"To be honest, I was getting really tired of using dating apps. I no longer want to participate in today's hook-up culture. I was ready to find a relationship. I wanted to have a date where it wasn't expected that the date would end up in bed. I wanted something real. And so I was recommended to download Hinge. I downloaded it, completed my profile, and started sending genuine likes to other members. I didn't get many matches, but the matches I got, I've had decent and interesting conversations with. I've met up with three different girls until I met the one that made an impression. We've gone on three dates already, and I know that this could lead to something more than just a date." - Marco, NY, 26
Hinge Review Australia October 2026
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4.5excellent
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Hinge is a dating app for singles looking for serious and long term relationships
- Roulette style matchmaking
- Mobile app only, no desktop version
Flirts
Relationships
Finding love
Hinge Australia in 10 seconds
- Dating app for singles looking for serious and long-term relationships
- Matchmaking is done roulette-style. See how Hinge matchmaking works
- Expanding facial verification (Face Check) to reduce fake profiles and scams
- Member profiles are substantially filled out. Read what's in a Hinge member profile
- No desktop version, only available as a mobile app
- Hinge offers 1-month free membership upgrade to active users of the app. Learn more here
- Careful: Hinge doesn't use scientific matching methods - these are only offered by Matchmaker services
Is Hinge right for you?
Find out if Hinge is the right service for you or if there are better options.
Better than Hinge
Who is Hinge for, and not for?
Hinge is for…
- Singles who are looking for serious relationships and deep connections
- Those who want to meet like-minded singles online
- Singles whose intention is to find the right partner through online dating
…and not for
- Couples looking to find singles or other couples to spice up their sexual activities
- Singles who are looking to casually hook up
- Singles who mindlessly swipe right just for fun and do not take online dating seriously
Hinge pros & cons
- Dating app has a modern design and straightforward usability – features are easy to navigate
- Most members thoroughly complete their profile information
- Matchmaking features and sending messages are free of charge
- Registration requires mobile number verification to limit fake and scammer profiles
- Users say that they aren't getting enough likes due to member inactivity
- Some fake women profiles that use model stock photos
- Customer support is unresponsive to member complaints about premium subscription billing issues
- Users you previously skipped can show up in your feed again
What Hinge really costs in Australia
Compared with other dating services, Hinge is average-priced.
Preferred Membership
The 6 month subscription costs 45.09 AUD, or 7.52 AUD per Month. It gives unlimited likes, all likes in one place and advanced preferences, then renews automatically.Total
1 month
15.49 AUD / month
15.49 AUD
3 months
10.35 AUD / month
31.05 AUD
6 months
7.52 AUD / month
45.09 AUD
Our pick: 6 months for 45.09 AUD, that is 7.52 AUD per month, 51% less per month than 1 month.
Hinge costs last updated on Oct 20, 2026
Payment options in Australia
Credit CardVia Mobile PhoneApp Store
No anonymous payment.With Hinge you cannot pay anonymously, the charge appears on your bank statement.
On your bank statement
Apple, Google or Hinge via Stripe/Match Group
Hinge costs screenshot
Hinge offers an affordable premium subscription to its members, which they call “Preferred Member.” The prices are relatively low compared to other dating apps as Hinge doesn't offer that many additional benefits.
Membership is offered in three package durations of 1, 3, and 6 months. The longer your subscription is, the cheaper the deal you get.
Hinge's premium membership is automatically renewed for the same price and package, but you could turn this function off in your Account Settings if you wish to. By doing so, you are also cancelling your membership as it will no longer renew your subscription. You can, of course, enjoy the benefits of being a Preferred Member until the last day of your billing cycle
A premium subscription on Hinge has its perks such as sending unlimited likes and viewing all the users who sent you likes in a grid-view. Yet, you can make do without it. Even if you're a free member, you can still see all the other members who sent you likes. The only difference is that you would have to swipe on the profiles one-by-one.
For active users, Hinge offers a whole month of free membership upgrade. This is so you can fully experience how the app works.
Free vs. paid services in Australia
FeatureFreePreferred Membership
Registration
includedincluded
Profile creation
includedincluded
View members’ complete profiles
includedincluded
Send messages to mutual matches
includedincluded
See who sent you likesFree members can see likes, but the faces are blurred.
includedincluded
Video PromptsConversation starters for video dates.
includedincluded
Poll PromptsChoose a prompt and type three answers for people to pick.
includedincluded
Send 10 likes per day
includedincluded
Add comments
includedincluded
Send unlimited likes
not includedincluded
See everyone who likes you in one placePaid members can view the members who sent them likes in the heart tab.
not includedincluded
Set advanced preferencesYou can mark preferences as a dealbreaker and Hinge will not show matches outside that range.
not includedincluded
You can register, create a profile, view full profiles, send 10 likes per day, add comments, and message mutual matches for free. You can also see who sent you likes, but their faces are blurred unless you pay.
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Try winner free →Who is signed up on Hinge in Australia?
Exclusively on DatingScout: online member numbers for dating services are usually far off, so we estimate how many people are really on Hinge from traffic data and interest, updated monthly, with history.
The member base of Hinge is composed of singles looking for serious relationships. Members of Hinge are mostly young professionals within the age range of 24 to 32. This particular age range most probably witnessed and experienced the booming of Tinder and the rise of the hookup culture. Hence, they are now trying to find more meaningful connections with other singles through other dating apps.
Members are active and are always open to meeting new matches.
If there are fake accounts on the app, they were probably made out of boredom and curiosity about what the app is all about. They just don’t want to put their face on a dating app, so they use fake photos.
680,000-6%
Estimated active members in Australia
30,000
Weekly active members in Australia
100,000
Members in Australia
4.3
App Store rating in Australia
3.5
Google Play rating worldwide
720k
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MayJunJulAugSepOct
Estimated active members, last 6 months
Gender
27%
18-24
34%
25-34
21%
35-44
12%
45-54
6%
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Age of members
Where Hinge is most popular in Australia
Strongest regions
- Victoria100%
- Queensland89%
- New South Wales84%
Last data update: October 2026
How does Hinge work?
Roulette-type matchmaking
Send likes and add comments to other user's profile answers
Chatting is only for mutual matches
Use video and poll prompts
Share your dating intentions
Signing up at Hinge
★★★★★ 3.0/5
Sign up with
Phone number
Where
iOS and Android app
Minimum age
18
Browse without an account
No
Required information
- Name
- Date of birth
- Location
- Your gender
- Partner's gender
- Your occupation
- Your physical appearance
Optional information
- Type of relationship wanted
- Your ethnicity
- Your religion
- Personal questionnaire
- Profile picture upload
Verification
- Phone number verification required
Making contact on Hinge
★★★★★ 3.0/5
- Roulette-type display of matches
- You need to choose a specific part of a profile when sending likes
- Giving likes and sending comments are free
- You can visit the profiles of everyone liked you
- Search potential matches
- Everybody can send messages for free
- Hinge has a chat function
- You can only send a message to mutual matches
Profile quality
★★★★★ 3.0/5
- Answers to written prompts are largely displayed
- There is a quick 'about me' section
- Photos are scattered throughout the profile
- Photo captions are hidden but can be viewed by a tap of a button
- State your dating intentions
- Profiles are very detailed
- Profile pictures are visible to everybody for free
- You can edit your profile information later
The Hinge app
★★★★★ 3.0/5
- The app is free to download
- The app is available on Android and Apple devices
- You can only use the service on the app
- The app has a modern design
- You can only create an account using the app
Hinge's app is simple to use and has a sleek and trendy appearance. It has a website, but the service is only available through its mobile app.
The app is available for free download on both Apple and Android devices. It has a modern and trendy appearance that complements the app's membership system.
Our field test
★★★★★ 3.0/5
Design & usability
Hinge underwent a major app redesign after it has been acquired by the Match Group. Its design aesthetic became cleaner, leaning toward making it more appealing to the younger generation of users. The use of vibrant colours and a clean interface aims to remind users that the end goal is to meet up with their matches.
The design highly promotes the basic contacting features to encourage users to use them. Instead of using photos of real-life people for Hinge’s advertisements and in-app tutorials, they now use lively illustrations.
Using Hinge is easy and straightforward. All features are accessible through the app’s main interface. There are four tabs at the bottom, with numbers indicated in a bubble that notifies you of new interactions.
Special features
Hinge advocates for safe dating, which is why they want to make sure that you are safe and comfortable when you use the app to go on a date with someone. Through Hinge's special features, you can report a member who was disrespectful and uncourteous.
Finding people 2
Roulette-type matchmakingFree
Hinge uses a roulette-style interface to display the profiles of your match recommendations. Hinge automatically displays your next profile recommendation if you click the "x" button instead of offering a like. If the other person you liked also liked you, Hinge will tell you that you like each other.
Advanced preferencesFree
The filters available to you for screening your matches are determined by the sort of member you are and how much of your profile is filled. You can mark any of your preferences as a dealbreaker, meaning Hinge will not show you matches outside of that range, regardless of how compatible they are.
Showing interest 2
Who Liked MeFree
You can view the members who sent you likes in the heart tab below. If you are a free member, the faces of the members who sent you likes are blurred. You have to browse each profile starting with the most recent one to view all members who liked you.
If you are a premium member, you can view your likes in a grid. You will be able to see their main profile pictures, so you can interact with the members who attract you the most.
CommentsFree
Hinge allows you to leave a comment or "like" a photo, video, or profile area. You can also send a rose to express your interest (more on roses later in this Hinge review). If the other person responds to your comment or likes you, you have formed a connection and can begin a dialogue.
Messaging and contact 6
Video PromptsFree
Hinge gives you a number of conversation starters that encourages users to open up about their personalities and interests during a video date - more like an ice breaker to help smoothen the virtual date.
Prompt PollsFree
Users can select from 21 poll prompts such as, “If we won the lottery, let’s spend it on,” “A dream home must include,” and “Two truths and a lie,” among other prompts that aim to spark a connection. After selecting a prompt, the user can type three answers for people to pick.
Video DateFree
You can utilize Hinge's video date function anytime after you've matched with someone. When your match's status switches to "Ready," you'll both receive a notification and can arrange the call.
Your Turn LimitsFree
Designed to reduce user burnout, Hinge's new feature encourages timely responses and engagement by prompting users to reply or end conversations before interacting with new matches. This approach aims to enhance connection quality and foster more meaningful relationships, with early tests showing a 20% boost in responsiveness.
Match NoteFree
This feature allows users to share key personal details with their matches before initiating a conversation, aiming to foster more meaningful connections, especially for underrepresented groups like LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent individuals.
Convo StartersFree
Convo Starters is an optional AI-powered feature on Hinge that suggests personalized opening messages based on a match’s profile, helping users start more meaningful conversations when sending a like.
Profile and visibility 4
Dating IntentionsFree
Hinge has added a tool that allows individuals to express their intentions about what they're searching for in a possible companion right away.
With 34% of Hinge members having been in a 'situationship,' Hinge is making it easier than ever to screen out individuals who want different things by placing dating goals front and centre.
Relationship Type ToolFree
This tool will enable users to share what type of relationship they’re after, whether it’s monogamous, non-monogamous, or unsure and still trying to figure out.
Prompt FeedbackFree
This feature is designed to help you improve your profile responses by offering personalized feedback. It operates on three feedback tiers: "Great Answer," "Try a Small Change," and "Go a Little Deeper," aimed at coaching you to refine your answers. The feature doesn’t generate content for you but guides enhancing your existing responses to profile prompts.
Profile Refresh TipsFree
This guide emphasizes avoiding generic or trend-based answers and instead encourages genuine self-expression using features like Voice Prompts and Top Photo selections. It's part of Hinge’s broader strategy to stand out from other dating apps by promoting more meaningful connections over superficial swiping.
Community and events 3
We MetFree
We Met is a new feature of Hinge wherein you privately provide feedback to the Hinge team about your date with a particular match. You can find this feature under the three dots located on any of your matches’ conversation window.
When you choose the We Met option, Hinge will ask if you and that particular match met in real life and how the date went. This helps Hinge recommend better matches and to also encourage you to get off the app.
It’s Funny We Met on HingeFree
This global advertising initiative was launched in partnership with the New York-based collective Birthday and features seven real-life couples who share the unique journeys they took towards finding love, highlighting how their paths had crossed multiple times in real life—through childhood friendships, shared acquaintances, and workplace encounters—before they finally connected on Hinge.
No Ordinary Love – Literary SeriesFree
The No Ordinary Love Literary Series is a campaign that shares real love stories from both sides of a couple. A modern author writes each story and shows what early dating really feels like, including moments of excitement, confusion, and emotion. The stories are posted weekly on Substack and will also be made into a special book given out at book clubs in New York and London. The goal is to help people think more deeply about love and dating.
Safety and privacy 1
Face Check (Expanded Verification)Free
Hinge is expanding its facial verification system, often referred to as Face Check. This feature asks users to submit a short selfie or video to confirm that their profile photos match their real identity. The goal is to reduce fake profiles, bots, and scams, and improve overall trust on the platform.
Final results
4.5excellent
“Overall, Hinge is a good place for singles who are looking into finding something more from a normal dating app. It is built to match like-minded people who are seeking serious dates and relationships.”
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tested October 2026
Signup3.0
Making contact3.0
Profile quality3.0
App3.0
Field test3.0
Overall4.5/ 5
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What readers liked
- Great mix of images, information, and personality
- Smart, attractive matches with good jobs and personalities
What readers complained about
- Confusion over relationship versus hookup app positioning
- Professional men requesting sex before meeting
35 years
Zoe
★★★★★
The profiles are fun to browse and build with a great mix of images, info and a sense of personality from the icebreaker questions. I met smart, attractive people with great jobs and personalities - a lot to like!
While I don’t have relationship goals as such (i.e I’m not set on a relationship, marriage etc. just want to meet someone and explore whatever the potential is, whether that is a relationship, a hook-up, FWB, a friendship or instant dislike - for me, I want to see what evolves naturally and am open to that), I’m confused as to what Hinge is. I’m not really buying the ‘designed to be deleted’ as it seems like a hook-up app. I have been dating professional men (I’m also a professional) and they all seem to want to hook up on the first date, outright ask for sex before meeting, act like they want more and then try to have sex the first date. I actually feel like it is common knowledge to everyone but me that this is a hook-up app. So, while I am not sure what I want, I did want the potential for more and am not sure if it is here. I’m convinced this is a dressed up/ classy version of a hook-up app that we’re all pretending is something different. I recommend and don’t depending upon what you like. This is definitely NOT for serious relationships, or maybe, I just suck and look like someone men want to just sleep with. It’s very confusing because they’re putting in a lot of effort for sex! LOL.
Does not recommend Hinge
Cancelling your Hinge subscription
How you can cancel
- Via your profile settings on Hinge
Contact details
| Company | Hinge Inc. |
|---|---|
| Address | 508 LaGuardia Place, NYC, New York, 10012 |
| hello@hinge.co | |
| Phone | +1800-952-5210 |
Do subscriptions auto-renew?
Subscriptions renew automatically, cancel at least 10 days before your current term ends.
Money-back guarantee
- Hinge does not offer a money-back guarantee
Hinge FAQ
Who owns Hinge?
Hinge is owned and operated by Match Group—the same owner of Match.com, Tinder, and Twoo.
When was Hinge founded?
Hinge was initially launched in 2012. In 2016, it underwent a full re-branding, and earlier in 2019, Match Group had the mobile app re-designed.
Who can join Hinge?
Those 18 and above can join Hinge for free.
MEMBERSHIP
How do I join Hinge?
You can join Hinge by either signing up with your mobile number of through your Facebook account.
Does Hinge offer premium membership?
Hinge offers premium membership in package durations of 1, 3, and 6 months.
Is Hinge’s premium membership auto-renewed?
Yes, Hinge’s premium membership is auto-renewed for the same price and package duration unless canceled.
Can I cancel my premium membership anytime? How do I do that?
Yes, you can cancel your Hinge premium membership through your Account Settings anytime you wish. You could freely enjoy the perks of being a Preferred Member until the last day of your billing cycle.
Is it possible to get a refund for unused premium membership time?
Unfortunately, Hinge does not offer refunds under any circumstance.
USABILITY
How does Hinge work?
Hinge works by matching users based on their answers to the questions upon sign-up. Users need to like a specific section of another member’s profile in order to send the like.
How do I match with another member on Hinge?
You match with another member of Hinge when both of you send a like to each other.
Am I required to leave a comment with my like?
You are not required to leave a comment if you want to send a like on Hinge.
I want to see who sent me likes, how do I that?
If you’re a Hinge Preferred Member, you can view who sent you likes on one page on the ‘Who Liked Me” tab. If you’re a standard member, you have to view each profile who sent you a like.
Why can’t I delete some of my photos on my Hinge profile?
You are not allowed to delete any photos on your Hinge profile unless you replace them with a new one.
SECURITY
Is using Hinge safe?
Yes, Hinge is a safe place for dating. However, be wary of fake profiles and scammers lurking on this platform. Should you encounter suspicious profiles, report them to the site's customer support team.
What security features does Hinge have?
Hinge has published terms and conditions, as well as privacy policies.
How do I block and report an abusive Hinge member?
You can select the three dots at the top right corner of his or her profile and tap the ‘Report’ button. You need to choose a reason why you are reporting this particular member. Reporting a particular member automatically blocks his or her profile from contacting you again.
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Security
- Does Hinge sell your data?
- No, Hinge does not sell your data.
- Was Hinge hacked in the past?
- No, Hinge was never hacked.
- How accurately does Hinge track your location?
- Hinge tracks your exact location.
- Do your Hinge profile pictures or profile information appear in Google Search Results?
- No, your Hinge photos and personal information will not appear in Google Search Results.
- Who can view your pictures on Hinge?
- All Hinge users can view your pictures.
- Is your phone number required for signing up at Hinge?
- Yes, a phone number is required for signing up at Hinge.
- Can you erase your personal data on Hinge?
- Yes, Hinge provides an option for users to erase their data.
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