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Italy
Dating Score: 61.4/100
#1 App
Tinder
Safety
5.3/10
Avg Date
$124
English
Moderate proficiency
Dating Apps
(10 tracked)
Dating Apps
(10 tracked)Filter Italy apps by type
Pro#1
$14.99/moTinder
3.8/5 -- 100M+ downloads
Usage
9/10
Safety
7/10
VerifiedVideoLGBTQ+
- Dominant dating app
- Active in Milan and Rome
- Italian profiles dominate
#2
$19.99/moBumble
3.9/5 -- 50M+ downloads
Usage
7/10
Safety
8/10
VerifiedVideoWomen FirstLGBTQ+
- Growing fast in cities
- Women make first move
- Popular with young professionals
#3
$11.99/moBadoo
4/5 -- 100M+ downloads
Usage
7/10
Safety
6/10
VerifiedVideo
- Very popular in southern Italy
- Free features generous
- Broad age range
#4
$8.99/moLovoo
3.9/5 -- 50M+ downloads
Usage
7/10
Safety
6/10
VerifiedVideoLGBTQ+
- Popular in northern Italian cities
- Radar feature shows nearby users in real time
- Live streaming adds social discovery
#5
$19.99/moHinge
3.4/5 -- 10M+ downloads
Usage
7/10
Safety
8/10
VerifiedLGBTQ+
- Rapidly growing in Milan and Rome
- Prompt-based profiles favored by professionals
- Designed to be deleted positioning
Safety & LGBTQ+
Safety & LGBTQ+
Safety Index
5.3/10
Source: Numbeo (raw: 53.1), 13 cities surveyed
LGBTQ+ Score
5.8/10
Legal policy index: 5.38/10 (2019) -- Source: owidl-velasco-2020
Gender Balance
More women
48% men
52% women
93 men per 100 women (CIA World Factbook 2024)
Cost of Dating
Cost of Dating
Dating in Italy costs 5% less than the US average.
Average Date Cost$124USD
Meal for Two$82.71
Domestic Beer$6.21
Taxi (start + 5 km)$14.57
Cappuccino$2.20
Cost of Living Index51/ 100
Culture & Language
Culture & Language
English ProficiencyModerate proficiencyEPI: 528
LanguagesItalian (official); German-, French-, and Slovene-speaking minorities
Openness to Foreigners5.7/10
Openness Breakdown
english
4/10
receptivity
7/10
integration
5/10
stigma
6/10
gender Equality
5/10
Trending
Tinder is the top app in Rome and Milan. Bumble gaining ground among younger Italians.
Raw Data
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PROFrequently Asked Questions
What are the best dating apps in Italy?
The top dating apps in Italy based on our data are: 1. Tinder (usage score: 9/10), 2. Bumble (usage score: 7/10), 3. Badoo (usage score: 7/10). Tinder leads with the highest usage score among 10 apps we track.
How much does a date cost in Italy?
The average date cost in Italy is approximately $124 USD, which is 5% less than the US average ($130). This includes a meal for two ($82.71) plus drinks and transport.
Is Italy safe for dating?
Italy has a safety score of 5.3/10 (Fair), based on Numbeo crime index data (safety index: 53.1). 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 Italy?
Yes, Tinder has a usage score of 9/10 in Italy with 100M+ downloads globally. Dominant dating app
Do I need a local SIM card for dating apps in Italy?
None of the major dating apps in Italy strictly require a local SIM card. You can use your international number to sign up for all tracked apps. However, a local SIM may improve your experience with location-based features.
What is the English proficiency level in Italy?
Italy has moderate proficiency English proficiency (EF EPI score: 528). You may encounter a language barrier, especially outside major cities. Translation features in apps can help.
What is the LGBTQ+ dating scene like in Italy?
Italy has an LGBTQ+ score of 5.8/10 (policy index: 5.38). Social acceptance varies by region. Major cities tend to be more open.
What is the dating culture like in Italy?
Italy has an openness-to-foreigners score of 5.7/10. Tinder is the top app in Rome and Milan. Bumble gaining ground among younger Italians. The top age group for dating app users is 22-35.
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