the potential for genuine connections .
Pick Plenty of Fish if

You are looking for a free dating app with a large user base and are willing to navigate through numerous fake profiles and technical glitches, and you don't mind limited free messaging R8R18.

Pick Bumble Dating App if

You prefer an app where women make the first move and value a generally safer environment, even if it means encountering some paywalls and occasional location inaccuracies R62.

Evidence note: Recent reviews for both apps show a negative skew, with many complaints about paywalls and technical issues. For Plenty of Fish, the volume of complaints about scammers and fake profiles is particularly high and consistent across many reviews. For Bumble, while there are complaints about paywalls, there are also many positive reviews highlighting successful connections and safety features.

Frequently asked

Which app has more fake profiles or scammers?
Plenty of Fish has significantly more complaints about fake profiles, scammers, and bots, with users frequently reporting repetitive messages, red flags like Telegram numbers, and inadequate moderation R2R3R4R10.
Is it worth paying for either app?
Reviews suggest that paying for either app may not guarantee a significantly better experience; Plenty of Fish users report that paid subscriptions don't always offer unlimited messaging or clear perks R3R24, while Bumble users feel pressured to pay for basic features and some paid users still report no matches R67R69.
Which app is better for women's safety?
Bumble appears to be better for women's safety, with a user specifically thanking them for taking down an abusive ex's account R62, although some still report issues with photo verification R82. Plenty of Fish, in contrast, has numerous complaints about inadequate moderation of reported accounts, leading to harassment and unsafe experiences for women R46R57.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R1] Plenty of Fish 1/5 · US Confusing: I didn’t understand how the matching system worked and ended up gaining messages from men 40+. I am 20. I had no say on who could message me. I had got annoyed so I started trolling one of the old guys, I was reported and banned from the app right after. Catering to weird old men is wild and the matching + messaging system should be changed.
  2. [R9] Plenty of Fish 3/5 · US Upgrades: Allow us to delete someone we’ve liked without having to block them. If I contact women someone and they don’t respond I would like to be able to delete them without having to block them. Also I’m only interested in
  3. [R12] Plenty of Fish 3/5 · US Used to love it but idk now: Its use to be pretty easy but now its asks so many and personal questions that you can’t even opt out of answering. Just feels invasive a bit.
  4. [R15] Plenty of Fish 3/5 · US Likes but won’t match: The algorithm in plenty of fish is 🚮 they don’t match you ever with people that like you. In which enforces payment to purchase to see likes. I’m not doing that just to see results. I feel like this app is a waist of complete time. You can swipe for hours an still get nothing. Idk what is worse. This app or tinder 🤦🏽
  5. [R2] Plenty of Fish 4/5 · US There are fake people here.: One conversation a few days the question became repetitious but he would deny they were. The questions seem as if they were program because looking back at his msgs they were exact same wording. Blocked! But in honesty; I did meet some nice interesting people
  6. [R3] Plenty of Fish 3/5 · US Offers verification but not required!: Cannot filter all unverified accounts. Saw alot of complaints of fake accounts and seemed to be many I believe to be fake. Just a breeding ground for scammers. Also subscribing does not open uou up to more communication. One message a day for free! Money Hungy!
  7. [R4] Plenty of Fish 1/5 · US Garbage: They ban real users while letting scammers and blackmailing extortionists thrive on here I made an account and the next morning i was banned for some reason
  8. [R10] Plenty of Fish 1/5 · US Plenty Of Scammers: 99% scammers
  9. [R18] Plenty of Fish 3/5 · US No Limit: Stop limiting customers to one message in a 24hour. If you have not signed up with your service.
  10. [R24] Plenty of Fish 3/5 · US Ok for free: Can be very laggy & doesn’t make sense when you pay for the subscription service you don’t get unlimited messaging. I have no idea what perks I get for paying…
  11. [R7] Plenty of Fish 2/5 · US Not working: Tried to get it and is not opening
  12. [R19] Plenty of Fish 1/5 · US Poorly Made: Created an account last night, swiped for a few minutes and went to bed. I woke up this morning and I was logged out! Strange, but even stranger is the fact that PoF is NOT accepting my password (I saved it so I know it is correct). I clicked on reset password through both the app and a browser, and I still have received no password reset email. However, when I try to create a new acc
  13. [R34] Plenty of Fish 1/5 · US Not good: Signed and few minutes after I got removed for no reason after verification
  14. [R8] Plenty of Fish 5/5 · US I’m take on this app: I have met some really nice people on this app. I met a few duds on this app, but for the most part, I enjoy the engagement and it opens up a variety of different ways to connect with people and I enjoy that. So I give it to thumbs up.
  15. [R29] Plenty of Fish 5/5 · US I found true love: Against all odds, I find my soulmate on POF dating site
  16. [R41] Plenty of Fish 5/5 · US Review notes: I think as time continues the partnership that is made through POF. A POF connection can be one that is meaningful and true. It’s great and will continue to be a great place to meet someone special.
  17. [R50] Plenty of Fish 5/5 · US Amazing: After a few disappointing dates from this app, I met my husband. We've been together for 8 years and I've never been happier!
  18. [R67] Bumble Dating App 1/5 · US So stupid: You have to pay to see who’s liked you why can’t you see the ppl for free? It’s crazy. It’s 69 dollars for one month that’s insane for a dating app that won’t let you do anything for free.
  19. [R69] Bumble Dating App 3/5 · US it’s good actually, but you have to pay for way too much (not paying): it’s very limited as to what you can do, there’s a paywall behind a lot of stuff. still useable for sure, and i’ve made some good matches but it’s expensive to pay and i’m not paying
  20. [R46] Plenty of Fish 1/5 · US Unsafe ..: No one is watching the reported accounts. One thing about this site is when you delete your account sign back in all of the blocks against that account comes back. I have been harassed by someone who will not leave me alone. I chatted with them for about 2 days and realized the guy is mentally unstable. Stalker stuff, can’t take no for an answer. I can’t be the only person dealing with
  21. [R57] Plenty of Fish 1/5 · US Don’t use this app if you want to meet your match: The people who maintain this app don’t care about women’s safety at all . I told someone who contacted me that I was just starting to date someone he immediately reported my profile and it was removed by the site . That’s a violation to pof which 1 how would I know that relationship would go anywhere and 2 all the time men are overtly aggressive o
  22. [R62] Bumble Dating App 5/5 · US Safest dating app: I just wanted to thank Bumble because I had reported my abusive ex and they were more kind and helpful than any other dating app. They genuinely care about abuse victims, took time to hear my story, and took his account down.
  23. [R82] Bumble Dating App 1/5 · US PHOTO VERIFICATION IS NOT REAL!!: For women especially, photo verification is a way to feel safe. I have caught not only several AI profiles, but even men acting as other men WITH photo verification. This is completely unacceptable and puts women at danger.

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store