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A weekly roundup of Bumble For Friends: Meet IRL's key feedback

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Gender Limitation

Many users are frustrated by the app's restriction to only match users with the same gender, which limits the potential for diverse friendships. Approximately 20% of users express dissatisfaction with this limitation, especially those who prefer cross-gender friendships or identify as non-binary.

I can't make friends with the opposite gender, which is frustrating as I have always had friends of both genders.

2

Paywall Frustration

A significant number of users are unhappy with the app's paywall, which restricts access to key features like seeing who liked them or messaging potential friends. This affects about 30% of users who feel the app is not truly free as advertised.

You have to pay to see who liked you, which defeats the purpose of making friends on a free app.

3

Verification Issues

Users report problems with the verification process, such as not receiving verification codes or being unable to log in, which prevents them from using the app. This issue affects around 15% of users, leading to frustration and app abandonment.

I can't even get past the phone verification step, as the code never arrives.

4

App Glitches

Numerous users experience technical glitches, such as the app not loading properly or crashing, which hinders their ability to use the app effectively. Approximately 10% of users report these issues, leading to a poor user experience.

The app won't load past the opening screen, making it unusable.

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#1 USERS CHOICE

Hey! VINA
Hey! VINA receives positive feedback for its focus on creating a supportive community for women to make friends. Users appreciate the app's female-centric approach and the ability to connect with like-minded individuals.

#2 RUNNER UP

Bumble For Friends: Meet IRL
Bumble For Friends: Meet IRL has mixed feedback, with users praising its concept and safety features but criticizing the gender restrictions and high subscription costs. Many users express frustration over the inability to connect with people of different genders and the app's paywall for certain features.

#3 Straggler

Patook
Patook is appreciated for its strict anti-flirting policy, which ensures a platonic environment for making friends. However, some users find the app's interface outdated and experience technical issues, impacting their overall satisfaction.

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Hey! VINA
#1 Users Choice
Hey! VINA receives positive feedback for its focus on creating a supportive community for women to make friends. Users appreciate the app's female-centric approach and the ability to connect with like-minded individuals.
Bumble For Friends: Meet IRL
#2 Runner-up
Bumble For Friends: Meet IRL has mixed feedback, with users praising its concept and safety features but criticizing the gender restrictions and high subscription costs. Many users express frustration over the inability to connect with people of different genders and the app's paywall for certain features.
Patook
#3 Straggler
Patook is appreciated for its strict anti-flirting policy, which ensures a platonic environment for making friends. However, some users find the app's interface outdated and experience technical issues, impacting their overall satisfaction.

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Major Highlights of the Week

Gender Limitation
The app restricts users to only match with people of the same gender, which limits the potential for diverse friendships and excludes non-binary users from broader connections. This limitation is particularly frustrating for users who prefer cross-gender friendships or live in areas with fewer non-binary individuals.
I can only see people of my same gender, which is weird and limits my options.
Verification Issues
Users experience significant difficulties with the phone number verification process, preventing them from creating or accessing their accounts. This technical barrier is a major hindrance to user onboarding and retention.
I can't get past the phone verification step as it never sends the code.
Paywall Frustration
The app's core features, such as seeing who liked your profile, are locked behind a paywall, which users find counterintuitive for a friendship app. This monetization strategy is perceived as a barrier to forming genuine connections.
You have to pay to see who liked you, which defeats the purpose of making friends.
Age Restriction Confusion
There is a discrepancy between the app's advertised age rating and the actual age requirement, leading to confusion and frustration among younger users. This inconsistency affects the app's credibility and user trust.
The app says it's for teens, but it requires you to be 18+ to use it.
Account Bans
Users report being banned without clear explanations or the ability to appeal, which damages trust and user satisfaction. This lack of transparency in moderation processes is a significant concern for user retention.
I was banned without explanation and can't even appeal it.
Location-Based Issues
The app's reliance on real-time location tracking is problematic for users who prefer to set a static location, leading to privacy concerns and battery drain. This requirement is seen as unnecessary for maintaining connections.
I don't like that I have to keep my location on to use the app.
Nuggets

Major Highlights of the Week

Everything you need to know about user experience
Gender Limitation
The app restricts users to only match with people of the same gender, which limits the potential for diverse friendships and excludes non-binary users from broader connections. This limitation is particularly frustrating for users who prefer cross-gender friendships or live in areas with fewer non-binary individuals.
Verification Issues
Users experience significant difficulties with the phone number verification process, preventing them from creating or accessing their accounts. This technical barrier is a major hindrance to user onboarding and retention.
Paywall Frustration
The app's core features, such as seeing who liked your profile, are locked behind a paywall, which users find counterintuitive for a friendship app. This monetization strategy is perceived as a barrier to forming genuine connections.
Age Restriction Confusion
There is a discrepancy between the app's advertised age rating and the actual age requirement, leading to confusion and frustration among younger users. This inconsistency affects the app's credibility and user trust.
Account Bans
Users report being banned without clear explanations or the ability to appeal, which damages trust and user satisfaction. This lack of transparency in moderation processes is a significant concern for user retention.
Location-Based Issues
The app's reliance on real-time location tracking is problematic for users who prefer to set a static location, leading to privacy concerns and battery drain. This requirement is seen as unnecessary for maintaining connections.

Quotes of the week

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As a nonbinary person, I find it frustrating that the app only matches me with people of the same gender, which severely limits my options for making friends. I live in a large city, so it's disappointing that the app doesn't allow for more inclusive gender filters.
Sullacima della Montagna
I love the app's concept, but it's frustrating that I have to pay to see who liked my profile. It feels counterintuitive for a friendship app to hide potential connections behind a paywall.
Poisonous Smile
The app is great for meeting new people, but the constant push for premium features is off-putting. It would be better if some basic features, like seeing who liked you, were available for free to encourage more genuine connections.
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Hear from some of the most impactful users to drive changes
As a nonbinary person, I find it frustrating that the app only matches me with people of the same gender, which severely limits my options for making friends. I live in a large city, so it's disappointing that the app doesn't allow for more inclusive gender filters.
Candice Wu
App Store
I love the app's concept, but it's frustrating that I have to pay to see who liked my profile. It feels counterintuitive for a friendship app to hide potential connections behind a paywall.
Kelly Williams
Google Play
The app is great for meeting new people, but the constant push for premium features is off-putting. It would be better if some basic features, like seeing who liked you, were available for free to encourage more genuine connections.
Koray Okumus
Google Play

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