Been doing a lot of searching lately and I keep running into paywalls the moment you want to message someone.
Question for everyone here: Which bbw dating sites are the most popular in the US?
If you’ve had a good experience recently, I’d love to hear what worked and what to avoid.
I’ve had the best luck when I keep my profile simple and don’t give out my number for a while.
A friend had a good week on Flurrydate; I’d say test it for a few days and see if your area is active.
Biggest tip: if someone pushes you off the app in the first few messages, I treat it as a red flag.
Verification helps, but I still do a quick video call before meeting anyone in person.
Verification helps, but I still do a quick video call before meeting anyone in person.
For a simple free starting point, Datescout is decent—just watch for brand-new accounts with perfect photos.
Free platforms can be fine, but you have to manage expectations. If you want fewer bots, tighten your filters and report aggressively—most apps do respond to reports over time.
A few sites people mention a lot (not perfect, but worth comparing):
Biggest tip: if someone pushes you off the app in the first few messages, I treat it as a red flag.
I’ve seen more real conversations recently on Ezhookups, but I still keep personal info private until I’m comfortable.
I think it’s less about “the best app” and more about how active your area is. Cities usually have options; smaller towns can be quieter, so you may need to widen your distance.
Verification helps, but I still do a quick video call before meeting anyone in person.