GLAM
1 countries · DateAtlas score 4.3/5
DateAtlas editorial average across the countries we track — our opinion, not the official app-store rating.
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GLAM (글램) is a South Korean dating app that uses a unique tier-based matching system where users are ranked by peer evaluation and paired with others in the same attractiveness tier. A 2017 Google Play Award winner, GLAM combines AI-driven match suggestions, live video chat, photo-heavy profiles, and 3D facial verification with over 6.8 million cumulative users.
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At a Glance
Countries
1
DateAtlas Score
4.3/5
Our editorial average, not the app-store rating
Price Range
$22.99 - $22.99
per month
Top Country
South KoreaUser Ratings
What Users Say
GLAM stands out in the Korean dating market with its tier-based matching system: new users are evaluated by existing members and placed into an attractiveness tier, then shown profiles within that bracket. The AI analyzes your 'like' patterns to surface an unconscious ideal type via 'Today's Pick', while 'Nearby' enables speed-dating with matches minutes away. GLAM Live adds real-time video streaming. Safety is a strong suit with 3D polygon facial verification, 24/7 AI monitoring for scam profiles, and the ability to block phone contacts and Facebook friends. The December 2022 shift to a paid gem-based model frustrated longtime free users, distance filters work as soft preferences rather than hard limits, and the interface is predominantly Korean with minimal English support. The tier system can feel superficial. Free users are limited to roughly four daily match suggestions. (AI-researched summary — not verified from hands-on review.)
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Unique tier-based matching pairs you with similarly rated profiles for balanced connections
- AI-powered 'Today's Pick' learns your preferences and surfaces compatible matches
- 3D facial verification and 24/7 AI monitoring reduce catfishing and scam profiles
- Privacy controls let you block phone contacts and Facebook friends
- GLAM Live video streaming and real-time translation for face-to-face interaction
- Social feed lets you preview a match's daily life photos before committing
- Nearby speed-dating connects with matches within a 5-minute radius
Cons
- Shifted from free to paid gem model in late 2022, locking likes behind purchases
- Distance filter is soft, not hard — expect faraway matches when local users are sparse
- App interface overwhelmingly in Korean with limited English support
- Tier system can feel superficial and opaque
- Free tier restricted to roughly four daily match suggestions
- Reports of phishing and romance scam accounts despite AI monitoring
Pricing
GLAM pricing breakdown
Detailed per-tier pricing with features for every subscription level is a DateAtlas Pro feature. Premium across the countries we track ranges from $22.99 to $22.99 per month.
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All 1 countries where GLAM is tracked.
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All 1 countries where GLAM is tracked.
| Country | Usage | Safety | Premium | Play Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Korea | 7/10 | 9/10 | $22.99 | 4.3 |