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Head-to-head · LGBTQ+ Dating Apps

Grindr vs Taimi

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score Grindr #1 in LGBTQ+ Dating Apps 9.3/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 4 features Visit Grindr
Taimi #4 in LGBTQ+ Dating Apps 8.8/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 4 features Visit Taimi

Grindr leads on 1 check, Taimi on 1, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreGrindr · 9.3/10
  • Free planboth

Grindr scores higher on our rubric for lgbtq+ dating apps: 9.3 against 8.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #4.

Taimi offers orientation options; Grindr doesn't publish it. Grindr offers in-app video calls; Taimi doesn't publish it. On platforms, Grindr gives you Multiple where Taimi offers Ios.

Grindr is the better fit for broad LGBTQ+ dating with nearby discovery. Taimi is the better fit for LGBTQ+ matching with AI-assisted discovery.

  • Grindr fits best

    Broad LGBTQ+ dating with nearby discovery

  • Taimi fits best

    LGBTQ+ matching with AI-assisted discovery

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Side by side

Feature Grindr 9.3/10 Visit ↗ Taimi 8.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.3 8.8
Ranking #1 in LGBTQ+ Dating Apps #4 in LGBTQ+ Dating Apps
Best for Broad LGBTQ+ dating with nearby discovery LGBTQ+ matching with AI-assisted discovery
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile, Browser extension Mobile
Platforms iOS, Android, Web iOS
Support Email, Docs Email
Built for Solo Solo, Small business
Features Grindr 3/4 · Taimi 3/4
Gender identity options ✓ ✓
Orientation options Not published ✓ (best)
Identity verification ✓ ✓
In-app video calls ✓ (best) Not published
Specs
Matching method Mixed Mixed
Platforms Multiple Ios
Our review
Pros
  • Find nearby profiles and explore profiles globally
  • Profiles include gender identity, pronouns, and connection preferences
  • Chat, share photos and video messages, or make video calls
  • Matches and filters by sexuality, gender identity, and interests
  • Supports local and global discovery alongside chat and social features
  • AI assistant can like profiles and send initial messages
Cons
  • Grindr Web is available only with a paid subscription
  • Video calls are app-only
  • XTRA limits global Explore to up to 5 users per day
  • Distributed as an iPhone and iPad app, with no other platform listed
  • Premium filters, profile preferences, and custom location require a paid subscription
  • AI assistant and social features may not suit people seeking dating-only tools
Our verdict

Grindr is a social networking and dating app for gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer adults, with nearby profiles at the center of discovery. Members can chat, share photos and video messages, and make video calls. Profiles can include…

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For LGBTQ+ adults looking for dating, friendship, or other connections, Taimi combines dating profiles with chat and social features. Its matching considers sexuality, gender identity, and interests, while filters and local or global…

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  1. GrindrLGBTQ+ Dating Apps 9.3Free plan
  2. TaimiLGBTQ+ Dating Apps 8.8Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Grindr — where it wins

    • Find nearby profiles and explore profiles globally
    • Profiles include gender identity, pronouns, and connection preferences
    • Chat, share photos and video messages, or make video calls

    Where it doesn't

    • Grindr Web is available only with a paid subscription
    • Video calls are app-only
    • XTRA limits global Explore to up to 5 users per day
  • Taimi — where it wins

    • Matches and filters by sexuality, gender identity, and interests
    • Supports local and global discovery alongside chat and social features
    • AI assistant can like profiles and send initial messages

    Where it doesn't

    • Distributed as an iPhone and iPad app, with no other platform listed
    • Premium filters, profile preferences, and custom location require a paid subscription
    • AI assistant and social features may not suit people seeking dating-only tools
  • Grindr9.3/10 · Free plan

    A location-based LGBTQ+ dating app with free core features and paid discovery upgrades.

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  • Taimi8.8/10 · Free plan

    An LGBTQ+ dating and social app with local and global discovery, available on iOS.

    Visit TaimiFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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