Why use dating sites?

Today's singles are often busy with work and other concerns that keep them off the dating scene. Even those who have the time aren't always happy with their options. Many peole don't care to cruise bars for dates these days. Conventional methods of meeting people - at church, social groups/functions, common interests, or through friends - don't always work out with everyone moving in different circles and actually moving physically frequently for work or other opportunities, making it difficult to meet eligible singles.

The 21st century alternative to traditional dating is dating sites that promise to bring people together. Paid sites like match.com and eHarmony boast of their success in not only getting people together, but getting them to the altar! But what about those of us who don't have money to invest in finding a mate during the economic crisis? There are plenty of free sites and/or sites that offer some services free of charge. These include popular sites Plenty of Fish and Tagged, as well as less known sites such as Net Log and Badoo.

I've tried out all of the above and a few others and will be sharing my insights about dating sites that are basically free on this blog. Some of what I share will be very personal and some will reflect my own personal bias. However, everything I share, though very subjective, will present as balanced a view of each site as I can give based on my own personal experiences.