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HER vs Raya

HER logo

HER

Software

The dating app for LGBTQ+ women and queer people

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Raya logo

Raya

Software

An exclusive community

From
$9.99/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only HER has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: HER facebook or Instagram account required for signup, which excludes closeted users or those with safety concerns; Raya access requires submitting an application that is queued and reviewed, and an applicant can remain waitlisted indefinitely
  • They diverge on capability: HER covers Profile Matching, Raya covers Exclusive Membership.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which HER and Raya actually diverge.

Attributes where HER and Raya differ
AttributeHERRaya
Starting priceFree$9.99/month
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsiOS, AndroidIos
Founded20132015

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 HER

  • Profile Matching
  • Communities
  • Events
  • Feed
  • Filter by Sexuality
  • Video Chat
  • Spotify
  • Android support

Only in Raya

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

Both cover

  • Instagram
  • Ios support

What people use each for

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

HER

No use cases recorded yet. See the HER review.

Raya

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

Where each one falls short

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

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

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

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

Raya

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

Which should you pick?

Choose HER if

  • You need profile matching.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android.
  • You also want communities.
HER review

Choose Raya if

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

Questions people ask

Is HER or Raya better?
Neither clearly leads. HER 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, HER or Raya?
HER has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for HER and $9.99/month for Raya.
Does HER or Raya run on more platforms?
HER runs on iOS, Android. Raya runs on Ios.
Can I use HER for free?
Yes. HER has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Raya starts at $9.99/month.
What can HER do that Raya cannot?
HER covers Profile Matching, Communities, Events, Feed. Raya covers Exclusive Membership, Committee Review, Privacy Protection, Social Networking. Both handle Instagram, Ios support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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.

Source
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.

Source
HER: What platforms does HER support?

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

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