Find the online dating site that's right for you.

We've tested 3,209 dating sites and apps over 17 years, so you don't waste your evenings on the wrong ones.

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  1. All-rounder Dating Sites We’ve made it easy for you to choose which online dating sites to sign up on. Full reviews of the best online start here →
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Our test winners September 2026

  1. Adultfriendfinder logo
    Adultfriendfinder ★★★★★

    ≈ 283,600 estimated active members in Australia

  2. Ashley Madison logo
    Ashley Madison ★★★★★

    ≈ 283,600 estimated active members in Australia

  3. Secret Benefits logo
    Secret Benefits ★★★★★

    ≈ 136,000 estimated active members in Australia

Why can you trust us?

17years of testing and publishing independent online dating reviews
3,209dating services carefully reviewed, updated every month
♥authors of "Online Dating for Dummies", cited by press and TV
Chris, your scout
"For over 17 years we have been helping singles find the right dating site. Every review starts with a real profile and real conversations."
Chris Pleines · Founder of DatingScout and Author of the book "Online Dating for Dummies"