shigye

It seems like your idea on what Dine's concept is warped. If you live in a big city what do first dates mostly consist of? Getting a drink, getting lunch, getting dinner, getting ice cream, getting coffee. It was only natural to make an app that allows people to seamlessly do what they were going to do any way on other apps or in real life. Men don't have to pay on Dine. Paying for a first date is not mandatory and most millennials are pretty on board for that. You stated how you wouldn't go to dinner on a fist date, but on Dine you have the option to meet up at bars or cafes. Literally could be anymore, for example a cocktail bar or just your local pub. Some people complain about paying for dates but a coffee is like what, $4-5 at most?

that's the surprising find. But truth is, it's just one of those old customs that we can't seem to shake off.

You're right it does. In big cities, Dine thrives. But in small towns and remote areas..it's a bit rougher...but with that said we have users all through out the US and CA an you would be surprised where some of these people went on dates lol!

Hey there. CMB is actually one of my favorite apps. The have inspired me in many ways. However, their UI is a bit old school and Dine is a COMPLETELY DIFFERENT concept from CMB.

I still believe that Dine also does a better job in attracting people who are serious about going on a date...and I don't mean in a romantic way, I'm talking about people who enjoy good food and are single, open to meeting someone new.

Other apps that are doing something similar are like Hinge and Whim. (both good apps in my opinion for dating but they still have pros and cons as do all apps). It's all about finding which dating app is good for you personally.

I'm pretty sure I listed 3 reasons? The only important info I left out was the screen shots...I will post in a future blog.

...Actually, at the bottom I even said to challenge it yourself. You can check out other blog posts through my personal as well as the official blog for the app. There have been numerous tests ran in house to validate the match to actual date ratio falls roughly around 1% (which was interesting because in this little experiment it was way less). Dine does actually boast a 50% match to date ratio...I'm even urging you to try it before you bash it especially if you're someone who likes the concept of meeting someone for a first date over dinner or drinks (not for everyone). It's not a shitty app if it's getting people actual dates. Apps like Dine (I can name others too with a similar offline dating concept that I admire) are definitely solving the proximity and message wall issue (that mainly men face).

You sound like someone I would love to have a real conversation with. If you would like, please email me your honest feedback after downloading Dine and I will do my best to make changes. I know we are not perfect so I'm always open to listening.

Also, that "Girls seem to be digging it too and not because they are looking for nice, free dinners" was not assuming gender roles. This is common feelings or feedback we receive sometimes. If you go to our facebook page you can read some nasty comments. I always do my best to personally educate others that bills can be dutch, your treat, etc. My advice is actually always never assume.

-Mike

You are calling out all valid things that could potentially result in flaws, but you are missing a valid factor. First, let's think, why do people join dating apps in the first place? It's because there is a desire to truly meet someone - IRL is the end game. You said Tinder works, but I really just can't agree with you on that. It really doesn't work like it used to. Too many matches and no dates and it's exactly for the reason you said, there is no contract or commitment to follow through so people just go inactive or unmatch with people they shouldn't have swiped right on in the first place.

When people are using Dine, as you mentioned they realize that this is a first date app which in result leads users to send requests out more cautiously. Yes, people need to determine if they are weirdos and that is why after a match is made users can have conversations...but people are adults and they need to use their best judgement on this just like one would do one tinder. I don't agree with there having to be a spark though. As stated, people want to get out and meet. Sometimes good looks, decent job, educated and someone with similar interests who is single is enough of a reason to meet for a dinner if not food at least a cup of coffee which can all be setup through Dine. You should totally give it a try though. To me it sounds like you don't want to have dinner as a first date, but you can make it smaller like just a drink or coffee (like I mentioned). I understand your logic though.

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