Alternatives to Pairs
Apps like Pairs: japan's largest relationship-focused matching app. Compare who they're for, what they cost and where they run.
| Tool | Price from | Free plan | Platforms | Rating | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Pairs | ¥4,100/mo | Yes | Website, iOS, Android | ★ 4.2 | Oct 24, 2026 |
 Bumble | — | Yes | iOS, Android | ★ 4.3 | Oct 24, 2026 |
 Tinder | — | Yes | Website, iOS, Android | ★ 4.2 | Oct 24, 2026 |
 Hinge | — | Yes | iOS, Android | ★ 4.4 | Oct 24, 2026 |
 OkCupid | — | Yes | Website, iOS, Android | ★ 4.3 | Oct 24, 2026 |
 Match | — | No | Website, iOS, Android | ★ 3.9 | Oct 24, 2026 |
 Taimi | — | Yes | Website, iOS, Android | ★ 4.4 | Oct 24, 2026 |
 Badoo | — | Yes | Website, iOS, Android | ★ 4.6 | Oct 24, 2026 |
 Zoosk | — | Yes | Website, iOS, Android | ★ 4.2 | Oct 24, 2026 |
 Meetic | €24.99/week | Yes | Website, iOS, Android | ★ 3.9 | Oct 24, 2026 |
 The League | — | Yes | iOS, Android | ★ 4.2 | Oct 24, 2026 |
 Muzz | — | Yes | Website, iOS, Android | ★ 4.5 | Oct 24, 2026 |
 eharmony | — | No | Website, iOS, Android | ★ 4.1 | Oct 24, 2026 |
Bumble
Swipe app known for letting women make the first move
Tinder
The swipe app that defined mobile dating, biggest by sheer reach
Hinge
Prompt-based app aimed at relationships, 'designed to be deleted'
OkCupid
Question-driven matching with detailed profiles and inclusive options
Match
Veteran subscription site for relationship-minded, often older singles
Taimi
LGBTQ+ dating and social network for all identities
Badoo
Long-running mass-market dating network with a big European base
Zoosk
Long-running US dating app, now pitched at ambitious, educated singles
Meetic
Major French dating site for relationship-focused adults
The League
Selective app for ambitious professionals with a waitlist
Muzz
Marriage-focused app for Muslims, with privacy and chaperone options
eharmony
Compatibility-questionnaire service for marriage-minded singles