# BuddyMe: Find Friends Nearby — Meet people — chat for free

> Find local people for spontaneous, real-life activities and meetups. (iPhone/iPad app by Thomas Buchsteiner.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buddyme-find-friends-nearby/id1513406602 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Thomas Buchsteiner](https://appshunter.io/developer/1513406601)
- Category: Social Networking, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 20 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 52 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-07-14
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buddyme-find-friends-nearby/id1513406602/reviews.md

## What is BuddyMe?

Make friends, not small talk. Real friends for real plans — not a dating app, no swiping.

Post a "Signal" — like "Concert on Saturday, who's in?" — and match with people near you who want to do the same thing right now. And chatting is completely free, with no paywall.

HOW IT WORKS
1. Post a Signal — show what you're up for.
2. Connect with one tap — no swiping, no endless profiles.
3. Chat and meet — for free.

WHY BUDDYME?
- Real friends, not followers
- Activities first, not surface-level profiles
- Free chat — no paywall (unlike many others)
- Not a dating app — friendship and activity partners come first
- Safe by design: photo verification, Trust Score, moderated profiles, women-only Signals

WHAT ARE YOU UP FOR?
Coffee, sports, hiking, gaming, eating out, going out, coworking — or just hanging out. Say what you're up for and find like-minded people who want to join.

YOUR SAFETY
Verified profiles, contact details stay hidden until a meet-up is confirmed, block and report anytime.

Start for free — up to 3 matches per month at no cost. Premium unlocks unlimited matches.

BuddyMe — meet new people, make real friends, do more together.

Subscription details:
BuddyMe Premium is available as a subscription with different durations (e.g. monthly, 3 months, yearly). The price is shown at purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the period ends. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings.

Privacy Policy: https://buddyme.me/en-DE/datenschutz
Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Create activity "signals"
- Match with interested users
- Chat and plan meetups
- Focus on real-life connections
- Activity-based bonding
- Verified profiles for safety
- Control who contacts you

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BuddyMe Premium Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| BuddyMe Premium 3 Months | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| BuddyMe Premium Annual | $44.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 months | $35.99 | one-time |
| 6 months | $48.99 | one-time |
| 12 months | $74.99 | one-time |
| BuddyUp Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| Match Pack (3 matches) | $2.99 | one-time |
| 1 month premium | $17.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 20)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buddyme-find-friends-nearby/id1513406602/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Neue Freunde durch Hobbies finden

*2026-06-22*

Mag an BuddyMe total gerne, dass ich über Hobbies neue Freunde finden kann. Zudem finde ich toll, dass man entscheiden kann ob man von allen Geschlechtern oder nur von Einem gefunden werden kann oder nur von verifizierten Nutzern. Find ich insb. als Frau super! ✌🏼 Gefühlt bekommt man auch schon alleine deswegen keine zotrigen Anfragen. 😎

Plus, wenn man möchte, kann man auch einstellen dass nur „Buddies“ mein detailliertes Profil mit Bildern sehen können. 

Und es ist ganz einfach: man macht ein Signal, wenn man zum Beispiel diese Woche oder an einem bestimmten Tag Kaffee trinken oder zu einem Flohmarkt o.ä. gehen möchte.

Interessierte liken dann mein Signal und ich kann dann, wenn ich möchte, in einem privaten Chat Genaueres ausmachen. 📆🕖

Wer neue Freunde mit ähnlichen Interessen sucht (weil neu in einer Stadt oder alter Freundeskreis hat gerade andere Prios #familie) wird hier fündig. 👍🏼⭐️

### 1/5 — Scammers

*2025-10-29*

Do not try to… too bad

### 1/5 — Account löschen nicht möglich

*2025-10-21*

Selbe Problem wie oben! Kein schönes Gefühl.

### 3/5 — Gute Idee mittelmäßig umgesetzt

*2025-08-12*

App hat leider viele Fehler. Und da ich es so häufig gelesen habe, die Stadt sucht man unter Profileinstellungen. Leider kann man nur ein Foto hochladen.

### 1/5 — 1 star is too much though !

*2025-06-23*

Even profile deletion is not a thing in this app

### 1/5 — Account löschen funktioniert nicht..

*2025-03-23*

Als ich versucht habe meinen Account zu löschen (unter Profil bearbeiten, ist ein Feld „Account löschen), kam nur ein weißer Bildschirm. Ich habe bereits die App neu runtergeladen.
Mein Telefon neu gestartet und es funktioniert nicht. 
Wie lösche ich den Account, wenn das nicht funktioniert?

### 1/5 — Unbrauchbar

*2025-02-25*

Nichtmal eine Anmeldung ist möglich

### 1/5 — App mit Fehlern

*2025-01-03*

Habe versucht meinen Account zu löschen dabei bleibt die App mit schwarzem Bildschirm hängen.

### 1/5 — Halsabschneider

*2024-10-02*

Super basic App mit wenig Funktionen und dann soll man mindestens 40€ im Monat zahlen wenn man nur einer Person schreiben möchte. Dieses Abo muss man mindestens 3 Monate halten, somit ist man mit der ersten Nachricht mindestens 120€ los. Absolut unverschämt, selbst Tinder ist günstiger…

### 4/5 — Erste App mit vernünftigen Leuten

*2023-08-01*

Habe die App heruntergeladen um wirklich gute Connections zu knüpfen und bisher kam noch keine einzige seltsame Nachricht wie man das sonst kennt. Man kann kurz etwas über sich erzählen, wenn man möchte Bilder oder Posts hochladen. Die App ist schlicht gestaltet, was aber sehr übersichtlich und angenehm ist. Auf jeden Fall weiterzuempfehlen, wenn man auf der Suche nach korrekten Leuten ist.

## Frequently asked questions about BuddyMe

### What is BuddyMe?

BuddyMe is a social networking app designed to help you find people nearby who want to do activities together in real life. It focuses on connecting users based on shared interests and spontaneous meetups rather than endless profile scrolling.

### How does BuddyMe work?

You create a "signal" to share what you're open to doing, like grabbing coffee or going for a walk. Interested users send you a match request, and once matched, you can chat to arrange the meetup.

### Is BuddyMe a dating app?

No, BuddyMe explicitly states it is not a dating app. It is intended for finding friends, activity partners, and building community through shared experiences.

### Does BuddyMe have ads?

No, BuddyMe is free to use and does not contain advertisements. The app is designed to be ad-free for a better user experience.

### What are the subscription options for BuddyMe Premium?

BuddyMe offers premium subscriptions including Monthly ($6.99), 3 Months ($14.99), and Annual ($44.99). These plans likely offer enhanced features beyond the free tier.

### How does BuddyMe ensure user safety?

BuddyMe implements photo verification and trust scores to help users feel safe. Users also have control over who can contact them and can block anyone at any time.

### What devices is BuddyMe available on?

BuddyMe is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.

### How often is BuddyMe updated?

The latest version of BuddyMe is 27.4.0, and it was last updated on March 25, 2026. This indicates a recent and active development cycle.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 27.7.0 — 2026-06-16

BuddyMe just got a major refresh.

- Faster and more stable across the app
- Account management and deletion now work reliably
- Fixed chat and match issues after updates
- Stronger safety: photo verification & Trust Score

Your feedback shaped this update. Enjoying the new version? A rating helps a lot!

### 27.6.0 — 2026-05-13

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 27.5.0 — 2026-04-29

New features and stability improvements

### 27.4.0 — 2026-03-25

Choose from illustrated avatars or use your own photo. Switch app language directly in your profile. Improved photo viewer, faster loading, and many stability fixes for a smoother experience.

### 27.2.0 — 2026-03-10

- Choose from illustrated avatars or share more photos on your profile
  - Switch app language (EN/DE) in your profile
  - React to messages with a tap
  - Suggest a different time or place for meetups
  - Improved chat with filter tabs and smart sorting
  - Smoother login and better photo verification
  - Bug fixes and performance improvements

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