Best Germany Dating Apps - For Serious Relationships

Best Germany Dating Apps - For Serious Relationships [2024]

Looking for someone to date or have a social gathering? You are at the right page to have a fun time by meeting people. There are a lot of apps to make new friends or find a partner even if you are new in Germany. According to the statistics, 28% of Germans use dating websites and apps to find their dating partners. As per 2021, 9 million Germans use these websites and apps. As per survey, these platforms have 1/3 active male and 1/4 active female users.

Review of Best Dating Apps

Here is a review of dating apps.

Dating App Personality Test Test Duration Age Group Free or Paid
Parship Yes 30 25 to 59 years Free and paid
eDarling Yes 40 Over 35 years Free and paid
C-Date No - 25 to 54 years ● Free for women looking for men

● Paid for women looking for women and couples

● Paid for men
LoveScout24 No - 25 to 34 years Free and paid
ElitePartner Yes 20 20 to 50 years Free and paid
Next Love No - 25 to 45 years Free and paid

Parship

The most famous dating website, established in 2001, with an expert marketing team who make popular apps. As per study, single persons looking for serious relationships fall in love every 11 minutes by using this app. As per survey conducted in 2021, almost 94% users were satisfied and 40% involved in the long term relationships.

Facts about Parship

  • 51% and 49% male-female ratio.
  • 40% success rate.
  • Icebreaker feature to start  conversation easily.
  • 91% of users are looking for long-term relationships.
  • Personality test based on 80 questions during the sign-up process.
  • Compatibility based matching suggestions.
What we like
  • Educated and professional users
  • No fake profile due to ID check
  • Sign up process with a 30-minute personality test
What we did not like
  • Only available in Germany
  • No access to pictures with the free version

Costs

Here are the three premium plans.

Premium Plan Option Per Month Cost Total Cost
6 Months € 74.90 € 449.40
12 Months € 65.90 € 790.80
24 Months € 45.90 € 1,101.60
### eDarling

Scientific design of this website is very attractive. They check profiles manually and match them with other profiles so you can find serious people.

Facts about eDarling

  • 2.6 million members.
  • 48% males and 52% females.
  • Compulsory personality test of 40 minutes to sign up.
What we like
  • Gives matching suggestions
  • No age restriction to sign up
  • Free and paid app
What we did not like
  • Limited usage with its free version

Pricing

Here are the premium models.

Premium Plan Option Duration Per Month Cost Total Cost
Lite 6 Month € 49.90 € 299.40
Classic 12 Months € 29.90 € 358.80
Comfort 24 Months € 27.90 € 669.60

C-Date

C-Date, a German dating site, was founded in 2008 with a focus on casual dating (spontaneous dating), affairs, and open relationships. Their users who are involved in long term relationships are very satisfied as they found their partner as per their preferences.

Facts about C-Date

  • 3.7 million Germans and 35 million members worldwide.
  • 25000 new members daily.
  • Free premium version of app for females looking for males and paid for females looking for other females, and couples.
  • Responsive chat session rather than personality test.
  • 48% men and 52% women users
What we like
  • Website and app in English
  • No fake profiles due to complete monitoring
  • Easy and simple sign up process
  • Highest data security
What we did not like
  • Expensive
  • Less features in its free version

Costs

Two paid options are available.

  • Premium plan
  • Premium Plus plan

For Men

Premium Plan Option Per Month Cost Total Cost
3 Months € 39.90 € 179.70
6 Months € 49.90 € 299.40
12 Months € 32.90 € 394.80

For Women

Premium Plan Option Per Month Cost Total Cost
3 Months € 14.90 € 44.70
6 Months € 9.90 € 59.40
12 Months € 6.90 € 82.80
### LoveScout24
This website was developed in 1997 with the name people united and is for those looking for sincere relationships. They have 6 million members. Sign up process is simple and you need to mention the gender you are looking for. Other information required during sign up is your date of birth, username, password, and valid email address. In the next step, answer 20 questions to get matching suggestions.

Facts about Love Scout 24

  • Website available in Germany, Italy, Spain, Holland, Austria, France, and Switzerland.
  • 1 million active members in Germany.
  • Website in native language of each available country.
  • No access to google translator.
  • Checking the user’s IP address before signing up.
What we like
  • Option of a single event if users are interested
  • High quality website with criteria for making a profile
  • Different portal for separate and casual dating plans
  • One month membership
What we did not like
  • No matching suggestions

Pricing

Here are the plans for 18 to 29 years old users.

Premium Plan Option Per Month Cost Total Cost
1 Month € 39.90 € 39.40
3 Months € 29.90 € 89.70
6 Months € 19.90 € 119.40

ElitePartner

This website is for serious and long-term relationships in Germany. You can check every profile given in your suggestions before connecting and filter those profiles that best suit your requirements.

Facts about Elite Partner

  • Personality test of around  20 minutes.
  • 3.8 million users.
  • 47% male and 53% female members.
What we like
  • 70% members with an educational background
  • Sign up through a compulsory personality test
  • Flirt seminars, single coaching, photoshoots
What we did not like
  • Manual checking of every profile
  • Only available in Germany

Costs

The app offers three premium plans.

  • 6 months 
  • 12 months 
  • 24 months 
Premium Plan Option Cost (Per Month) Cost (Total)
6 Months € 69.90 € 419.40
12 Months € 49.90 € 598.80
24 Months € 35.90 € 861.60
### Next Love
This dating site is specifically for single and divorced parents with 5 million users. It is available in English and there are no charges to sign up. Verify with an SMS or another method to sign up.
What we like
  • Website and app in English
  • No fake profiles
  • Easy and quick process
What we did not like
  • Expensive
  • Less features in its free version

Costs

The website offers two plans.

  • Premium plan
  • Premium Plus plan
Premium Plus Plan Option Savings Per Month Cost Total Cost
1 Month - € 19.99 € 19.99
3 Months 33% € 13.33 € 39.99
6 Months 50% € 10.00 € 59.99
12 Months 67% € 6.58 € 79.00

Instructions to Use Dating Apps

If you are planning to use a dating website, you must follow these instructions; - Create a high-quality profile and mention required details carefully as it is just like your resume or cover letter.
- Upload a good profile picture to attract people and to give the best first impression.
- There are multiple apps so select an affordable and reliable app. 
- Keep patience.
- Communicate when you find a perfect match.
- People might make fake profiles so choose those platforms that focus on quality through personality tests and profile checks.
- Stay humble and polite to every user no matter if you want to continue the relationship.
- Use the video chat feature if you want to meet someone.
- Finding a partner may take time if you are using the free version so you can enhance chances to find a serious dating match.

Final Words

Before you finalise a dating app, check if it is secure and have strict security and profile checks. Find an app that checks and verifies the user’s identity and fulfils your dating needs and requirements. Registration is free on all apps, so try as many apps as you want to. Every website and app have different features, so check which best fits your dating plans. Have a great dating experience!


Jibran Shahid

Jibran Shahid

Hi, I am Jibran, your Fellow Expat living in Germany since 2014, With my 10 years of experience, my aim is to bring you the well researched guides about life in Germany

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