# Setup - NYC Dating — Members-only, apply to join > Members-only dating app for NYC with application and subscription model. (iPhone/iPad app by Setup AI Inc..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/setup-nyc-dating/id6449148912 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Setup AI Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1687805195) - Category: Lifestyle - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 3.90/5 from 213 App Store ratings · 30 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 17+ - Requires: iOS 13.0 · 35 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2023-05-23 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: subscription - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/setup-nyc-dating/id6449148912/reviews.md ## What is Setup? SETUP is a members-only dating app, built for NYC. – Prospective members may download the app and submit an application. Once submitted, applications are placed in queue and reviewed continually. An applicant's status can change from "waitlisted" to "accepted" at any time. Once accepted, members have the option to purchase a 1 or 3 month auto-renewing membership and will have full functionality of the entire service while their subscription is active. SETUP's community values - trust, respect, and privacy - are core to the membership experience. Members who act in a manner that is not reflective of these values and other community guidelines may have their accounts suspended or terminated. Similarly, SETUP exhibits those values as a company by giving members full control over their visibility within the community at all times and ensuring that personal information is secure and never shared. Initial payment is charged via iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase and auto-renewals are charged within 24 hours prior to the end of the applicable period. Auto-renewal may be turned off at any time through iTunes Account Settings. Any subscription cancellation will be effective at the end of the applicable period. For more, please see our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy: https://www.join-setup.com/legal/terms https://www.join-setup.com/legal/privacy ## Key features - Members-only dating community - Application to join - Subscription-based access - Focus on trust and respect - User control over visibility - Secure personal information ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Premium membership | $14.99 | per month | | Premium membership | $29.99 | per 3 months | **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | 12 date requests | $44.99 | one-time | | 3 date requests | $14.99 | one-time | | 24 date requests | $59.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 30) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/setup-nyc-dating/id6449148912/reviews.md ### 3/5 — Definitely Skewed Younger *2024-03-15* This app idea is amazing in theory, poor in execution. I love the idea and think it’s so innovative and I even think the UI/UX experience is pretty good and easy to use. I paid for 6 months on this app and did not renew because in the 6 months I only received 2 matches and 1 date. There were often weeks where I didn’t get any match options because they didn’t have anything in my age range which was like nearly a 20 year span (27-45). I think it would be beneficial for an app so new to give ppl a 2 week trial to even see if there are people they want to match with. ### 1/5 — This app should be called Indian only dating *2023-12-20* No matter what algorithm I put in, there are way too many Indians on the app. Not saying it’s good or bad but the algorithm is def not working especially when users are paying for it. Maybe change your app name to Indian only dating so that would be less confusing ### 2/5 — Cool idea in theory *2023-11-16* I feel very much alienated using this app. I, a black male have set my preferences to be shown black and latinx women and have consistently been shown non women of color. I have yet to be shown a black woman in app and have come across maybe 2 latinx women. The feel of this app is very upscale and it seems like a cool idea but I'm don't really like the idea of paying a premium to be matched with women I'm not interested in. I don't really see this app working for me ### 1/5 — What a scam *2023-11-13* I’ve been on this app for almost 3 months - the only few guys I was able to view/match with have cancelled the day before the date with no explanation. Now the app is completely glitched out as when I try to view my selects and “standouts” each day they disappear before I am able to review/engage with any of them. I have reached out to support 3 times via text and email to resolve this and have not received any response. What a waste of money- good concept, extremely poor execution and failing app. 0/10 experience. ### 1/5 — Disappointed/scam? *2023-10-18* My best friend recommended this app to me in august. I thought the concept was great and was looking forward to trying it out. Fast forward to October, I’m still on the waiting list without any rationale. I would not recommend this app at all. ### 1/5 — Please only set me up with matches! *2023-10-09* Fantastic concept, I paid for membership because I really wanted to like this app since it's an amazing concept. so this pains me to write BUT - they have set me up twice with people I know for a fact I didn't say yes to. So it makes me feel awful for "canceling" on people I wasn't into in the first place. NOT WORTH YOUR MONEY. ### 5/5 — First 3 weeks, 3 dates with no scheduling! *2023-09-18* Within my first few weeks on Setup I went on 3 dates with 3 really nice guys. Seriously. And there was no scheduling, the tiniest bit of swiping, but mostly just showing up and having a great time. What a fresh new approach to dating. Don’t ever need the endless scroll and mindless chatter of other apps again, particulate won’t miss the dreaded boredom of waiting for someone to make a move after exchanging a text a day for 2 weeks. Setup is IT!!!!! ### 5/5 — Saves so much time *2023-09-18* Just went on my first setup date and it was such an easy seamless process! Made me realize how much time I’ve been wasting on other apps doing the small talk until we exchange numbers and then texting to make plans!! Great idea, hope they can keep scaling! ### 2/5 — I can’t recommend this app *2023-09-18* So this concept is great in theory. The execution is not. It’s been over 3 weeks now and I have yet to get a single match. They only let you swipe on 5 people per day, and frequently I don’t swipe right on any of the options. When I reached out to the team, they said that the 5 per day limit was to make people be more deliberate and not swipe all day but it’s simply not enough choices if you are being selective. Especially if you’re absolutely going to go on a date with someone if you match, you’re going to want to be sure you want to invest that time. Also if I send out a date invite, it seems to be ignored AND I get that guy in my swipes again so that’s confusing. I paid for 3 months up front, which I’m unfortunately going to have to just chock up to a sunk cost since there are no refunds. I understand it’s a startup, but it’s just another frustrating dating app. I do not recommend it but I hope they figure out a way to improve. ### 3/5 — Application under review for over 2 months *2023-09-15* I applied for the membership in late June, but it’s still under review even though I did everything that could speed up the application, including uploading my face photo. ## Frequently asked questions about Setup ### What is this app? This is a members-only dating app designed for individuals in New York City. It focuses on building a community based on trust, respect, and privacy. Users must apply to join and can then purchase a subscription for full access to the service. ### How do I join this dating app? To join, you need to download the app and submit an application. Your application will be reviewed, and your status can change from waitlisted to accepted at any time. Once accepted, you can purchase a membership. ### What are the costs involved? Once accepted, members have the option to purchase a 1 or 3-month auto-renewing membership. The initial payment is charged via iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Auto-renewal can be managed or turned off in iTunes Account Settings. ### Is this app available for Android? The provided information does not specify compatibility with Android devices. It mentions payment being charged via iTunes Account, suggesting it is likely an iOS application. ### What are the benefits of being a member? As a member with an active subscription, you gain full functionality of the entire service. The app emphasizes a community experience built on trust, respect, and privacy, with members having control over their visibility and personal information security. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.2.1 — 2023-09-18 Bug fixes and performance updates ### 1.2.0 — 2023-09-13 Bug fixes and performance updates ### 1.1.9 — 2023-09-08 Bug fixes and performance updates ### 1.1.8 — 2023-09-05 Bug fixes and performance updates ### 1.1.7 — 2023-08-21 Bug fixes and performance updates ## Apps similar to Setup | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [OTH Network](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oth-network/id1640046468) | 4.0 (108) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Partiful: Party Invite Maker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/partiful-party-invite-maker/id1662982304) | 5.0 (193,340) | Free | Lifestyle | | [First Round’s On Me (FROM)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/first-rounds-on-me-from/id1535562075) | 3.9 (3,982) | Free | Lifestyle | | [ATEAM](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ateam/id1479849038) | 4.2 (104) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Skoop NYC](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skoop-nyc/id1493967302) | 4.8 (55) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Cuffed: Dating & Relationships](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cuffed-dating-and-relationships/id6446203952) | 4.6 (6,804) | Free | Lifestyle | --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*