Purpose: The founders of Coffee Meets Bagel 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. Now, the trio are celebrating success with an app soaring in popularity for offering a unique experience for singles everywhere, where 91 percent of users are looking for a serious relationship. The site boasts that it's "designed for singles who want to find something real with little or no effort," making it one of the best dating apps for relationships. Every day at noon, you receive a batch of free matches personalized to your taste.
Pros: On top of the "bagels" (or matches) you receive at noon, you can also perform searches on the discover page, which even allow you to select from users who were active in the last 72 hours, so you know they check the app. The Activity Report at the bottom of each user's profile is unique in that it sheds light on their response time and communication with current matches. The seven-day chat limit also encourages face-to-face connection with a virtual or in-person date, with the goal being to prevent ghosting.
Cons: You can't swipe "left" on someone in a free search, so you might have to sift through their profile again later. You have to upgrade to Premium ($20-$35/month depending on your location) in order to see people who liked you first and undo your passes. Some people who are used to swiping on Tinder and Hinge may not like that you have to actually press a button in order to match or pass, which can slightly slow the process. Personally, I tend to find fewer people I'm interested in on CMB than other apps.
