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Alternative to Timeleft

A table for two.

Dinner with new people can be a lovely way to spend an evening. If you're trying Timeleft but hoping for a little romance, Known is here for the date-for-two version. Tell us about yourself, meet someone we think you'll click with, and let us help with the planning when you both want to meet.

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4.7App Store monthly average
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This app is awesome. It makes life in San Diego so fun. Definitely recommend
evhdkcksApp Store review
Update: I went on my first date and honestly really enjoyed it. We’re going on a second date this weekend.
Roeroeroeyourboat4App Store review
the setup process was pretty quick and i think this app is more genuine than most dating apps
lt_spiceApp Store review
Very impressive. I have to admit, it felt like a was in an episode of “black mirror” but I appreciate the thoroughness of the AI and the whole experience. Well done!
Asa RittermannApp Store review
I’ve always been against dating apps but this is my favorite one, I 100% recommend
cody bellingerApp Store review
Best dating app I’ve seen. Very excited to use it. Also-didn’t know my phone could vibrate like that, that onboarding video was AWESOME. 10/10
Positive Girl 222App Store review

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.

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How is Known different?

Looking for a one-on-one connection?

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.

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.

Will someone get to know you first?

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.

An event to attend, or a date to share?

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.

What happens after the evening ends?

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.

A room full of people, or one introduction?

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.

Known vs Timeleft

The detailsTimeleft
Focus
Personal matchmaking for people looking for a relationship.
Making friends through shared social experiences.
Getting to know you
A conversation about your values, preferences and relationship goals.
A personality test helps shape your dinner group.
Manual swiping
None. We find your match; you decide whether to meet.
No profile swiping; join a matched dinner group.
Book the date
We choose a time and place and handle the reservation.
Arranges a restaurant for your matched dinner group.
Cost
Free matchmaking and date booking. Food and drinks are separate.
Paid event access; food and drinks cost extra.
No subscription
No subscription. No monthly dating bill.
One-, three- or six-month plans.
This is such a cool app I love that it is curated and personalized. I genuinely feel in good hands
GigiialcApp Store review
Seriously this is the only app that doesn’t waste your time. Been on 2 dates so far and I just deleted hinge bc it doesn’t feel worth it anymore. Ty Known🩷
Gurlygirlgirl7App Store review
Known is like a better hinge, it’s a great matchmaking service/dating app.
guitardogstacosninersApp Store review
Seamless user interface, cool design and great overall concept!
hoorah32App Store review
Beautiful UI, such a clean user experience with great haptic feedback that makes the app come alive. Definitely recommending to friends in search of a dating app!
Ellie StrandeApp Store review
Love that I get to talk about myself and the app makes my profile for me. The matching is unique and love that they planned the venue and got reservations for us.
Will - SFApp Store review
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Some of our favorite places

Where Known dates take place

A bookstore lounge with tall shelves, green sofas and navy armchairs, and a bar counter under a dark arch that reads Book Society.

Berkeley

Book Society

Browse books from an armchair with a glass of wine at Book Society, a bookstore and wine lounge in Elmwood. Self-pour wine in small tastes, glasses or full bottles, with zero-ABV options on the short list.

Go on a date here with Known
A visitor at an interactive exhibit display with a glowing solar image behind her.

San Diego

Fleet Science Center

Get hands-on with more than 100 exhibits at Fleet Science Center, an indoor science museum in Balboa Park. Admission includes one documentary in the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater, plus exhibits such as Digital Me, Mechanics Alive, and Space Gallery.

Go on a date here with Known

A 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?
Known is live in the Bay Area and San Diego, with plans to expand worldwide soon. If you’re outside the US, join the worldwide waitlist to be notified when we launch in your city.
How long does it take to chat with the matchmaker?
A typical conversation takes around 15 minutes, but take your time. You can always pause and come back to it whenever you're ready. We suggest finding a quiet place with good internet for the best experience.
How do I delete my account?
Sorry to see you go. If you'd like to withdraw your application to Known you can do so by deleting your account in settings. All data will be deleted within 30 days of the request, abiding by data compliance. We recommend pausing your account, because if you withdraw, you will re-enter the waitlist upon returning.
Does Known plan the first date?
Yes! Once you confirm your match and your schedules align, we select a venue based on both of your locations and make the reservation. All you have to do is show up and be yourself.
Why has my application not been approved yet?
Great question. If you are interested in applying for Known you must first complete your application. Applications are reviewed periodically by our team and the decision timeline can range anywhere from a couple days to several weeks. Application completion does not guarantee admittance to Known and memberships can be revoked.
Do I get to talk to my date before meeting them?
Yes, you can chat with your date at 7 AM on the morning of your reservation. Just enough time to work out any last minute details. Plenty of time to break the ice, without overthinking it.

Your pocket matchmaker

Less searching.
More knowing.

A conversation. An introduction. A date worth getting ready for.

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Known arranging a date, shown on an iPhone