SDC Review January 2019: Real Pleasure or False Hopes?

Last updated: August 2018

Our Review

SDC or Swingers Date Club is currently one of the world's largest international communities for swingers. Established in 1999, they have been since then the number one provider of pleasure, fun, and excitement to couples and single people. Their goal is to allow couples (and singles as well) swing and explore their erotic fantasies through their different events, travels, parties, and other features.

The site has a huge database with over 3 million members worldwide. It is available in many countries, including the United Kingdom, but most of its members are from the United States and the Netherlands. It operates globally but its main office is located in the Netherlands.

Member Structure

Members

45,500 from Singapore

Members activity

18,200 active weekly

Gender Proportion

You get a personal profile which you can fill out

Target groups are swinger couples and singles looking for fun and excitement
Dating platform accepts all kinds of individuals regardless of sexual orientation and preference
Majority of the members are different types of swinger couples (straight, gay, lesbian, etc.)
For singles, there are more male than female members
Members are expressive and informative in indicating what type of sexual experience they prefer

SDC has over 3 million members around the globe. If you make a quick search, most of these members are from the United States and the Netherlands. In the United Kingdom, it has almost 500,000 users.

As you can see above, the graph suggests that it's a popular swing lifestyle community among adults. More than that, it's favoured by couples, whether straight, gay, lesbian, etc. Users are very particular in detailing their preferred sexual activities and what exactly they are looking for.

You'll never get bored of this platform. It gives you the chance to experience your deepest and wildest sexual desires. Plus, it opens other possibilities that you can explore, even those that you never expected you'll try.

18-24
25-34
35-44
45-54
55+

Signing Up

Signing up is easy but it takes time to finally complete the process
No personality tests needed, just personal information
Your pictures need admin approval before they can be publicly posted
No immediate match suggestions
You can sign up with your partner as a couple

Registering for an account in SDC is easy but it quite takes time. You need maybe about 5 minutes or more to complete the process. This is because the platform requires you to answer many questions first like your swing status, what you're searching for, etc. You'll be asked as well if you're signing in as a couple or an individual looking for swing dates. It's all worth it, though, as this is the admins' way of promoting your profile to other members that suit your taste and preferences.

Once registered, you need to verify your account before proceeding. Check your email and click the link that the site has sent you. Thereafter, you can immediately fill in your other profile information and upload great pictures to get noticed and experience more action. But you can always do this later should you choose not to complete your profile first.

An upfront premium membership is also offered once you start utilising the site's functions. They immediately offer their 7-day free trial that allows you to enjoy some paid features (but still with limitations). You may, however, choose to update your membership immediately.

Making Contact

No match suggestions; only free search options
Free search displays members who are online
You cannot actively flirt with anyone; availability of others depend on their individual settings
Profile images of other members are visible, but there are many pictures that are on private mode
Search filters are comprehensive and detailed

There is a chatroom

Contacting other members in SDC requires premium membership. Even the 7-day free trial won't allow you to message any other member. Likewise, you can always enter the chatroom of the country of your choice, but the site won't allow you to join and interact with others. This isn't surprising as the moderators are only implementing their safety measures. SDC is not your ordinary dating site. Precautions are necessary to ensure your safety.

Once you avail of the premium membership, however, communication becomes very effective. There are many swing couples and singles that really show their interest to other members by directly contacting them. Moreover, they are very straightforward in telling you what types of swing individual they're looking for. If you happen to be their type and you want to have some fun time with them, you can ask them to validate your profile. Validation is a special feature that lets other members give reviews to others, indicating how genuine and real a member is.

Profile Quality

You can upload public pictures, private pictures, and photo albums
Individual images and information may be unlocked for specific members
Profile information is divided into several sections like physical appearance, swing status, description about yourself, etc.
Other members' profiles are very detailed and informative
There are three available types of account for members: business, singles, couples

The profiles are very detailed
The profile information can be changed later
Profile pictures are visible to everyone for free

Certainly, getting a real date in this swing platform is legit. While it is true that there are fake profiles, there's only a small chance that you'll encounter them. As mentioned earlier, the site takes pride in providing only safe and effective dating parties and events to their users. Thus, they are really strict when it comes to scammers, fraudulent accounts, and decoys. Additionally, you can always report anything you find suspicious.

There are three kinds of profile available on SDC: single, couple, and business. Yes, business profiles are available on SDC. However, when you start to register, you are only given two options which are single and couple. Based on our research, the business profiles are paid and you need to directly contact the company before you can create an account. These businesses are the clubs, bars, and swing communities that hold parties and events for swingers.

Note as well that you can always edit/change your profile information, particularly the description about yourself, about page, and photos. This action is free during the 7-day Free Trial, but you need to be subscribed to be able to do this once the trial period expires.

App

App's design and functionality are clear and appropriate
Easier to use and navigate compared to the full site, but loading is slower
Free to download on Google Play, iTunes, and Windows
Available on all types of android smartphones
Functions the same way as the full website

SDC's mobile application functions exactly the same way as the full website. You can even use it to upgrade your account to full membership. You can book travels and put your name in guest lists as well by using it.

One thing you should remember, however, is that it needs a reliable and strong internet connection to be useful. Since the platform offers its full site's features on the app, it might take a few minutes before you can finally fully load a page.

If in case, however, you can't access the mobile application, SDC is also available on mobile website. This means you'll be able to access it as long as you have a browser on your phone.

Real Life Review

I got to admit, SDC really gave me and my wife the thrills and excitement we've been looking for in other swing lifestyle communities. We didn't just get to enjoy meeting other folks that are ready for the kind of sex games we're up to. We were able to explore things we've never thought we would try. I would recommend this dating site to anyone really looking forward to taking their sexual pleasure to new heights. - Businessman, 39

Design and Usability

This is probably the only weakness of SDC. The design of their website seems to be quite plain. It's elegant looking as it's dark and simple, yet it somehow lacks appeal. Moreover, there are so many blank spaces once you reach the end of each page. Despite of it all, however, the site is functional and easy to navigate. It doesn't take so much time before you completely learn how things work. You just really need to be patient in checking all of its features so you can get the best out of it.

SDC Costs and Prices

Engage in speed dating events
Become part of SDC communities
Add travel plans to the Travel calendar
Use the invitation program
Include yourself in the photo and video spotlight
Add your photo to the SDC login page
Get updated by new offered travels

Contact other members
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May be restricted due to members' individual settings and preferences
Update or change your profile
Access to the webcam chatroom
Validate and be validated by other members
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Validation is a special feature that boosts your popularity and proves your authenticity -- a proof that your profile is not fake.
See all profiles and pictures
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May be restricted due to members' individual settings and preferences
Use the Instant Messenger
Add posts in the Swingers blogs
Offer your service to other members
Join a party and add yourself in the guest list
Access to the voyeur cam
Participate in different site contests

Duration / Credits / Coins	Costs per month	Total
Full Membership
1 Month	29.95 $ / Month	29.95 $
3 Months	19.98 $ / Month	59.95 $
6 Months	16.66 $ / Month	99.95 $
12 Months	12.50 $ / Month	149.95 $

Bank Transfer
Credit Card
Direct Debit
Cash

Just like any other dating platform, SDC offers both free and paid membership. As shown above, you can choose for how many months would you like your subscription to lasts.

They actually have another option aside from those four. From time to time, they offer their lifetime membership promo which costs $250. They usually make press releases when they are about to implement this once in a lifetime huge discount. Thus, if you want to avail of it, make sure you're always online to check any press release.

Another good news is that SDC offers a 7-day free trial once you register. This allows you to enjoy the benefits of having a premium membership, but still with limitations. Such limitations include:

Webcam chat room: You can read the chats, but you're not allowed to join.
Validating members: You can receive validations, but you can't validate other members.
Access to profiles/pictures: You will only see the first picture.
Use of the Instant Messenger: You can receive IMs, but you can't send one.
Access to the Swingers blogs: You can only read first. You may not post yet.
Offering service to other members: You can view offers, but you can't accept them yet. You may not also offer your service.

If you upgrade your 7-day trial to premium membership, all of these restrictions will go away and you'll be entitled to full enjoyment of the site.

With regard to the renewal of your subscription, your premium membership automatically renews every after the end of your chosen terms (plan). You may turn this off by going into your Account Settings page.

Special Features

Truth is, you won't get bored with SDC whether you're a full member or not. They have many special features that require full membership, but there are also those that do not.

Explore

Under this tab, you'll get to enjoy the following:

See who's online
Sort, filter, and save your search options
Join speed dating events - For full members only
Manage your travel calendar - You can insert your travel plans here to let others know that you'll be visiting their city/country.
Blogs - Reading is for free, but posting your own blog posts requires full membership. Blogs are usually about swinging tips and advice, and experiences in parties and events.
Watch videos of other members - For full members only
Join or vote on their contests - Only paid members may participate. They will vote or give their rating to the contestants. Contests are, for instance, who has the most beautiful face, bosom, etc.
Join parties and club events - For full members, you can add yourself in the guest list without directly contacting the club.
Visit SDC's travel website and book yourself a room for their upcoming events
Validate someone or ask validation from someone who's willing

Connect

In here, you have the following features:

Mailbox - Lets you send and receive messages to/from parties/club events.
Messenger - Allows you to connect with other members instantly and privately. Full membership is required.
Contacts - Provides you an option to create your own contact list by saving other members' profiles. This also requires full membership.
Chatroom - Allows you to join a chatroom, depending on the country of your choice. You may not, however, use it without paying for an upgraded full membership plan.
Voyeur Cam - This feature requires you to be a full member and have a flash player on your desktop computer or mobile phone. You'll see here real-time live shows of singles and couples having fun at the moment.
Groups - Access to the groups you have joined in, and other groups you would probably want to be a part of
Viewed Me - A list of those who have viewed your profile and have shown interest on you

SDC Promo

This is the site's way of promoting their website. You'll have:

Affiliate Program - You can partner with SDC and be popular by signing up to their affiliate program application.
Promote SDC - A template is provided and you can just put in the email addresses of your friends and colleagues. They will then receive an invitation from SDC, mentioning that you have referred them.
Bracelets - These are paid items that you may avail if you want to enjoy discounts from shopping stores, events, and parties that are affiliated with SDC.

Profile Visit

When you visit a profile, you'll also get to have the chance to do the following:

Send the account owner an email - For full members only
Check their history - For full members only
Add notes to such member's profile
Give such member validation
Bookmark such member and save them in your contact list
Invite such member to a party/event
Like the profile of such member

Our rating

Signing Up:	4.0 / 5
Making Contact:	3.0 / 5
Profile Quality:	5.0 / 5
App:	3.5 / 5
Real Life Review:	4.5 / 5

Editors Conclusion

If you're a swinger looking for real fun and excitement, then SDC might be the home for you. Evidently, it's not your typical dating site that matches individuals according to their personality or preferences. It's more than that as it offers parties, events, travels, and other exhilarating features. It is probably one of the best swing lifestyle communities out there. Although it lacks some important attributes like the refund policy, we think it's a better option than other swinger dating sites. After all, it has many other features you can enjoy. Even without the refund policy, you'll surely get the best out of it assuming you're really into a swing community. Plus, this home for swingers actually values your privacy.

FAQ

About

What is SDC?

SDC stands for Swingers Date Club. It is one of the biggest swinging lifestyle websites today with over 3 million members worldwide. This erotic dating site aims to provide fun, pleasure, and excitement to single and couple swingers.

Is SDC free?

The platform offers both free and paid features. Basic membership requires no payment, but you need to subscribe to their plans if you want to enjoy the site's most important functions.

Is SDC safe and legit?

Yes, the site is safe and legit. Although quite liberated, it has safety measures to prevent fraudulent and malicious acts that violate their terms and conditions.

Usability

How does SDC work?

SDC allows couple and single swingers to look for members who are up for some exciting sexual acts. It gives you the option to utilise all its functions according to your preferences.

Additionally, some of its members hold parties where you can add yourself as part of the guest list if you are a premium member. These members are sometimes erotic clubs and bars that are within your vicinity. The site itself organises parties, gatherings, and travel events every once in a while.

Why can't I message other SDC members?

You can message other members as long as you can see the green messenger icon next to their login names. Without the green messenger icon, however, that means the member has specifically turned off his messaging functions.

Why is my second location in SDC not working?

Your second location will not be considered as the "second location" if it is less than 15miles/25km away from your first location.

May I change my swing status from single to couple or vice versa?

Yes, you may. However, you need to contact the site's help desk so they can assist you. Before contacting their personnel, you also need to make sure that your profile text (information) and pictures are updated. This shall help their customer support determine if you're suited to change your status.

Does SDC offer special features?

Yes. In fact, they offer glamorous special features like parties and events. As to the website's functions, they have chat rooms, live videos, and more.

Costs and Payment

Is the premium membership in SDC expensive?

It is quite expensive compared to other dating sites (swing communities). Rest assured, the features and spectacular events are worth the money if you're really looking for a swingers club.

Is my SDC membership automatically renewed?

Yes, all accounts are automatically renewed unless switched off by their owners.

Do I need to pay to be a part of any party's guest list?

Adding yourself to a guest list requires full membership. If you are already a full member, however, there wouldn't be any additional payment anymore.

Are the travel offers free of charge?

You can access travel offers of other members even without the subscription. However, other things such as tickets are no longer part of the site's services. For this, you'll have to pay for whatever the organiser will require.

Security

Is my SDC profile protected?

Yes, your profile is always protected. The admins make sure that all accounts are validated through their safety measures. Aside from that, you can optimise your account according to your preference, and limit the information you want to share with others.