Vocalove, a dating app where matches come through your ears
Summary
Vocalove is a new voice-first dating app that puts recorded audio introductions at the center of user profiles instead of prioritizing photos. Users browse nearby audio profiles, match on mutual interest, and carry out private conversations that focus mainly on voice messages; adding selfies is optional. The app highlights accessibility with full VoiceOver support, targets iOS initially, and was built by independent developer Ebu Celik. Vocalove operates on a freemium model with paid tiers (Vocalove Super and Premium) offering features like unlimited likes and voice messages, ad removal, and profile viewers, with plans roughly €9.99 weekly to €24.99 monthly. The piece frames Vocalove as part of a small 'voice-first' trend while noting such niche approaches face challenges competing with established dating platforms.