The best online dating sites for geeks, nerds, sci-fi buffs, and more

Mashable's readers (and writers) are known for being OBSESSIVE about the things we love. You may say we kind of geek out about things. Okay, fine, we *are* geeks. Whatever, geeks are awesome.

But sometimes, awesome can use a bit of assistance in the dating department. Not because there aren't enough geeks out there â€" how do you think Avengers: Endgame became the highest-grossing film of all time? (Thanks to geeks, that's how.) Dating as a geek requires combing through normies and too much dating through the same group of localsFor women, it can involve a lot of creepy guys who want their manic pixie dream girlFor men, it can involve a lot of simply trying to not be that guy. If you're in the majority of geeks who are a little bit introverted, dating can be hella intimidating. Read more...

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BEST FULL DATING SITE EXPERIENCE

match

If you're serious about finding a soulmate and have the disposable income, Match is the place to go.

• Basic Membership: Free
• Three months of Standard: $71.97
• Six months of Standard: $125.94
• 12 months of Standard: $239.88
• Three months of Premium: $80.97
• Six months of Premium: $143.94
• 12 months of Premium: $251.88

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BEST FOR FINDING EDUCATED GEEKS

Elite Singles

Career-focused individuals take an advanced personality test that really analyzes who will complement you.

• Premium Light one month membership: $49.95
• Premium Classic three month membership: $59.85
• Premium Comfort six month membership: $113.70

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BEST FOR SHY GEEKS

Zoosk

It's low-pressure but has the user base of a Match or eharmony, and striking up a convo is easy.

• One month: $29.99/month
• Three months: $59.95
• Six months: $74.95
• 12 months: $149.88

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BEST FOR HARDCORE GAMERS

Gamer Dating

Find your Player 2 on Gamer Dating, the charming (albeit outdated) site where gamers can totally be themselves.

• Basic membership: Free
• Silver Quest (two months): $35
• Gold Quest (four months): $70

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BEST TO TOTALLY BE YOURSELF

OkCupid

This OG dating site recently got a makeover and is home to millions of fun, woke singles.

• Free version: Yes, but limited
• One month of Basic: $29.99
• Three months of Basic: $59.97
• Six months of Basic: $89.94
• One month of Premium: $39.99
• Three months of Premium: $79.98
• Six months of Premium: $119.94

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BEST FOR GETTING LAID

AdultFriendFinder

If you can get past the fact that it looks like an ad for a deserted strip club, you'll get some serious satisfaction and a confidence boost.

• Free version: Yes
• One month of Gold: $27.95
• Three months of Gold: $59.85
• 12 months of Gold: $179.40

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BEST FOR SETTING UP REAL DATES

Coffee Meets Bagel

Screw endless browsing: CMB focus on in-depth profiles and only sends curated matches.

• Basic membership: Free
• One month of Premium: $35
• Three months of Premium: $75
• Six months of Premium: $120

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BEST IF YOU BELIEVE IN LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT

Happn

Rom-com geeks will love how serendipitous Happn is, as it matches you with people you've seen in real life.

• Basic membership: Free
• One month of Premium: $24.99
• Six months of Premium: $89.99
• 12 months of Premium: $119.99

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BEST FOR THOSE WHO APPRECIATE A GOOD ALGORITHM

eharmony

If you love gaming but hate playing games, eharmony could find you someone serious â€" if you can ignore the conservative vibe.

• Basic Membership: Free
• Premium light six month membership: $119.40
• Premium Plus 12 month membership: $166.80
• Premium Extra 24 month membership: $213.60

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BEST FOR NOT LEAVING THE HOUSE

Cams.com

Not ready to interact IRL? HD streaming and Bluetooth sex toys can help.

• 100 tokens: $12
• 250 tokens: $26
• 500 tokens: $50
• 1,000 tokens: $99

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BEST FOR SUPERFANS

SoulGeek

If Cosplay, Comic-Con, and Crunchy Roll are your love language, you can find a kindred spirit here.

• Basic membership: Free

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BEST FOR KINKY GEEKS

ALT

Geek in the streets but freak in the streets? Bond over bondage on this BDSM site.

• One month of Silver: $19.95
• Three months of Silver: $35.97
• 12 months of Silver: $99.97
• One month of Gold: $29.95
• Three months of Gold: $59.97
• 12 months of Gold: $149.97

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BEST FOR POTTERHEADS

Dating For Muggles

Most Harry Potter fans refuse to date someone who isn't up on their knowledge, so Dating for Muggles is a start.

• Basic membership: Free
• 5-day trial: $3.49
• One month: $20.99
• Three months: $27.99

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