I think the site is actually pretty good and easy to navigate, much better than eharmony.

I also see it a little differently then most on here, because in my view its the same ole problems, and lack of willingness to change between the sexes. Men and women often have different needs. The men always want slim, attractive, young women no matter what they look like or how old. Sex is always at the top of their list, no matter what walk of life they come from. Women in their 30's early 40's who don't have children know they are running out of time, and run into men who won't commit or aren't sure about having children, or already have kids... however....the men are sure they want sex, lol. So for you men, I can't tell you how many male friends I've had who are fathers and are paying their dates child support, and many have advance degrees or already had families with their former spouse. If you don't believe me ask a family court lawyer and he will inform you this is epidemic in this country. Myself I don't blame these women, because the men are using them for sex so they rheaped what they sowed, BUT I'll never understand why so many men who claim to not want children fail to use protection....Hello..that is YOUR responsibility, or go get yourself fixed. Again I don't blame the women because of biology can't wait because they will miss their chance to have a family. So in that age group its the same old thing, and men in their late 40's to 50 something also want the young women, which is fine too. But they need to understand, they will be paying and young women want to be taken care of, and if they have to have sex with a old guy...those are the rewards they expect, and can't say I blame them. Another thing, the younger women often have financial problems (or no finances), and you are their ticket.. so to speak. So just as the men don't come out and say how they want to have countless sex with young attractive women, the women don't come out and say what their true motives are...$$, and security.

So men there are reasons women put like to "cuddle" are "affectionate".... and love to TRAVEL, LOL. Because A - they do that because they know that will attract ALL men to the profile, because they believe it means SEX, and B - they expect you to take them on trips if you want A! And they are letting you know where they like to go! I also love the men who are nearly 50 that want 30-45....and don't even go up to their age, lol, seriously what is that about!? Major denial with older men, and if they would date close to their age they would have better success in finding a mate.
And for the women who put they expect their date to make 100k-150k and up, I laugh my head off. I mean how stupid is that, most women are smart enough to be coy in that department, and how stupid is it for men to list their incomes anyways.

So no I don't blame Match whatsoever, its the sexes and the differences between them and its the same whether you are online, or meet people elsewhere. Yes most people are looking for a partner, but everyone has expectations whether they realize it or not. Men always wonder why after marriage the sex tapered off a bit or a lot,...I'll tell you why; because women know.. to keep a man or to get a man they have to give a lot of sex and oral. And for most women sex is not all that important compared to the kids, finances ect. so the women once married don't have to pretend like they did in the "dating" game. Even men once they feel they have their mate, don't bestow all the courting rituals so its with both sexes imo. Overall men need to somehow realize sex is just part of a relationship, and there are many other aspects of a relationship that are much more important. Women need to be more independent, and stop looking for a man to take care of them or solve their financial problems.....otherwise they continue to go through partners.

My other observation is men and women who have kids from a former relationship and who put them above their partner and still keep the ex in the picture. That is crazy, you have to put your significant other first and put your ex's in the past. If you have kids together do not allow your ex around your family or to attend functions, and do separate birthdays (kids) ect. and in general put your new love interest first. Otherwise, you are practicing self defeating behavior, and really do you want to screw up your future because/over an ex?? Believe me, the second marriages that work do this and instead of the ex as a co-parent, they have their new spouse co-parent. So for Godsake 86 your ex, or your new spouse will 86 you.
Also, if your dating don't force your kids on your date, and don't introduce them UNLESS its very serious - that is only fair to your partner and to your kids, and remember its ok if your kids aren't crazy about your new love and vise vera. You may not like your kids spouse someday, but as long as everyone is polite that is what matters. So be realistic, you can't expect your new spouse to love them like you do, won't happen and myself I've seen where the step and the kids get along great and then down the road they don't. Either way, spend your own time with the kids, and separate time with your partner, but if you want to find a live time mate - put that person first.
Also, please people don't put your kids in your profile pictures, how tacky; don't include those at all. No one wants to see your kids, brother, your ex ect. Only use pictures of yourself if you want to make a good impression.

Otherwise Match does pretty good, they merely deliver the goods and the goods are the same everywhere. If you want success you have to be realistic about your age and yourself, and be willing to compromise and eventually put that person first if you want someone for the long haul. To those of you who are struggling, some of the above may pertain to you so hopefully this has helped, good luck to all.