Alternative to HeeSay
A nearby profile is only the beginning.
HeeSay brings gay dating, chat and community together. Curious about meeting through a personal introduction? Known starts by getting to know you: your life, your interests and what you're looking for. We'll introduce one person at a time and help arrange a date when you both say yes. See what happens when the conversation moves off your phone.
i actually liked how they took care of picking the whole date place for me.
Such a great app and I felt so safe
I went on a great date, it was nice the whole experience was sort of all taken care of for me.. restaurant was nice and I’d try it again
How Known works
A little more personal.
Swipeless dating.
You don't browse people. You're introduced to them.
Known starts by getting to know you. Not just your profile, but how you think, what you value, and who you're drawn to.
From there, we introduce you to one person at a time. Someone chosen with intention. Someone worth meeting.
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No endless options. No small talk.
If there's mutual interest, we set the date. Time, place, everything handled. All you have to do is show up.
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It gets better over time.
After each date, Known learns. What felt right. What didn't. What surprised you.
So every introduction becomes more accurate. More natural. More you.
Less searching. More knowing.
Try it nowHow is Known different?
Want a date that fits your life?
Your preferences matter.
Your match, preferences, and availability help shape the date. Known looks for a place that fits, not just somewhere to meet.
More than a good first photo?
Meet someone chosen for you
There’s a lot about you that could never fit into a dating profile. At Known, we get to know all the little things that make you, you - your quirks, values, aspirations, and what you’re looking for in a relationship. We do the same with your potential matches, so we can introduce you to someone we believe you’ll have real compatibility with.
Who is making the actual plan?
We make the date happen
When you and your match are ready to meet, Known finds a time that works for both of you, picks a spot nearby, books the reservation, and sends you the details. We take care of everything so you don’t have to.
Too many profiles, not enough possibility?
Dating that cares about your time
Known is searching for your match every day, so you don’t have to spend hours swiping or checking for someone new. When we find someone you want to meet, we plan the date and send you the details. You just have to show up.
Still wondering where it’s going?
Meet people looking for what you are
Known is a community of intentional daters who are ready for a real relationship. Whether you’re newly single, divorced, have been dating for a while, or simply ready to find your person - our matchmaker gets to know you and what you’re looking for so we can find the same in the people we introduce you to.
Ready to get off the screen?
Skip the pen-pal phase
We believe chemistry is best discovered in person, not over a screen. Known skips the endless small talk and conversations that go nowhere, so you can see if there’s a spark in person. Once you both say yes to an introduction, Known finds a time that works and plans the date. Save the real getting-to-know-you part for when you meet.
Known vs HeeSay
| The details | HeeSay | |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | Gay dating, friendship and LGBTQ+ communities. | Personal matchmaking for people looking for a relationship. |
| How you connect | Discover nearby profiles and chat through text or voice messages. | A personal introduction, followed by date planning when you both say yes. |
| Your phone | iOS and Android. | iOS and Android. |
| Book the date | Date booking isn’t advertised. | We choose a time and place and handle the reservation. |
| Cost | Free download; in-app purchases. | Free matchmaking and date booking. Food and drinks are separate. |
| No subscription | Premium subscriptions available. | No subscription. No monthly dating bill. |
This app is incredible. I love how it works, it’s a great UI and really pairs you with someone you actually would be compatible with. I’d recommend this to anyone who wants to get set up the same way you’d get set up by mutuals.
the app design is literally stunning like tf?? it appeals to the genz audience well i feel, better than hinge, better than tinder
Got to know me better than I know myself and actually got me dates with interesting people. 10/10 recommend
Some of our favorite places
Where Known dates take place
Point Loma / San Diego
Cesarina
Cesarina is a colorful Point Loma trattoria with a bougainvillea-covered patio that’s especially nice for a date on a warm night. Pasta is made in house, with plenty of dishes to split, and the tiramisu is finished tableside.
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Russian Hill / San Francisco
Bar Bibi
Chef Bahman Safari opened Bar Bibi last year in Russian Hill, turning a two-story corner space into a cozy neighborhood wine bar. For a date, the pillow-lined nooks tucked against the windows make for an intimate spot to settle in over a bottle.
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Jackson Square / San Francisco
Cassava San Francisco
Cassava is now a daytime Japanese-Californian café in Jackson Square, tucked into the courtyard at One Jackson Place. Meet for matcha beneath the palms, then stay for a bento or a sando if neither of you is in a hurry.
Go on a date here with KnownA few possibilities from our venue library. Your date’s location depends on your match, preferences, and availability.
A little more to know
Good questions.
Where is Known available?
How do I delete my account?
Do I get to talk to my date before meeting them?
How long does it take to chat with the matchmaker?
Why do I need a friend to vouch for me?
Is Known available on Android?
Your pocket matchmaker
Less searching.
More knowing.
A conversation. An introduction. A date worth getting ready for.
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