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eHarmony vs EliteSingles

eHarmony logo

eHarmony

Dating

Real love. Real people.

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
EliteSingles logo

EliteSingles

Dating

Intelligent matchmaking for educated singles

From
$31.95/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only eHarmony has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • They diverge on capability: eHarmony covers 32 Dimensions Compatibility, EliteSingles covers Personality Assessment.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which eHarmony and EliteSingles actually diverge.

Attributes where eHarmony and EliteSingles differ
AttributeeHarmonyEliteSingles
Starting priceFree$31.95/month
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidIos, Android, Web
Founded20002008

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Dating).

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 EliteSingles

  • Personality Assessment
  • Smart Matching
  • Daily Matches
  • Profile Verification
  • Have You Met
  • Wildcard Matches

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

EliteSingles

No use cases recorded yet. See the EliteSingles 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

EliteSingles

Nothing recorded yet. See the EliteSingles review.

Pricing, plan by plan

eHarmony

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the eHarmony review.

EliteSingles

$31.95/month
  • Premium Light$44.95/month
    • Unlimited Messaging
    • See All Photos
    • View Visitors
  • Premium Classic$31.95/month
    • All Light Features
    • Read Receipts

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 EliteSingles if

  • You need personality assessment.
  • You work on Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want smart matching.
EliteSingles review

Questions people ask

Is eHarmony or EliteSingles better?
Neither clearly leads. eHarmony starts at Free and EliteSingles at $31.95/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, eHarmony or EliteSingles?
eHarmony has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for eHarmony and $31.95/month for EliteSingles.
Does eHarmony or EliteSingles run on more platforms?
eHarmony runs on Web, iOS, Android. EliteSingles runs on Ios, Android, Web.
Can I use eHarmony for free?
Yes. eHarmony has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. EliteSingles starts at $31.95/month.
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 EliteSingles is typically brought in for.
What can eHarmony do that EliteSingles cannot?
eHarmony covers 32 Dimensions Compatibility, Guided Communication, Video Date, RelyID Verification. EliteSingles covers Personality Assessment, Smart Matching, Daily Matches, Profile Verification. Both handle Ios support, Android support, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

eHarmony: Does eharmony offer a free membership?

Yes, eharmony offers free Basic Membership which allows users to take the Compatibility Quiz, view members' profiles, send and receive initial likes and first messages, and see who visited your profile.

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eHarmony: What features are included in eharmony Premium membership?

eharmony Premium membership adds the ability to view all photos, see complete profile visitors, unlock your complete Personality Profile, and change your search settings by location and age. Specific pricing for Premium membership is not published on the main website.

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