Coffee Meets Bagel – Full Review (Australia, 2025)
Updated . Independent editorial; partner links marked “Visit”.
- Best for: Slower, curated daily picks
- Age sweet spot: 24-40
- Coverage (AU): Best in capital cities
- Safety: Report/block; limited daily exposure reduces spam
- App Store (AU): low-to-mid 4s out of 5 overall
- Google Play: mid-3s to high-3s out of 5 overall
CMB trades volume for intention. Fewer, better-curated picks with prompts to spark replies – ideal for swipe fatigue in AU cities.
Key features (AU)
Core
- Daily curated “bagels”
- Prompts and intent signals
- Discovery controls for age/distance/intent
Paid perks
- See who liked you; activity insights
- Rematches and extra takes
- Priority visibility
Strengths and trade-offs
Strengths
- Lower time cost
- Prompt-led conversations
- Good for intentional dating
Trade-offs
- Fewer daily options
- Smaller pools outside CBDs
- Some perks paywalled
Pricing in Australia – guide
| Plan | Monthly (AUD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Premium tiers | Varies by age & market | See likes, insights, rematches, visibility. |
Tip: check daily during the evening window when activity spikes.
Safety and privacy
- Keep chats in-app early; report/block as needed
- Meet publicly first; share plans
- Guard personal info
Loveify verdict
Great curation for intentional daters in AU cities. Pair with Hinge for similar depth or Tinder for reach.