Best for: Serious relationships and marriage
- Strong focus on long-term compatibility
- Detailed quiz and compatibility scores
- Free Basic membership with no time limit
- Free version
- Limited
- Premium
- shown after you sign up
Comparison
SeniorMatch vs OurTime: Which Is Better? (2026)
Both are dating sites for over-50s where starting a conversation is paid. OurTime has a simpler site from Match Group; SeniorMatch adds a free way to reply and video chat.
Quick verdict
OurTime wins overall for most people. Choose SeniorMatch if you like community features such as forums and groups. Choose OurTime if you want the simplest site with the most members your age.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | SeniorMatch | OurTime |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 3.7 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Best for | Over-50s who want a site just for their age group | Over 50s who like to browse |
| Audience | 50+ | Built for people over 50; minimum age 18 |
| Typical goal | Relationships and companionship | Dating and companionship |
| Free version | Limited | Limited |
| Paid from | ≈ $33.99 for 1 month (US App Store) | ≈ $19.99 for 1 week (US App Store) |
| Platforms | iOS, Android, Web | iOS, Android, Web |
| Community extras | Forums and groups | Basic |
| Video chat | Yes, for members | Limited |
| Support | Says it offers 24/7 live support | Online contact form |
Scores
SeniorMatch
- Match quality
- 3.6
- Features
- 3.8
- Value for money
- 3.6
- Safety
- 4.0
- Ease of use
- 3.9
OurTime
- Match quality
- 3.8
- Features
- 3.7
- Value for money
- 3.8
- Safety
- 3.8
- Ease of use
- 4.3
SeniorMatch: pros and cons
Pros
- For people over 50
- Standard members can reply for free
- Voice and video calls
- Social-only option
Cons
- One person in each chat must have Premium
- Only Premium members can hide a profile
- Smaller and less known than OurTime or Match
- Deleted accounts restore if you log back in within six months
Read our full SeniorMatch review →
OurTime: pros and cons
Pros
- Built for people over 50
- Very easy to use
- Free to search and like
- One-week and one-month plans
Cons
- Messaging generally needs a subscription
- Plans charged up front, with a possible processing fee
- Fewer features than bigger sites
Pricing compared
SeniorMatch paid plans start at ≈ $33.99 for 1 month (US App Store); OurTime paid plans start at ≈ $19.99 for 1 week (US App Store). Prices vary by country and plan length — see SeniorMatch pricing and OurTime pricing.
Neither feels right? Consider these
Best for: Serious daters who like to search
- Large, relationship-minded community
- Free members can chat with their matches
- Strong search, on the web and in apps
- Free version
- Yes
- Paid from
- ≈ $19.99 (US App Store)
Frequently asked questions
Is SeniorMatch better than OurTime?
OurTime is bigger; SeniorMatch offers more community features. Try both free to see which is busier near you.
Are both only for over-50s?
Both are designed for over-50s.