Whim (iOS)

Hey Product Hunters, Benji and I have been working on Whim for a year and are thrilled to finally send it out into the hands of single people everywhere! Whim is a mobile app that sets up . . . wait for it . . . actual dates. We’re solving for the frustration of endless and often fruitless back-and-forth texting on today’s dating apps. Simply tell Whim when you’re free and whom you want to meet, then sit back as we coordinate all the logistics for you - including a specific time and bar or cafe for the first date. We’re even starting to work in free drinks at local watering holes, and are going to expand these perks as we grow. Once a date is set up, you are able to chat with the person prior to meeting, and of course we only set up dates among pairs who have expressed mutual interest. Our mission is to make your dating life efficient and awesome by facilitating magical, real-life connections. We're eager to hear from the community with thoughts, questions, or even random dating horror stories that you just want to get off your chest :). Thank you so much for the support! Eve & Benji

This looks like a great approach. The point of online dating is to go on dates, not to review countless profiles. Do you or will you let people specify preferences for venue suggestions?

I was immediately blown away by Whim's slogan when we first met last year at 500Startups - Go on a date tonight. The approach is refreshing and intriguing. Too bad it was for LA only at the time. It's a must try.

Great idea @evecpeters. Are you monetizing off the dates themselves? Are you partnering with the venues?

Love the idea. Not so much of its execution though. App is super buggy and the user flow leaves much to be desired so far. Do you have to login with your phone number and an access code every time? Whim isn't available in my city, but I signed up to be on the email list and still get some authentication errors.

I think it's a neat idea using dates instead of text. I was expecting blind dates before reading your post. Should try out blind dates. Cheers.

Like this a lot! Often the logistics get in the way of perfectly good matches and the fact that you can offer some discounts/perks really ads a great incentive to check out new places, like a groupon for dates! Many guys tired of being tasked with picking a spot are sighing in relief!