Raya

Follow me on instagram @ Omithepeanut I model, I’m a stylist, content creation and I do graphic design. -24 -Greek & Jamaican

I waited forever to get on this app. Which was ridiculous. Then when I get on, I don't get anybody in my city, I don't get any likes is just a horrible app. Horrible, horrible horrible worst app ever

Best dating and networking app!!!

I’ve had dating apps in the past and I’ve always matched with someone within 30 minutes. On this app, I have not matched with a single person and it’s been two days. Very weird and it feels like a waste. I’m on the plan costing $24.99 a month the restrictions are quite ridiculous. I can only message five people or then I have to pay extra money? Again odd, I would’ve given it 2 stars if I could see my matches but I can’t even do that. And then you have to pay $49.99 a month to see who likes you. Which I know all dating apps up charge on that, but not being able to connect with my matches even though I’m paying is crazy.

The most frustrating aspect of Raya is the severely limited number of swipes allowed—just a few, twice a day. Once you’ve used up your swipes, the app disables the feature, claiming it’s to encourage users to engage with their current matches. This approach is flawed for two key reasons: 1) It assumes that users have active matches to converse with, and 2) it presumes those matches are actually responsive. Additionally, the app doesn’t prioritize showing you users who have already swiped right on you. This means you could have numerous potential matches waiting in the wings, but it might take days or even weeks to discover them, if at all. This inefficiency makes the entire experience feel more frustrating than it needs to be

You match with ppl, message them and never hear from them. After 4 months of paying for the Raya+ membership, I decided to give up.

Lacks a variety of culture. I hate the fact that it shows me so many people from so far away.

It seems self-evident to me that “exclusivity” on a dating app is nonsensical. Think about it…

The functionality of the app is nice, but there are slim pickings when it comes to profiles. The app trends super young, mostly for 22 - 35 year olds. There has been so much ado about being approved to get on Raya as a public figure or extraordinarily successful person, but that’s not the case. I’ve been surprised to see medical assistants, nurses and just random entry level careers. If you want a wider selection, there’s an upcharge. I paid for an upgraded membership which did show me more than the basic in terms of options, but it didn’t make much of a difference in finding a good match. After a year, I had little to no interest in any of my matches and never went out on a single date. I would also see the same profiles over and over and over again. The selection has been extremely limited. I believe the app’s biggest pitfall is the lack of people of color. There are some absolutely stunning, modelesque people on Raya if you’re not seeking a person of color and if this is your preference, this will be the app for you. No shade at all. I would definitely recommend it in that case. I just don’t think it’s worth all of the hoopla. I could had a V8.

The quality has CHANGED. Being accepted and on the app now has turned into more of a flex than an actual way of meeting quality singles. It’s over saturated, they show you the same people over and over and not as exclusive anymore. It’s a bunch of people putting in low effort (not even creating bios), mindlessly swiping, matching then never speaking.