FriendFinder-X Review January 2019: Money Pit or Erotic Dates?

Last updated: December 2018

Our Review

It’s been over 20 years since FriendFinder-X was made available to every individual and couple worldwide. Since then, it has gained over 90 million active members according to their registration home page. It has one of the largest member bases among the different websites of FriendFinder Networks, and has the highest number of active members on a daily basis.

FriendFinder-X was made not just for straight and LGBT individuals, but also for straight and LGBT couples as well. It serves as a platform for anyone to connect to other people who will fulfill their sexual fantasies and desires. The website also caters to individuals who do not wish to have actual interactions but would still like to participate in hot online chats or watch hot videos of live models.

FriendFinder-X has a lot of features to offer its members, but is its pricey membership fees worth the money? Read our full review and see for yourself.

Member Structure

Members

5,000,000 from United Kingdom

Members activity

10,000 daily logins

Gender Proportion

60 %

40 %

There are more female members than male
Majority of active users come from the United States
There are couples registered on the website
A good number of members have Gold Membership
There are professional models for adult entertainment

It is said that FriendFinder-X has one of the largest member base among all casual personals website worldwide. The dating site claims that it has over 90 million registered users, with over 100,000 users active on a daily basis. Majority of the member base comes from the United States, but it also has a good number of users coming from the United Kingdom, Asian and Middle Eastern countries. Most of these members are looking for a casual encounter and are straightforward about their fetishes and kinks. To make the most out of their memberships, there are a lot of members, both male and female, who have availed of the Gold Membership.

FriendFinder-X also has professional Live Model members who host live adult video chats and post X-rated photos and videos on their profile. They have ‘Fan Clubs’ which you have to join to have full access to their profiles.

18-24
25-34
35-44
45-54
55+

Signing Up

Registration takes only one to three minutes
You can register as a couple
You have to disclose the gender of the person(s) you are looking for
Writing an ‘About Me’ paragraph is optional
Account activation link will be emailed to you

Registration in FriendFinder-X is a quick and easy process. You just need to fill out a personal information form that asks for your gender—you can sign up as straight, gay, lesbian, transgender, as a couple (gay/lesbian/straight), or even as a group. After filling out the form, an activation link will be sent to the email you've provided. You need to click this link to successfully activate your account. When you click this, you will be redirected to pricing page.

Making Contact

Sending messages is a paid feature
Sending winks and flirts are not free
You can add members to your ‘Hotlist’
You can give tips to Live Models as well as to other members
You can refer a profile to a friend

The contacting features of FriendFinder-X are pretty basic. As a free member, you can put interesting members to your ‘Hotlist’, use the ‘Hot or Not’ feature, and comment on other members’ posts and public photos. You can also message Gold Members who bought the ‘Standard Contacts’ add-on, but there are no indicators if ever a Gold Member purchased it.

As a premium member, you have access to all FriendFinder-X’s contacting features, You can send unlimited flirts and messages. You can add friends to your 'Friends list', view the full profiles of other members, and send requests to view private albums. As a Gold Member, you can also access Sex Academy courses and the Adult Movies feature.

Sending tips to Live Models and to other members, as well as bidding to become a “Top Fan” of a profile, are features wherein you need to purchase additional credits called “Points” and “Tokens”.

Profile Quality

Not all profiles are visible to everyone
There are indicators if a member has a Gold Membership
You can upload photos to a private photo album
You can earn a ‘Verified’ status if you complete the verification process
Profiles display a timeline of the user’s activity on his or her profile

The profiles of FriendFinder-X members are very informative, especially if the member filled out all optional fields and wrote a descriptive autobiography. A standard member profile features an introduction paragraph, a member’s personal information about lifestyle and appearance, a friends and fans list, and an activity stream of what that member uploaded on his or her profile.

If you are viewing another member’s profile, you will be able to see a ‘Compatibility Chart’ which says if you and that member are a match in terms of what both of you are looking for in a match. You can also add a testimonial to that user’s profile, as well as give ‘Blings’ as gifts.

App

No mobile app available
Dedicated mobile site can be accessed in all mobile browsers
Mobile site is optimised for mobile browsing
Mobile site has the same features as its desktop version
Convenient alternative for on the go users

FriendFinder-X does not have its own mobile app, but it does have a dedicated mobile site. The mobile site was made so users on-the-go can access the website via mobile browser and still have a pleasant experience when using the features of FriendFinder-X. The mobile site has the same features as the desktop version, but instead of the menu being spread out in the main header, the mobile site has a collapsible menu.

Real Life Review

“I’ve been a member of FriendFinder-X for over three years now, and I can definitely say that all the money I’ve spent on this site is worth it. As a bisexual man in my early 50s, it is a bit difficult to find a sexual partner who is willing to experience my fetishes. And sometimes when you do, you’d still have to gauge if the other person is completely game with what you want. Thank heavens for FriendFinder-X, as it eradicates the trouble I could’ve experienced just to fulfil my sexual appetite. In FriendFinder-X, I could find anyone who shares the same desires as I do, at any time of the day, wherever I am! No need to talk, no need to make a sparkling connection, just pure sex. Isn’t that great?” - Freddie, 52, London

Design and Usability

The web design of FriendFinder-X is sufficient enough with regard to organizing its many features and keeping everything in place. It is fairly easy to find what you’re looking for, as the features are placed and categorised under five text menu tabs and four menu icons.

The four icons on FriendFinder-X’s main menu are a ‘house’, which represents the homepage, an ‘envelope’, which is your message inbox, a ‘chat bubble’ for your instant messages, and a ‘bell’ for your notifications.

The five text tabs are as follows:

My Stuff – this tab groups all shortcuts to everything that is connected to your profile and to your interactions with other members
Search – in the Search tab, you can find members who are currently online and are near you. You can also see your new matches, use the advanced and kink search functions, as well as access the ‘Hot or Not’ feature of FriendFinder-X
Live Action – this tab is a shortcut to all Live Model’s broadcasts and adult chat rooms
Community – if you want to get involved with the FriendFinder-X community (such as participating Groups and Blogs), this is the tab to go to
What’s Hot – if you want to view the hottest photos and videos that were recently uploaded into the website, this is the tab to explore

On the upper right-hand side of the website are the ‘Help/Contact’ button, a drop-down menu for your account settings, a video broadcast button, and another shortcut for instant chat messaging. Overall, considering the number of different features of FriendFinder-X, how its website is designed makes for satisfactory user experience for its members.

FriendFinder-X Costs and Prices

Registration
Profile creation
Join blogs & groups
Join chatrooms
View, like, and comment on contest photos
Send likes to photos and videos
Watch live member webcams

Send flirts
Send friend requests
Read and send messages
Comment on photos & videos
Watch full-length videos
View full-size photos
View courses in Sex Academy
Priority customer support

Duration / Credits / Coins	Costs per month	Total
Gold Membership
1 Month	20.00 GBP / Month	20.00 GBP
3 Months	13.33 GBP / Month	40.00 GBP
12 Months	10.08 GBP / Month	121.00 GBP
Standard Contacts
1 Month	13.00 GBP / Month	13.00 GBP
3 Months	8.00 GBP / Month	24.00 GBP
Tokens
100 Credits	0.09 GBP / Credit	9.49 GBP
185 Credits	0.09 GBP / Credit	15.82 GBP
500 Credits	0.08 GBP / Credit	39.56 GBP
1,000 Credits	0.08 GBP / Credit	78.33 GBP
Points
200 Credits	0.01 GBP / Credit	2.36 GBP
500 Credits	0.01 GBP / Credit	4.73 GBP
1,000 Credits	0.01 GBP / Credit	7.88 GBP

Is FriendFinder-X expensive or cheap?

In comparison to other providers FriendFinder-X is expensive.

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FriendFinder-X offers Gold Membership to their members, which can enhance their experience on the dating site. As a free member, the features you can use are limited. Therefore, if you truly want to get something from FriendFinder-X, it is recommended that you upgrade your membership.

FriendFinder-X also offers a monthly package add-on if ever you sign-up for a Gold Membership. This add-on is called ‘Standard Contacts’ and allows free members to contact you and view your full profile.

You can also purchase Tokens and Points that you can use on the dating site. Tokens are used to give tips to Live Models and interact with them during their live video shows. While Points, on the other hand, is used to give tips and virtual gifts to other members of the site.

Lastly, you can also join Live Models’ fan clubs at a minimum of £10.95 per month. Joining a Live Model’s fan club can give you unlimited access to her photos, video gallery, and join private webcam time at a discounted price.

Special Features

As with its popular sister sites, Friend Finder.com, Adultfriendfinder, and Get It On, FriendFinder-X also has a lot of special features to offer their members.

Hot or Not

Hot or Not is a roulette-type matching in which a photo is displayed and you have to choose whether to click the ‘thumbs up’ button or the ‘X’. Clicking the ’thumbs up’ button automatically sends a like to that member, while choosing to click the ‘X’ button takes you to the next profile.

Live Action

Live Action is where you can find live video streams of professional Live Models, as well as broadcasts of verified members. These live videos have erotic and x-rated content.

Blog & Groups

Blog & Groups in FriendFinder-X are features where you get to interact with the community. In Blogs, you can post your own article or comment on other members’ blog posts. In Groups, you can participate in forum discussions.

Magazine

FriendFinder-X’s Magazine is where you can find dating advice, as well as articles about sex and relationships. All members are welcome to submit an article.

Bling

Blings are animated icons that you can upload and sell on FriendFinder-X. You can also choose to give the ‘Blings’ that you make to other members.

Sex Academy

In this feature, there are courses about different sex topics and how to have better sex. These courses can only be accessed by members who have Gold Memberships.

Contests

FriendFinder-X holds contests every so often, in which the whole FriendFinder-X community can get involved in. The winners of these contests are decided by the members’ voting. Any member can submit their entries, and prizes are usually free subscriptions of Gold Membership.

Erotic Stories

This feature allows you to publish erotic stories that you have experienced. You can read other members’ submissions and comment on them as well.

Adult Movies

This feature is tied up with AdultFriendFinder. This is where you can find and watch unlimited adult movies.

Our rating

Signing Up:	3.5 / 5
Making Contact:	3.0 / 5
Profile Quality:	4.0 / 5
App:	3.5 / 5
Real Life Review:	4.5 / 5

Editors Conclusion

The many features of FriendFinder-X make it possible for anyone to find what it is exactly they are looking for to fulfill their sexual desires. If you are looking for a hook-up, a sexual partner, or maybe someone that will arouse you when you’re all alone in bed, for sure you will find it through FriendFinder-X. Signing-up is quick, easy, and best of all, it’s free. So, why not try it today? You never know, maybe you'll find just what you're looking for here!

FAQ

Facts

Who owns FriendFinder-X?

FriendFinder-X is part of the FriendFinder Networks and powered by AdultFriendFinder.

Is FriendFinder-X the same as AdultFriendFinder?

FriendFinder-X and AdultFriendFinder are two different websites. However, Friendfinderx is patterned after AdultFriendFinder in terms of providing a platform for finding casual hookups.

How is FriendFinder-X different from FriendFinder.com?

FriendFinder.com aims to connect members who are looking to find more serious relationships, while Friendfinderx is more for individuals looking for a casual hookup.

Membership

How do I join FriendFinder-X?

You can joinFriendfinderx by clicking the ‘Join Now’ button found on the site’s homepage.

Does FriendFinder-X offer premium membership?

Yes, FriendFinder-X offers premium membership in three different package durations, specifically 1 month, 3 months, and 12 months.

Is FriendFinder-X membership auto-renewed?

Yes, your Friendfinderx membership is auto-renewed for the same price and duration of your current plan. You can turn this off by going through your ‘Account Settings’.

I am not happy with FriendFinder-X, how do I cancel my membership?

You can cancel your membership anytime through the ‘Account Settings’ page.

Can I get a refund for my unused time?

Unfortunately, FriendFinder-X does not give out refunds for unused membership time.

How do I permanently delete my FriendFinder-X account?

You can permanently delete your account by clicking the ‘Close Account’ button on your ‘Account Settings’

Is it possible to temporarily deactivate my FriendFinder-X profile?

You can temporarily hide your profile from other members by clicking the ‘Hide my profile’ option under the ‘Close Account’ button on your ‘Account Settings’.

Usability

How does FriendFinder-X work?

FriendFinder-X is a platform for finding any type of casual encounter that you are looking for. You can use the search function and message other users, or participate in Live Model chats.

How do I send a message in FriendFinder-X?

You can send a message to other users by clicking the ‘Send Message’ button found on his or her profile. You can also click the chat icon under the user’s profile photo in the member search results display.

Where can I see the messages sent to me?

You can see messages sent to you by other members on your message inbox, represented by the envelope icon on the main menu.

How do I upload a photo?

You can upload a photo on your Friendfinderx photo gallery by clicking the ‘Add/Manage Photos’ option found under the ‘My Stuff’ drop-down menu.

Does FriendFinder-X have an instant chat messaging function?

Yes, Friendfinderx has a chat function, which can only be used by premium members.

Does FriendFinder-X have video chats?

Friendfinderx does not support video chats, however, they do host live videos of models and other verified members.

Security

What security features does FriendFinder-X offer?

FriendFinder-X adheres to Privacy Policies required by the law, and they also have a published ‘Terms of Usage’ that is monitored by their administrators.