eHarmony vs OurTime

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Pros

• Convenience and accessibility
• Large base of relationship-focused members
• Offers video date functionality for safe virtual meetings
• Inclusive of various demographics
• Robust profiles and guided communication tools
• Transparent pricing

Pros

• Video Dating Available
• Desktop and Mobile App
• Supports same-sex relationships

Cons

• Free membership is extremely limited
• Requires a long-term subscription
• Premium pricing is high
• Matches are restricted to what the algorithm suggests
• Some users report fake or inactive profiles and scam attempts despite verification measures
• Past complaints about cancellation hassles and lack of refunds for unsatisfied users

Cons

• Mobile app not available in the free plan
• Not all users are seeking a serious relationship

Quick Stats

• User Base Size : 10 million active members (750,000+ paying)
• Global Reach : US, Canada, UK, Australia
• Match Guarantee : None (no guarantee of success or refunds)
• Free Tier : Includes profile creation, compatibility quiz, browsing matches (with blurred photos), sending likes/smiles
• Pricing : Starts at ~$25/month (with 24-month plan) or ~$49/month for 6-month plan
• Target Age Range : 18+ (majority of users in their 30s to 50s)
• BBB Rating : A
• Customer Experience : Fair

Quick Stats

• User Base Size : desktop-mobile
• Global Reach : Yes, but only on desktop devices
• Match Guarantee : False
• Free Tier : Yes
• Pricing : £19.99/Month
• Target Age Range : False
• BBB Rating : False

Selling Points

• Proven compatibility algorithm
• Innovative communication prompts
• Enhanced privacy controls
• Integrated verification systems
• Comprehensive user insights

Selling Points

• Video dating available
• Older adult demographic distribution
• Desktop and mobile App

Core Discovery & Matching Features

• Advanced search filters (e.g., religion, education, lifestyle)
• AI-driven suggestions
• Location-based matching
• Personality quiz or compatibility test
• Swipe-based discovery
• Travel/relocation mode
• Video or audio profiles

Core Discovery & Matching Features

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Communication & Engagement Tools

• Icebreaker prompts or questions
• In-app video calls
• In-app voice calls
• Read receipts
• See who liked your profile
• Smart notifications (e.g., new message alerts, conversation nudges)
• Unlimited messaging (free or paid)
• Virtual gifts

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  See who liked your profile
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  Unlimited messaging (free or paid)
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  Virtual gifts

Monetization & Billing

• Auto-renewal toggle available
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  Free tier is ad-supported
• Pay-per-use credits or coins
• Premium-only read receipts
• Profile boosts / Super Likes
• Promotional discounts available
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  Refunds for technical issues
• Subscription-based tiers

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Account & Sign-In Options

• Account deletion or pause feature
• Apple/Google single sign-on
• Multi-language support
• Social media profile linking (e.g., Instagram, Spotify)

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Device Compatibility

• Android mobile app
• Desktop browser / web version
• iOS mobile app

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Verification & Safety Features

• Block/report user functions
• Government ID verification
• Incognito/private browsing mode
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  LGBTQ+ inclusive safety features
• Military verification badge
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  Photo verification
• Senior-specific interface (50+)
• Third-party background checks

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  Photo verification
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  Senior-specific interface (50+)
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  Third-party background checks

Payment & Billing

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• Bank Transfers
• Cryptocurrency
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• Major Credit Cards
• PayPal
• Renewal Reminders

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