Software · head to head
HER vs Shapr
The short version
- Each has a real cost: HER facebook or Instagram account required for signup, which excludes closeted users or those with safety concerns; Shapr the Internet Archive's capture of Shapr's homepage on 1 January 2021 stated 'Sign up for free' with no paid tier mentioned, describing a machine-learning matching algorithm that suggests 15 relevant people to meet each day.
- They diverge on capability: HER covers Profile Matching, Shapr covers Swipe-Based Matching.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which HER and Shapr actually diverge.
Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), platforms (iOS, Android), 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
Only in Shapr
- Swipe-Based Matching
- Daily Suggestions
- Goal-Based Networking
- Messaging
- LinkedIn Integration
- Location-Based
Both cover
- Ios support
- Android support
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
Shapr
- The Internet Archive's capture of Shapr's homepage on 1 January 2021 stated 'Sign up for free' with no paid tier mentioned, describing a machine-learning matching algorithm that suggests 15 relevant people to meet each day.
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
Shapr
Free- FreeFree
- Daily Profiles
- Messaging
- Swipe Matching
- Premium$19.99/month
- Unlimited Swipes
- See Who Viewed
- Priority Profiles
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.
Choose Shapr if
- You need swipe-based matching.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Ios, Android.
- You also want daily suggestions.
Questions people ask
- Is HER or Shapr better?
- Neither clearly leads. HER starts at Free and Shapr at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, HER or Shapr?
- HER starts at Free and Shapr at Free.
- Does HER or Shapr run on more platforms?
- HER runs on iOS, Android. Shapr runs on Ios, Android.
- Can I use HER for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What can HER do that Shapr cannot?
- HER covers Profile Matching, Communities, Events, Feed. Shapr covers Swipe-Based Matching, Daily Suggestions, Goal-Based Networking, Messaging. Both handle Ios support, Android 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.
SourceHER: 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.
SourceHER: What platforms does HER support?
HER is available on iOS (App Store) and Android (Google Play).
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