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Head-to-head

Hinge Dating App vs BLK

Hinge Dating App 4.4★ · Free + IAP 75
Winner Hinge Dating App
BLK 4.6★ · Free + IAP 40

Hinge Dating App is generally preferred for its ability to foster real connections and its robust feature set, despite recent complaints about increasing paywalls, while BLK struggles with significant technical issues and a high number of fake profiles.

Full reviews: Hinge Dating App · BLK

Hinge Dating App is praised for helping users find serious relationships and its user-friendly interface, though recent updates have introduced more paid features. BLK, while appreciated for its focus on the Black community, is plagued by persistent login problems, location inaccuracies, and a high volume of scammers and bots.

Head to head

Ability to find real connections edge: Hinge Dating AppR5R14R44R47
Hinge Dating App Many Hinge users report successfully finding long-term relationships, including spouses and partners, highlighting the app's effectiveness in fostering real connections R5R14R47R49. Users appreciate that it encourages engagement beyond superficial swiping R44.
BLK BLK users also report finding their spouses and long-term partners through the app, indicating its potential for serious connections within its target demographic . However, this positive experience is often overshadowed by issues like ghosting and fake profiles R64R69.
Ease of Use & Features edge: Hinge Dating AppR3R6R10R12
Hinge Dating App Hinge is generally considered easy to use R14. Users appreciate features that facilitate connections, though some recent changes, like moving the 'undo' button and certain filters behind a paywall, have caused frustration R6R10. Users also request features like the ability to specify the number of children R3 or a search feature for conversations R12.
BLK BLK users report numerous issues with basic functionality, including problems logging in R61R96, profiles not displaying pictures or information , and messages disappearing or lagging . Filters are also reported as not working .
Reliability & Technical Performance edge: Hinge Dating AppR1R7R13R27
Hinge Dating App Hinge users occasionally report issues like the biometric scan not working R1, account creation problems due to phone numbers being linked R7, and bugs with liked messages R27. Some users also experience random bans R13R28.
BLK BLK suffers from widespread and severe reliability issues. Users frequently report being unable to log in R61R96, location services showing distant matches , messages disappearing or lagging , and the app freezing . Some users are also banned for no clear reason .
Price & Value edge: Hinge Dating AppR6R9R10R30
Hinge Dating App Hinge is increasingly criticized for moving previously free features, such as the 'undo' button and certain filters, behind a paywall R6R10R30R43. Users feel the app is becoming a 'subscription-only' experience and aggressively pushes premium modes R9. Some find the pricing expensive .
BLK BLK is widely criticized for its high cost and perceived poor value. Users feel they have to pay for almost everything, including basic features like swiping freely or seeing likes . There are also complaints about being charged incorrectly or unexpectedly .
Support & Moderation edge: Hinge Dating AppR7R13R28R64
Hinge Dating App Hinge users report issues with support, such as being unable to create an account due to a linked phone number with no help from resources R7 and random bans that are difficult to appeal R13R28.
BLK BLK's customer service receives significant negative feedback. Users report being unable to get help with login issues , hacked accounts , or incorrect charges . There are also concerns about moderation, with reports of scammers and illegal activity in the community section that go unaddressed, and users being banned after reporting such content R64R69R88.
Pick Hinge Dating App if

You are looking for a serious relationship and value an app that encourages genuine connections, even if it means encountering more paywalls for advanced features R5R14R44. You prioritize a generally stable and functional app experience over a niche focus R14.

Pick BLK if

You are specifically seeking to connect with other Black singles and are willing to navigate significant technical issues, a high number of fake profiles, and potentially unresponsive customer support to do so .

Evidence note: Hinge's recent negative reviews are heavily skewed towards frustration with new paywalls and the removal of previously free features. BLK's negative reviews are dominated by severe technical malfunctions, login problems, and concerns about scammers and moderation. While both apps have a free tier, BLK's free experience seems more hampered by core functionality issues.

Frequently asked

Is Hinge still good for finding serious relationships?
Yes, many Hinge users report successfully finding long-term partners, including spouses, indicating it remains effective for serious relationships R5R14R49R59.
Are there many scammers on BLK?
Yes, many BLK users report a significant problem with scammers and fake profiles, with some even claiming the community section is filled with individuals attempting to sell themselves R64R69R88.
Has Hinge become a paid app?
Hinge still has a free tier, but many previously free features, such as the ability to reverse an accidental decline or use certain filters, have been moved behind a paywall, leading users to feel it's increasingly pushing for premium subscriptions R6R10R30R43.
Why can't I log into BLK?
Many BLK users report persistent login issues, with the app frequently displaying an 'Oops that did not go as planned!' error or failing to send verification codes, preventing access to accounts R61R96R99R106.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R5] Hinge Dating App 5/5 · US met my husband: the title says it all! designed to be deleted and that’s exactly what I did. now time for wedding planning
  2. [R14] Hinge Dating App 5/5 · US Hinge love: Hinge was easy to use and plan dates or meetings, meet friends or the love of your life. I found my friend and love. My future husband and life partner. Looking forward to our amazing life together , waking up together everyday in love just a little more with one another and choosing each other. Life is beautiful love is out there for you, find it on HINGE.
  3. [R44] Hinge Dating App 5/5 · US Real connections: Real connection instead of the conventional swiping-dating method
  4. [R47] Hinge Dating App 5/5 · US Weirdly Enough: -coming from someone who is completely opposed to dating apps and wanted to meet someone organically , i am here to say i met my person on hinge
  5. [R3] Hinge Dating App 3/5 · US Update needed: Please update the children section to allow users to put the number of children they have.
  6. [R6] Hinge Dating App 3/5 · US Slowly turning to a subscription only app.: Back a year ago, you could filter between what someone’s looking for ex. Short term, long term, etc. Now you can’t. That’s fine and all but they just removed the ability to reverse an accidental X / decline. I always thought this was the best dating app and always vouched for it and recommended it to everyone for the ability to do absolutely everything f
  7. [R10] Hinge Dating App 2/5 · US Used to be good: Changed undo button behind paywall, half the filters can’t be used without paying, and no option to exclude trans people
  8. [R12] Hinge Dating App 3/5 · US NEEDED Feature: There needs to be a search feature where you can search for words used in conversations. If you get a lot of matches it’s difficult to keep track of conversations, unless you spend all day on the app. Bumble has always had this feature and it makes it very easy to navigate by being able to search name or something said in conversation; just like searching in iMessage
  9. [R1] Hinge Dating App 1/5 · US Biometric scan sucks: I can’t get passed the face scan. I have tried at least 100 times. I still have the app downloaded in hopes that one day the face scan will work and I’m able to join.
  10. [R7] Hinge Dating App 1/5 · US Absolute trash: I can’t even make an account because some random person’s phone number is already linked to the account so I can’t even try if I wanted to and the resources they have. Don’t help complete scam.
  11. [R13] Hinge Dating App 1/5 · US Banned due to revenge report: Had to take a few days away from the app due to being ill. Got an email saying my account was banned. I’m guessing my match(es) didn’t like that I didn’t reply and reported me. Also assuming it’s a bot making these decisions. I was super excited to find my person!! Random bans seem to be super common, so be aware your account could be deleted at any time.
  12. [R27] Hinge Dating App 3/5 · US Likes in messages BUGGED: Likes on messages are bugged. Cant see what messages matches have liked. Signing out and back in removes all liked messages entirely.
  13. [R9] Hinge Dating App 3/5 · US Premium: I guess it’s probably the best dating app but they have gotten really aggressive with pushing for the premium mode. It feels like every time you press a button you get an ad to sign up.
  14. [R30] Hinge Dating App 3/5 · US Used to be great: I used to respect Hinge for not being like the other apps that basically hide people behind paywalls. It appears that Hinge has started to do the same. For example, attempting to like someone when out of like might move them over to the “Standouts” requiring a rose to send them a like. Also only having one “Go Back” a day instead of being able to use them all the time. Hinge, y’a
  15. [R28] Hinge Dating App 1/5 · US Banned for no reason: I was banned from hinge after just making an account and wasn’t given a reason just to check tos My friend was banned before and said that there is no point in appealing because it never gets revoked I would like an explanation
  16. [R64] BLK 1/5 · US Scammers and Illegal Activity: The developers must have some type of illegal ring going. The community section is filled with women attempting to sell themselves and when you report it they ban you from the app! Outside of the social section is just as bad. Matches will contact you first then never respond after you reply (bots). Don’t waste your time or MONEY because you will very much regret us
  17. [R49] Hinge Dating App 5/5 · US Found my future HUBBY!!: I have gone my whole life wanting to feel special and he makes me feel like that every single day we are together.. thank you hinge and thank u god I am truly blessed❣️🥰
  18. [R59] Hinge Dating App 5/5 · US Met my soulmate: Through hinge I met the man who will soon become my husband. The app was easy to use, and in a world where everyone hates on dating apps, I SWEAR by Hinge!
  19. [R69] BLK 3/5 · US Warning: Some profiles are scammers: This app could be great! I wish the developers would only allow profiles that are verified. (Set a time limit on unverified profiles Or give users, especially paid users a warning before matching that the profile is unverified). Unfortunately, scammers and time wasters seem to be taking over this app as of late.
  20. [R88] BLK 1/5 · US App Changing: Too many fake accounts and people promoting sex and content yall need to change this whole app automatically and with the pay for likes
  21. [R43] Hinge Dating App 1/5 · US 😔: New pay walls for features once free! Filters are expensive and distance constraints broken! Pay for what?
  22. [R61] BLK 1/5 · US Log in bug: I’ve tried everything from uninstalling the app. Deleting saved info of the app in settings and no matter what I do I can’t log in to my account or make a new one.
  23. [R96] BLK 3/5 · US Account not working: I’ve been trying to log into my blk account for a few weeks. All it keeps saying is “Oops that did not go as planned! Please try again” I’ve tried many times and same result
  24. [R99] BLK 3/5 · US The issue: Issue with logging in thought it was just technical issues but it’s been weeks
  25. [R106] BLK 1/5 · US Cant login: Every time I try to login it says “that didnt go as planned try again”

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