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HER vs Nextdoor

HER logo

HER

Dating

The dating app for LGBTQ+ women and queer people

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Nextdoor logo

Nextdoor

Dating

Discover your neighborhood

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

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; Nextdoor nextdoor is free to join and ad supported, confirmed on Google Play and the 31 Dec 2019 archive capture of the pre-launch site
  • They diverge on capability: HER covers Profile Matching, Nextdoor covers Neighborhood Feed.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which HER and Nextdoor actually diverge.

Attributes where HER and Nextdoor differ
AttributeHERNextdoor
Pricing modelUnknownfree
PlatformsiOS, AndroidIos, Android, Web
Founded20132008

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), 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 HER

  • Profile Matching
  • Communities
  • Feed
  • Filter by Sexuality
  • Video Chat
  • Instagram
  • Spotify

Only in Nextdoor

  • Neighborhood Feed
  • Local Groups
  • For Sale & Free
  • Crime and Safety
  • Recommendations
  • Web support

Both cover

  • Events
  • 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

Nextdoor

  • Nextdoor is free to join and ad supported, confirmed on Google Play and the 31 Dec 2019 archive capture of the pre-launch site

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

Nextdoor

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Neighborhood Feed
    • Groups
    • Marketplace

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 Nextdoor if

  • You need neighborhood feed.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want local groups.
Nextdoor review

Questions people ask

Is HER or Nextdoor better?
Neither clearly leads. HER starts at Free and Nextdoor at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, HER or Nextdoor?
HER starts at Free and Nextdoor at Free.
Does HER or Nextdoor run on more platforms?
HER runs on iOS, Android. Nextdoor runs on Ios, Android, Web.
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 Nextdoor cannot?
HER covers Profile Matching, Communities, Feed, Filter by Sexuality. Nextdoor covers Neighborhood Feed, Local Groups, For Sale & Free, Crime and Safety. Both handle Events, 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.

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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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HER: What platforms does HER support?

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

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