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GROWLR: Gay Bears Near You

GROWLR: Gay Bears Near You

Meet, Date, and Chat

50K ratings
733 reviews
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 25, 2010
  • April 15, 2026

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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  • 🤔Confusing and outdated UI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

16.48.0

April 15, 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

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Charts

Top Grossing

📈 105+2

Social Networking

This app rose +2 positions in Social Networking chart.

Last updated on August 2, 2026.

User reviews

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This app is one of the worst apps I’ve ever used, nothing about it works,,, no notifications about anything and it shows that someone is online but when you click on their profile it tells you that they were last online hours or days ago,, I keep waiting for them to fix it but no change so far
joemac49joemac49

Messages take too long

Message are taking too long to go through, this has been going on for months. They need to be fixed
Mexioso99Mexioso99

Fakes

Most profiles are inactive while others are just bots and scammers trying to lure you off the platform.
Lost art of datingLost art of dating

WHY????

What do I need to log off and back on to see the texting/communicating between person A and me? I send a response, wait, and nothing. But if I log out and back in, I see his response.

This is why I have not upgraded.
JRM2617JRM2617

What’s going on?

I have used this app for over 20 years. I have a new phone and every time I open your app there’s nothing I have to restart my phone for messages to appear. I can’t find a way to reach out to anyone about this issue. I’m not angry. I just wish it worked all the time like I used to.
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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

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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.