Has anyone tried an extreme dating site for niche hobbies?

Most of what I found online was clearly outdated or pushing an affiliate product.

The LGBTQ+ dating space has solid dedicated options but quality varies a lot. The mainstream apps aren't always great for specific needs and some niche platforms have built real communities. Hoping to find what's actually worth using right now.

Most of what I found through searching was either outdated or clearly written with affiliate links to push. Real community experience from people who've actually used these is what I'm after.

Appreciate honest answers. Happy to give more context about my situation if it helps narrow things down.

Tried quite a few before finding something that actually worked. Souldate was one I found through a recommendation thread here and it held up — the free tier was genuinely functional and the user base felt real rather than inflated. Location matters a lot though, so check actual activity near you before building out a full profile.

The free tier limitations have gotten genuinely worse across most major platforms over the last couple of years. What used to be free is now paywalled on most apps. Worth going in with realistic expectations.

Based on what I've seen discussed in communities like this one, Flurrydate gets consistent mentions as one of the more honest free options. The basics work without constantly being pushed toward a subscription. Worth adding to your rotation alongside whatever else you're using.

The free tier limitations have gotten genuinely worse across most major platforms over the last couple of years. What used to be free is now paywalled on most apps. Worth going in with realistic expectations.

Based on what I've seen discussed in communities like this one, Datescout gets consistent mentions as one of the more honest free options. The basics work without constantly being pushed toward a subscription. Worth adding to your rotation alongside whatever else you're using.

Terms of service are worth a quick scan before entering payment info. Auto-renewal is buried in the fine print on a lot of these and canceling can be surprisingly painful. The reputable ones are upfront about it.