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Feeld vs Raya

Feeld logo

Feeld

Software

Dating for the open-minded

From
Free
Rated
-
Raya logo

Raya

Software

An exclusive community

From
$9.99/month
Rated
-

The short version

  • Only Feeld has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Feeld technical bugs and glitches including messages failing to send, profiles not loading, and app crashes; Raya access requires submitting an application that is queued and reviewed, and an applicant can remain waitlisted indefinitely
  • They diverge on capability: Feeld covers Couple Profiles, Raya covers Exclusive Membership.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Feeld and Raya actually diverge.

Attributes where Feeld and Raya differ
AttributeFeeldRaya
Starting priceFree$9.99/month
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsiOS, AndroidIos
Founded20142015

Identical on both: 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 Feeld

  • Couple Profiles
  • 20+ Sexualities
  • 20+ Gender Identities
  • Incognito Mode
  • Group Chat
  • Desires Tags
  • Android support
  • Web support

Only in Raya

  • Exclusive Membership
  • Committee Review
  • Privacy Protection
  • Social Networking
  • Work Networking
  • Cultural Events
  • Instagram

Both cover

  • Ios support

What people use each for

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

Feeld

No use cases recorded yet. See the Feeld review.

Raya

  • Private membership network for dating, networking and friendshipnot Feeld
  • Meeting vetted members while controlling your visibilitynot Feeld
  • Application-gated social access rather than open sign-upnot Feeld

Where each one falls short

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

Feeld

  • Technical bugs and glitches including messages failing to send, profiles not loading, and app crashes
  • Automatic account blocking on any user report without human review upfront, leading to false positives
  • Normie creep diluting the community as mainstream daters join, watering down the curated pool of genuinely open-minded users
  • Smaller user base in rural and non-urban areas limiting options outside major cities
  • User behavior issues including unicorn hunting by couples and transactional approaches that disrespect authentic connection

Raya

  • Access requires submitting an application that is queued and reviewed, and an applicant can remain waitlisted indefinitely
  • Full functionality of the service is only available while a paid membership is active
  • Memberships are sold only as 1, 6 or 12 month auto-renewing terms
  • Auto-renewals are charged within 24 hours before the end of the period
  • Cancelling a subscription only takes effect at the end of the current period, with no mid-term exit
  • Accounts can be suspended or terminated for conduct judged not to reflect the community guidelines
  • The iOS app requires iOS 17.0 or later

Pricing, plan by plan

Feeld

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Feeld review.

Raya

$9.99/month
  • Membership$9.99/month
    • Access to Community
    • Dating Mode
    • Social Mode

Which should you pick?

Choose Feeld if

  • You need couple profiles.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android.
  • You also want 20+ sexualities.

Choose Raya if

  • You need exclusive membership.
  • You work on Ios.
  • You also want committee review.

Questions people ask

Is Feeld or Raya better?
Neither clearly leads. Feeld starts at Free and Raya at $9.99/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Feeld or Raya?
Feeld has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Feeld and $9.99/month for Raya.
Does Feeld or Raya run on more platforms?
Feeld runs on iOS, Android. Raya runs on Ios.
Can I use Feeld for free?
Yes. Feeld has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Raya starts at $9.99/month.
What can Feeld do that Raya cannot?
Feeld covers Couple Profiles, 20+ Sexualities, 20+ Gender Identities, Incognito Mode. Raya covers Exclusive Membership, Committee Review, Privacy Protection, Social Networking. Both handle Ios support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Feeld: What is Feeld's pricing?

Feeld's Majestic tier (single paid plan) costs $11.99/month or $23.99 for three months ($8/month). Regional and device pricing variations exist, with Premium Plus ($34.99/month single or roughly $17/month annually) adding priority likes and advanced features.

Source
Feeld: How does Feeld's Constellation feature work?

Constellation allows couples to link their accounts into a shared profile introduced in 2024. Both partners see incoming likes and browse profiles together, making it useful for couples exploring non-traditional relationships.

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Feeld: How many gender identities and orientations does Feeld support?

Feeld supports 20+ gender identities and 20+ sexual orientations. Profiles can list relationship structures including open, poly, partnered-and-curious, and solo.

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Feeld: What features are available in the free tier?

Free tier includes basic profile creation, limited profile browsing, and restricted messaging capabilities. Majestic premium adds the ability to see who liked you and advanced filters.

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Feeld: How many active users does Feeld have?

Feeld has grown to 2M+ active users and consistently ranks in the Google Play top 10 in its dating app category.

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