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China
Dating Score: 68.6/100
#1 App
Tantan
Safety
7.4/10
Avg Date
$34
English
Low proficiency
Dating Apps
(10 tracked)
Dating Apps
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Pro#1
$8.99/moTantan
Usage
9/10
Safety
6/10
VerifiedVideoLocal SIM
- China's Tinder equivalent
- Requires Chinese phone number
- Mandarin-only interface
#2
$6.99/moMomo
Usage
8/10
Safety
5/10
VerifiedVideoLocal SIM
- Largest Chinese dating app
- Live streaming integrated
- Requires local phone verification
#3
$14.99/moJiayuan
Usage
8/10
Safety
7/10
VerifiedVideoLocal SIM
- China's largest marriage-oriented platform with 200M+ users
- Real-name verification required; strong anti-scam moderation
- Skews 25-40 marriage-minded; popular with parents arranging matches
#4
$9.99/moBlued
Usage
8/10
Safety
6/10
VerifiedVideoLGBTQ+Local SIM
- World's largest gay dating/social app with 60M+ users
- Live streaming and community features central
- Local phone verification required
#5
$5.99/moSoul
Usage
7/10
Safety
7/10
VerifiedVideoLocal SIM
- Personality-first matching
- Popular with younger Gen Z
- Anonymous avatars option
Safety & LGBTQ+
Safety & LGBTQ+
Safety Index
7.4/10
Source: Numbeo (raw: 73.8), 4 cities surveyed
LGBTQ+ Score
3.9/10
Legal policy index: 1.94/10 (2019) -- Source: owidl-velasco-2020
Gender Balance
More men
51% men
49% women
106 men per 100 women (CIA World Factbook 2024)
Cost of Dating
Cost of Dating
Dating in China costs 74% less than the US average.
Average Date Cost$34USD
Meal for Two$24.76
Domestic Beer$1.18
Taxi (start + 5 km)$3.43
Cappuccino$2.82
Cost of Living Index30.7/ 100
Culture & Language
Culture & Language
English ProficiencyLow proficiencyEPI: 455
LanguagesStandard Chinese (Mandarin/Putonghua), Yue (Cantonese), Wu (Shanghaiese), Minbei (Fuzhou), Minnan (Hokkien-Taiwanese), Xiang, Gan, Hakka dialects, minority languages
Openness to Foreigners2.9/10
Openness Breakdown
english
2/10
receptivity
3/10
integration
2/10
stigma
5/10
gender Equality
3/10
Trending
Tantan is the leading dating app in China. WeChat is also used for dating through its 'People Nearby' feature.
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PROFrequently Asked Questions
What are the best dating apps in China?
The top dating apps in China based on our data are: 1. Tantan (usage score: 9/10), 2. Momo (usage score: 8/10), 3. Jiayuan (usage score: 8/10). Tantan leads with the highest usage score among 10 apps we track.
How much does a date cost in China?
The average date cost in China is approximately $34 USD, which is 74% less than the US average ($130). This includes a meal for two ($24.76) plus drinks and transport.
Is China safe for dating?
China has a safety score of 7.4/10 (Good), based on Numbeo crime index data (safety index: 73.8). As with any country, exercise standard precautions: meet in public places, tell someone where you're going, and trust your instincts.
Is Tinder popular in China?
Yes, Tinder has a usage score of 3/10 in China with 100M+ downloads globally. Blocked by Great Firewall
Do I need a local SIM card for dating apps in China?
Some apps in China require a local SIM card or phone number: Tantan, Momo, Jiayuan, Blued, Soul, Zhenai, Baihe, QingChiFan. International apps like Tinder and Bumble generally work with any phone number.
What is the English proficiency level in China?
China has low proficiency English proficiency (EF EPI score: 455). You may encounter a language barrier, especially outside major cities. Translation features in apps can help.
What is the LGBTQ+ dating scene like in China?
China has an LGBTQ+ score of 3.9/10 (policy index: 1.94). Exercise caution. Social acceptance may be limited and legal protections may be lacking.
What is the dating culture like in China?
China has an openness-to-foreigners score of 2.9/10. Tantan is the leading dating app in China. WeChat is also used for dating through its 'People Nearby' feature. The top age group for dating app users is 22-35.
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