If you like Pornhub, these raunchy dating sites are worthy alternatives

Who it's for:

If you’re just in it for the virtual XXX-rated thrills and don’t really want the rigamarole of a dating site or experience, check out Cams.com as an alternative to PornHub. There are hundreds of performers to choose from, ranging from amateurs to pornstars. If you're tired of solo play and want to start chatting and camming with another person immediately, all you have to do is enter your credit card information. It recreates the instant gratification you get from porn sites like Pornhub, but without the potential rejection that comes from dating. There's also the added thrill of interacting in real time with your very own porn star.

Technically, it’s free to sign up, but you'll need to buy tokens or sign up for a premium membership for special features like unlimited viewing, playing the director role in private shows, and receiving special attention from cam models via live chat. 

Why we picked this:

If you're looking for a cam site with HD videos and tons of free content, Cams.com could be a good starting point. Thanks to category filters like body type, kinks, and hair color, you can easily narrow down performers to exactly who you’re looking for that night. There's even a section to save your recently viewed or favorite videos.

While it’s definitely geared toward straight cis men (there's a limited number of male cam and trans models), it still lives up to its billing — it's all about cams, cams, and more cams.

Read our full review of AdultFriendFinder.

Who it's for:

This adult hookup site is here for you when you’re looking for people nearby who also want to get a little freaky. The site has tons of free adult content, including millions of nude photos, adult personals for real-life encounters, and webcams, so there are virtual venues if you prefer those and the chance for IRL connections.

Why we picked this:

There’s a small questionnaire at the beginning to figure out your sexual preferences, which helps you match to other people who are looking for the same thing (you’ll get a percentage indicating how compatible you are with each other).

If you want to chat, that's a premium feature, so you have to pay extra for it, but most of the site’s “activities” are offered free up to a limit. It’s built for singles and couples, so you can find a third in your local area if that’s your thing.

Who it's for:

If you're looking for a kink and fetish dating app, FET is a pretty good place to start, especially if you're new to the scene and want to feel your fantasy without judgment from others.

This dating app (no desktop version) is ideal for kinksters (and people who are kink-curious), fetishists, and anyone else who's open-minded and wants to explore their sexual preferences beyond the traditional norms.

Whether you're into role-playing, consider yourself a Dom or a Sub, or have any other specific kinks or fetishes, FET is a community-driven platform designed to serve a wide range of sexual interests and desires.

Why we picked this:

FET is the ultimate kink and fetish dating app, full stop. Not only does it have a large and diverse user base, but it also features educational materials for people who are new to kink and/or BDSM.

From the start, you can take a BDSM personality test and choose roles to be displayed on your profile (e.g., submissive, little, master, rigger, rope bunny, etc.). And, if you'd like to match with someone based on their BDSM personality, the app has a special section for people who align with your specific kinks and/or fetishes.

There are tons of ways to connect with others, including forums (sectioned by category, like foot fetishes, pet play, etc.), chat rooms, "ads," which are like personals that go up on an Instagram-like feed, and private messaging.

FET is also big on catching fake profiles and scammers. The app lets you verify your profile for free with a selfie verification that's sent to a human support team (though it takes a while to get approved). The app also prohibits findom, pay pigs, sugar babies/sugar daddies, or sugar mommy relationships to make sure that the platform remains focused on genuine kink and fetish connections rather than monetary transactions or exploitation.

Who it's for:

Grindr is the dating app for gay men. It's specifically designed to cater to the needs of the LGBTQ+ community, offering a safe and welcoming space for gay, bi, trans, and queer men to connect.

Why we picked this:

No. 1 gay app Grindr gives you instant access to hundreds of gay and bi profiles of guys in your nearby area — and since it’s one of the most popular gay and queer apps out there, there are a lot of members.

It works like Tinder in that you upload a profile with pics and a little bio, then you can see who’s closest to you and strike up a conversation and exchange pics — members can also leave voice messages in the in-app chat.

The filters are great, too: You can find only people who have uploaded photos with their faces and also filter by what other users are looking for. The site is as casual as you want it to be — while plenty of men use it for hookups, many have also found partners on it. 

Who it's for:

There’s a kinky community out there for everyone, and ALT’s site is perfect for people who are into bondage or BDSM.

ALT makes it easy to find a play partner, thanks to what they say is a large membership. But one major warning: fake profiles abound on this site, too, so although the site is generally free, think twice before handing over your money for premium content or other paid features. On the plus side, you can be super specific about who you’re looking to play with and what you want to do: cam, get together in person, or head out on a date.

Why we picked this:

If kink is your thing, there’s a lot of freedom to explore that on this site, too — it’s easy to find others who are into what you are. If you’re still testing the waters of these websites, start slow with chat rooms for Canada- and US-based adults — or check out amateur XXX videos other members have uploaded.

Who it's for:

PURE is a hookup app for anonymous casual encounters. It's designed to get you laid quickly and discreetly, with no strings attached. However, if you live in a small town or rural area, your options may be limited as the app is more popular in larger cities.

Why we picked this:

PURE is a hookup app, plain and simple. It's designed to get you laid, like now. It's kind of like the modern-day version of the personals section in a newspaper. All you have to do is create a profile, post an ad, and wait for interested people to reach out.

You can add photos and "turn-ons" to your profile or choose the Devil's Bones game, which lets you speak with a potential match via an audio call (which you can change to video whenever you want).

The app doesn't show your name or email, making it ideal for secret rendezvous. It also has a screenshot prevention feature that adds an extra layer of security for users concerned about privacy. All chats are deleted when you leave, and you can block and report users who make you feel uncomfortable or unsafe.

Note: Subscription pricing is subject to location.

Who it's for:

If hooking up or sexting with someone is your goal, Passion can deliver. While the site's functionality might not be nearly as romantic as its name implies, it’s a great place if you’re after the simplicity of a one-night stand with no strings attached.

Why we picked this:

It’s free to become a member, and signing up doesn’t take long. If you don’t want to chat with others right away, you can look through some sexy pics, check out videos members have made and live cam shows, and even explore your fantasies by posting about them on the site’s open chat feature.

The site says that it has more than 67 million members in the US, with more than 100,000 members online at any given time, so chances are you’ll find someone fun to interact with.  

Who it's for:

Calling all bears, twinks, otters, and more: While Grindr has been dominating the gay men’s app scene for a while now, consider OutPersonals if you want a different experience or are more into camming and chatting than IRL meetups. If you feel nostalgic for the Wild West days of Craigslist's men seeking men section and the early years of internet cruising, then this site will feel like a blast from the past (with some modern twists). Of course, there's also a reason Craigslist personal ads went extinct.

Why we picked this:

The free membership gives you instant access to thousands of gay and bi personal ads, photos, and chatrooms that take cruising into the virtual realm. And, if you want to filter, you can add criteria like sexual orientation (bicurious, etc.), smoking, religion, and more — then save any favorite matches to your personal hot list.

Remember: This isn’t a site for relationships — it's strictly casual and hook-up based, so if you’re looking for a little more, you might test the waters of dating-dating with Grindr.

Who it's for:

Candy.ai is basically an AI companion site that lets you chat with a virtual partner. It's ideal for anyone who's too shy or socially anxious to interact with real people. (It's also great practice for those who want to improve their conversation skills, in and out of the bedroom.)

Why we picked this:

Unlike Character AI (which lets you create poorly generated AI virtual partners and characters to chat with on an outdated interface), Candy.ai is the real deal. It lets you create your dream partner, and you can customize every aspect of their appearance, personality, and interests, including their career and sex drive (nympho is one of the options, obviously).

If you'd rather choose an AI model to talk to, you can pick from hundreds of AI companions with different personalities and backgrounds. There are even anime options for those who have a hentai kink.

Although you have to pay to chat with the model you create, it's free to chat with the AI companions already available on the site. Though, if you want to hear their voice, you'll need to upgrade to a paid subscription.

You can also ask the AI models to send you naughty photos or engage in explicit conversations, making it a perfect choice for anyone who wants a virtual sexual experience without actually talking to another human. (It's a pretty good way to practice sexting and explore your desires in a safe and non-judgmental environment.)