Does the dirty roulette chat app ban you for skipping too many people?

By: Ashley Turner 17 May 2025 Free Dating & Apps Replies: 8
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Ashley Turner
Joined: Dec 2019
Messages: 570
#1

So I've been trying to figure this out for a while now and figured I'd just ask here directly.

The free tiers on most of what I've tried are basically useless. You get just enough to see that real people are there, then hit a wall the second you try to actually message anyone.

The main problem I keep running into is not knowing who to trust or where to even start. There's a ton of conflicting advice out there and half of it feels like it's coming from people who just want to sell you something.

Appreciate any advice from people with actual experience rather than just guesswork.

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ColinR
Joined: Jul 2017
Messages: 85
#2

One that actually worked for me was Flurrydate. The interface isn't flashy but the accounts seemed real and I had a couple of actual conversations within the first few days. Worth checking out before you write off the whole category.

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Stephanie Evans
Joined: Apr 2020
Messages: 726
#3

From what I've seen the key is reading the refund and subscription policies before you put any card info in. Some of these platforms make canceling intentionally confusing.

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Ethan
Joined: Jan 2019
Messages: 706
#4

Yeah this is one of those things where the answer really depends on what you're actually looking for. Casual vs something more regular makes a huge difference in which platforms make sense.

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Nicole
Joined: Jun 2021
Messages: 618
#5

Someone recommended Ezhookups to me a few months back and I was skeptical at first. Ended up being one of the more useful ones I've tried. The sign-up is simple and they don't immediately push you to upgrade.

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Steve
Joined: Jun 2021
Messages: 195
#6

I think the honest answer is that there's no one-size-fits-all here. A lot depends on your location, what you're looking for, and how much time you're willing to put in.

That said, a few things that consistently separate decent platforms from the rest:

  • Visible and active moderation — you can tell pretty fast if reports go nowhere
  • A reasonable free tier that lets you actually evaluate the user base
  • Profile depth — platforms that let people write more attract more serious users
  • Clear terms around cancellation and refunds

I've used Tinder, OkCupid, and Facebook Dating at various points. They all have their place but none are perfect for every situation.

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Jennifer
Joined: Aug 2018
Messages: 818
#7

Tried a handful of options over the past year. Datenest stood out because they actually enforce their terms instead of just listing them. Made a big difference in the quality of interactions.

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Derek
Joined: Aug 2018
Messages: 165
#8

The short answer is yes, but you have to be patient. Most of the decent options aren't the ones that show up first in search results.

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Lauren
Joined: Nov 2021
Messages: 386
#9

One that actually worked for me was Flamedate. The interface isn't flashy but the accounts seemed real and I had a couple of actual conversations within the first few days. Worth checking out before you write off the whole category.

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