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Head-to-head

Bumble Dating App vs Hinge Dating App

Bumble Dating App 4.3★ · Free + IAP 65
Winner Hinge Dating App
Hinge Dating App 4.4★ · Free + IAP 70

Hinge has a slight edge over Bumble, primarily due to its focus on fostering real connections and a more positive user experience despite recent complaints about paywalls.

Full reviews: Bumble Dating App · Hinge Dating App

Bumble and Hinge both face criticism for increasing paywalls and app performance issues, but Hinge generally receives more positive feedback for facilitating serious relationships and offering a better free experience, even as some users note a shift towards more paid features. Bumble users appreciate its safety features and the 'women initiate' rule, but many are frustrated by high costs and persistent bugs.

Head to head

Features & Matching edge: Hinge Dating AppR2R3R12R26
Bumble Dating App Bumble users appreciate the 'women initiate' rule, which some find makes the first connection easier . However, recent updates have removed features like the 'recent' filter R2 and changed the incoming likes display from a grid to a one-at-a-time parade, making it difficult to navigate many likes R3. Some users also report issues with location accuracy R26 and a lack of diversity in profiles R12.
Hinge Dating App Hinge is praised for encouraging real connections and being less superficial than other apps . Users appreciate its ability to help them find serious relationships, with many reporting meeting their future spouses . However, recent changes have moved features like the ability to reverse an accidental swipe R66 and certain filters R70 behind a paywall. There are also requests for features like a search function for conversations and more specific filters for children or political beliefs .
Ease of Use & Reliability tieR9R15R25R33
Bumble Dating App Bumble users report significant issues with app performance, including buffering between profiles R33, unresponsive swiping R9, and profiles reappearing in the 'liked you' section after being swiped away R25. Some find the app confusing, especially regarding who initiates conversations and the varying time limits R15. There are also complaints about the app not working over data and location services being inaccurate .
Hinge Dating App Hinge is generally considered easy to use , but some users experience issues like the biometric scan failing repeatedly or an inability to create an account due to a phone number already being linked . Bugs include liked messages disappearing after signing out and back in . Users also note that the app can be slow to load profiles R33.
Price & Value tieR1R7R10R16
Bumble Dating App Bumble is widely criticized for being extremely expensive, with many essential features behind a paywall R1R7R10R16. Users feel it's a 'pay to play' app R46 and that prices have increased significantly, making it less affordable than alternatives R22. Some report sneaky auto-billing and difficulty canceling subscriptions R16.
Hinge Dating App Hinge is also increasingly criticized for moving previously free features behind a paywall R66R70. Users feel it's becoming too aggressive with premium pushes and that it's expensive, with some mentioning prices like $50-$60 a month . Despite this, some users still find it valuable enough to meet their partners .
Support & Safety edge: Bumble Dating AppR12R14R37R43
Bumble Dating App Bumble is praised for its safety features and support for abuse victims, with one user reporting a positive experience after reporting an abusive ex R14. However, customer service is widely criticized for being difficult to access, relying heavily on AI chatbots, and having slow response times for email support R12R37R43. Users also report issues with payment processing and lack of human support for these problems R43.
Hinge Dating App Hinge users report being banned for unclear reasons, sometimes due to revenge reports or after taking a break from the app, with appeals often being unsuccessful R73R88. There are complaints about a lack of human support for account issues .
User Quality & Experience edge: Hinge Dating AppR4R8R10R11
Bumble Dating App Bumble has a mix of user experiences, with some finding great men R8 and serious people R11, and others meeting their spouses . However, there are complaints about fake profiles , non-responsive users R4, and a perceived bias against men leading to few matches . Some users also feel the app has become a 'slot machine game' designed to keep them paying R10.
Hinge Dating App Hinge is frequently praised for having genuine people and facilitating real connections, leading many to find their partners . However, there are significant complaints about fake profiles, bots, and unserious users R79. Some users also report low responsiveness from matches .
Pick Bumble Dating App if

you value a dating app with a strong emphasis on safety and the unique 'women initiate' feature, and are willing to navigate potential app bugs and high subscription costs R14.

Pick Hinge Dating App if

you are looking for an app designed for serious relationships and real connections, and are prepared for the possibility of encountering some fake profiles and increasing paywalls for features .

Evidence note: Both apps have a mix of positive and negative reviews, with recent negative reviews for both heavily skewed towards complaints about increasing paywalls and app performance issues. Hinge's lifetime rating is slightly higher, and its positive reviews more frequently highlight successful long-term relationships.

Frequently asked

Is Bumble a free dating app?
Bumble has a free tier that allows users to set up an account and swipe on profiles, but many essential features, such as seeing who likes you or communicating with others, are behind a paywall and require a subscription R1R40R46R51.
How much does Bumble cost?
Bumble is considered expensive by many users, with some reporting weekly premium options costing $32 and monthly costs for basic premium reaching $70 R7R19R22.
Does Hinge have a free version?
Yes, Hinge has a free version that allows users to make connections and go on dates, with some users finding their partners without paying R68R83. However, many features, including the ability to undo accidental swipes and certain filters, are increasingly being moved behind a paywall R66R70.
What are the common complaints about Bumble?
Common complaints about Bumble include its high cost and extensive paywalls, frequent app bugs and performance issues like unresponsive swiping and location inaccuracies, and difficulties with customer service, which often relies on AI chatbots R7R9R12R16.
What are the common complaints about Hinge?
Common complaints about Hinge include the increasing number of features moved behind paywalls, issues with fake profiles and bots, and problems with account bans that users feel are unjustified or lack clear reasons R66R73R79R88.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R2] Bumble Dating App 4/5 · US Recent filter: Bring back the “recent” filter on pages that have like mine.
  2. [R3] Bumble Dating App 3/5 · US Great app, shaky back-end: I’ve been a long-time paid user of Bumble and have met a lot of great people on the app. I’m writing this review, which I hope to amend later, because the design and performance of the app have gotten meaningfully worse this year. Bugs or poor design choices: - Your incoming likes are no longer a grid, but parade of one at a time - hopeless to navigate if you have 500+ i
  3. [R12] Bumble Dating App 3/5 · US No customer service and no diversity: It took hours to cancel the subscription. The step by step instructions in the support tab did not match the options on screen. Ended up having the AI chat assistant cancel. Maybe it’s the area I live in but the diversity on the app is nonexistent. Left a bad taste and I went be using the app again.
  4. [R26] Bumble Dating App 4/5 · US Wish location was more accurate: When bumble calculates mileage it doesn’t account for driving mileage from greater NY to Long Island - it calculates the mileage over the water so many of the matches that show up within my distance parameters are actually much further
  5. [R9] Bumble Dating App 3/5 · US bug fix: the swiping up confuses it as a left or right swipe and is unresponsive if you scroll too fast
  6. [R15] Bumble Dating App 3/5 · US Confusing: This app is very confusing with how it works. You can like someone and get to message them, then there are times someone will like me back but they have to initiate. There are some that say you have 24hrs to initiate, or they do. Some say 72hrs. I can like someone back but they have to start the conversation. How does this thing work??? Make it make sense and user friendly…
  7. [R25] Bumble Dating App 1/5 · US FIX YOUR APP!: I’m so sick of wasting my time swiping guys out in the liked you section only for them to reappear 2 minutes later. Literally some profiles I am seeing 3+ times. It’s not them, it’s YOU.
  8. [R33] Bumble Dating App 3/5 · GB Loads of buffering between profiles: App or server is really slow. When swiping, it takes loads of time to load the next profile. Other than that app is great and has a good mixture of users.
  9. [R1] Bumble Dating App 1/5 · US U have to pay to use: Only free thing to do is to set up ur account
  10. [R7] Bumble Dating App 1/5 · US No good: Extremely expensive. Overpriced. Don't use.
  11. [R10] Bumble Dating App 1/5 · US Literal Trash: This app turns dating into a slot machine game while manipulating the odds in their favor. You’ll never be able to win because the goal is to keep you putting coins in the machine.
  12. [R16] Bumble Dating App 1/5 · US Just light your money on fire.: These apps just want your money with no human decency these days. They’ll keep your payment info even if you delete it on your side of things. They put subscription cancellation in the most inconvenient hard to find place so they can grub more money out of you. These apps are just to underhanded in the ways they will try to take advantage of you. With or without re
  13. [R14] 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.
  14. [R37] Bumble Dating App 1/5 · US no customer support: They have moved all their customer support to AI chat bots. They will move your issue to email. 2+ weeks later I’m still waiting for email support.
  15. [R43] Bumble Dating App 2/5 · US Payment method: I’m extremely frustrated with this experience. It should not be this difficult to make a payment, especially when I have the available funds and my bank isn’t declining the transaction. I’ve tried multiple cards, and every payment fails. What’s even more disappointing is that there’s no way to reach a real person for support, only an AI chat. For a paid service, that’s unacceptable.
  16. [R4] Bumble Dating App 1/5 · US Could be better: Lots of dudes around but they don't respond should send multiple reminders bumble kid blocked me in 2021 for some business comments I was reeled into forex and I’m still blocked to this day
  17. [R8] Bumble Dating App 5/5 · US Great men here: Safe and exciting dating app
  18. [R11] Bumble Dating App 5/5 · US Good for dating: Very nice and connect you with people who are serious
  19. [R40] Bumble Dating App 1/5 · US Misleading: I downloaded the app filled out my information only to find out that they charge you to communicate with other people on the site
  20. [R46] Bumble Dating App 1/5 · US You can find a better app, don’t fall for this one.: it’s just ridiculous you have to pay to even see a single person who liked you. apps like this are specifically called pay to play, and aren’t trying to help you, they want to help themselves overflow their greedy pockets. it’s also very creepy you can’t change your name in app or even change the city you live in. you don’t need my exact locatio
  21. [R51] Bumble Dating App 1/5 · US There’s no free version.: You have to pay for everything. Wouldn’t recommend this app.
  22. [R19] Bumble Dating App 1/5 · US Stupid guidelines: I had this app a short time but it flagged a normal photo i had of myself as “violating nudity guidelines “ even though it was a normal photo of me in a tank top. Also $70/month for basic premium??? Talk about a rip off. I’m not saying this because of lack of matches but because of lack of thought behind the programming of this app. So disappointing and will not be using again
  23. [R22] Bumble Dating App 2/5 · US Expensive now, use to be good though: I met some really awesome people on bumble but they changed the prices and the cheapest option FOR A WEEK is now 32$, would recommend tinder or hinge for more affordable match making
  24. [R66] 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
  25. [R68] Hinge Dating App 5/5 · US Found my baddie: Nice app, love that it’s free, I found my dream woman, hell yeah!
  26. [R70] 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
  27. [R83] Hinge Dating App 5/5 · US Best App on the face of the planet: Better than Google Chrome, MyChart, ChatGPT, Tinder, Crunchyroll and YouTube combined 😂. Seriously though, this app brought true action into my life. I’m an average looking(I think slightly good looking) guy, and I’ve had waaaaaay more dates on my free Hinge account than I thought I could when I was paying for Tinder; which makes me suspect that the people who m
  28. [R73] 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.
  29. [R79] Hinge Dating App 1/5 · US Fakes: Most women on here are fake
  30. [R88] 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

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