Let’s face it: Dating is hard. Swiping endlessly on dating apps, blindly walking into a setup your friends assured you would be “perfect,” and waiting in vain to meet someone organically can sometimes be disheartening (to put it lightly). This is particularly true for those of us looking for a partner who’s chill with cannabis.
Sure, recreational weed hasn’t been legalized and/or decriminalized in every state, but you should be able to find someone with a mutual love for smoking a joint or enjoying an edible no matter where you live. (Life, and stoners, find a way.) That’s why we’ve scoured the web to find the best 420 dating sites and apps where you can connect with like-minded individuals who enjoy cannabis just as much as you do.
Whether you’ve had that super-awkward first date where you’ve suddenly become an unofficial criminal to the other person, or just want to skip the hassle of discussing it altogether, we’ve got you covered with a list of 420-friendly dating sites to make your search for a canna-lover as stress-free as possible. So, pack your favorite strain and get ready to meet your match.
Cannabis culture and 420-friendly dating in 2023
Before we introduce you to the world of 420-friendly dating, let’s take a second to look at some facts.
As of Aug 23, 2023, 21 states (as well as Washington, D.C. and Guam) have legalized recreational marijuana; Virginia and Minnesota will also legalize recreational weed in 2024 and 2025, respectively.
Approximately 88% of adults want to legalize weed. According to the Pew Research Center, 88% of U.S. adults favor legalizing marijuana for medical or recreational use. Only 10% of adults say it shouldn’t be legal at all.
Weed has the potential to improve your love life. In 2019, Match’s Singles in America survey revealed that smokers were 151% more likely to be dating someone when compared to nonsmokers. What’s more? Smokers were 109% more likely to have had multiple orgasms and had 3.6% more orgasms per sexual encounter.
More than filters: Finding a weed-friendly partner is easier than ever
By now, you’re probably thinking: This is great, but how do I find the right 420-friendly dating site for me? Luckily, there are unique dating sites designed specifically for this purpose — think High There! and My420Mate. If you’re more into the mainstream dating sites (we’re looking at you, match, and Zoosk), you can use filters built into the apps to find your ideal smoking buddy.
Some of the best 420-friendly dating apps even have filters specifically for weed users, making it super easy to find other stoners looking for love.
How much do weed-friendly dating sites cost?
Each site and app we mention below has a free version you can sign up for — though, these basic membership levels offer varying access to the apps’ features. However, if you’re serious about things, it can be worth shelling out the cash for premium membership tiers, which unlock more features that, in turn, should theoretically unlock more (or better) matches and, therefore, more dates. Price points exist for almost every budget, too, so you can choose the service that feels the best for you.
Here are the best dating sites for cannabis enthusiasts and 420-friendly singles looking for love in 2023.
UPDATE: Aug. 23, 2023, 4:20 p.m. EDT This article has been updated to reflect the Mashable team’s latest experiences with dating sites and apps. We selected a best overall option and removed two apps (Zoosk and EliteSingles) that weren’t providing good results for 420 singles.
How we tested
We wanted to make sure that these 420-friendly sites were the best of the best, so we really put them to the test. Over the years, Mashable has reviewed all of the best dating apps, and we’re always looking to connect users with the right niche dating app for them.
We created accounts on each of the sites featured here and explored their features — we wanted to see how easy it was to set up a profile, navigate the app or site, and connect with potential partners. We also paid close attention to the quality of the matching algorithms and how well they aligned with our preferences and relationship goals.
We took a close look at the safety and security measures to ensure our readers could use these sites without worry. We also checked out the profile verification processes, privacy settings, and reporting mechanisms for suspicious activity.
Finally, we read through user testimonials and success stories to see what other daters had to say about these sites. We were especially interested in hearing about their experiences finding compatible partners and building long-term relationships.
After all of our testing, we narrowed our list to the best 420-friendly dating sites, apps, and social media platforms. We believe these sites offer the best chance of finding a compatible partner who shares your interests and lifestyle.
