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GROWLR: Gay Bears Near You

GROWLR: Gay Bears Near You

Meet, Date, and Chat

50K ratings
758 reviews
With Ads#104 in top-grossing Social Networking
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 25, 2010
  • August 26, 2026

Features

Developer

GROWLR, LLC
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About

Connect with Bears and Bear Chasers globally. This app facilitates meeting new people, dating, and chatting through instant messages, video calls, and photo sharing. Discover local and international events, bars, and runs.

✓Meet Bears and Bear Chasers
✓Global community
✓Instant messaging
✓Live video calls
✓Event listings (Bear Runs, Bars)
✓Photo and video sharing
✓Check-in features
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of GROWLR. Based on 50K reviews and a 4.3/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 7 negatives reviewers mention most about this Social Networking app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Efficient app
  • 👍Friendly community
  • 👍Good for finding like-minded individuals
  • 👍User-friendly interface
  • 🚀Reliable network

Negative things

  • 🐛Buggy and crashes frequently
  • 🔒Security and privacy concerns
  • 🔋Drains battery quickly
  • 📢Excessive ads and pop-ups
  • 🤖Overrun with spam and bot accounts
  • 🤔Confusing and outdated UI
  • 🚫Limited features without paid subscription
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What's New in GROWLR

16.50.1

August 26, 2026

- Bug fixes and performance optimizations

Subscription plans

GROWLr PRO Membership

Become a PRO member and enjoy: 100 More "Nearby" Bears 100 More "Online" Bears 100 More Bears in Galleries 100 More Favorites 100 More Blocks Ad-Free Browsing

$3.991 Month
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In-App Purchases

$4.99

SHOUT! (5 Miles)

SHOUT! (5 Miles)

Charts

Top Grossing

📊 104

Social Networking

The app has maintained its position at 104 recently.

Last updated on August 28, 2026.

User reviews

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It's a beautiful day

Any day is a fantastic day when you look at growler you never know what you're gonna see or be exposed to that's awesome thank you guys for a wonderful productfritz
TugaletTugalet

Awesome App

This is the app from where i found my husband! We still use it to find friends and playmates! Awesome , easy, and fun. Worth the try.
ImabsrImabsr

Keeps getting worse

The app update they released two weeks ago no longer lets you report spam bots. Great job guys 🙄
NickME646NickME646

SHOUT for iOS not working

SHOUT feature is not working for iOS. The SHOUT form opens, but after entering the message I cannot tap “Done” or proceed to purchase, and I cannot go back. I’ve used SHOUT successfully before, so this appears to be an app issue. Please fix this.
nanthanlsnanthanls

Growlr cannot be edited.

The edit portion of the app can't be completed. The submit tab it locked far into the corner.
GetBentGrowlrGetBentGrowlr
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

5 issues

Messages not delivering or disappearing

Bug

Notification issues and inconsistencies

Bug

Crashes when switching between apps

Bug

Profile photo upload problems

Bug

Incorrect distance/location display

Bug
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Requested Features

6 requests

Dark mode option

Feature

Ability to send multiple photos at once

Feature

Better message syncing across devices

Feature

Improved location tracking and nearby user display

Feature

More granular profile customization options

Feature

Enhanced moderation and spam/bot detection

Feature

FAQ

What is GROWLR?

GROWLR is a social networking application designed for gay men who identify as Bears and for those who are attracted to Bears (Bear Chasers). It allows users to connect, chat, and meet people within this specific community globally.

What are the key features of GROWLR?

Key features include meeting other Bears and Bear Chasers, instant private messaging, live video calls, photo and video sharing, and an events section with listings for Bear Runs and Bear Bars. It also offers check-in features and notes.

Is GROWLR free to use?

The app is free to download and use, offering core features for connecting and chatting. However, it also offers a 'GROWLR PRO' membership with subscription options for enhanced features, which can be purchased within the app.

Who can use GROWLR?

GROWLR is exclusively for males aged 18 years or older. The app focuses on connecting gay men within the Bear community and those who appreciate them.

How can I find events or places to meet people?

GROWLR features an Events section that provides up-to-date listings for Bear Runs and Bear Bars. This section helps users discover gatherings and venues relevant to the Bear community, both locally and internationally.