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Are all these new age dating sites / apps really that much better than Craigslist?

Um, sort of? I think the only differences between any two dating sites are vetting and marketing-image. Craigslist has very little of either, and something like Eharmony has a lot of both. Both of them are niches within the larger dating-industry morass.

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Good point. But isn't Craigslist's lack of vetting a good thing (1)? They're already giving out plenty of safety advice (2).

1. http://chrishateswriting.com/post/76431353368/the-anonymity-...

2. http://craigslist.org/about/safety

I don't know what it's like in your area but the Craigslist personals here are just abysmal, full of very low quality mates. I think the anonymity and lack of entry barriers scares anyone worthwhile away, leaving only the desperate and those willing to endure the safety risks.

But isn't Craigslist's lack of vetting a good thing (1)?

It depends on who's trying to use it. Some people simply prefer a more curated experience.

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