A new dating app named Bebs has launched with a focus on in-person interaction, leveraging a combination of pre-paid local experiences and community-driven features. The U.S.-based dating platform, developed by Beber Inc., enables users to send invitations for dinners at participating restaurants using a prepaid model, circumventing the ambiguity often associated with online dates. This integration not only encourages genuine connections but also supports over 2,000 local businesses across the country.
The platform’s standout feature is its use of “Bebs Cards” – physical cards embedded with unique QR codes designed to initiate real-world meetings. Individuals can hand these cards to someone they meet offline, who then choose to connect via the app. This approach bridges the digital-physical divide, reinforcing the app’s ethos of facilitating authentic human encounters rather than endless virtual browsing.
Beyond dates, Bebs includes a marketplace where users can send real or virtual gifts – ranging from flowers to personalized items – enhancing the emotional dimension of interactions. The app also features a tab for non-matching users, further diversifying pathways to connection. Users can verify identities via government IDs and restaurants must pass a KYC process, improving safety and trust for all parties involved .
Available on iOS and Android, Bebs has seen mixed user reviews, averaging 2.7 stars on Google Play but receiving glowing praise, such as a 4.6 rating on Apple’s App Store. These ratings reflect an early adopter audience drawn to its social-first dating approach. While still emerging, Bebs aims to create value for singles and local entrepreneurs by encouraging meaningful engagement rather than casual browsing – a fresh take on matchmaking through shared experiences and place-based interaction.
