Our verdict
RSVP has been Australia’s homegrown dating site since 1997. It is free to search and wink, and conversations are unlocked with Stamps — a model that suits people who would rather pay for a few real conversations than a subscription.
Bottom line: A strong choice for Australians over 35 who want a relationship. Younger daters will find more people on Hinge or Tinder.
Great for: Australians over 35 looking for a relationship
Not ideal for: People outside Australia or under 30.
Australia's homegrown dating site
RSVP launched in 1997, which makes it Australia's longest-running dating site and one of the few that grew up locally rather than arriving from the US. It is built like a classic site: you create a profile, search the whole membership with filters, read profiles and photos, and send a Wink to show interest — all for free.
What makes RSVP different is how conversations work. Instead of paying a subscription just to reply, you use Stamps. One Stamp unlocks a conversation with one specific person for 30 days. You can buy Stamps individually or get a batch each month with a Premium subscription. It is a pay-for-what-you-use model that suits people who would rather have a few real conversations than hundreds of half-hearted ones.
Who it suits: Australians over about 35 who want a relationship, like searching for themselves, and value a local membership across the states — including outside Sydney and Melbourne.
What to keep in mind: RSVP is Australia-only, the design is older than modern apps, and if you like to chat with many people at once, Stamps add up quickly. Stamps that come with a subscription disappear if the subscription lapses, so use them.
Our tip: send Winks freely first. When someone Winks back, you know a Stamp will not be wasted.
RSVP at a glance
| Audience | Mostly 35–60, Australia only |
|---|---|
| Typical goal | Relationships |
| Free version | Yes — Create a profile, Search the full membership, View profiles and photos, Send Winks |
| Paid from | ≈ A$17 per Stamp (see all plans) |
| Platforms | iOS, Android, Web |
Pros and cons
Pros
- Large Australian membership
- Relationship-minded, mostly 35+
- Free to search and send Winks
- Pay-per-conversation option
Cons
- Stamps make messaging costly if you are chatty
- Australia only
- Older design
- Unused subscription Stamps are lost when it lapses
Key features
- Stamps
- A Stamp opens a conversation with one person for 30 days, so you pay only for the chats you want.
- Australian membership
- A local site since 1997, with members across all states — useful outside the big cities.
- Detailed search
- Search the whole membership by age, location and more, then read full profiles.
How much does RSVP cost?
| Plan | Indicative price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | Create a profile, Search the full membership, View profiles and photos, Send Winks |
| Premium | ≈ A$22–52/mo | Stamps to start conversations (more on longer terms, unlimited on 12 months), Messaging with the people you stamp |
| Stamps (one-off) | ≈ A$17 each, cheaper in packs | Unlock a conversation with one person for 30 days |
Prices are indicative, in US dollars unless another currency is shown, and were checked September 23, 2026. Apps often charge different amounts by country, age, platform and plan length — confirm the final price in the app before paying.
Want the full breakdown and ways to save? Read our RSVP pricing guide and free trial options.
Is RSVP safe?
RSVP moderates profiles and offers reporting. Never send money to someone you have not met, however long you have been talking.
Before meeting anyone, follow our verification checklist.
Not sure RSVP is right for you?
These alternatives may suit you better depending on your goals. See all RSVP alternatives.
Best for: Serious relationships and marriage
- Strong focus on long-term compatibility
- Serious, older user base
- Less time wasted on swiping
- Free version
- Limited
- Paid from
- ≈ $25/mo
Best for: Finding a relationship in your 20s and 30s
- Detailed, conversation-friendly profiles
- Strong focus on real relationships
- Free version is usable
- Free version
- Yes
- Paid from
- ≈ $30/mo
Best for: Busy professionals
- Educated, career-focused members
- Serious intentions
- Less time-consuming than swiping
- Free version
- Limited
- Paid from
- ≈ $30/mo
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RSVP FAQ
Is RSVP free?
It is free to join, search, view profiles and send Winks. Talking to someone needs a Stamp, bought singly or through Premium.
What is an RSVP Stamp?
A Stamp unlocks a conversation with one specific person for 30 days.
Is RSVP only in Australia?
Yes — it is an Australian site, so its members are in Australia.