# SURGE – Gay Dating & Chat — Match, Meet and Date Hot Men

> Gay dating app for matching, chatting, and meeting gay, bisexual, trans, and queer men. (iPhone/iPad app by Cosmic Latte s.r.o.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/surge-gay-dating-and-chat/id709551897 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Cosmic Latte s.r.o](https://appshunter.io/developer/1196220490)
- Category: Lifestyle, Social Networking
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 20,235 App Store ratings · 1,728 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 199 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Czech, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Greek, Italian, Japanese, Korean and 10 more
- Released: 2014-04-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/surge-gay-dating-and-chat/id709551897/reviews.md

## What is SURGE?

SURGE is a gay dating app for gay, bisexual, trans, and queer people to connect. Whether you're looking for a date, relationship, or friendship in the gay community, SURGE gay dating app caters to all your needs! Experience the “SURGE” of meetings with local gay, bisexual, trans, and queer individuals ready for gay romance. 

 Match & Chat for Free
• Browse  – check out gay men nearby by Swiping Right to “like” a guy and Swiping Left to “pass”. 
• Match – swipe right to get matched only with cuties you like. 
• Chat –  if you match with someone, head to the chat section and strike up a conversation immediately for free! Send pics or videos that vanish after a couple of seconds. 
 
 Choose Your Preference
• Filter –  set your preferred age and distance range.
• Secret Pics – show your secret pics after you connect.
• Show Yourself – upload profile pictures and after-match photos to your profile from your photo album, Facebook or Instagram.
• Connect Faster –  send an instant POWER Message to your favorites before you match.

 Security & Privacy
• Profile Verification – see who was verified by our photo verification system.
• App Protection – you can lock your app with a fingerprint.
• Messaging – only users who you match with are able to chat with you.
• Snaps – send pics that disappear after a couple of seconds.
 
 Premium Account Features
• Private Mode – be visible only to the gay men you like or match with.
• Who Liked Me – see everyone interested in you.
• Power Message – send out up to 5 power messages a day so that guy will see your like and message before he swipes left or right on you!
• After-match Gallery – upload pictures that will be only visible to your connections.
• My History – search and edit your previous dislike decision about someone.
• Location Change – modify your location to discover gay men from different cities.
• Hide Age and Distance – hide your age and distance from the users.
• Advanced Filters – modify what type of gay guy you’re looking for or display only verified users.
• Have fun with Stickers – use our custom SURGE stickers in chats.
 
 Premium Membership
• We offer 1 month, 3 months and 12 months options 
• Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period.
• Subscription can be managed by the user and auto-renewal can be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase
  
 About Us
We strive to bring gay men together in a unique gay dating app that will change the way you meet and date other gay men. We’re an open platform where you can be yourself while looking for gay guys. We live by the motto NO LABELS, so it doesn’t matter if you are a Bear, a Twink, a Jock or a Show Queen. Come for fun and search through thousands of profile pics to find your perfect guy. Try SURGE gay dating app and change the way you approach new gay men.
 
Terms of Use
• Inappropriate or explicit photos are strictly prohibited. Any publicly exposed inappropriate content will be removed. You must be at least 18 years old to sign up for SURGE gay dating app.

 Contact Us
• 24/7 Admin Support: We are here to help and we speak your language. Message our admin and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
• Feedback: Any recommendation or comment? We value your opinion, let’s make our platform a better place together.

Check our Privacy Policy for more information:
http://www.surgeapp.co/privacy
http://www.surgeapp.com/terms

Follow us on Social Media to connect with Surge gay community:
Facebook @surgeapp.co
Instagram @surgeapp

## Key features

- Swipe to match with local gay men
- Free chat with disappearing photos/videos
- Profile verification for security
- Advanced filtering by age and distance
- Premium features for enhanced privacy and visibility
- Location change to explore different cities

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Membership | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium Membership | $14.99 | per month |
| Premium Membership | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium Membership | $7.49 | per month |
| Premium Membership | $16.99 | per month |
| Premium Membership | $10.49 | per 7 days |
| Premium Membership | $12.99 | per month |
| Premium Membership | $20.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium Membership | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium Membership | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Membership | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium Membership | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Membership | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Membership | $16.99 | per month |
| Premium Membership | $12.99 | per month |
| Premium Membership | $25.99 | per month |


## What do users think of SURGE?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 🚀 Smooth and responsive interface
- 🔒 Verified profiles for authenticity
- 💡 Unique features like 'rewind' and 'power likes'
- 👍 Friendly and helpful customer support
- 🚀 Quick matching and messaging

**Cons**

- 🐛 Fake/scam profiles reported by multiple users
- 🔒 Limited functionality for free users
- 💸 Premium subscription is expensive
- 🐛 Glitches with blocking/unblocking users
- 📍 Profiles shown outside of set distance parameters

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Profiles not loading properly
- Notifications not working consistently
- Inability to remove private photos

**Most requested features**

- Expand free user functionality
- Improve profile verification process
- Add more customization options
- Implement better spam/scam detection

## Recent user reviews (10 of 1,728)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/surge-gay-dating-and-chat/id709551897/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Catfish and scammers

*2026-08-23, version 11.21.5*

I’m imagining this app gained its high star rating in its earlier days, when it was probably better moderated. I have used it for two weeks, and have found it to be nothing but scammers. No matter whom I talk to or in what context, it inevitably ends up being some kind of scam. It’s almost kind of fun jerking the people around a little bit, but it’s also sad, given that it really is just a cesspool where these creeps prey on people who are a little bit vulnerable. But yeah, if you’re actually looking for a serious dating app, I would look elsewhere.

### 1/5 — Don’t even

*2026-08-15, version 11.21.5*

There’s really much people in Australia but I wouldn’t know lol. U need to pay if u don’t want to pay u get 1 swipe …. 1 swipe like bru. Truly not worth the 5-10 mins of setting up an account ( truly being soo for real)

### 5/5 — Ratings

*2026-08-08, version 11.21.5*

The Admin is really cute. Lol.

 Ummm , there’s no a lot of people who are actively looking and talking people don’t respond to the messages or likes.  Your sites need more people. It needs to be more active. 
However , I was able to talk to to people and one person who I really like very much. I hope for a date with that person. Only time will tell.  

I’m very grateful that the $14.99 is for a month. That’s perfect. 

Thank you so much for letting me use your site. I absolutely would recommend this site to anyone who is looking for a date , hook up or just wanting a friend to share and talk too. 
Michael

### 4/5 — It’s okay

*2026-08-08, version 11.21.5*

The app is okay I guess. No match but I’m assuming not a lot of people in my area used this because I’ve filtered in took off filters and not many choice. In Michigan

### 1/5 — Muito Limitado

*2026-07-25*

Versão grátis é um lixo.

**Developer response:** Oi! Obrigado pela avaliação. Lamentamos sua experiência negativa com o Surge🖤. Seu feedback é crucial para melhorarmos. Compartilhe mais detalhes em tomorrow@surgeapp.com para entendermos e resolvermos o problema. 🛠️

### 5/5 — Romain

*2026-07-19*

Super appli très bien faite et parfaite déjà en mode gratuit !!!!

**Developer response:** Bonjour ! Parfait ! 🤩 Nous apprécions votre excellente note et vos gentils mots. 😊 Surge est fait pour créer des liens authentiques, et nous sommes ravis que vous en fassiez l'expérience. Bonne découverte ! 😉

### 5/5 — Really good

*2026-07-19, version 11.21.5*

Excellent

### 5/5 — Great App

*2026-07-11, version 11.21.5*

Give it a try ! So far so good and better than other apps out there.

### 5/5 — Great app

*2026-07-11, version 11.21.5*

Love this app it the best

### 5/5 — Grrrrr

*2026-07-11, version 11.21.5*

Awesome app . 🐻🤤🐾🌈🔥

## Frequently asked questions about SURGE

### What is SURGE?

SURGE is a gay dating app designed for gay, bisexual, trans, and queer individuals. It allows users to connect with others in the community for dating, relationships, or friendship. The app features a swiping mechanism for matching and a free chat function.

### What are the key features of SURGE?

Key features include the ability to browse and match with gay men nearby by swiping, free chat with disappearing photos and videos, profile verification for security, and the option to filter by age and distance. Premium users gain access to features like private mode and seeing who liked them.

### How much does SURGE cost?

The app offers a freemium model. Basic matching and chatting are free. Premium membership is available through 1-month, 3-month, and 12-month subscription options, which automatically renew unless turned off.

### Is SURGE available on all devices?

While the description doesn't explicitly state compatibility, most modern dating apps are available on both iOS and Android platforms. Users can typically download the app from their respective app stores.

### What are common use cases for SURGE?

Common use cases include finding casual dates, seeking long-term relationships, making new friends within the gay community, and exploring connections in different cities through the location change feature. Users can also send disappearing photos and videos for private communication.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 11.21.5 — 2026-06-17

- Bug fixes and improvements

### 11.21.4 — 2026-04-16

- Bug fixes and improvements

### 11.21.3 — 2026-03-19

- Bug fixes and improvements

### 11.21.2 — 2026-02-02

Get ready for more matches! We've added the ultimate tool to get you noticed, plus a smoother way to access your account.
- Boosts: Skyrocket your visibility and get seen by more people instantly by skipping the line
- Login: Connect your Google account for a faster, seamless sign-in experience
- Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 11.21.1 — 2026-01-15

Introducing a new feature on Surge – Body Profile! Now, you can share unique aspects of your physique with your matches through special image drawings. Choose from a variety of image options to represent your physique in a way that's true to you. Update your app now and express your individuality with your Body Profile!

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