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Everyone agrees: one of the best things about going on holiday is all the new people you meet. Whether it’s the cute guy you had a holiday romance with or the gang of new friends you had an epic night out with, it’s what takes a trip from great to amazing.
What helps us with this is the wealth of gay hook-up apps that are available all over the world. But these apps are about more than just flings and friendship; they’re also completely necessary in some countries you’ll visit in order to find out more about the gay scene.
Sure, you might prefer to try out gay saunas while traveling, but in countries where homosexuality is seriously frowned upon or outright illegal and is pushed underground, there is no way of connecting with the gay community apart from gay hookup apps. Places like India, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Turkey all have a vast gay network, but it’s almost impossible to find if you are just walking the streets.
Using apps like Scruff, Grindr, and Hornet is your way to tap into the gay scene of wherever you are and find secret gay bars, underground parties, and other events. As a word of warning, if you are traveling somewhere where LGBT rights are not great, make sure you get a secure VPN on your phone to protect your privacy (and, in some places, unblock these apps).
Even if it’s not your thing at home, you will definitely want to download one (or more!) of these apps when traveling to help you discover not just new people, but new things, on your adventure.
Oh, and sorry ladies – this one is for the boys only. You’ll be better served by these lesbian dating apps.
In this article we will cover...
Grindr
Grindr is the most well-known and most-used gay app all over the world, which is why if you’re only going to get one, it should be this one! It’s a social networking app that picks up on your phone’s location to show you anyone who might be ‘of interest’ nearby (they have to be on the app too, of course!).
When you log in, your grid will show you pics of people nearby, in order of distance – so if you’re feeling lazy, you’ll know who to tap on first! Once you tap, you’ll see a profile and have the opportunity to chat and exchange more photos. It’s banned in some countries, like Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, but where it’s available, there’s a good chance much of the gay community will be using it.
Taimi
Elevating the game is Taimi, a newcomer designed for gay men seeking real connections. It’s the first app that essentially combines free gay dating opportunities with a gay social network to provide you with endless opportunities to effortlessly and swiftly form quality connections – so not just hook-ups, but something more substantial – or just friends and expanding your network. Because surely it’s not just us that occasionally pines to for new gay connections which don’t involve sex?
We also love that Taimi is focussed on the security and safety of its users with special verification and authentication systems to keep fake accounts out. There is nothing worse than a professional catfish, right? And there is also the possibility of creating groups where users can launch discussions, organize events, cooperate and collaborate with NGOs. This is the social network aspect, and we are obsessed with it.
There is also a collaboration with The Trevor Project, meaning users can contact Trevor immediately from their profiles and the possibility of making video calls, meaning Taimi is one of the best gay apps currently out there! So get downloading now to form quality connections, stay safe, and share without being judged!
Scruff
As you might guess from the name, Scruff is the slightly rough-around-the-edges version of Grindr, developed for those guys who like a little, well, Scruff! It’s free and good if you want to filter down your options a little bit. The users tend to be that bit more masc and a little older than on Grindr, although, with its growing popularity, there are plenty to choose from.
Like its main rival, Scruff tends to be used more for hook-ups, although there is also a match option if you’re looking for a date. You can scroll for nearby and around the world, so you could always set up a meet-up in your destination in advance. It hasn’t got quite the same mass range as Grindr, but that does mean it flies a bit more below the radar in LGBT unfriendly countries, so it is less likely to be banned.
Hornet
While there are a lot of similarities between Hornet and Grindr, the newer Hornet works much more smoothly, with less of the irritating ads that pop up on Grindr to get in between you and your new piece of eye candy. There are also more photos, so you can check that profile pic isn’t just an anomaly!
What makes Hornet so great for gay travelers is the community features that help users network beyond dating. You can follow people for updates, see events and stories, and search for things happening near you; it’s a good insight into the local gay scene. It’s getting bigger and bigger all over the world, particularly in Latin America, so in many countries, you might have better luck here than Grindr.
Planet Romeo (previously GayRomeo)
It started in Gay Berlin and has now spread around the world and, while heavy on the hook-ups, also enables users to find friends, dates, or learn more about LGBT issues. It aims to be a safe and friendly environment where you can live your queer life to the fullest.
The app is free, and it just takes creating a quick profile to get you in touch with tonnes of guys all over the world. You can filter down a lot, so your feed won’t get full up of people who don’t get your heart racing and save your favorites. It’s popular in Europe so next time you travel there, download this first!
Blued
Wait; what? This is the largest gay social network in the world? You’d be forgiven for thinking it was Grindr, but in terms of users, Blued pips it to the post. Why? Well, it was developed in China, and the majority of its 27 million users are there. Internet censorship is rife in China, and Blued is a way of getting around the banning of sites like Grindr.
Its founder is a former policeman and committed to LGBT rights, and we love that the network is now in partnership with Hornet. Like its partner, it’s all about creating a safe community, with verified profile features, the ability to go live with followers, and group conversations. For this reason, it’s great to tap into the gay community where you’re traveling, particularly if you’re in Asia.
Tinder
OK, we know that technically Tinder isn’t a gay hook-up app, but hear us out. Although it might have been set up as a Grindr for straight people, there are now lots of gays using it; just set your preferences and enjoy the wealth of choice there. It skews a bit more towards dating, but you’re not limited to that.
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The clear advantage for gay travelers is that Tinder is less likely to be banned as it doesn’t have the association with homosexuality that triggers censors in oppressive regimes. You have to match with someone before you can message, but we’re sure you will – after all, you’re so cute!
Growlr
Calling all bears, or fans of bears; this is the gay hookup app for you. The network stretches worldwide, so if you’re lucky, you can find local bears wherever you’re traveling, who might give you an insight into the bear scene there – especially if there isn’t a local gay Eagle bar.
There’s private messaging, and you can also send pics, of course, and voice messages. We’re not going to lie, it is a little bit clunky at times, but there are up-to-date bear run and bear bar listings, so it can be useful for planning a night out when in a new city. Businesses might even use their Growlr HOT! Spot feature to give app users Pro features.
Jack’d
This works in a similar way to Grindr and Scruff – you get matched with someone who catches your eye, and then the two of you take it from there. What makes it a bit different is its aim of avoiding bigotry and negativity that can be found on other apps, and there is subsequently more diversity here.
You can search by ‘scenes,’ including bears, muscles, relationships, friends-only and more, then find people with similar interests. If you’re traveling, hopefully, your match will introduce you to that scene wherever you are!
Surge
Surge is another like-Tinder-but-not app that proves useful when traveling again because it dodges the censors due to its generally low profile. It’s open to all and very easy to use, so it’s a good choice for a gay app novice! And on Surge, you can both like people to match, or ‘power like’ that extra-special someone!
It’s most popular in the big cities in the States like New York, Los Angeles, and San Fran but is growing worldwide. The app actively encourages people to use it when traveling and wants to create a community worldwide, so why not be part of that?
Chappy
Marketed as the gentleman’s choice among gay hook-up apps, Chappy looks sleek and boasts features that rule out crossed emotional wires. On a sliding scale, choose whether you’re after Mr. Right, Mr. Right Now or Mr. Who Knows – you’ll then get matched with someone looking for the same thing.
Well, if you’re traveling, it’s going to be more about the ‘now,’ right? It’s also got added security like an alert if someone screenshots your image and a compulsory picture of the user’s face, so it’s a great choice for people looking for a safe space to hook-up. The disadvantage when you’re traveling? It’s not got the widest range, although if you’re heading to the UK, it’s perfect!
Traveling is a time to get out of your comfort zone, right? So download a hook-up app and get exploring!
DaddyHunt
Recently redesigned, this is a mobile social networking app for gay/ bi/curious Daddies and those who admire them. Billing itself as a place for ‘real’ men with no attitude, there are over 3.8 million men on the Daddyhunt App.
The app seeks to help its audience connect both in and out of the bedroom, and provide a platform where you never have to lie about your age (or anything else) to meet other men. No more age filter or perpetually turning 39 – silver foxes can finally feel proud and valued as authentic, natural men rather than needed to put a ‘fake self’ out into the world.
We found a lot of the men on Daddyhunt are looking for more than a hook-up, but a real-world connection along with a hot steamy night isn’t exactly a bad thing. And to be clear: the sugar daddy/sugar baby transactional relationships (involving financial exchanges) are forbidden on Daddyhunt. This is a place to just be who you are, not have to pay for what you want.
Adam4Adam Radar
Adam4Adam is one of the oldest online gay dating websites devised for men to meet other men “for friendship, romance, or a hot hookup”. And while they dragged their heels, they now finally have an app!
Primarily used in the USA, many of us will be familiar with their website and its popularity with closeted servicemen or politician types – and we did find the app continues this trend. It isn’t Adam4Adam’s fault, but worth noting as in this day and age, many of us simply don’t have time for institutional homophobia’.
Yet another option to find a date, chat, friends, casual fun, or more with unlimited profiles in five different grids based on your location. We did, however, like their Plan-a-Trip feature, which lets you show your travel plans in advance. Perfect if you are the organized type and want a hook-up ready when your flight lands. Who knows, they might even meet you at the airport.
BoyAhoy
BoyAhoy claims to be a global network for meeting gay men, but its popularity is definitely rather confined. If you are heading to spots like Seoul or Busan in South Korea, Egypt, Nigeria, or Istanbul in Turkey, you’ll want to try it out, however, as it is the ‘go-to’ local app there.
Instantly meet like-minded men near you and expand your social network with the tap of a button. Find a party, make new friends, or look for a hot and steamy hook-up anytime, anywhere. Most features are available on the free version, but in order to use the wink bomb, which allows you to send multiple winks all at once to various users, you’ll need to go premium. Likewise, the travel feature does not seem to work particularly well on the free version.
This app is also a sister app to meet me. We say Anchors Away!
9MONSTERS
9monsters is a very unusual gay social app arising in Japan with a limited central focus on the Asia-Pacific. Like many things from the land of the rising sun, 9monsters is just a little weird and bizarre. Something like Grindr meets Pokemon.
Mainly, the app has three unique functionalities – a breeding system, auto-translate messaging, and spot-jumping. “Breeding” is a straightforward social system where you find a guy you are interested in, then select “Breeding” to find your type, which category/monster other users think you belong to, and who likes you.
You can then use the auto-translate feature to chat, or the spot-jumping to appear anywhere in the world without GPS being required. This means that before heading to places like Osaka or Tokyo, you can connect with other monsters there beforehand. Download it now and give it a go. What have you got to lose?
HOLE
The most primitive of gay hookup apps, and honestly – that often all you need. Open HOLE, and you are literally one tap away from an insanely hot experience. Just publish precisely what turns you on, and the Hole will help nearby people match with you who have the same desires and kinks.
It’s gay cruising for the modern era, and easy to set up meetings anywhere, anytime. Once someone is interested, the app gives you one hour to get to know each other (or each other’s needs) and determine where to meet. No back and forward. Quick, simple, effective.
VGL
A gay dating app designed for twinks, twunks, jocks, and pups. VGL has over 1 million gay men in their 20’s and 30’s, and is very much aimed at the millennial market. Imagine Instagram and Grindr all in one. You can browse and message as many guys as you want – for free, and then follow guys you like to get a better sense of them before you meet.
As you can imagine, a lot of guys on here are only interested in growing their own following, but you can always try your luck. Their hottest profiles page is particular … mouth-watering. And there are no ads. EVER.
Recon
The world’s most popular gay hook up app specifically focussed on fetish. Recon was originally just an online website and has now added this app that is entirely free to use. It’s one of the best ways to approach like-minded men wishing to indulge in fetish – something which can be difficult on other gay apps.
There is also news and articles related to fetish play, fetish events in popular cities, and a cruise function to let a guy know you’re into him.
Feeld
Not a gay app, but worth a mention for couples who are looking for a third. Or vice versa. Previously named 3ndr, Feeld is a location-based app that offers a space for the ‘open-minded couple and singles’ interaction’.
We did love how inclusive the app was to all sexual & gender identities and were surprised to find it had over 2 million members worldwide. If you are looking to dabble in this kind of hook up, Feeld makes it easy.
Squirt
Primarily a hook-up website, Squirt was ground-breaking in its day and provided an uncensored online hub for cruising globally from its base in liberal Toronto. As a sign of the times, they now have released a mobile site – but technically no app as it is completely uncensored and not permissible in the app stores. This should tell you what to expect.
No judgment from us, but be careful if using when traveling as information can be out-of-date and public hook-ups/cruising is illegal in most countries.
Sometimes you want to fall in love. And sometimes… you just wanna, well ya know. Luckily there’s an app for that—many, in fact. The idea of no-strings-attached romantic experiences might have been given more press time lately with many movies and television shows talking about hookups, Netflix and chilling, and one night stands, but the concept itself isn’t new. In fact, many free dating apps and websites have been around for years, all with the sole intention of matching with someone and having a great time in the sack.
Though they are definitely not suited for every type of person, if you’re in the market for a casual fling, want to have x-rated chats online or want to browse through suggestive photos, these free hookup sites will get your heart racing—and turn you on. “When it comes to casual sex, generally looks are more important than personality, so instead of wasting hours crafting the perfect dating profile, like the sex we seek, we want an app that is quick to access, easy to use, geo-based and that showcases our potential hookups best assets in big, beautiful photos,” explains dating and relationship guru Serena de Comarmond.
Here, sex experts share their top picks that will get you laid for free… ASAP (be sure to also check out our Best Hookup Apps of 2021).
Wild
As the name suggests, there’s nothing G-rated about this dating app. De Comarmond explains this download might be best for first-timers since it doesn’t require you to share any personal information to start browsing. Though they do a photo verification to ensure you are who you say you are (buh-bye catfishing), you aren’t required to give any sort of name or other detail that could give away your identity. People here are thumbing for a good time, so make sure that’s what you’re in the market for before you get started. “The feature you’ll love most about this app is that you can actually filter profiles by the term ‘Looking to hook up’, so you can bypass all the people looking for love and get yourself out into the wild fast,” she adds.
BeNaughty.com
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You’ll find with most of the steamy sex-please dating apps that images are the most important. This is the case with one of the leading free hookup sites, BeNaughty.com. Sexpert at Sssh.com, Erotic Entertainment For Women and Couples, Coleen Singer appreciates the ease of the site: add a few facts about yourself, like your age, gender, sexy interest, location and a photo—and you’re set. “You’ll have access to millions of naughty singles who you can flirt, chat, and meet up with, and you can also set your preferences based on what you’re comfortable with,” she explains. This might be choosing to blur or reveal explicit photos of your own or others, or browsing incognito. And no matter how you interact, you can surf around and chat 100 percent free.
Read our full BeNaughty Review
AdultFriendFinder.com
Since it was founded in 1996, AdultFriendFinder is the most well-known free hookup sites, and Singer says it coins itself as the “the world’s largest sex and swinger community.” They aren’t kidding, considering they have an impressive 40 million—and counting—members across all orientation and set ups. Though there is a paywall for certain features, Singer shares you can sign up, post photos and videos, browse and receive local matches and receive access to their blog without forking over your credit card. If you’re unsure of how you feel about a sex-only site, this is a recommended place to start, and once you ahem, get turned on, you can figure out how much you’re willing to pay to heat things up.
Read our full AdultFriendFinder Review
Casualx
Since you just got out of a relationship—and you can’t imagine being tied down right this second—a traditional dating app is a no-go. Not only is it difficult to understand if someone is in browsing for a relationship, but you never want to lead on a potential match. Basically, you want all of the features of a swiping algorithm but without any type of flirting banter that’s beyond sexting. Enter: Casualx. With a tag line of ‘Tinder minus marriage-minded daters’—De Comarmond says the app is designed to help people roll around in the sheets on the first date. Naughty to its core, De Comarmond says since the app is all about hook-ups, the creators put in some safety measures to ensure you’re safe when you hop in bed. This includes reviewing each profile to weed out weirdos, catfishes and sex workers.
Hook Up Dating (HUD)
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When you’re sitting at your cubicle at work, fantasizing about having a hot encounter tonight, you don’t have time to chat aimlessly for hours, building up steam. What you need is a direct way to ignite someone’s interest—and meet up fast. That’s what De Comarmond loves about Hook Up Dating (HUD): it gets to the point, even with the name. “The app allows you to create a sexy profile, then you can send messages or winks to other members and start filling up your little black book,” she explains. For women dabbling into casual sex, it can be a more female-friendly way to sext, since the site automatically photo blurs images so you can look at them when (and if) you want to, and it’ll filter your inbox chat requests based on your preferences.
FriendFinder-X
A lot like AdultFriendFinder, the ‘X’ on the end symbolizes how racy the destination can be. According to dating pro and co-host of the podcast, GirlsGottaEat, Tanya Greenberg explains this site allows you to rate members based on what you’re looking for. After all, there’s a kink for everyone. “There’s also a connexion option if you want to get-off with a life like video cyber sex feature,” she adds. Some features may cost more, so make sure to analyze the fine print before signing up.
Read our full FriendFinder-X Review
Tinder
Sure, marriages have come from Tinder. And plenty of people utilize the app to seek a traditional relationship. But if you want to cut to the chase, Singer says Tinder is also a hub for hookups. Not only did it create the ‘swiping’ habit in modern dating, but it has an impressive member database worldwide, meaning you can likely find a match no matter where your wanderlust (or just your lust) takes you. Though you should illustrate exactly what you’re looking for in your profile to ensure your wires never get crossed—you might be surprised on how many people desire a hot romp on demand, too.
Read Our Full Tinder Review
OkCupid
Known for their inclusivity of all orientations, OkCupid is also a destination for people to find whatever it is they’re looking for—even if it’s an orgasm. Sexual educator Hunter Riley explains though OKC isn’t typically advertised as a free hookup site, there are many people who use it that way, and will illustrate their intention on their profile. “OkCupid has multiple options for what you can put as far as what you’re interested in. There are plenty of people who list themselves as being into more casual connections, which can be a great way to find others to hook-up with,” she explains.
Read our full OkCupid Review
SaucyDates.com
Are you a sex-loving single? If so, Singer suggests this sassy site, available on desktop, mobile and tablet. Especially for the LGBT community, this destination welcomes anyone and everyone, and gives them a secure and sexy place to explore their desires. Singer shares everything is free here—location-based searching, private messaging and photo sharing, as well as chat rooms. “SaucyDates also provides an extensive blog and a free weekly newsletter, which are both packed with helpful tips for creating a catchy profile, finding the right saucy partner for you, and avoiding scammers and fraud,” she adds.
How to Choose the Right Hook-Up Site
If you are looking for action, it’s important to look in the right places. Though there are many hookup sites roaming the internet, they all serve various purposes and foster dynamic communities. While some are definitely more visual and geared toward cybersex, others inspire in-person meet-ups and romps. If you aren’t exactly sure how to tell the difference between Tinder and AdultFriendFinder, let us lead your sexy explorations:
If you’re new to hookup sites, try OkCupid and Wild.
While others are ready to dive into the deep end, you’re dipping your toe on the shallow side and seeing what nibbles. Because some hook-ups sites are more R-rated than PG-13, you may want to start in the kiddy pool before you swim into the sea of hooking up. Our best suggestion is to try OkCupid and Wild, both of which are free to join and browse. Though Wild is only for romps, OkCupid doubles as a dating site, so you can start slow. Just make sure to be clear about your intentions so you don’t lead a potential match in the wrong direction.
If you’re looking for cybersex, try BeNaughty and AdultFriendFinder.
You just suffered a painful breakup, and while you’d like to sleep around, your heart can’t stomach it quite yet. Or maybe having steamy discussions with a stranger or watching someone masterbate is a turn-on enough for you, without physical contact. Both BeNaughty and AdultFriendFinder have various levels of membership, but on the basic, cost-effective tier, you can view and communicate without paying much. Especially if you don’t want to take your curiosities offline, these two could be your best bet for hot cybersex.
If you want to hookup right now, try Tinder and Hookup Dating.
Swipe, match and strip? If that’s what you’re looking for, these two destinations will deliver the action in real time. Though some people do use Tinder for serious dating, plenty of singles (and couples) use it to find in-demand sex when they want it. The same is true for Hookup Dating, which is only about connecting one night stands in various areas. For those with a goal to bang, these sites will set you up for the most matches and chances at well, getting laid.
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