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Read our full review of Tinder Platinum.
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While some women have found relationships on Tinder, that’s not why you’re here. Even as Tinder tries to move past its reputation as the top hookup app, it’s still our go-to choice for casual dating. It’s also one of the best free dating apps, with a massive user base and robust features for free users.
Tinder is something to have in your back pocket if you’re looking for, well, pretty much anything more casual than a serious relationship. That doesn’t necessarily have to be a one-night stand, though Tinder is an infamously successful no-strings-attached matchmaker. It can also be a quick and convenient platform if you’re new to a city or looking for an impromptu date whilst on vacation.
Regardless of your goals, anyone on Tinder will have to be down to do some digging. Unlike most other online dating platforms, Tinder’s filtering options max out at age, gender, and proximity to you (based on miles). You’ll have to have the patience to play the swiping and waiting game — and wade through a ton of fish pictures.
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There’s just something to be said for the instant gratification that this OG swiping app provides. Based on numbers alone — over 75 billion total matches made in the app’s history and 4.2 million GIFs sent between matches per week — Tinder’s ability to put you in touch with a massive pool of people is hard to top.
But in 2025, Tinder is evolving far beyond the simple swipe and giving users more control to find what they’re actually looking for. On the Explore page, you can now filter for specific relationship goals, from “Short-Term Fun” to a “Long-Term Partner” or even “Non-Monogamy.” The company has also been testing a paid height preference, so you might be able to get your 6-6-6 after all.
Tinder is also changing how people connect. Instead of one endless feed, you can now switch into specific modes like “Double Date Mode” (for a low-pressure group hang) or “College Mode.” According to Tinder, this is all part of an effort to give Gen Z “easier, low-pressure ways to connect” and, more importantly, to help you find “better matches, not just more of them.” It’s a smart move that shows even the king of casual is starting to understand that women want a more curated, less overwhelming experience.
