HER – Full Review (New Zealand, 2025)

Updated . Independent editorial; partner links marked “Visit”.

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  • Best for: Queer women and non-binary community
  • Age sweet spot: 18-40
  • Coverage (NZ): Stronger in major cities with active groups
  • Safety: Community moderation, report and block tools
  • App Store (NZ): low-to-mid 4s out of 5 overall
  • Google Play: high 3s to low 4s out of 5 overall

HER blends dating with community via events, groups and local news. In NZ it is a welcoming space for queer women and non-binary people who want connection beyond pure swiping.

Key features (NZ)

Core

  • Inclusive profiles with prompts and interests
  • Groups and local event discovery
  • Feed and community updates
  • Report and block options

Paid perks

  • Read receipts and advanced filters
  • Boosted visibility
  • More likes and daily actions

Strengths and trade-offs

Strengths

  • Community-first vibe and events
  • Good complement to Hinge or Bumble
  • Inclusive onboarding and options

Trade-offs

  • Smaller pools than mainstream apps
  • Quieter in smaller towns
  • Best features on paid tiers

Pricing in New Zealand – guide

PlanMonthly (NZD)Notes
Premium tiersVaries by age & marketRead receipts, boosts, extra filters.

Tip: join two local groups and attend an event to expand connections quickly.

Safety and privacy

  • Use in-app report for boundary issues
  • Public first meets; share itinerary
  • Keep contact details private until trust builds

Loveify verdict

A welcoming NZ space for queer women and non-binary folks. Pair with Hinge or Bumble if you want a larger dating pool alongside community.