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Hornet - Gay Dating & Chat

by Queer Networks Inc.

EN / ES / FR / IT / NLTrending upSentiment-25 ptsvs last month
Appeye score 58 out of 100, from 1,132 reviews (high confidence)

1,132 reviews analysed · 22 Nov 2011 – 6 Sep 2026 · scored 14 Sep 2026

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Based on 1,132 reviews from 22 Nov 2011 - 6 Sept 2026.

Overview

Appeye score
58/100high confidence
Category rank
#800 of 870Social
Reviews analysed
1.1KScored reviews across both stores.
Sentiment trend
Trending upIts trend signals are moving in a positive direction.
App Store
3.8

3.2K ratings

Review sentiment

41
App nameHornet - Gay Dating & Chat
SellerQueer Networks Inc.
GenreSocial Networking
Version9.54.0
Content rating17+
Requires iOS18.0
Size403 MB
Released13 Oct 2011
Current version27 Aug 2026
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Play Store
3.4

250.8K ratings · 10,000,000+ installs

Review sentiment

46
App nameHornet - Gay Dating & Chat
DeveloperQueer Networks Inc.
GenreSocial
Version9.54.1
Content ratingMature 17+
ReleasedApr 11, 2012
Reviews on store7.2K
App description

Hornet is a free gay dating app trusted by over 100 million gay, bi, trans, and queer men worldwide. Built for real connections, Hornet lets you chat, meet, and express yourself with guys who share your interests - whether you’re looking for dating, new friends, or meaningful conversations. Designed with authenticity, safety, and self-expression at its core, Hornet gives you a welcoming space to connect with your local gay community anytime, anywhere. FIND GUYS NEARBY OR EXPLORE THE WORLD - See who’s online nearby with Hornet’s guys grid - Explore and connect with gay, bi, trans, and queer men from around the world - Use hashtags to discover like-minded people - Apply filters to find people who match your interests CONVERSATIONS THAT FEEL REAL - Chat through text and audio messages with gay, bi, trans, and queer men near you - Express yourself with emojis, stickers, and reactions inspired by LGBTQ+ culture - Enjoy fast, real-time conversations that feel natural and alive YOUR PRIVACY, YOUR SAFETY - Verify your identity so others know your profile is authentic - Chat with gay, bi, trans, and queer men with verified profiles - Upload private photos with added screenshot protection - Block and unblock users whenever you choose AUTHENTIC CONNECTIONS - Connect face-to-face with video chat - Explore complete profiles and show your true self - Build deeper connections through genuine, real-time interactions UPGRADE YOUR EXPERIENCE ON HORNET Hornet offers three flexible plans, so you can choose the level that fits you best. With a paid Hornet experience, you unlock powerful features designed to give you more visibility, privacy, and control: - Browse the app without ads - Enjoy unlimited guys in your grid - See who viewed your profile and know when your messages are read - Use advanced filters, such as photos only, online now, interests, and more, to find the right match - Protect your photos with screenshot prevention - Delete messages without limits - Explore

Score by store

Appeye's overall score out of 100, calculated separately for each store.

App Store
59/100

from 833 reviews (high confidence)

Play Store
57/100

from 299 reviews (moderate confidence)

Gap between stores: 2 points

Sentiment over time

Calendar-month positive review share for the selected store view. Overall is review-weighted across stores; months with fewer than 10 reviews are left out.

Monthly positive review share
0%50%100%42%29%Dec 2024Aug 2026

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