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eHarmony vs HER

eHarmony logo

eHarmony

Dating & Social

Real love. Real people.

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
HER logo

HER

Dating & Social

The dating app for LGBTQ+ women and queer people

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: eHarmony premium membership pricing not published on website; only generic reference to 'added features' costs; HER facebook or Instagram account required for signup, which excludes closeted users or those with safety concerns
  • They diverge on capability: eHarmony covers 32 Dimensions Compatibility, HER covers Profile Matching.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which eHarmony and HER actually diverge.

Attributes where eHarmony and HER differ
AttributeeHarmonyHER
Pricing modelfreemiumUnknown
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidiOS, Android
Founded20002013

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Dating & Social).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in eHarmony

  • 32 Dimensions Compatibility
  • Guided Communication
  • Video Date
  • RelyID Verification
  • Compatibility Quiz
  • Match Preferences
  • Web support

Only in HER

  • Profile Matching
  • Communities
  • Events
  • Feed
  • Filter by Sexuality
  • Video Chat
  • Instagram
  • Spotify

Both cover

  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

eHarmony

  • Single users seeking relationship-focused matching via compatibility questionnairenot HER
  • Individuals in supported regions (US, Canada, UK, Australia) prioritising profile compatibilitynot HER
  • Premium members wanting access to full photo galleries and advanced search filtersnot HER

HER

No use cases recorded yet. See the HER review.

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

eHarmony

  • Premium membership pricing not published on website; only generic reference to 'added features' costs
  • Basic free tier severely limited: cannot view all photos or access complete Personality Profile
  • Service limited to specific regions (US, Canada, UK, Australia); not globally available
  • Compatibility matching algorithm locked behind Premium tier; Basic tier cannot use advanced search filters

HER

  • Facebook or Instagram account required for signup, which excludes closeted users or those with safety concerns
  • No web version available; mobile-only platform on iOS and Android
  • Fake profiles and romance scams present on platform despite selfie verification
  • Limited user base outside major cities; geographic areas without Pride events may have single-digit user pools
  • Key features like Discover page and unlimited likes are behind paywall with 14-hour swiping limit unless paid

Pricing, plan by plan

eHarmony

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the eHarmony review.

HER

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Liking and matching
    • Messaging
    • Communities
  • Premium$14.99/month
    • Ad-free experience
    • See who is online in real-time
    • Additional search filters

Which should you pick?

Choose eHarmony if

  • You need 32 dimensions compatibility.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want guided communication.
eHarmony review

Choose HER if

  • You need profile matching.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android.
  • You also want communities.
HER review

Questions people ask

Is eHarmony or HER better?
Neither clearly leads. eHarmony starts at Free and HER at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, eHarmony or HER?
eHarmony starts at Free and HER at Free.
Does eHarmony or HER run on more platforms?
eHarmony runs on Web, iOS, Android. HER runs on iOS, Android.
Can I use eHarmony for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is eHarmony best used for?
eHarmony is most often used for single users seeking relationship-focused matching via compatibility questionnaire, individuals in supported regions (us, canada, uk, australia) prioritising profile compatibility, premium members wanting access to full photo galleries and advanced search filters. Of those, single users seeking relationship-focused matching via compatibility questionnaire and individuals in supported regions (us, canada, uk, australia) prioritising profile compatibility are not what HER is typically brought in for.
What can eHarmony do that HER cannot?
eHarmony covers 32 Dimensions Compatibility, Guided Communication, Video Date, RelyID Verification. HER covers Profile Matching, Communities, Events, Feed. Both handle Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

HER: Are all HER features free to use?

Yes. All core features are completely free including liking, matching, messaging, joining communities, and viewing events. HER Premium ($14.99/month or $7.50/month annually) removes ads and adds filters.

Source
HER: What communities does HER offer?

HER features 30+ communities for queer women, lesbian, bi, nonbinary, trans, and gender nonconforming users. Users can add pronouns, pride pins, and gender identities to their profiles.

Source
HER: What platforms does HER support?

HER is available on iOS (App Store) and Android (Google Play).

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