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Badoo Review

Meet new people nearby

½3.6890,000 reviews

Price

Free · Premium from $9.99/mo

Active Users

28M+

Best Age

18–40

Founded

2006

What is Badoo?

Badoo is one of the world's largest dating platforms by total users, with particular strength in Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East. It combines swipe-based matching with social discovery features.

What we love

  • Massive global user base — strong in non-US markets
  • Most affordable premium tier of any major app
  • Free messaging with matches
  • Available in 190+ countries and 47 languages

Watch out for

  • Weaker user base in the US compared to Tinder/Hinge
  • Higher rate of fake profiles than premium-only platforms
  • Interface feels less polished than modern competitors

Who is Badoo best for?

International datingEurope & Latin AmericaBudget-conscious usersSocial discovery

Our Verdict

Badoo earns a 3.6/5 in our editorial review. It's particularly strong for International dating and Europe & Latin America. The free version is functional enough to decide if it's worth upgrading.