# Blindmate vs Snoggle

The clearest difference is ads: Blindmate at none against Snoggle's shown. Blindmate also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and review sentiment (91% vs 74%). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Blindmate sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $14.00 per month and Snoggle sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Blindmate holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 185 and 296 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 91% of Blindmate's written reviews are positive against 74% of Snoggle's.

Blindmate ships an update every 9 days, Snoggle monthly. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Blindmate | Snoggle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (185 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blindmate/id1547219764/reviews)** | [4.3 (296 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snoggle-chat-meet-and-date-app/id1590150482/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 185 | **296** |
| Positive reviews | **90.7% of reviews** | 74.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 81 MB | 141 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [BlindMate GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1546596008) | [Joy Media AG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1590150484) |

## What reviewers say

### Blindmate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blindmate/id1547219764)

This social dating app lets your friends find matches for you by answering questions and swiping. Singles can chat with matches their friends discover, while friends enjoy an invisible profile as matchmakers. It aims to provide authentic connections through trusted friends.

**Highlights:** Friends answer questions to create profiles, Friends swipe and find matches, Singles chat with friend-found matches, Invisible profile for matchmakers, Icebreaker prompts for chats

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Team Bundle | $14.00 | per month |
| Crew Bundle | $14.00 | per month |
| Team Bundle | $18.00 | per month |
| Team Bundle | $25.00 | per month |
| Team Bundle | $35.00 | per month |
| Lifetime Premium | $69.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Innovative concept: friends answer for you
- 👍 Fun and like a game
- 👍 Authentic profiles through friends' input
- 👍 Less superficial than other apps
- 👍 Good for getting to know friends better

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Limited swipes per day (free users)
- 👎 Premium account needed for full features
- 👎 Expensive premium subscription
- 👎 Not enough people in certain areas
- 👎 Hard to navigate location settings

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional typos and grammatical errors
- Location settings can be difficult to navigate

**Requested features**

- More filter options (e.g., for polyamorous users)
- More precise location settings and distance options
- Ability to filter by desired relationship type (e.g., serious, friendship)
- Option to see compatibility score as a matchmaker later (premium)
- Indication of when a person was last online


### Snoggle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snoggle-chat-meet-and-date-app/id1590150482)

Discover a new way to connect with singles. This app offers detailed profiles, intriguing conversations, and fun daily games. Find your perfect match and build meaningful relationships.

**Highlights:** Detailed user profiles, Matching game with free first message, Daily fun and games with prizes, Create friends lists and favorite chat partners, Poke button to break the ice, Private mode for discrete browsing, Unlimited swipes and matches (Premium)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 month SnogglePremium | $14.99 | per month |
| 3 months SnogglePremium | $28.99 | per 3 months |
| 1 Boost | $1.99 | one-time |
| 3 Boosts | $3.99 | one-time |
| 3 Super Likes | $4.99 | one-time |
| Package 55 Coins | $8.99 | one-time |
| 10 Super Likes | $12.99 | one-time |
| Package 160 Coins | $17.99 | one-time |
| Package 125 Coins | $17.99 | one-time |
| Package 200 Coins | $24.99 | one-time |
| Package 380 Coins | $44.99 | one-time |
| Package 820 Coins | $89.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to navigate and user-friendly interface
- 💑 Ability to meet local people and matches
- 🎯 Good matching features
- ✨ Visually appealing design
- 💰 Free to match (unlike some competitors)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Excessive monetization and pay-to-play model
- 🤖 Many conversations are with AI bots, not real people
- 💬 Pay for every single message sent
- 🪙 Coin system is expensive and unfair
- 📸 Must pay to view profile pictures

**Reported bugs**

- Coin purchase functionality not working for some users
- Video ad completion not awarding promised coins

**Requested features**

- Reduce or eliminate coin costs for messaging
- Implement free messaging system
- Better ad-to-coin reward ratio
- More transparent about AI vs real profiles
- Free access to basic features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Blindmate free?

Blindmate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Snoggle free?

Snoggle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Blindmate or Snoggle?

Blindmate is rated higher. Blindmate averages 4.7 out of 5 from 185 ratings, while Snoggle averages 4.3 from 296 ratings.

### Do Blindmate or Snoggle have ads?

Snoggle shows ads; Blindmate does not.

### Which is updated more often, Blindmate or Snoggle?

Blindmate ships an update every 9 days, and Snoggle monthly. Most recently, Blindmate was updated on November 3, 2026 and Snoggle on November 3, 2026.

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