# Laila: First Date App — Post a date, pick a +1

> Event-based dating app to find matches for shared activities and real-life connections. (iPhone/iPad app by Laila Dating Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/laila-first-date-app/id6670228423 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Laila Dating Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1765431181)
- Category: Social Networking, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.98/5 from 56 App Store ratings · 26 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 44 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2024-12-04
- Data updated: 2026-09-04
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/laila-first-date-app/id6670228423/reviews.md

## What is Laila?

Laila: The +1 Market for First Dates

A first-date app, not a dating app. Post a date, people apply, you pick one. That's it.

Tired of endless swiping and small talk? Laila is built for the part you actually want: the first date.

How Laila works:
- Post a date. A dumpling crawl in Chinatown, an art exhibit, a wine bar in the West Village, a Sunday morning long run. The plan is the idea.
- People apply. Anyone in your city who wants to go on that exact date applies to be your +1.
- Pick one. The host picks. One spot, one +1. Locked in.

The Trending Dates Leaderboard
See what your city is actually planning. Trending dates rank live by how many people are applying. The most-wanted first dates rise to the top. Open the app, see the dates, see the buzz.

Public dates, private profiles
Anyone can browse the leaderboard, no signup required. Profile photos stay blurred until both sides opt in. Open at the top. Controlled at the close.

Why Laila:
- Skip the small talk. The date is the conversation starter. By the time you meet, you already know what you're doing.
- Real first dates, not endless DMs. The plan is locked. You actually meet.
- Beat dating burnout. No swipe spirals. No graveyards of half-conversations. Post, apply, pick, go.

For first dates that actually happen
Laila is the +1 market for first dates. Whether you want a casual coffee or a real night out, post the date you want and let the right person apply.

Download Laila. Post a date. Pick your +1. Stop swiping, start dating.

Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Post ideal date ideas
- Find matches for dates
- Skip small talk
- Make real-life connections
- Fight dating burnout
- Event-based approach

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Laila Premium | $9.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime access | $20.00 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 26)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/laila-first-date-app/id6670228423/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Don’t bother if you’re a man. Your application will be in limbo for years

*2026-06-15*

Unless you’re hot or a woman then don’t bother downloading this app. You won’t get in at all for years. You are better off sticking with the mainstream dating apps 😒

### 1/5 — doesnt work

*2026-04-09, version 2.21.1*

the app doesnt even work, cant get past sign up! TERRIBLE

### 5/5 — Found the love of my life!

*2026-02-25*

Truly saved my life finding the one for me, thank you Laila!

### 5/5 — Found my girlfriend

*2026-02-02*

Tbh I had been on and off different dating apps but nothing worked. My friend recommended Laila because it was different. Well I now have a girlfriend and couldn’t be happier

### 2/5 — Great concept but no anymore

*2025-12-08*

Between waiting for a while for your application to get approved than having to subscribe for 9.99 a month after finally being able to use the app. i dont know which is worse . Now i am trying to delete my account

**Developer response:** Thanks for sharing this — we appreciate you giving Laila a try, and we’re sorry the experience felt frustrating.

We do have an application review step and a $9.99/month membership, both by design. Laila is meant to be a curated community focused on real, intentional dating, and these steps help us keep the quality high and the experience respectful for everyone.

That said, we understand that waiting for approval and then seeing a paywall isn’t for everyone.

You can delete your account at any time from Settings, and if you’re having trouble doing so or need help with anything else, please reach out to us at contact@laila.nyc
 — we’re happy to help.

Thanks again for the feedback. It genuinely helps us improve.

### 3/5 — Sounds great but major flaw

*2025-11-27*

I love the idea sounds like a great app but you lost me when you insist that I have to give you full access to my phone contacts or it sounds like I don’t get “accepted” if you change this policy I would love to try again.

**Developer response:** Thanks so much for the thoughtful feedback — and we’re really glad the concept resonated with you.

You’re absolutely right to flag this. Requiring full access to phone contacts was not intentional — it was a bug on our end. We completely understand why that would be a deal-breaker.

The good news is that this has already been fixed, and the update will be released in the next few days with our upcoming app version. Once it’s live, you’ll be able to continue without granting full contacts access.

We’d genuinely love for you to give Laila another try once the update is out. If you have any questions in the meantime, feel free to reach us at contact@laila.nyc
.

Thanks again for calling this out — feedback like this helps us make the app better.

### 5/5 — Life changing

*2025-10-23*

I just had the best date of my life. He’s hot AND has a better personality. 5 stars

### 5/5 — Review

*2025-10-15, version 2.10.0*

Amazing application!

### 5/5 — Fun idea

*2025-10-14*

I finally found an app where I can just go on a date and not have to go through all that small talk! There are some amazing date ideas on this app and highly recommend this app to anyone!

### 5/5 — My new favorite app

*2025-10-01*

You can post dates and people can reach out if interested. Straight to the point!

## Frequently asked questions about Laila

### What is Laila: First Date App?

Laila is a dating app designed to foster real-life connections through shared activities. Instead of endless swiping, users post their ideal date ideas and attract matches who are interested in joining them for that specific activity.

### How does Laila help users connect?

The app encourages users to skip the typical online dating small talk by focusing on concrete date plans. By posting an activity, users can find people who are already interested in participating, leading to more direct and meaningful real-life interactions.

### Is Laila free to use?

The application is free to download and use, offering a way to connect with others. However, it does feature in-app purchases, suggesting that some premium features or options may be available for purchase.

### What kind of dates can I plan on Laila?

You can post a wide variety of date ideas, from casual meetups like a dumpling crawl or visiting an art exhibit to other shared activities. The focus is on finding someone who wants to join you for a specific real-life experience.

### Who is Laila for?

This app is ideal for individuals who are tired of the burnout associated with traditional online dating and are looking for a more engaging way to meet new people. It's for those who prefer to connect through shared interests and activities rather than just online conversation.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.49.0 — 2026-08-01

A fresh new look! We've redesigned profiles and the dates feed — cleaner cards, better spacing, and a more polished feel throughout.

### 6.49.0 — 2026-08-01

A fresh new look! We've redesigned profiles and the dates feed — cleaner cards, better spacing, and a more polished feel throughout.

### 2.27.0 — 2026-07-06

new design

### 2.26.0 — 2026-06-03

new ui design, some performance bug fixes

### 2.25.0 — 2026-05-13

bug fixes and performance improvements.

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