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Facebook Dating vs OpenLP

Facebook Dating logo

Facebook Dating

Dating

It's not complicated

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
OpenLP logo

OpenLP

Religion

Free, open-source presentation software for churches

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only OpenLP has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Facebook Dating only available in approximately 50 countries, limiting global reach compared to Tinder or Bumble; OpenLP there is no standalone mobile app; the Android and iOS apps are remote controls for a desktop running OpenLP
  • They diverge on capability: Facebook Dating covers Secret Crush, OpenLP covers Presentation.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 1 September 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Facebook Dating and OpenLP actually diverge.

Attributes where Facebook Dating and OpenLP differ
AttributeFacebook DatingOpenLP
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelfreemiumopen-source
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsiOS, AndroidWindows, Mac, Linux
CategoryDatingReligion
Founded20182004

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

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 Facebook Dating

  • Secret Crush
  • Events Integration
  • Groups Integration
  • Stories
  • Instagram Integration
  • Video Chat
  • Instagram
  • Facebook Events

Only in OpenLP

  • Presentation
  • Lyric Display
  • Media Playback
  • Bible Display
  • Theme Support
  • Plugin System
  • Custom Layouts
  • Scripture Integration

What people use each for

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

Facebook Dating

  • People in niche groups finding partners with shared hobbiesnot OpenLP
  • Event attendees connecting romantically from the same eventsnot OpenLP
  • Facebook community members discovering dating prospects through groupsnot OpenLP
  • Users keeping dating activity separate from regular Facebooknot OpenLP

OpenLP

  • Member managementnot Facebook Dating
  • Donation trackingnot Facebook Dating
  • Event planningnot Facebook Dating
  • Volunteer schedulingnot Facebook Dating
  • Communicationnot Facebook Dating

Where each one falls short

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

Facebook Dating

  • Only available in approximately 50 countries, limiting global reach compared to Tinder or Bumble
  • Mobile-only platform with no desktop access, restricting usage to smartphones
  • Limited communication options: text-only messaging with no video chat feature
  • Only 20% year-over-year user growth in US/Canada (280M+ users) versus Tinder's 50M+ active daters
  • Smaller active dating user base makes finding matches difficult outside major metropolitan areas
  • Privacy concerns due to Meta's history of data mishandling and data collection for ad targeting
  • Algorithm matches based on shared interests do not necessarily ensure compatibility, particularly regarding life goals

OpenLP

  • There is no standalone mobile app; the Android and iOS apps are remote controls for a desktop running OpenLP
  • Only the most recent Fedora release and Debian unstable are supported on those distributions
  • The Flatpak build is experimental and the OpenLP team states it does not support its use
  • Requires macOS 10.15 or higher and Windows 10 or higher

Pricing, plan by plan

Facebook Dating

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Facebook Dating review.

OpenLP

Free
  • Community EditionFree
    • Full features
    • No restrictions
    • Community support

Which should you pick?

Choose Facebook Dating if

  • You need secret crush.
  • You work on iOS, Android.
  • You also want events integration.
Facebook Dating review

Choose OpenLP if

  • You need presentation.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, Mac, Linux.
  • You also want lyric display.
OpenLP review

Questions people ask

Is Facebook Dating or OpenLP better?
Neither clearly leads. Facebook Dating starts at On request and OpenLP at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Facebook Dating or OpenLP?
OpenLP has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Facebook Dating and Free for OpenLP.
Does Facebook Dating or OpenLP run on more platforms?
Facebook Dating runs on iOS, Android. OpenLP runs on Windows, Mac, Linux.
Can I use OpenLP for free?
Yes. OpenLP has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Facebook Dating starts at On request.
What is Facebook Dating best used for?
Facebook Dating is most often used for people in niche groups finding partners with shared hobbies, event attendees connecting romantically from the same events, facebook community members discovering dating prospects through groups, users keeping dating activity separate from regular facebook. Of those, people in niche groups finding partners with shared hobbies and event attendees connecting romantically from the same events are not what OpenLP is typically brought in for.
What can Facebook Dating do that OpenLP cannot?
Facebook Dating covers Secret Crush, Events Integration, Groups Integration, Stories. OpenLP covers Presentation, Lyric Display, Media Playback, Bible Display.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Facebook Dating: Is Facebook Dating free to use?

Yes. Facebook Dating is completely free with no subscriptions or premium tiers. All features including unlimited likes and seeing who liked you are free, unlike competitors like Tinder.

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OpenLP: How much does OpenLP cost?

OpenLP is completely free to download, install, and use. Being open source means OpenLP is free forever with no licensing or subscription fees.

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Facebook Dating: How does Facebook Dating protect my privacy?

Facebook Dating creates a separate dating profile invisible to friends and family. Matches come from groups, events, and pages you follow. However, Meta collects dating activity data to improve algorithms and target ads, raising concerns given Facebook's history of data mishandling.

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OpenLP: Can I install OpenLP on multiple computers for free?

Yes, OpenLP can be downloaded, installed on multiple computers, and distributed to others at no cost.

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Facebook Dating: What devices can I access Facebook Dating on?

Facebook Dating is only available on mobile via Facebook apps for Android and iPhone. Desktop access is not supported.

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OpenLP: What platforms does OpenLP support?

OpenLP is free for Windows, Mac, Linux, and FreeBSD platforms with no platform-specific licensing costs.

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Facebook Dating: What countries is Facebook Dating available in?

Facebook Dating is available in approximately 50 countries including the US, Canada, Europe (32 countries), and select other regions. Global availability is more limited compared to competitors like Tinder.

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Facebook Dating: How does Facebook Dating match users?

Facebook Dating uses an algorithm based on user preferences, activity, mutual connections, and shared interests from groups and events you follow. However, research shows little evidence that similarity algorithms actually predict dating compatibility.

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Facebook Dating: Does Facebook Dating have video chat?

No. Facebook Dating only supports text messaging for communication. Video chat is not available, unlike some competitors that offer video call features before meeting.

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