Hookups and Dating: A Simple Guide to HookupSingles and EasyHookups
Hookups: HookupSingles
HookupSingles is best known as a hookup app, especially for gay men. While it now welcomes the wider LGBTQ+ community, some long-time users aren't happy with the broader audience. So, expect a mixed crowd.
Setting Up a Profile
Creating a profile is fast. You only need a name, age, and a few tags (like “adventurous” or “yoga”). You can choose up to 8 from nearly 150 options—covering looks, interests, kinks, and more. Want to share more? You can add height, weight, body type, position (Top, Bottom, etc.), and a “Tribe” (like Geek, Jock, Trans, etc.).
Extra Details
You can also include your relationship status, what you're looking for (hookups, friends, chat, etc.), where you’ll meet, and if you’re okay with NSFW pics.
Gender and Pronouns
Hookupsingles lets you pick from three gender groups—Man, Woman, and Non-Binary—with options to add custom terms. You can also choose your pronouns or write your own.
Sexual Health
You can share your HIV status, last test date, and set reminders for future tests. The app also includes links to health info.
Real Use Test
Even with no photo and little info, a test profile still got views and messages. That shows there are plenty of active users.
Vibe and Privacy
Hookupsingles uses your location to show nearby users, often down to a few feet. Expect lots of shirtless and body pics, though many also show their faces.
Cost
The free version gives solid features like filtering by age, tribe, and body type. Paid versions add more options:
- XTRA: $20/month
- Unlimited: $40/month
Dating: EasyHookups
EasyHookups is a dating app with a large user base and strong LGBTQ+ support. It’s great for those seeking dates, relationships, or hookups.
Profile Setup
You can add up to 6 photos. You must answer 15 questions to activate your profile, and there are thousands more to help you match better. The "About Me" section has no clear word limit, and prompts help you write fun, personal content.
Gender and Identity
Easyhookups offers 22 gender options and 20+ orientations—including ace, aro, and non-binary choices. Identity checkboxes include terms like femme, butch, bear, twink, and more. Pronouns can be chosen or entered freely.
Relationships
You can mark if you're monogamous, non-monogamous, or open to either.
Who You’re Looking For
You can filter matches by gender, age, distance, and relationship type (friends, short-term, long-term, hookups). You can also mark dealbreakers to hide mismatches.
Cost
Free users can like and message, but can’t see who likes them. You only see matches one at a time (except for a small daily “Picks” list). Paid versions offer more control:
- Basic: Around $34.99/month (price may vary)
- Premium: $54.99/month