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eHarmony vs OkCupid

eHarmony logo

eHarmony

Software

Real love. Real people.

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
OkCupid logo

OkCupid

Software

Dating deserves better

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; OkCupid high volume of bots and fake profiles degrades user experience
  • They diverge on capability: eHarmony covers 32 Dimensions Compatibility, OkCupid covers Match Questions.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which eHarmony and OkCupid actually diverge.

Attributes where eHarmony and OkCupid differ
AttributeeHarmonyOkCupid
Founded20002004

Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (freemium), free tier (Yes), platforms (Web, iOS, Android), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

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

Only in OkCupid

  • Match Questions
  • Compatibility Score
  • Detailed Profiles
  • Double Take
  • Intro Messages
  • Dealbreakers
  • Instagram

Both cover

  • Ios support
  • Android support
  • Web 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 OkCupid
  • Individuals in supported regions (US, Canada, UK, Australia) prioritising profile compatibilitynot OkCupid
  • Premium members wanting access to full photo galleries and advanced search filtersnot OkCupid

OkCupid

No use cases recorded yet. See the OkCupid 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

OkCupid

  • High volume of bots and fake profiles degrades user experience
  • Users cannot message without liking profiles first
  • Smaller user base compared to Hinge and Tinder
  • Poor customer satisfaction score of 65% with weak support infrastructure
  • Premium plans are expensive relative to features offered

Pricing, plan by plan

eHarmony

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the eHarmony review.

OkCupid

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Matching
    • Messaging
    • Questions
  • Basic$14.99/month
    • No Ads
    • See Who Likes You
    • Dealbreakers
  • Premium$34.99/month
    • All Basic Features
    • Boost
    • Super Likes

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 OkCupid if

  • You need match questions.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want compatibility score.
OkCupid review

Questions people ask

Is eHarmony or OkCupid better?
Neither clearly leads. eHarmony starts at Free and OkCupid at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, eHarmony or OkCupid?
eHarmony starts at Free and OkCupid at Free.
Does eHarmony or OkCupid run on more platforms?
Both run on Web, iOS, Android, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
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 OkCupid is typically brought in for.
What can eHarmony do that OkCupid cannot?
eHarmony covers 32 Dimensions Compatibility, Guided Communication, Video Date, RelyID Verification. OkCupid covers Match Questions, Compatibility Score, Detailed Profiles, Double Take. Both handle Ios support, Android support, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

OkCupid: Is OkCupid free to use?

Yes, OkCupid has a generous free tier with unlimited messaging to mutual matches, browsing, and up to 10 likes per day. Premium plans unlock features like seeing who liked you first.

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OkCupid: What platforms is OkCupid available on?

OkCupid is available on web desktop, mobile web, iOS, and Android. The web version is effective for setting up profiles and answering questions, while mobile apps offer optimized swiping.

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OkCupid: How does OkCupid match people?

OkCupid uses a compatibility algorithm based on questions about values, lifestyle, and preferences. Users answer questions and receive a match percentage with other users based on answer compatibility.

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OkCupid: Does OkCupid verify user profiles?

Users will soon be able to search for dates with verified profiles using selfie verification, with OkCupid's support team reviewing every verification personally.

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