Lara Parker

What's this app's deal? Bumble is a dating app created by one of the co-founders of Tinder who happens to be a woman. In straight matches (like mine), women are required to make the first move. The idea is that women will receive less creepy messages and be more in control of the conversation. There is also opportunity to answer questions about yourself, so I liked it for the most part because it was a pretty good indicator of whether or not someone and I would get along.

Did I like using it? Where do I begin? Overall, did I like using Bumble? Yes. The interface is cool, it makes swiping super easy, and you can apply filters such as height, religion, political preferences, and location (in miles) which makes things easier when actually trying to find someone who fits what you're looking for. Once matched, you only get 24 hours to make a move. As someone who tends to ignore notifications from things outside of Instagram, I definitely forgot to do this over 10 times. But I think the time limit is good, because in Dating App World 24 hours is more like 72. You can also send links and messages in app, which is both good and bad. Good because it feels just like texting, but without having to give someone your number. Bad because someone *could* and *probably will* send you a picture of their dick.

Did I encounter less creepy men? LOL, no. Is that possible anywhere? Doubt it. I did like that I got to choose the conversation starter, but it also made me feel (at times) that I was already given an unfair advantage because the men *know* I have to be the one to start it and they already feel powerful or whatever, IDK.

Did I have success? I matched and had a really, really great conversation with someone who lives in New York City, so.

Cost? Free, unless you want upgrades, then prices vary.