Culture
Controversial Dating App Matches Users Based on Credit Scores
The relaunched Score dating app uses Equifax-verified credit scores as a dating metric, sparking debate about whether financial responsibility belongs in the search for romance.
Key Takeaways
- Score originally attracted 50,000+ users requiring a minimum 675 credit score; 2026 relaunch adds a free basic tier
- 50% of surveyed millennials and Gen Z said a high credit score increases someone's attractiveness
- Average U.S. credit score fell to 715 in 2025, the fastest decline since 2009 according to FICO
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