Badoo
One of the world's biggest dating platforms with location-based discovery.
Meetic
Europe's leading dating site, popular across France, Germany, Italy, and Spain.
| Badoo | Meetic | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 3.0 / 5 | ✓4.0 / 5 |
| Pricing | Free / Premium | Subscription only |
| Category | Mainstream | Mainstream |
| Best For | 18–35 year olds | 25–50 year olds, relationship-focused |
| Available In | Global | FR, IT, ES, DE, BE, NL |
| User Reviews | 1 review | 1 review |
Our Verdict
Based on user ratings, Meetic comes out ahead in this comparison with a score of 4.0/5. That said, the best site for you depends on what you are looking for — check out the full reviews for both platforms before making your decision.
About Badoo
Badoo is one of the world's largest social dating platforms, with over 500 million registered users across more than 190 countries. It combines dating with social networking, letting users find people nearby, browse profiles, and chat. Features include photo verification, live video streaming, and a 'People Nearby' mode for location-based discovery. Badoo Premium unlocks who liked you, Spotlight (profile boost), and Invisible Mode for private browsing. It's especially popular in Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East.
About Meetic
Meetic is the most widely used dating platform in continental Europe, with a particularly strong presence in France, Italy, Spain, Belgium, and the Netherlands. It targets singles who are looking for a serious, lasting relationship and offers detailed profile creation, personality tests, and a rich search with filters for education, lifestyle, and values. Meetic regularly organises in-person speed-dating and singles events in major European cities. A Meetic subscription is required to send messages, but the free tier lets you browse and like profiles.