eHarmony Review by Kristin
Here’s my review of one dating site that is very different from the rest. eHarmony (www.eharmony.com) is unlike other online dating, matching, relationship or social networking site. In comparison, many others are not actually match-making but give you a cafeteria style way of choosing your mate online. Founded by relationship expert Dr. Neil Clark Warren who you have likely heard pitch the service on radio and television commercials, eHarmony’s “Everlasting Love” campaign is a true testimony to what the site is trying to achieve. eHarmony is the first and only site that helps users build serious relationships for life-long love and happiness. It gives the opportunity for people, who would not normally meet, a way to find each other.
Individuals are carefully matched using eHarmony’s patented Compatibility Matching System. You are matched by 436 questions designed to select individuals who share a deep level of compatibility to you which gives a visual of how many you have answered and how far you still must go to finish. You find out a lot about yourself before you even pay one dollar for the service. The questions are in various categories, from values, character, and intellect to sense of humor passion and goals. By answering these questions to get your matches, you know that eHarmony has a deep commitment to having you succeed in finding the love of your life.
Members cannot browse for matches like many of the other dating websites. You will not be able to see someone’s profile unless you are matched by the compatibility model. The model matches members based on if their profiles are similar to those of married couples who are very satisfied and report being married to the love of their life. They offer “guided” communication, helping you to break the ice and learn basic things about the other person. eHarmony’s unique process of getting acquainted begins with a series of questions sent via email. It is structured so that members get to know each other slowly and progressively. If your member match does not answer the questions, you will not be able to continue the communications.
eHarmony service costs more than other dating sites because its users want more than just a date. eHarmony members are very serious about meeting someone special. They pay $49.95 for a one-month subscription, $99.95 for a three-month subscription, $149.95 for a six-month subscription, and $249.95 for an entire year of membership. The price is not for the faint at heart. eHarmony members make a true commitment to finding their perfect match. The cost may appear high on the surface, however you have to compare track records. eHarmony has the highest rate of matching now married couples who used a website to find each other. If you are truly looking for the Mr. or Ms. Right, this is the right place for you.
The integrity of eHarmony shows in its commitment to its members. During ad campaigns, the couples are true eHarmony members who met and married. eHarmony has even partnered with Tiffany & Co. Each eHarmony couple that notifies the company of their marriage will receive a Tiffany bowl as a wedding gift. They have found a formula match people well because they know what makes a good relationship work.
eHarmony – Free Personality Profile
January 14th, 2008
I think eHarmony is a great place for singles to find the love of their life. You need to be careful when you are a first time user of an online dating service. Some of the other online dating sites don’t screen their applicants as thoroughly as eHarmony does, and as such chances are you might not be as successful. eHarmony also puts out promotional codes that can save you hundreds of dollars every month.
November 20th, 2008
I cant say that my experience with eharmony has been anything other than dissappointing.Out of 500 matches I only made it to the open communication with 3 people .2 lost interest and one stood me up 2 times.Although I closed down quite a few matches,i really cant say that anyone I was matched with appealled to me,nor I to them and I filled out my questionarrie as accurate as possible twice.I am an attractive 42 year old single man,make an excellent income and am told by my friends wives that they are shocked that this is the result.I wont return and wouldn’t recommend this service to anyone.
May 25th, 2009
Without Kristin’s detail of her personal experience on eHarmony, this “review” is nothing more than a PR exercise, and is of no use to those who want true feedback. Do you work for eHarmony Kristin?
September 4th, 2009
I am baffled by my inability to log on to my page on eharmony. I spent a few weeks in the US on vacation; while there I joined eharmony and indicated that I work abroad and will return to the US next summer August 2010, one of my question related to long-distance relationships. Since my return here, I have been unable to access my account. Two email messages were returned, I receive error messages whenever I try to open the eharmony page. Any suggestions?
October 5th, 2009
I too find that internet dating websites don’t really work.
Caution is usually perceive as playing game and not honest.
And first impression from photo take too much emphasis on getting the right match to be interested in you.
But in reality, i believe people are usually atttractive because of their personality rather than a few photo impressions. Nope, dating online websites just don’t work for me.
November 14th, 2009
E-Harmony – what a disappointment! 9 months of using the site and of the nearly 342 matches, only 4 were within a 70 mile radius. It appears that if you are in a place like central MN, take a pass. If you are in a major population center, give it a try.
January 30th, 2010
i Agree with Ed,this sounds like a pr ad,not a testimonial.
after wasting both my time and money on eharmony,all i can say is Dont Waste Your Time!
go somewheres else!