Tawkify

A secret rendezvous with a hand selected blind date at a Parisian café in San Francisco was arranged conveniently and efficiently. My date was easy to talk with and a very bright engaging person. It was not a romantic match but maybe next time,

Now I know for sure those 5 stars are paid or friends/​family/​employees.
They took 2.5 months to find me 2 dates. They charged me only 1 months, tho. 1 date was clearly «throw the first guy we could get him out on a date». He checked off every single item on my «NO» list. 2^nd date, if he knew a little bit about me, he wouldn’t have came out to the date. If it was on Tinder, I’d figure out how poorly he’d react to my education and career very quickly and unmatched him.
The matchmaker didn’t bother to check in with me after the 2^nd date. Probably figured I’m a lost customer. They delivered what was said in the contract and didn’t want to bother with me after that.
The concept of this company is great and ppl who work there are great. Executed horridly.
1 — They don’t have anyone in client base. If they did, they wouldn’t have taken over a month just to throw me a random guy.
2 — They try to catch guys by making unsolicited calls/​emails (that they got through online dating app companies) which is so creepy. Most of guys shy away from that.
3 — Blind date sounds like a good idea but because they don’t tell you anything ab your date, or screening process isn’t complete, you end up with a date you’d have easily screened out with a short chat on your app.
4 — They don’t even meet the guys they set you up with. All they have is online profile pictures. So them taking notes what your preference on looks is kind of a joke.
5 — They are looking through the same pool of samples that you’ve gone through without success.
What happened to me…
One month nothing happened with the first matchmaker so I asked money back. They gave me a new matchmaker without paying extra. Awesome. She immediately met me, asked my preference, took down notes. Just like the first one did.
She did tell me they look for guys in online dating sites including Tinder and LinkedIn.
After the 1^st date, the same pattern for a month, once a week I get text, «I haven’t forgotten about you. Still working on this guy. Let me know what you’re schedule like.»
Finally the 2^nd date after 2 and half months. He was so intimidated by me, major turn off, and him asking me questions turned into something equivalent to asking a marine biologist what this weird sea creature eats with amazement. «Really? You don’t eat cookies or cake? And you know how much protein you ate that day??? Woooooow!!» He, self claimed adventure guy, also didn’t know you can die from white rafting.

Talk about an idea that has great potential, but is a complete failure in execution! In researching online dating sites I came upon Tawkify and thought, real live matching other real live people? No more scrolling through endless profiles on endless dating sites? Awesome! So I signed up, paid a hefty $ 600 and got… one 45-​minute meeting with a matchmaker and two lame dates with men who weren’t even paying clients, but rather «recruits.» What’s a recruit, you ask? Some guy the service trolled other online sites looking for. So basically, although I didn’t have to do it, they basically found me a date the same way I would have. That’s worth $ 600? I think not. It’s not even like they’re paying for you to go out. My first date and I at least agreed to go to a less trendy, less expensive place than the upscale and seriously loud one my matchmaker sent us to… after I’d told her I liked places with a chill atmosphere and not too busy.
And honestly, I use the term matchmaker lightly. I felt like she was pitching me the whole time and could have cared less the kind of man I was really looking for. Her main focus was what my three deal breakers were. Probably because she gets docked if she misses one of those. And then, once I had my two dates, and said I was not renewing I got the full-​on push from sales. But did they really care to hear why I wasn’t renewing? Of course not. Seriously dismayed by the women running this racket. They are total phonies, as well as being inefficient and brusque, somehow making everything your fault. Waste of time and money. Seriously, run from this service. They obviously have no idea what they’re doing and could care less about the client’s wants or needs, much as they profess exactly the opposite.

Initially, the service seemed worthwhile. The first couple of dates were nice, normal guys. We didn’t really click, but the signs were promising.
But things went downhill from there. It quickly became clear that they were scraping up whatever guys they could find to satisfy their contractual obligation. One guy was so grudging about our «date» that he left after 20 minutes. I spent more time than that getting to our designated meeting place!
When I complained, I was told I would get an extra date in atonement. That never happened, of course (which is probably just as well).
So all in all, I would have to say this was not money well-​spent.

Tawkify has developed an approach to matchmaking that works if you are an open, willing, and flexible. Their matchmakers and customer service are awesome!

WTF, never signed up for this service and get a creepy random text to match me up with someone from San Jose? Seriously??? I’m at work and not only is it spam but a total infringement on using my cell phone # to sell their product. Ewww. Super pissed. #tawkify

I was with Tawkify for about 6 months. I was set up with 2 dates per month. In the beginning they were right on target. Nia heard my criteria, and was able to deliver. I even went out with a few of the women more than once. However, it appears that they just don’t have the inventory of subscribers in their database to adequately match you with what you are looking for. For the last 2 months of my subscription, I felt like they were just matching me with 2 women within my age bracket so the matchmaker could make her quota. It’s a hard pill to swallow when you are paying $ 599 for 2 dates and your matches are not even close to what you discussed with your matchmaker. I was so hopeful. Unfortunately, they came up short.

Do not, not, not engage this «service,» especially if you are a successful professional woman in her 40s or 50s. First, they have no suitable men to match you with. Second, they will condescend to you and shame you, rather than champion you. For instance, my «dating situation» was called «harsh.» I was called «difficult» to match, and have «unrealistic expectations,» because I want a kind man who appreciates successful women.
Rather than engage with me in person or by phone, my so-​called «matchmaker,» a 30-​something failed lawyer, sent me long emails berating me about how unrealistic and unmatchable I am. After taking my money, of course.
This after they matched me with one misogynist man (after telling my matchmaker that I am a feminist committed to working on issues involving women and girls) and then said that I would have NO SAY in whether I wanted to go on a date with any other match or not. In other words, they take your money, provide horrible «matches», and then say «too bad, take it or leave it.»
Shame on me for believing that these people were honest or decent. Shame on them for being dishonest, rude, and horrible.

I highly recommend matchmaker Nia!
She’s cool, she’s calm and she collects. Lol
I went two months with Nia and she paired me with a very cool woman who I’m pleasantly taking it slow with :)
Yay, Nia! *High5

I’ve stopped using this service. It is very expensive. I wonder if they will offer a free trial. See how much they believe in themselves and their company.

I just got back from my first Tawkify date (set up by Evyenia). I was nervous, but Evyenia was great at keeping my nerves down and my excitement high. I met my mystery match at a dog park where he brought his adorable, sweet dog for me to meet. It was a really great ice breaker, and set the tone for an overall pretty awesome evening. We spent 3 hours just talking about everything, playing at the park, and then winding down at a coffee shop nearby. I was impressed by how sweet, intelligent, and cute my date was. I honestly had a really great time and am impressed (and a little giddy) with tawkify and the whole blind date experience.

When you put such an important process in the hands of another human being, you better make sure that a) it is actually a human being and b) they know what they are doing! Tawkify and my matchmaker Angie fit the bill! First off, the process is a pleasure– actually getting to know a real human matchmaker that actually listens to you and strives to find a match that embodies the qualities you are dying for. So far, for me the caliber of guys I have been matched with are spot on and the venues (yes they arrange every date detail for you) are perfect.

I loved working with Angie so much I reached out to ask about a paid membership and if I could work with her again! She’s awesome. Friendly, personable, enthusiastic and a great listener. Super responsive. Even though we just started working together, she has proven to be funny, approachable and intuitive.

After going through the other ways of doing online dating (Tinder, Match, Hinge) and really not getting anywhere with it, I decided to give Tawkify a shot with their black Friday sale.
Immediately, I was contacted by my matchmaker, Misty, who quickly setup a Skype interview to get a sense of who I was and who I would be interested in. When I was talking to her, it was apparent that she had a wealth of experience in Matchmaking as she immediately was able to hone in on what I wanted.
My first match was with someone who matched my description, and was at a fun location that I didn’t know about. The second match was a bit more complicated as there was a major snow storm in the area and we had to reroute. Misty was on top of the situation and gave us an alternate place to meet. Both dates went fairly well and I had a great time and experience on both dates.
Misty was an excellent matchmaker as she was quick to respond to my emails, and provided advice. I have to admit that before I started this, I really didn’t know what I wanted in someone. Going though Tawify with Misty helped me gather information, especially in the post date «debriefs», I was able to hone in on the important qualities that mattered to me.
I’m glad I was able to meet Misty and I highly recommend this service to anyone that doesn’t want to deal with the whole online dating thing.

I have never been on a blind date in my entire life so when matchmaker Evyenia called me up to let me know she had found me a match, I was nervous. Actually, nervous is an understatement, I was terrified. She was so great at talking me through my nerves and making me feel excited and open for my date and the experience. Lo and behold I show up, the guy is amazing, and we really hit it off.
The amazing date I had is a testament to Evyenia and her matchmaking skills. Evyenia was so great at helping me through my dating fears, listening to what I was looking for, and matching me with the right person. If you are someone who is hesitant to go on a blind date or work with a matchmaker, I can assure you Evyenia will exceed your expectations.

When I first heard of Tawkify, I was skeptical. It seemed more of a gimmick than anything else, but seemed interesting enough, so I decided to try it out.
Misty (my matchmaker) contacted me and scheduled time for an intro. I liked her. She was friendly, professional, and pleasant to talk to. She asked a lot of questions but nothing intrusive. I told her what I was looking for (just a few specific qualities) and that was that. I wasn’t giving her much to work with, but I waited to see what she had.
Her matches were excellent. She vetted the matches before bringing them to my attention, which I appreciated. It showed she valued my time. She was thorough that way.
Before the dates, Misty would make all the arrangements.
The places she booked were always interesting. The day of the date, she got everything coordinated, making sure we found each other and that things were going well. After the date, we would talk about how everything had gone. I enjoyed her take and input on things. On date nights, Misty was definitely my best friend.
Overall, I had a fascinating time. I’m glad I had Misty leading the way. I would definitely recommend the Tawkify experience and especially recommend Misty. She totally rocks. A++

Eeeek this service is the worst for men. The staff was condescending and rude, they didn’t care at all about anything I had to say. Mostly I was treated like a stupid man and told I was single cuz I didn’t have any clue about who I should be dating.
Super terrible experiences, worst ever… I was signed up for the service for a year and they got me one date «ever». Don’t waste your time, I really don’t know why they have a good rating on Unilocal — that’s what got me to try them out. But don’t believe it, these people are not worth your money.
I’m pretty sure they have faked their ratings on here, this business is not to be trusted!

There’s a lot of misconceptions on here about what Tawkify is and isn’t. I hope this review will clear up some of the confusion.
What is it?
Tawkify is a dating service where you are paired with a personal matchmaker that is tasked with seeking out dates personalized to your needs and lifestyle.
Are you looking for that special someone that is willing to get on your level and hang glide across the Andes Mountains one week while helping you scarf down that enormous mountain of ice cream (
) the next?. If that person is out there, your matchmaker will find him /​her for you.
Think «The Millionaire Matchmaker» but without the awful group dates.
How it works
After registering and filling out a short questionnaire on their site (
), you will receive a call from «Mr. Brooks» (their automated scheduling robot) with confirmation of your purchase.
Soon thereafter, your matchmaker will text you and arrange for a face-​to-​face meeting where he /​she will get an opportunity to ascertain what you are not looking for.
Based on your criteria and self-​evaluation, your matchmaker will find a suitable match and schedule a blind date between you and your (female) suitor. You will then receive an email about where and when to meet, what activities to partake in when you get there, and some conversation starters to get you going.
After your date, your matchmaker will gather feedback from both you and your date on what did and did not go well. Depending on this collective feedback, he /​she will either match you and your date again or adjust her search parameters for a better subsequent match.
The date
After going through the interview process with my matchmaker (Angie Lee:
), I was quickly scheduled a blind date for the same week.
I received an email with instructions to show up at a French grocery store in Hayes Valley (
) for a cheese tasting with my date — she would be carrying a «green apple» while I would be carrying a «red apple.» I thought it was a little awkward to approach a complete stranger and ask about their apple while flashing mine — although I suppose it was in line with the whole «mystery date» theme. I had no idea what was going to happen when I arrived; I was half-​expecting Angie to be on-​site to adjudicate the date or perhaps to hide behind a bush while whispering exactly what to say to my date line-​by-​line (à la Cyrano de Bergerac) — wishful thinking on my part unfortunately.
Upon arriving, I was initially shocked to learn that the person I had been matched with was someone that I had come across during my time on okcupid from long ago — someone that I would have chosen to match myself with. Angie’s matchmaking intuition was very impressive. Uncanny even.
After exchanging introductions, we both wandered inside the store. After sampling some cheese (I recommend the Gruyère), we bought a few items for an ad hoc picnic in the back patio area — complete with flies and flannel tabletop; I find there’s something about swatting flies that ruins most romantic situations. Other than that, I can’t fault Angie’s choice of venue as the location was secluded — quiet enough for an intimate conversation — while also being strategically close to other popular date destinations (Smitten Ice Cream, Patricia’s Green, etc.).
Overall, I had a lot of fun and am looking forward to the next date.
My Thoughts
Given the price of admission — between $ 499 and $ 599 (
) — it’s not for everyone (though, it is less expensive compared to other similar matchmaking services). If you’re looking to date and value convenience and your time, however, you should try it out. You might be pleasantly surprised.

With all the other dating services out there I would spend what seemed like hours searching through dating profiles. I would catch myself at work, the gym, during dinner, and all other times of the day addicted to these dating sites. It consumed all my time. After finding Emyli this completely changed and I had freed myself from the online dating prison. The stress was taking away by the simplicity of the Emlovz service. After our meeting, Emyli emailed me pics/​details of each woman for my approval. Once I said yes, Emyli put both dates and meeting locations together the next day. All I had to do was show up.
Working with Emyli (Emlovz) has really simplified my dating efforts. We met for about 30 minutes in person here in SF. I told her the type of woman I was looking for. Within three weeks she set me up with 2 dates. One of the dates went OK, however I’m still seeing the second one. I’m not sure if she is The One, but we will see what the future holds. All I know is we’re having fun and it looks promising.
I would recommend Emyli’s service as I truly believe she cares.

Does anyone really ever get 6 5-​star ratings? Seriously, Unilocalers, you are all much smarter than that.
I have no idea who wrote the other reviews but they clearly have some connection to the company.
Pros: The «Mystery Dates» are actually fun and creative way of breaking the ice on a blind date.
Cons: What passes for matchmaking is a little disturbing.
Your profile consists of maybe 5 questions. My in person meeting was 30 minutes where I asked most of the questions. One of my matches, who was not a «customer» spoke to the Tawkify rep for 10 mins on the phone before agreeing to a date. Needless to say we had nothing in common.
Hint: For free, you too can troll LinkedIn for prospective dates and then ask a friend to set you up with the person. Don’t waste your money unless you are 24, from the Midwest and have zero dating experience.