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Best Niche Dating Site 2011

Readers' Choice Award 2011 Finalists

By , About.com Guide

Three weeks of nominations for the 2011 Readers' Choice Awards led us to these five niche dating site finalists listed in alphabetical order. Learn more about each niche dating site and review any that you've used. Voting closed on March 8th, and the winner announced March 15th, 2011.

BrainiacDating.com

BrainiacDating.comSocial Universe LLC

Online dating for intelligent singles, although there are no IQ tests to join. Primarily composed of US, UK and Canadian singles at this time, although there's a larger than average than average user base to choose from (24,000 and counting). Free, with certain features available by subscription.

JDate.com

JDateSpark Networks USA, LLC.

The largest Jewish dating site on the internet, with a predominant focus on metropolitan US singles (although international users are welcome). Standard dating site features with specific faith-based events and language. Free to sign up with limited access, and subscriptions ranging from $19.99 to $39.99 a month.

Kikini

KikiniKikini Limited

Open only to US-based college students, Kikini focuses more on the social aspects of dating, such as with social networking. Quick to create a profile with a focus more on connections than who you are or what you're looking for. Free.

MVPdate.com

MVPdate.comMVPdate.com

MVPdate connects sports fans for social networking and love connections. Standard dating site features with a sports-oriented twist. Pay-per-use, but unsure as to monthly fees.

Prescription4Love

Prescription4LovePrescription4Love

Specializing in singles with medical conditions who don't want to lie about their health status, Prescription4Love fits a niche that few other dating sites are willing to focus on. Created in honor of the owner's brother who suffered from Colitis in 2003, now caters to more than 200 diseases and medical conditions. Free.

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