I’m Kayla, and I’m a little woman. Dating apps used to feel like a maze. Too many stares. Too many weird messages. So when I found a dating app made for little people, I gave it a go. I wanted a calmer space. (If you’re still hunting for options, here’s a quick roundup of little-people dating sites that shows what else is out there.) I wanted to feel seen, not studied. You know what? It wasn’t perfect. But it felt different in a good way. (I later shared an expanded play-by-play in “I Tried a Dating App Built for Little People — Here’s What Actually Happened” if you’d like every behind-the-screens detail.)
Getting started felt easy (and safe)
The sign-up was quick. I added my height, a few photos, and a short bio. There was a switch that let me choose if I wanted matches only with little people or also with allies. I liked that I could choose what fit me.
They asked for photo checks and a short video for proof. That part helped me breathe. I’ve been burned before. The app also pushed a safety tip after I matched with someone. Meet in public. Share your plan. Simple stuff, yet it mattered.
I tried the free version first. Then I paid for one month since I was getting real chats. It cost about the same as two coffees and a cookie. Worth it? Kinda. I’ll explain.
What worked for me
- The vibe felt warm. People got the small things, like stools at home and low shelves. We didn’t have to explain every little thing. (For a wider lens on how other little people feel about similar apps, you can skim “Dating Apps for Little People: My First-Person Take” — the highs, lows, and unexpected laughs are all in there.)
- Filters were kind. I could set distance, age, and also tag needs like step-free places or low seating. Not all little people need that, but I like choices.
- Block and report worked fast. I reported one guy who said, “I have a thing for tiny girls.” Gross. His profile was gone the next day.
- Video chat inside the app felt safe. I used it before two dates. No pressure. Just face time without a commute.
- They had a local list of date spots with notes like “booth seating,” “bar stools are short,” and “parking close by.” That sounds small. It made nights feel smoother.
Honestly, little details can carry a whole day. I keep a mini folding step stool in my car. I know many of you do too. So when an app thinks about seat height? Yeah. I notice.
What bugged me
- Not enough people, especially outside big cities. On a slow week I saw the same four faces, on repeat. We waved at each other again, like a loop.
- The radius tool felt off. I set it to fifty miles and still saw people two hours away. Cute? Yes. Close? Not really.
- Photo crop was weird. It cut off heads. I had to redo my pics three times.
- Some key stuff sat behind a paywall. Seeing who liked me, for example. I get it. Still a bummer.
- Pronoun options needed more choices. I wrote mine in my bio.
It sounds like I’m nitpicking. I am a little. But, small fixes can help a lot.
Two real dates I had
First was Alex. We matched on a rainy Tuesday. We did a quick video chat. Just ten minutes. We met that Saturday at a place called Penny’s, a tiny coffee shop with booth seating. He’s four foot nine. I’m four foot three. We talked about travel and shelf hacks (yes, I have a grabber tool; yes, it’s pink). He was kind. We shared a cherry scone. No sparks for me, but I walked out smiling. I didn’t feel like a show. That alone felt like a win.
Second was Priya. She lived about ninety minutes away. We used the app’s venue guide and found a painting class with low tables and good lighting. She wore a denim jacket with tiny sun pins. We laughed about kitchen step stools. Mine wobbles, hers doesn’t. She let me try hers in the parking lot (the stool, not the jacket). We’re still texting. Slow and sweet.
One more note on allies
I matched with an ally named Marco. He asked two clunky questions. I set a clear line: “I’m open to honest questions, but I won’t teach a class.” He said sorry and adjusted. We had one phone call. Nice man, just not my person. The app made it easy to set what I wanted. That helped.
Tips that actually helped me match
- Use one full body photo and one clear face photo. Simple, bright light.
- Write one short prompt with humor. Mine: “I’m strong enough to carry two grocery bags. Three on a good day.”
- Be honest about distance you’ll travel.
- Try the video chat before meeting. Ten minutes. You’ll feel it.
Who this app is good for
- Little people who want a calm space and better safety tools.
- Folks in or near a city. More matches, more events.
- Allies who listen more than they ask.
If you’re rural, be patient. Let it run for a month. Matches can take time. If you’d like a side-by-side look at alternative communities before you commit, check out this little people dating sites overview for extra context.
Price and value
The free plan works. Premium helped me see my likes and send a few extra messages. I paid for one month, then paused. I’ll probably turn it back on before the holidays. Cold weather makes cozy dates better, right? Curious how the cost and culture stack up against a spicier platform? Peek at this no-filter review of Instabang to see a totally different flavor of swipe-life.
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Wish list for the team
- Better distance filter. Please.
- More cities and group hangouts. Low-key game nights? Yes, please.
- Add voice notes and captions.
- Wider pronoun options.
- Fix that photo crop.
- A quick “like” button for profiles—something as simple as LikeButton would make breaking the ice even easier.
My take
I give it 4 out of 5. It’s not magic. But it feels safer and kinder than most apps I’ve tried. I met two good people and had zero creepy nights. That counts.
Would I keep it? Yes. Not every week, but I’d turn it on when I’m ready for real talks and warm coffee dates. And if you’ve been waiting for a space that gets you—even the tiny stuff—you might like it here too.