Chemistry.com

*Est. $50 per month
Reviewed
March 2010
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Chemistry.com

Pros
  • Less restrictive membership policy than eHarmony.com
  • Asks for feedback to arrive at better matches
  • First five matches are free
Cons
  • Not allowed to search profiles
  • Must subscribe in order to contact matches
  • Limited dating pool
 
 
 
 
 

Chemistry.com, a spin-off from Match.com, models its in-depth compatibility matching style after eHarmony.com (*Est. $60 per month). However, reviews say that Chemistry.com is less expensive and promotes a less restrictive membership policy. Chemistry.com starts with a detailed personality test to find out who you are and what you hope to find in a partner. You can't search the site -- you must wait for the site to send you matches. Your first five matches are free, but you must subscribe to contact people. When you find a match, Chemistry.com guides you through a multi-step communication process. Some users report that matches don't always meet their criteria or turn out to be inactive profiles from Match.com. If you would prefer a free dating service that includes a personality test, reviewers recommend OkCupid.com.

VillageMatchmaker.com provides evaluations and recommendations of dating websites. CupidOnlineDating.com and TopTenReviews.com both offer comparison charts for getting quick, at-a-glance information. About.com's dating guide Bonny Albo does a good job of discussing Chemistry.com's features, but doesn't offer a comprehensive evaluation.

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1. VillageMatchmaker.com

VillageMatchmaker.com calls Chemistry.com a top-rated dating site, along with eHarmony.com and Match.com. Reviewers like Chemistry.com's guided matching process. However, setting up a profile is a lengthy process and can take up to 30 minutes or more.

Review: Chemistry, Editors of VillageMatchmaker.com

2. CupidOnlineDating.com

Reviewers rate Chemistry.com as one of the top two dating sites for its matchmaking effectiveness, extra features and customer service. However, when it comes to membership screening and dating advice, reviewers say Chemistry.com needs some improvements.

Review: Chemistry.com, Editors of CupidsOnlineDating.com

3. TopTenReviews.com

Chemistry.com receives praise for its guided communication and tools for meeting offline. But reviewers say it has a limited dating pool compared to other popular sites.

Review: Chemistry.com, Editors of TopTenReviews.com

4. About.com

Bonny Albo, About.com's dating guide, reviews Chemistry.com, taking a look at the dating site's features and giving extra points for its free personality profile. The review is rather brief and isn't a complete evaluation. (Note: ConsumerSearch is owned by About.com, but the two don't share an editorial affiliation.)

Review: Chemistry Dating Site Review, Bonny Albo

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