"The features of Skout are nice, but some members are not. I met rude people here. But at least there are also nice ones. You just really have to be careful who to entertain, because there seems to be a lot of scammers too. I've been a member for 6 months now, still haven't find the one who matches my personality. I'll wait 'till the end of the year. For now, I'm enjoying casual conversations." -Lyka, 19
Skout Review Hong Kong November 2026: Scam or good for finding true love?
Ever wondered what a dating app would be like if it was less flirty and more...friendly? Read this review on the location-based app Skout to find out! All about Skout in Hong Kong.
4.0very good
Skout is a social dating app for singles who want to meet new people, chat and go live
- Nearby profiles and preference based search
- Free version includes many advertisements
Friendship
Chat
Relationships
Is Skout right for me?
last updated
Estimated active members in Hong Kong83,000
Women / Men
35% 65%
FromHK$156.17
Age
Skout Hong Kong in 10 seconds
- Skout is an online dating platform where singles can meet, chat, and go live
- The platform is a great place for singles who want to meet new people and expand their social circles
- Works by suggesting nearby profiles and allowing its members to search for potential matches based on preferences
- Offers unique features such as 'Back Stage' where you can hide your photos and let members see them: Learn more here
- The free version has many advertisements: Learn more here
- Most profiles have incomplete information
- The Skout community spans more than 180 countries and is available in 14 different languages
- Offers free accounts and affordable credit points. See more here
Is Skout right for you?
Find out if Skout is the right service for you or if there are better options.
Better than Skout
Who is Skout for, and not for?
Skout is for…
- For people who are looking for community building and friendships
- For singles who are looking for romantic relationships
- For people who want to extend their social circles
…and not for
- Not for people who are looking for erotic adventures
- Not for cheating partners
- Not for people who only want casual dates
Skout pros & cons
- The app is available for iOS and Android users
- Has an active pool of users all over the world
- Offers many interesting features
- Many profiles have incomplete information
- The free version keeps on advertising its sister app Meet Me
- The app's user interface is a bit hard to use
What Skout really costs in Hong Kong
Compared with other dating services, Skout is average-priced.
Skout Points
50000 Credit is the biggest points pack. You spend points on gifts, profile boosts, and other in app actions. It is a one off purchase, not a subscription.Total
3,150 credits
0.05 HKD / credit
156.17 HKD
8,400 credits
0.05 HKD / credit
390.55 HKD
18,975 credits
0.04 HKD / credit
781.17 HKD
Our pick: 18,975 credits for 781.17 HKD, that is 0.04 HKD per credit, 17% less per credit than 3,150 credits.
50,000 credits
0.04 HKD / credit
1,953.05 HKD
Skout costs last updated on Nov 1, 2026
Payment options in Hong Kong
Credit CardPayPalVia Mobile Phone
No anonymous payment.With Skout you cannot pay anonymously, the charge appears on your bank statement.
On your bank statement
Apple or Google, the app store you paid through
Skout costs screenshot
The website uses in-app currencies called Skout Points. You can use points to give gifts to another user, boost your profile to the featured users' list, and many more. Points can both be purchased or earned for free. All prices are in USD.
Free vs. paid services in Hong Kong
FeatureFreePremium
Register an account
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See who checked your profile
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Search profiles
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Like and comment on members' public photos
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Favourite members
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Message members
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No ads
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Boost your popularity
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Message directly to inbox
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Your chats move to the top of your match's inbox
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See who favourited you
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Insights on potential matches
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You can register, search profiles, see who checked your profile, like and comment on public photos, favourite members and message everyone for free.
Who is signed up on Skout in Hong Kong?
Exclusively on DatingScout: online member numbers for dating services are usually far off, so we estimate how many people are really on Skout from traffic data and interest, updated monthly, with history.
Skout members come from all over the world with most of the users are based in the United States, Taiwan, and Australia. Members are said to be looking for community building, friendship, and relationships.
The members are active in replying to messages and there are just a few reported cases of scammers or fake profiles. However, it will still be best to be vigilant, especially for the minor members of the site.
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Rough estimate of active members
100,000
Logins per day in Hong Kong
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Members in Hong Kong
4.4
App Store rating in Hong Kong
4.1
Google Play rating worldwide
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Estimated active members, last 6 months
| Women | Men |
|---|---|
| 35% | 65% |
Gender
| 18-24 | 25-34 | 35-44 | 45-54 | 55+ |
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25% 18-24 |
30% 25-34 |
20% 35-44 |
13% 45-54 |
12% 55+ |
Age of members
Last data update: October 2026
Making contact on Skout
★★★★★ 3.0/5
- Messages are previewed first and accepted or rejected
- Rejected messages will block the user too
- Photo commenting and liking are free
- Set profiles as your "Favorite"
- Report users
- Everybody can send messages for free
Profile quality
★★★★★ 3.0/5
- Profile photo is not required
- Other information can be added later
- Photos undergo approval before being uploaded
- Members can like and comment on your current profile photo
- Most profiles are only in their first names or nicknames
- Profiles are moderately detailed
- Profile pictures are visible to everybody for free
The Skout app
★★★★★ 2.5/5
- Available for iOS and Android users
- The interface can be overwhelming and confusing
- More features than the usual dating app
- Free version has many ads
- They keep advertising their sister app "Meet Me"
Both iOS and Android users can download the app. Profiles that are beyond your preferences (especially location) can show up in the recommended section. Sometimes, the profiles you click on in the search results are actual accounts from their sister app "Meet Me". You are then encouraged to download the Meet Me app as well to connect with that user, which can be annoying.
Our field test
★★★★★ 3.0/5
"My friend suggested this site to me. I was hesitant at first because I'm not a believer of dating sites. But since I'm bored and I can't go out a lot, I signed up. Now I've been communicating with this cute guy from Arizona. I hope this is long-term. " -Joan, 243
Design & usability
The design of the site is not really appealing and looks outdated. It might be okay for those who are technologically-challenged, but for the site's target members who are young teens, this one is not very good to the eyes.
On the other hand, the loading time is fast and the features are neatly arranged, and that's one good point to consider.
Special features
Check out Skout's special features here!
Finding people 2
Shake to chatFree
Available in the Chat function of the Skout app. If you click on this feature and then shake your phone, you will be matched with a random user nearby. It is a gamble because you know nothing about the person, but the mystery is part of the thrill.
Interested?Free
You are presented with different profiles suggested by Skout, and you can simply like or dislike the suggestions by the tapping the green check or red X mark. If you tapped the green check on someone who did the same to your profile, then it's a match.
Showing interest 1
BackstagePaid
Where you can hide your photos and let members see them. You set the photo price from 10 to 10,000 points. For every user that sees your photos, you get a portion of the points earned. Members who saw your photo can rate it from 1 to 5 stars.
Community and events 2
BuzzFree
A place where you let people know your personality beyond your profile. You can post interesting content such as photos or fun questions to engage people in conversation.
Skout TravelPaid
Purchase a 24-hour ticket to travel to hundreds of cities around the world. Your phone will be set to that city which means all the features will be local to the city you travelled to. This gives you the opportunity to experience the culture and meet people from different cities.
Final results
4.0
“With its many features and active members, using the Skout app can be very enjoyable. But not for people who want a dating or hookup site. Even though it is primarily advertised as a dating service, Skout is also filled with people who are looking for something less romantic.”
Is Skout right for me?
tested November 2026
Signup3.0
Making contact3.0
Profile quality3.0
App2.5
Field test3.0
Overall4.0/ 5
Alternatives: Better than Skout
Compare Skout with other dating sites
| Activity |  Skout4.0Read review |  Ashley Madison5.0Read review |  Adultfriendfinder4.9Read review |
|---|---|---|---|
| What it is | Skout is a social dating app for singles who want to meet new people, chat and go live | Ashley Madison is a dating platform for people who want discreet relationships with extra security measures | AdultFriendFinder is an adult dating site for singles and couples looking for casual fun |
| Activity | 83,000 est. active members | 9,060 est. active members | 3,930 est. active members |
| Costs and prices | Skout Points 3,150 credits: 156.17 HKD 8,400 credits: 390.55 HKD 18,975 credits: 781.17 HKD 50,000 credits: 1,953.05 HKD | Bundle 100 credits: 459.00 HKD 500 credits: 1,659.00 HKD 1,000 credits: 2,759.00 HKD | Gold Membership 1 month: 234.01 HKD / month 3 months: 155.88 HKD / month 12 months: 116.81 HKD / month |
| Free features | Register an account See who checked your profile Search profiles Like and comment on members' public photos Favourite members Message members | Like and view member profiles Create a favorites list Use advanced search filters Send limited winks daily Send limited Private Key Requests Blur or mask profile photos Use Discreet Match Stealth Mode on Ashley Madison iOS app See which members viewed your profile Respond to incoming messages | Like photos and videos Create a Hotlist Join blogs and groups Comment on blogs and photos Watch uploaded videos on the homepage Use search filters |
| Premium features | No ads Boost your popularity Message directly to inbox Your chats move to the top of your match's inbox See who favourited you Insights on potential matches | Initiate chats with Ashley Madison members Send private key requests Send unlimited daily winks Boost your profile in search results Send unlimited private key requests Use Collect Message feature Activate the Priority Man feature Send Priority Messages | View full profiles Send gifts Add friends Send messages Read Messages Read Messages Use Chat Watch members on a livestream Flirting Sex Academy Interaction Standard Contacts |
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1 Skout experiences from real users in Hong Kong
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What readers complained about
- Rejects good pictures
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They don't approve good pics.
Does not recommend Skout
Cancelling your Skout subscription
Terms at a glance
| Minimum age | From 18 years |
|---|---|
| Renews automatically | Yes |
| Money-back guarantee | Yes |
| Credits expire | No |
Checked in the terms of Skout on Nov 4, 2026.
How you can cancel
- Via the app store's subscription management
Contact details
| Company | Skout |
|---|---|
| support@skout.com | |
| Address | 301 Howard St., San Francisco, CA, USA |
| Phone | +1 888 531 7703 |
Do subscriptions auto-renew?
Subscriptions renew automatically, cancel at least 1 day before your current term ends.
Money-back guarantee
- Skout offers a money-back guarantee with a full refund
- You have 14 day to cancel and get your money back
Members in the EEA or UK can withdraw within 14 days by emailing or posting a clear declaration, and Skout refunds all payments received. You ask for it by sending that declaration to Skout.
Do your credits expire?
Credits you buy on Skout do not expire.
From the terms & conditions
- All Points are lost if you delete your account or it is blocked or deleted for any reason
- All Diamonds are lost if you delete your account or it is blocked or deleted for any reason
Skout FAQ
What is Skout used for?
Skout is a social networking app which is used to connect to people nearby or all over the world. You can use it to find friends or romance.
Who created Skout?
Skout was founded by Christian Wiklund and Niklas Lindstrom in 2007.
Where is Skout located?
Skout is based in San Francisco, United States.
What are Skout points?
Points are the in-app currency used in Skout. You can use points to give gifts to another user, boost your profile to the featured users list, and many more. Points can both be purchased and earned for free.
USABILITY
What does Skout ID mean?
Your Skout ID is your username. It helps other members find you faster.
How do I change my name on Skout?
On the main interface of the app, swipe right to see the toolbar. Click on the pencil icon on the top right, and edit your name.
How do I search by name on Skout?
On the main interface of the app, swipe right to see the toolbar. Scroll down until you see "Find User by SkoutID", click that, and search their name or their Skout ID.
How do I log out of Skout?
On the main interface of the app, swipe right to see the toolbar. Scroll down until you see "Logout" and click on that.
How can I unblock someone on Skout?
On the main interface of the app, swipe right to see the toolbar. Scroll down and click on "Settings". Under "Settings", click on "Blocked Users" and click on the profile you want to unblock.
How do I know who checked me out on Skout?
The bell icon on the top right of the app serves as a Notification bar where you can see who checked your profile, among others.
Can Skout be used on a computer?
Yes, Skout is available on the desktop version.
FREE SERVICES
How do I get free points on Skout?
You can upload private photos, known as "Backstage" photos, and set a price for other users to see them. For every user that sees your Backstage photos, you earn a portion of the points. Another way is checking the Skout blog because the creators regularly post contests and giveaways for free points.
How do I chat on Skout?
You can look for users in the Meet People section or by manually searching. Once you've found someone, click on the green chat box in the middle of their profile, and start chatting.
SECURITY AND ACCOUNT SAFETY
Why won't Skout approve my picture?
Your photo has probably violated their guidelines. You can either contact their customer service or upload a more conservative or sensible photo.
Why did Skout block me?
There could be various reasons since Skout is strict with their policies. You can check their Terms of Use page to see if you violated anything, or contact their customer service.
Will Skout post/show up on my Facebook?
Skout does not post on your Facebook account.
CANCELLATION
How can I delete my account?
On the main interface of the app, swipe right to see the toolbar. Scroll down and click on "Settings". Under "Settings", click on "Deactivate Account" and confirm deactivation.
Can I reactivate Skout?
Yes, you can reactivate your Skout account and restore your data anytime by logging in with your name and password.
How do I cancel Skout, and when do I need to do it?
Skout renews subscriptions automatically. To avoid the next renewal, you need to cancel at least 24 hours before the current period ends. If you bought the subscription through an app store, you cancel there in the subscription settings.
Can I get a refund from Skout?
Members in the EEA or UK can withdraw within 14 days by emailing or posting a clear declaration. Skout then refunds all payments received. The provider also says you can ask for this withdrawal by sending that declaration to Skout.
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Security
- Does Skout sell your data?
- No, Skout does not sell your data.
- Was Skout hacked in the past?
- No, Skout was never hacked.
- How accurately does Skout track your location?
- Skout tracks your approximate location.
- Do your Skout profile pictures or profile information appear in Google Search Results?
- No, your Skout photos and personal information will not appear in Google Search Results.
- Who can view your pictures on Skout?
- All Skout users can view your pictures.
- Is your phone number required for signing up at Skout?
- No, you can sign up at Skout without a phone number.
- Can you erase your personal data on Skout?
- Yes, Skout provides an option for users to erase their data.
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