Meet. Don't Just Match.
Skip endless texting. Join a real event happening tonight and meet people in person — the way it should be.
Now Live on iOS & Android
Party Together
Stop Scrolling.
Start Living.
Create hangouts. Join events nearby. Meet real, verified people. Come solo or bring your crew — this is IRL.
New Live Now
Event Hub — your plans in one place
100%
Verified profiles
1k+
Events hosted
20+
Cities live
5.0
App Store rating
Watch Hoot Me in Action
Real stories. Real hangouts.
See how people are using Hoot Me to turn "nothing to do" into "best night ever." Switch between the moments below.
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The Problem
Group Chats Don't Count. Hang Out For Real.
No more "we should hang out sometime." Hoot Me is where people actually show up.
Dead conversations that go nowhere
Fake profiles & catfishing
Getting ghosted after 'great' convos
Plans that never actually happen
Why Hoot Me
What Makes Hoot Me Different
Built for real connection, not endless scrolling. Start free, upgrade only when you want unlimited.
Verified People Only
AI selfie verification plus optional Gov ID badges. No bots. No fakes. No catfish. Ever.
New
Freelancers for Every Event
Discover photographers, DJs, bartenders, MCs, decorators & more — book verified pros directly inside your event.
People & Events Near You
Live map of what's happening around you right now — parties, hikes, dinners, gigs, road trips. Just tap and join.
Discovery Platform for Freelancers
Turn any event into a production.
Book verified photographers, videographers, DJs, musicians, MCs, tour guides, caterers, make-up artists, decorators, bartenders, club promoters and fitness trainers — right from the event you're hosting. Freelancers get discovered. Hosts get magic.
PhotographersDJs & MusiciansBartendersMCsDecoratorsCaterersTour GuidesFitness Trainers
Simple Pricing
Free to start. Unlimited when you're ready.
No paywalled likes. No boost-to-be-seen. One honest upgrade if you want more.
Free
$0/ forever
Everything you need to start meeting people IRL.
- Join up to 5 events per month
- Create up to 2 events per month
- Live map of events near you
- AI selfie verification
- Discover freelancers for your events
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Premium
$9.99/ per month
Unlimited access for hosts, socialites & organizers.
- Unlimited event joins
- Unlimited event creation
- Priority placement on the live map
- Advanced filters & vibe matching
- Direct booking with freelancers
- Premium verified badge
Head-to-Head
Hoot Me vs The Others
Feature and pricing comparison based on publicly available information as of 2025. Competitor prices vary by country, platform (iOS/Android/web) and age; figures shown are typical US monthly rates. Trademarks belong to their respective owners.
| Feature | Hoot MeFREE | Tinder | Bumble | Meetup |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meet through real-world events | Core feature | |||
| Hang out with friends + strangers | ||||
| Make new friends | ||||
| Discover local activities | ||||
| Restaurants can host events | Limited | |||
| Clubs can create events | Limited | |||
| Find freelancers for events | ||||
| Join existing events | ||||
| Create your own events | ||||
| Event Hub — location, chat, polls, bill split & photo sharing in one place | ||||
| Endless one-to-one swiping | ||||
| Free plan available | Yes — 5 joins + 2 events/mo | Limited swipes | Limited swipes | Join only |
| Entry paid tier | $9.99/mo Premium | ~$9.99/mo Plus | ~$19.99/mo Premium+ | ~$16.49/mo Organizer |
| Top paid tier | — | ~$39.99/mo Platinum | ~$39.99/mo Premium | ~$23.99/mo Unlimited |
| Pay-per-boost extras | None | Boosts & Super Likes | Spotlight & SuperSwipes |
Tinder®, Bumble® and Meetup® are trademarks of their respective owners and are used here for descriptive comparison only. Hoot Me is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any of them.
Events Near You
Clubbing, Hiking, Travel & Hangouts
Discover hangouts near you across every vibe — and meet verified people who actually show up.
Clubbing & Nightlife
Clubs, parties & nights out near you
Hiking & Outdoors
Hikes, trails & weekend adventures
Travel & Road Trips
Trips, road trips & travel buddies
Concerts & Live Music
Gigs, festivals & concert meetups
Dinners & Hangouts
Dinner, drinks & coffee catch-ups
Fitness & Sports
Run clubs, yoga, gym & pickup games
Now Live
A marketplace for creative talent.
Verified photographers, DJs, hosts, influencers, and freelancers — bookable by businesses, brands, and event hosts in a single tap. Get discovered. Get hired. Get paid.
20k+
Creators on waitlist
14
Talent categories
100%
Verified profiles
For Creators
Turn your craft into a booked calendar.
Build a verified profile, showcase your portfolio, and let businesses come to you. No cold DMs. No chasing invoices.
Verified badge
Instant inquiries
Secure payouts
Featured slots
For Businesses
Book vetted talent in a single tap.
Skip agencies, portfolios, and endless email chains. Filter, message, and book — all inside Hoot Me.
Maya · Photographer
★★★★★
4.9 · 128 bookings
Photographers
Verified · Bookable
Videographers
Verified · Bookable
DJs & Musicians
Verified · Bookable
Influencers
Verified · Bookable
Tour Guides
Verified · Bookable
Caterers
Verified · Bookable
Makeup Artists
Verified · Bookable
Event Decorators
Verified · Bookable
Bartenders
Verified · Bookable
Club Promoters
Verified · Bookable
Business Promo
Verified · Bookable
Hosts & MCs
Verified · Bookable
Fitness Trainers
Verified · Bookable
& Many More
Verified · Bookable
Live now. Download Hoot Me to browse verified creators and book in your city today.
Live Now
Your plans deserve more than a group chat
One place for everything about your hangout — location, date, time, who's coming, the chat, the polls, the bill split and the photos afterwards. Plan it. Meet up. Capture it. Remember it.
Discuss
One thread per plan — no more 400 unread messages.
Decide
Polls settle the where, the when and the who's driving.
Attend
Live RSVPs, location pin, date and time in one card.
Share photos
A shared album everyone drops their shots into.
Split the bill
Built-in bill calculator — who owes what, instantly.
Remember it
Every hangout becomes a keepsake you can revisit.
Not everything should be public
Only want your own friends there? Make the event Private — it stays off the public map and only invitees can see it, join it or even know it exists. Public when you want to meet new people, private when it's just your crew.
- Exact location revealed only to invitees
- Date, time and RSVPs in one card
- Invite-only guest list, no strangers
Post it before the night's even over
Hoot Me stitches the group's photos into a ready-to-post recap you can push straight to Instagram, TikTok or your Story — no exporting, no chasing five friends for their camera roll.
Everything about your plans. One place.
How It Works
Three Steps to Real Connection
01
Sign Up & Verify
Quick selfie check = real people only. Optional Gov ID for extra trust. Takes under 2 minutes.
02
Explore or Create
Find events you love nearby on the map. Or host your own — you're in complete control.
03
Show Up & Connect
Meet, vibe, repeat. Make real friends, find your people, build a social life you actually enjoy.
Stop Waiting for Plans. Be the Plan.
Hoot Me isn't about texting strangers. It's about walking into a room and leaving with friends. It's about turning "maybe someday" into "let's go tonight."
Your Safety Matters
Built for Fun. Designed for Safety.
You're always in control. We've built layers of safety so you can focus on having fun.
Selfie Verification
Optional Gov ID Badge
Profile Transparency
Ratings & Reviews
Community Reporting
End-to-End Privacy
People Are Loving It
"Way better than scrolling a group chat. People actually show up. I've made 3 close friends in just 2 weeks."
Emma R.
London, UK
"Met 5 new people in one night. This is how socializing should be. Absolutely game-changing."
Carlos M.
Barcelona, Spain
"No more boring weekends. I host events every Saturday now. My social life has completely transformed."
Aiko T.
Tokyo, Japan
FAQ
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Weekly · The Hoot Me Journal
Stories on real-life connection
A new essay every week on loneliness, expat life, moving cities, hiking, nightlife, hosting and the small habits that build real community.
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Your People Are Out There. They're Waiting for You.
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