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Happn vs HER

Happn logo

Happn

Dating

Find the people you've crossed paths with

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
HER logo

HER

Dating

The dating app for LGBTQ+ women and queer people

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Happn high volume of fake profiles, bots, and scammer accounts; HER facebook or Instagram account required for signup, which excludes closeted users or those with safety concerns
  • They diverge on capability: Happn covers Crossed Paths, HER covers Profile Matching.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Happn and HER actually diverge.

Attributes where Happn and HER differ
AttributeHappnHER
Founded20142013

Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (Unknown), free tier (Yes), platforms (iOS, Android), 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 Happn

  • Crossed Paths
  • FlashNote
  • CrushTime
  • Video Call
  • Invisible Mode
  • Audio Messages
  • Facebook
  • Web support

Only in HER

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

Both cover

  • Spotify
  • Instagram
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

Happn

  • Meeting people you crossed paths with locallynot HER
  • Dating within your geographic areanot HER
  • Connecting with nearby singles through proximitynot 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.

Happn

  • High volume of fake profiles, bots, and scammer accounts
  • Poor match quality and low likelihood of resulting in actual dates
  • Limited user base in smaller cities and non-urban areas
  • Security concerns with location-based technology revealing user movement patterns
  • Subscription and billing issues with poor customer service response

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

Happn

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Happn 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 Happn if

  • You need crossed paths.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android.
  • You also want flashnote.
Happn 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 Happn or HER better?
Neither clearly leads. Happn 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, Happn or HER?
Happn starts at Free and HER at Free.
Does Happn or HER run on more platforms?
Both run on iOS, Android, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
Can I use Happn for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Happn best used for?
Happn is most often used for meeting people you crossed paths with locally, dating within your geographic area, connecting with nearby singles through proximity. Of those, meeting people you crossed paths with locally and dating within your geographic area are not what HER is typically brought in for.
What can Happn do that HER cannot?
Happn covers Crossed Paths, FlashNote, CrushTime, Video Call. HER covers Profile Matching, Communities, Events, Feed. Both handle Spotify, Instagram, Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Happn: Is Happn free to use?

Yes, Happn is free to download and use. Premium membership is optional and unlocks features like seeing who has liked your profile and sending FlashNotes to people you haven't matched with.

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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.

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Happn: How does Happn's location matching work?

Happn shows you profiles of people you have crossed paths with in real life. The app uses GPS to detect when two users are near each other and displays their profiles when this happens. Your exact location remains hidden to other users.

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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.

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Happn: What is the cost of Happn Premium?

Happn Premium pricing varies by region. In the US, a one-month subscription costs approximately $29.99, while in Europe it ranges from €34.99 for one month to €94.99 for a 12-month subscription.

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HER: What platforms does HER support?

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

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Happn: What premium features does Happn offer?

Happn Premium allows you to see who has liked your profile, send up to 10 FlashNotes per day to people you haven't matched with, make audio and video calls within the app, and access other advanced features.

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