Online Dating Services Sites: Which Is Which?

Online dating services are thriving after almost 10 years. Some people might succeed in finding Mr. or Ms. Right through them. Some might not. But for those who still have not lost hope in finding that special person through these services, here are the top online dating services.

MatchMaker.com, with a monthly rate of $8.33 to $19.95, has an approximate number of 8 million members and communication is carried out either through IM or e-mail. Reviews have it that MatchMaker is one of the best online services. It boasts of two major features: a.) user-friendly site and b.) One of the most comprehensive profiles online. The profiling consists of an extensive questionnaire and an optional essay.

YahooPersonals has a monthly rate of $7.50 to $19.95 and has more than 5 million members. IM and e-mail is the form of communication with this online dating service. It is loved for its refined search engine. Categories such as living area, age and interests can be used to improve the search process. YahooPersonals has this Premier version that offers a more in-depth profile for those in search of more than casual dating.

DreamDates.com has a monthly rate of $9 to $24.95 and 3.5 million members. Members' interaction is supported by chat, IM, e-mail, and voice. DreamDates offers a better communication option of allowing members to talk to each other. It is available in two versions - a Romance membership or an Erotica option.

AmericanSingles.com is available for the monthly fee of $16.50 to 24.95. Its more than 10 million members communicate through IM, e-mail or chat. If you are interested in allowing communication with a person who has shown interest, but are not totally at ease with them, with American Singles, you can remain anonymous. This service has a "Tease" message feature, which is a fun and non-committal way of getting in touch with members you find attractive.

Match.com has a monthly membership fee of $9.95 - 24.95. Its 15 million members communicate through e-mail or chat. It takes pride in its user-friendly website that offers side-by-side comparisons of each others requirements to facilitate the "search."

With all this information about various online dating services sites, your search for "the one" will be made easier. Good luck!