SCRUFF - Gay Dating & Chat

Name: SCRUFF - Gay Dating & Chat
Rating: 4.4 (27109 reviews)
Author: Perry Street Software, Inc

By: Perry Street Software, Inc App

Match, connect & meet new guys

Overview

Version:

8.13.0

Last updated: 2026-07-16

Features & Capabilities

SCRUFF is the top-rated LGBTQ+-owned dating and chat app for gay, bi, trans, and queer people. It prioritizes privacy and security with an ad-free experience and a commitment not to sell user data.

Key features include advanced search and filters, rich profiles with photos and albums, verification badges, video chat, and the SCRUFF Match and Explore modes to discover people and LGBTQ events worldwide. The app emphasizes safety with 24/7 support, secure data across devices, and a privacy-first approach.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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By:

Perry Street Software, Inc

Rating:

4.40

(27,109) 120 new ratings

Version:

8.13.0 Last updated: 2026-07-16

Version code:

888322083

Creation date:

2010-07-24

Compatible devices:

Size:

208.32MB

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-07-25

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 9,918 ▲ 134

Other rankings

#23 in The Best Dating Apps

#30 in Meet People, Make Plans

#2 in gay keyword 3

#21 in cause keyword 25 ▲

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Other platforms

SCRUFF (v8.12.0)

13,065,674 3.47

(116,743)

For Developers

Monetize with App Pass Boost with Extension Booster

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Developed by:

Perry Street Software, Inc

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/scruff-gay-dating-chat/id380015247

Website:

https://www.scruff.com

User Reviews

Scruff is seen by many as better than Grindr with real active members and functional premium options, but widespread paywalls throttling core features, rampant spam, and reliability issues color the experience. The Moments feature and lack of archive chat management are common annoyances, while some users praise the app for quick chats and a cleaner ad experience. Overall, solid for genuine connections but marred by monetization, safety, and stability concerns.

Pros

Real, active members and quick onboarding to chat with local men; users report genuine profiles.
Premium features work and ads are not as intrusive as on some competing apps (e.g., Grindr).
Interface and overall experience are preferred over Grindr by several reviewers.

Cons

Core features and protections (e.g., blocking, sex-preference filters) are locked behind paywalls.
High prevalence of spam, scammers, and low-quality profiles that are hard to filter out.
Moments feature is disliked and difficult or impossible to disable.
Archiving chats is lacking; no accessible archive inbox to view older conversations.
Frequent bugs, crashes, slow servers, and subscription-related glitches.

Recent reviews

A lot to like about this app, the home page is not one of them. I have no desire to look at men half a world away who I will never possibly meet. I’d suggest the home page feature men in my area.

by jr*****, 2026-07-16

Because: -the interface is so much better -they have ONE price for a subscription -they aren’t constantly trying to upsell you to get access to features -maybe it’s just me, but I feel the guys on Scruff are just nicer and there are fewer flakes