SparkUp User Reviews

Customer Experience

Positive experience46.2% of reviews
Neutral2.6% of reviews
Negative experience51.3% of reviews

~ Based on 234 written reviews from the US App Store.

What users say

Is SparkUp Safe?

SparkUp- Make Friends & Chat appears safe based on user ratings. AppsHunter Safety Score for SparkUp is 92/100.

This assessment is based on 4,111 user ratings, with an App Store average of 4.6/5.

Safety Analysis

90.0% of ratings point to a safe experience
1.8% of ratings suggest some concerns
8.2% of ratings point to a risky experience

~ Based on 4,111 App Store ratings for SparkUp.

Is SparkUp Legit?

SparkUp- Make Friends & Chat is no longer available in the App Store. AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for SparkUp is 35/100.

Based on 35 of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

Score capped because this app is no longer listed.

Top reviews

Mental Health

This app is a disgrace and needs to be shut down immediately. It’s nothing but a cesspool of fake profiles run by offshore scammers and AI bots. Not one authentic person in sight. Every so-called “woman” pushes explicit content, refusing to prove their identity with a simple selfie while flaunting fake nudes instead. They bait men with empty promises of meeting, then vanish unless you unlock their content buying unlocks from the app. I even offered someone $100 just to meet for ice cream, they didn’t care about the $100. They wanted toget the 3 views used to see their content. They would meet a complete stranger for unlocks instead of $100. Pathetic.

And here’s the worst part — the women don’t see a dime. They have no financial gain in this. All the money flows straight to the disgusting app itself, exploiting them just as much as the men they manipulate. The app uses them like pawns, pushing for views with the same relentless aggression as Purdue Pharma pushed pills.

This platform preys on vulnerable men, exploits women, and destroys mental health for profit. It’s manipulative, toxic, and predatory. Shut it down.
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Video chat

video chat, feed, nearby people Video chat is my favorite feature because it makes everything feel more authentic. I also spend time scrolling through the feed, where I can see posts and updates that keep things fresh. Meeting nearby people is easy here, and it saves me a lot of time compared to other apps. The design is simple and smooth, and everything works without glitches. It’s really one of the most user-friendly apps I’ve tried.
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I love the sparkup app

The sparkup app is full of amazing people it is easy to use and I would recommend it if you are interested in finding fun and engaging outgoing girls. The girls are very excited to talk to you and have any conversations that fit your wants and needs. Me personally I just like the different verity of girls and the way the app makes it so you know who is near and who is online and whenever I text a beautiful woman it doesn’t take long for them to reply back so if you are single and ready to mingle I suggest you go download sparkup you will not regret it!!
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Response from developer

Dear User,Thank you so much for your enthusiastic feedback! We're thrilled you're enjoying SparkUp's vibrant community, genuine connections, and quick replies. Wishing you many more fun conversations and exciting matches ahead!Best regards,User Experience Team

Exceptional Experience

Notification alerts on this app feel perfectly timed, making it easy to notice people with shared interests. I followed someone who seemed genuinely fun, and the chat quickly turned into lively conversations that felt effortless. Meeting in person after connecting online was smooth and natural, almost like we already knew each other. It shows how a simple feature can spark something real and meaningful, making this a wonderful way to meet new people.
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Response from developer

Dear User,Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience! We're thrilled our notifications helped you spark such a natural and meaningful connection. Wishing you many more joyful conversations and smooth meetups ahead!Best regards,User Experience Team

Overrated!!

I was curious as to how different this dating app was compared to others so I tried it out. Much to my surprise I found a bunch of beautiful female profiles and it was so easy to match with most of them. Unfortunately, you know what they say when something is too good to be true, well it turned out to be one of those cases. Most of the females were easy to chat with but when it came down to actually meeting in person, most weren’t interested and some would just come up with excuses. Correct me if I’m wrong but I thought the whole concept was to find someone to connect with and if you manage to touch each other’s hearts then why not try meeting in person to consider taking yourself off of the market. One thing I realized that I know most users will realize is women on this site are way more interested in you seeing their video and image content than really dating someone. The worst part if you’re not careful enough is the app can leave a huge hole in your wallet because similar to ONLYFANS, you have to pay to anyone’s content, which will sure add up depending on how many users you chat with.
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Amazing app

I just have to leave a glowing review! I’ve used quite a few similar dating apps before, but either the matched profiles weren’t real, or conversations felt really awkward. But this app is totally different! The real-name verification ensures the authenticity of profiles, so you don’t have to worry about fake information. What’s more, its matching algorithm is spot-on—the people it recommends share so many common interests with me that conversations never hit a lull.
The app also has rich features. Beyond basic chatting, there are all sorts of fun interactive games that help bridge the distance quickly, making making friends easy and enjoyable. The social atmosphere is super friendly too, with everyone being genuine. I’ve already met several like-minded good friends here. Highly recommend it to anyone looking to expand their social circle!
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Response from developer

Dear User,Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled you appreciate our real-name verification, smart matching, and interactive features. It's wonderful to hear you've met genuine friends here. Wishing you many more meaningful connections! Best regards,User Experience Team

Interesting app

Came across this app never thought I be on here but it’s truly an interesting app I’ve came across a lot of people and interacted with few that interested me. I must say it’s very easy to use not at all hard to setup. Very authentic and it allows you to view within your radius of which you choose not like other apps that give you people from different places. I must say the energy and experience is different and exciting. Can’t wait to see what else this app has to offer.
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Response from developer

Dear User,Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad you find the app easy to use and authentic, with matches that truly fit your chosen radius. Your feedback means a lot, and we’ll keep working to bring you more exciting connections and features ahead! Best regards, User Experience Team

Turning strangers into friends

As a "digital nomad" who has lived in three countries, this social app has completely transformed my perception of making cross-border friendships. The first time I used it, the system recommended a Japanese girl arriving in Barcelona on the same day based on my travel plans – we actually hit it off at the airport using the built-in translator, and now her kimono shop in Kyoto has become my go-to spot every time I travel to Asia. This app has turned the world into my social living room. Last week, I received the "one-year anniversary recap" pushed by the system, and seeing the connections on the map suddenly made me realize: true globalization isn't about visa stamps, but those late-night emojis that break through language barriers and the "good morning/good night" collections exclusive to time-zone hoppers.
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Response from developer

Dear User,We’re thrilled our app helps you build meaningful global friendships and break language barriers! Your story perfectly captures how technology connects people across borders. We’ll keep improving to make your social living room even better for all digital nomads and travelers. Best regards, User Experience Team

Highly recommend it if you're looking for something more meaningful than just a swipe.

I joined this app just out of curiosity, but ended upc meeting someone amazing. We started chatting about music and travel, then moved to video calls. Now we’re planning our first real date! It’s rare to find an app where dating new people actually leads to genuine connections. The experience feels natural and real—not forced. Highly recommend it if you're looking for something more meaningful than just a swipe.
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Response from developer

Dear User,We’re so happy to hear your story! It’s wonderful that our app helped you connect naturally and meaningfully. From shared interests to video calls and real-life plans—that’s exactly the kind of experience we hope to create. Wishing you both the best! Best regards, User Experience Team

Let me save you some time and money.

They recruit “females” which most likely are also bots to convince you to upgrade. The only goal of this app is to take your money. You won’t meet anyone nor speak to any real person most likely, avoid at all cost.

Should give it a try

Honestly this app is great for making friends and chatting to new people. if you trouble making the first move, don’t be here people will take the first move and it takes the pressure right off of you. It’s absolutely amazing.

Great app easy to use

Can meet lots of friendly active users and the girls I’ve met are very nice have great conversations this is the first app I’ve tried like this I’d highly recommend it. It’s easy to use can add pics videos and they’ll send pics and vids gonna need to have premium to be able to see private stuff but other than that it’s super simple lots of beautiful girls are waiting for you!
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Very good app

Spark Up is a fantastic dating app that makes it easy to meet new people nearby. Its simple, user-friendly design helps you connect quickly without the hassle. Whether you’re looking for something casual or more serious, Spark Up makes dating feel natural and fun. It’s a great way to spark real conversations and meaningful connections.
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Do not download

Fake profiles all bots money grab app

App testing

I came across an amazing girl while mindlessly swiping, and we clicked right away! Even though she was tied up with her studies, we kept up a regular online chat, and I loved how the instant communication made it so easy to stay connected. The messaging feature is smooth, and it feels like you’re talking to someone in person. I’m really enjoying the social vibe this app gives! We’ve even started sharing little daily photos of our routines, which makes the connection feel that much more real.
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Response from developer

Dear User, We're thrilled our app helped turn your online chats into real-world connections! It's exactly why we created this space: to spark authentic friendships through shared moments (music, snacks, and games sound perfect!). Here's to many more sunny Sundays filled with new friends and great vibes. Keep us posted on your next meetup! Best regards, User Experience Team

I Like this app

I like it

Terrible service, I want my money back

The people are all fake, there’s like 1-3 real people there. The people always expect unfair amounts of money before going on a date. I dumped a gf I got from here coz she didn’t want to commit to a real relationship. I want my $400 back. That’s right, I had to spend $400 worth of stuff on this stupid app. I want my money back.
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Horrible app

You have to pay to view accounts; every account to begin with is a bot. No one is real on there at all.

Scam

Literally just a bunch of bots to try and get you to buy premium and pay the app to see photos. Even the other reviews are AI. Don’t do it.

Don’t waste your time

The app is just full of bots/ AI that message you and make next to no sense and they just want you to buy a subscription to see nudes it’s a horrible app