Your Ideal Dating App Based on Your Zodiac Sign

Much like the risk-taking Aries, the founders of the Coffee Meets Bagel app famously turned down a record-setting offer for their dating app on ABC's Shark Tank because they were determined to make it on their own. Half a decade later, the trio is celebrating success with an app soaring in popularity for offering a unique experience for singles everywhere.

CMB sets itself apart by doing away with a traditional "hot or not" style interface and opting instead for a platform that encourages users to comment in order to increase their chances of connecting. "Aires are the newest in the astrology wheel and new souls tend to take the biggest chances," Ber explained. So the dynamic and fast-moving ram will take to the platform that encourages engagement right away.

The dependable Taurus likes Hinge, a dating app so headstrong it boasts that it's designed to be deleted. The premise on Hinge is that because every interaction generates a notification, users are more intentional about their outreach, which breeds more authentic conversations. This engagement style is perfect for the earth sign ruled by Venus, the planet of gracious charm, harmony, and love. "Taurus is all business leading to pleasure," Ber explained. "The bull will put in the work for a firm foundation in order to reap the highest reward, and won't take any BS along the way!" Hinge uses a sophisticated, Nobel-prize-winning algorithm to match its romantic prospects, appealing to the Taurus who looks for authenticity and will charge forward, confidently navigating this robust dating app.

Feeld (think playing the "field" with your "feelings") is the dating app breeding inclusivity, diversity of behavior, and most importantly, healthy and open conversation. The versatile, curious, and expressive Gemini will thrive on Feeld and connect to its mission to normalize conversations around sexuality. Feeld is built upon the notion that nothing is less predictable or binary than human desire, and because Ber describes Geminis as "fluid with a center core of self-awareness," they're better positioned than many to be open to fresh ideas and bring kindness and receptivity to the table.

The intuitive Cancer's ideal dating app isn't a dating app at all, but Meetup, the platform organizing online groups that host events for people with similar interests. Meetup has a presence in every major metropolitan area and is free to use.

"This sign is not inherently trusting of outside sources," Ber explained, so an in-person meeting designed around a shared hobby is appealing because they can let their intuition kick in right away. "Cancers are on the hunt for a real love match or soulmate with whom to build a home," she continued, so this means they're well positioned to skip the gamified swiping and let their intuition make the first move face to face.

Tinder was practically created for the fiery, self-assured Leo. One of the simplest dating apps to use, and offering a nearly unlimited pool of potential candidates, Tinder allows the outgoing lion to find a date on vacation or at home with the ease of a simple swipe. The confident fire sign ruled by the sun might even secretly love some of the drama on this app, but you should be careful not to get too carried away. Ber explained: "A Leo will feel safe on Tinder, but [just remind yourself that you should] empower your partner instead of rule them."

Built by and for the analytical, OKCupid is the ideal place for the practical Virgo to find love. "Geeky Virgos like sophisticated algorithms and beautiful Virgos like adorable things, because they recognize themselves in exquisite design," Ber explained. Unmatched in its data visualization, OKCupid gives the users what they want — a data-driven, personalized snapshot of themselves and a deep analysis of how they'll fit with a romantic contender.

On Bumble, the scale is flipped and women must make the first move. This intrigues the Libra who is, according to Ber, "in the eye of the tornado." She added: "Libras must find a balance of love, physical security, and happenstance in order to be satisfied." The app's aspiration for a more equitable playing field is attractive to the air sign, who can use it to showcase their diplomatic and gracious nature at their own pace. "Libras dissect the information they're given and find answers within, meaning their analytical tendencies will serve them well as they look at profiles and determine which matches win their attention," Ber continued.

Passionate and brave, the Scorpio isn't afraid of location-driven dating apps like Happn (for all genders seeking all genders) or Grindr (for men seeking men). These apps bring folks together based on not much more than proximity, which Ber thinks makes them well-designed for the "Spontaneous scorpion."

But it's not just for hookups, as this water sign's emotions run deep. "When a Scorpio is in love, it's like being enveloped in a tidal wave," Ber explained. "They're highly aggressive and intuitive, making them one of the most wonderful though stubborn signs in astrology." The Scorpio refuses to bother with much chatting on the apps, so they'd rather get right to the coffee, rock climbing, or cocktail that their geo-located date has in store. And when they fall, they're all in.

The extroverted archer is well-suited for nearly any dating app given their often optimistic approach to life. Match, formerly match.com, will serve this fire sign well for its plethora of candidates and open messaging system. "Jupiter-ruled Sagittarians are born to explore and are all about the hunt," Ber said. "They're happy to roam through profiles and reach out without waiting for the match to be mutual." This freestyle environment suits the funny and generous Sag who can throw out charming compliments with ease to generate lots of conversations quickly.

For the tenacious Capricorn who is constantly on the climb, The League is an app centered around one of their core values: status. By vetting candidates for desirability before allowing them on the platform, The League works well for Capricorns because it's almost like old-fashioned matchmaking. "Caps tend to have their own set of morals and operational codes mapping back to past lives," Ber explained. The League nurtures this sign's unique independence by serving up just a few profiles to run through each day, handing them a veritable checklist they'll happily complete regularly.

Much like the air sign ruled by Uranus, Raya is also imaginative and uncompromising. Known as the celebrity dating app, Raya requires a subscription and a referral to engage. Once in, the most social of the zodiac will enjoy the creativity required, as each profile is set to a song of the user's choosing and photos play in a slideshow for romantic or friendly hopefuls to swipe right or left. "The Aquarius is a metaphysical, fluid creature who requires a safe place to expand, expound, and play," Ber revealed, adding that Raya offers the discretion and exclusivity to make them feel right at home with the rest of the star-studded creatives on the platform.

Ship lets friends take over your dating life (they swipe left or right for you), which is great for Pisces, who aren't interested in navigating the paradox of choice inherent in most dating apps. "This sign is very attuned to their surrounding energy," Ber said, which means they trust the journey and have no problem letting a friend take the wheel.