Comparison of Online Dating Websites

SITE	KEY POINTS	MEMBERSHIP COSTS
Dating Direct	Well designed Simple sign-up process Good search tools Friendly environment Lacks exclusive interesting features Mobile phone accessing of dating direct	3 days trial : £4.99 7 days trial : £9.99 1month subscription : £22.80 3months subscription : £44.97 6months subscription : £59.94
Loopy Love	Good quality profiles Affordable pricing Lot of options for payment mode Good value for money Design is not that attractive Can access website via mobile Quick, simple and refined searches Lot of features for contacting interested profiles No new matches during search	Three day trial : £4.99 1month subscription : £19.99 3months subscription : £29.97 6months subscription : £47.94
Match.com	Largest UK membership subscription Unique personality tests Mobile dating services Make love happen offer Real life events Quizlets Keyword search Too many ads Lots of extra charging involved No video conferencing	1 month subscription : £22.80 3 months subscription : £44.6 6 months subscription : £65.25 First three days free
Parship	Mainly for people looking for long lasting relationships Based on a psychometric test Interesting compatibility test Slightly expensive A lot of coaching and tips on dating No instant messaging No video/audio chatting Very secure	No free trial period 1 month subscription : £35 3 months subscription : £57 6 months subscription : £84
eHarmony	A unique site. A serious site for serious relationship seekers. Very detailed matchmaking model. A very expensive site. Matches are presented based on the profile. Self searching cannot be done. Communication can be established only with the other singles who are paid members. For heterosexuals only.	7 days free trial period 1month subscription : £34.95 3 months subscription : £59.85 6 months subscription : £89.70 12 months subscription : £119.40
Xfactor	Attractive layout Easy navigation Interesting personality test Comparatively costly Less members base Lots of events conducted Includes all the standard features Games and interactive zone Dating Guarantee	7 days free trial period 1month subscription : £19.99 3 months subscription : £39.99 6 months subscription : £59.99 12 months subscription : £89.99