Comparison

HookedIRL vs Should We Date?

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

HookedIRL

This app helps you discover and connect with other singles at real-life events. Scan a QR code to join an event, create a temporary profile, and see who's open to connecting. Mutual likes lead to matches and in-app chats, with all event data automatically deleted afterward.

Highlights
  • Event-specific, time-limited profiles
  • QR code event check-in
  • One-tap matching
  • In-app messaging for matches
  • Auto-disappearing event profiles
  • Secure account creation
  • Business event support
Features
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HookedIRL is your social wingman at real-life events. We make meeting new people simple, exciting, and real—right where you are. Whether you're at a party, a conference, or a wedding, HookedIRL helps you discover who's single and open to connecting—while keeping things fun, respectful, and secure. How it Works: Create Your Account - Sign in once with Apple, Google, or your phone number. Your account stays with you across all events you join. Scan the Event QR Code - When you arrive at an event, just scan the HookedIRL sign to join. Set Up Your Event Profile - Share what matters—your name, age, interests, and a photo. Profiles are visible only during the event you're attending. See Who's Here - Get a live view of other singles at your event. You can only be in one event at a time. Send a Like - Like someone? Send them a Like. If they like back—you're matched and can start chatting. Event Profiles Are Event-Only - Once the event ends, your event profile is no longer shown to others. Your account stays for future events. Secure. Authentic. Real. HookedIRL is built for real-world social moments—not mindless scrolling. With authenticated accounts, every person is real and verified. Secure sign-in with Apple, Google, or phone One account across all your events No fake profiles—everyone is verified Event profiles are only visible during the event Business event support for professional networking Perfect for: Weddings House parties Community events Festivals & concerts Corporate networking events Professional conferences Retreats and offsites Key Features: Secure account creation (Apple, Google, phone) Location-based event check-in via QR code Event-specific, time-limited profiles One-tap matching with mutual interest In-app messaging for matched users Business event support for professional settings Simple, modern interface built for speed and privacy Your Privacy Matters Your account info stays secure. Event profiles are only shown to others during the event, and you can delete your account at any time from your profile. You control your presence at each event. Whether you're looking to spark a romance, find a friend, or network professionally, HookedIRL gives you the nudge you need—right when it matters most. Download HookedIRL and never miss a connection again.

About

Should We Date?

This app analyzes a photo of individuals or a group to reveal potential romantic connections and social dynamics. It serves as an engaging icebreaker for parties, events, or casual gatherings, sparking conversations about who might be interested in whom.

Highlights
  • Photo analysis for social dynamics
  • Instant connection insights
  • Group and individual analysis
  • Entertainment icebreaker
  • Party and event engagement
Features
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ShouldWeDate.ai makes any party, event, or night out way more interesting. Everyone’s thinking it. So… who’s into who? One photo. The vibes don’t lie. UPLOAD YOU OR THE GROUP Drop a photo of yourself or the whole crew. Get instant reads on what everyone’s feeling—but not saying. CHECK THE CHEMISTRY The crush. The tension. The pairing everyone clocked before you did. THE ULTIMATE ICEBREAKER Perfect for parties, bars, events, and date nights. One photo and suddenly everyone’s talking. ENTERTAINMENT ONLY All insights are for fun and meant for entertainment purposes only.

Screenshots

HookedIRL4 screens
Should We Date?4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Should We Date? at 5.0 against HookedIRL's 3.9. Should We Date? also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 85%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Should We Date? holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 28 and 13 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of HookedIRL's written reviews are positive against 100% of Should We Date?'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HookedIRL ships an update every 9 days, Should We Date? fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
HookedIRL versus Should We Date?: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHookedIRLShould We Date?
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (28 ratings)5.0 (13 ratings) — better
Positive reviews84.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings28 — better13
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.114.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size126 MB210 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperHooked Social IncLerner Ventures, Inc.

Customer experience

HookedIRL

All ratings28 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive84.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.4%

Should We Date?

All ratings13 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

HookedIRL

No in-app purchases

None

Should We Date?

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HookedIRL free?
HookedIRL is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Should We Date? free?
Should We Date? is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, HookedIRL or Should We Date??
Should We Date? is rated higher. HookedIRL averages 3.9 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while Should We Date? averages 5.0 from 13 ratings.
Do HookedIRL or Should We Date? have ads?
Neither HookedIRL nor Should We Date? shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HookedIRL or Should We Date??
HookedIRL ships an update every 9 days, and Should We Date? fortnightly. Most recently, HookedIRL was updated on October 7, 2026 and Should We Date? on September 30, 2026.

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