What Our Members Think
Real opinions from real singles. We ask the questions that matter in modern dating and our members vote.
Latest poll
First Date Dilemma: Do you reveal your bedtime?
First Dates
The nerves, the timing, the logistics. What our members really think about that first meeting.
Do you get nervous before a first date?
Top answer: Sometimes, depends on the vibe — 42.4%
What is the best "dull" first date?
Top answer: Grabbing a simple coffee / lunch and chatting — 56.7%
How soon after matching are you comfortable meeting?
Top answer: Same day if the vibe is right — 33.7%
First dinner date - Who picks up the bill?
Top answer: Split the bill evenly — 33.8%
What's the perfect length for a first date?
Top answer: The longer, the better — 42.0%
What's the best kind of date for getting to know someone?
Top answer: Something classic: dinner and drinks — 74.0%
What's your biggest fear or worry when going out on a first date?
Top answer: No in-person chemistry — 40.8%
How long should a first date last?
Top answer: As long as it needs to! — 68.5%
Do you discuss politics on the first date?
Top answer: Hell no! — 36.9%
Dealbreakers & Preferences
The things that really matter when deciding if someone is right for you.
Would you date someone who smoked everyday?
Top answer: Definitely not — 38.5%
Would you date someone who doesn't believe in marriage?
Top answer: Yeah, marriage isn't a must for me — 44.0%
Would you date someone outside of your usual body type preference?
Top answer: Absolutely, connection matters more! — 58.4%
How do you feel about splitting the bill on a first date?
Top answer: I like to pay — 48.2%
Modern Dating
How technology, behaviour, and attitude are shaping the way we date today.
Digital or physical dating... what's your take?
Top answer: Prefer in-person from the start — 30.3%
Where do you look first when you're browsing dating profiles?
Top answer: Their main photo — 42.9%
What's the biggest green flag for you on a date?
Top answer: Finding out we have loads in common — 50.0%
What's the biggest red flag for you on a date?
Top answer: Checking their phone all the time — 47.9%
How soon do you message after a great first date?
Top answer: Later that same night — 68.0%
Relationships & Connection
The bigger questions about what we want from love, and how we go about finding it.
Are your actions matching what you're looking for right now?
Top answer: Yes, I'm building intentionally — 32.8%
Do you seek emotional safety or excitement?
Top answer: Emotional safety always comes first — 36.7%
Do you believe in soulmates?
Top answer: Absolutely, everyone has their perfect match — 52.9%
Can you ever be friends with an ex?
Top answer: It's tricky, but it's possible — 36.1%
When you're in a relationship, how often do you like to do fancy date nights?
Top answer: As often as I can! — 42.5%
What is your ultimate "low-stakes" superpower?
Top answer: Always getting the best parking spot nearby — 34.1%
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