by Navigating the world of online dating can be a challenge, especially when it comes to crafting the perfect messages and keeping the conversation alive. Rizz, an AI-powered app designed to be your personal dating assistant, promises to make this process smoother by generating conversation starters and replies for you. But can this app truly outshine the seasoned dating advice of a human expert? I decided to find out.
What Rizz Offers
Rizz (free for the first week, then $7 per week) positions itself as your “AI wingman.” Users can upload screenshots of their conversations from various platforms—whether dating apps or messaging services like iMessage or WhatsApp—to receive instant, AI-generated responses. Additionally, you can provide a photo of a match, and Rizz will craft a personalized pickup line for you.
My Experience with Rizz
Right from the start, Rizz’s user interface impressed me with its simplicity. When I needed a witty comeback for a Hinge message that read, “Finally got my wife,” getting a Rizz-generated reply was effortless. The suggested response was, “With a wife already in the picture, are you looking for a side dish or just window shopping? ;)”
Although this reply was quite bold and out of character for me, it didn’t put off my match. In fact, he responded with, “Always room for a side dish, especially when it’s dessert.” Interestingly, this allowed me to swiftly move on from someone I might not have clicked with, demonstrating that Rizz can indeed help filter out less compatible matches.
However, I noticed that Rizz’s algorithm sometimes fixates on individual words rather than grasping the full context of a message. For example, the app seemed to misunderstand the context of the word “wife,” leading to some less nuanced suggestions.
I also ran a test by uploading a screenshot of my own Hinge profile to see what pickup lines Rizz would suggest. The results were surprisingly decent. While the lines weren’t groundbreaking and featured a few too many winky faces, they were engaging enough to avoid an immediate swipe left.
Final Thoughts
Rizz is more of an eccentric sidekick than a flawless wingman. It excels at providing conversation starters when you’re stuck or need some fresh ideas. While its suggestions can sometimes be a bit outdated or overly literal, it’s a useful tool for sparking conversation and deciding whether to keep chatting with someone.
If you’re looking for a bit of help with your online dating game or need a quick brainstorming session, Rizz could be a valuable addition to your toolkit. Just remember to tweak its suggestions to fit your personal style and context.
