BeFriend: Make Friends Nearby, formerly known as Swipr, is a refreshing app aimed at helping teens connect, chat, and form genuine friendships. With a focus on inclusivity and safety, it moves beyond the usual swipe culture to offer meaningful interactions. The updated design and smooth user experience make it easy to dive in. This is a free app.

Making connections that matter 

BeFriend: Make Friends Nearby offers multiple ways to connect through swiping, voice chat, video calls, and community interest groups. The HMU (Hit Me Up) feature adds spontaneity, allowing users to post and respond to real-time activities. Whether you're into gaming, music, or just chatting, there's a space here to find your people. 

This social and communication app excels at bringing like-minded teens together, promoting safe, friendly interactions. However, occasional bugs and lag — especially during video calls can disrupt the experience. Also, while it promotes friendships, the interface still feels a bit like a dating app at times, which can confuse new users seeking platonic connections only.

A social app that gets teens 

BeFriend: Make Friends Nearby is an engaging, teen-friendly platform that encourages genuine, safe, and fun friendships across interests and cultures. With no hidden costs and an inclusive design, it stands out in a crowded social app space. It’s perfect for teens ready to expand their social circle with real, lasting connections.