--- title: "Mattr — Dating Platform | DII | Dating Industry Insights" description: "World's first neurodivergent-friendly dating founded 2021. Built from founder's ADHD experience. Inclusive focus." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Mattr", "url": "https://www.getmattr.com", "description": "Mattr is the world's first neurodivergent-friendly dating platform launched in 2022 by founder Jamie Johnston, who created the app based on personal ADHD experiences and frustration with traditional dating apps' accessibility barriers for neurodivergent users. 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The platform employs personality-led matching delivering seven curated daily matches drawn from diverse interest profiles rather than algorithmic preference replication based on user swipe behavior patterns. Mattr's feature set includes optional neurodiversity status disclosure enabling users to self-identify and seek compatible partners, daily mental health check-ins supporting emotional regulation, video response capability for users struggling with typing, voice-activated text reading for those with reading challenges, and proprietary 'Honesty Box' functionality enabling users to proactively share thoughts, feelings, relationship preferences, and red flags. The platform serves London-based users with 1,200 active members achieved during first operational year. Revenue model combines freemium core access with Mattr Club premium membership providing access to London's premium venues and in-person events curated for authentic connection. Business model targets underserved neurodivergent demographic experiencing high frustration with mainstream dating apps. Current status reflects foundational London market establishment with expansion plans targeting additional cities with significant neurodivergent populations. USA Founded 2021 [Website](https://www.getmattr.com) [![Jamie Johnston headshot](https://wljexrfnabxcmtcyztnv.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/profile-images/aaa55332-4cef-439c-a316-b428acec83ba.jpg) Jamie Johnston CEO & Co-Founder ](/people/jamie-johnston) [News Coverage](#coverage) ## Mattr Key People [![Jamie Johnston headshot](https://wljexrfnabxcmtcyztnv.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/profile-images/aaa55332-4cef-439c-a316-b428acec83ba.jpg) Jamie Johnston CEO & Co-Founder ](/people/jamie-johnston) ## Latest Mattr News [View all coverage →](/news?company=mattr) [ ### Mattr's 'Pitch My Queer Bestie' Event: Social Proof as Product Strategy Mattr hosted a sold-out 'Pitch My Queer Bestie' event in Edinburgh on 31 July in partnership with Diageo and Edinburgh Pride The event format requires friends to deliver five-slide presentations vouch… Community & Directory 12 Aug 2026 ](/news/mattr-queer-dating-event-edinburgh)[ ### RAW's Valentine's Campaign Admits: The App Is the Obstacle RAW's Valentine's Day campaign curates men into pet-adoption-style profile cards, funneling matches directly into hosted group dating events in New York Women browse and select; men apply to be featur… Daily News Wire 10 Feb 2026 ](/news/raw-dating-app-adopt-the-boyfriend)[ ### Mattr's Angel Pivot: When Values Meet Venture Capital Reality Mattr has secured 26,000 downloads and facilitated 50,000 conversations since launching in 2021 The company is raising the final £35,000 of a funding round after failing to secure VC backing Venture i… Financial & Investor 5 Jun 2025 ](/news/mattr-final-funding-round-update)[ ### Mattr's Crowdfunding Gamble: Can Niche Apps Survive Without Match? Mattr has raised £177,000 through crowdfunding—78% of its £225,000 target—from 247 investors with three days remaining The app targets neurodivergent users, citing survey data showing 94% feel misunde… Financial & Investor 18 Feb 2025 ](/news/mattr-launches-177k-crowdfunding-campaign-expansion)[ ### GDI's London Line-Up: Betting on Niche Over Mainstream Global Dating Insights London conference set for 25 September at The Dilly Hotel with four challenger brands confirmed as first speakers UK dating market valued at £14.5bn according to TSB, though met… Community & Directory 15 Jul 2024 ](/news/global-dating-insights-london-conference-speakers) ## Companies Similar to Mattr [![222 logo](https://img.logo.dev/222.place?token=pk_K6hdbPRcTQSnsRNEiZ-Ymg&size=80&format=png&fallback=monogram)222 Dating Platform ](/companies/222)[![9count logo](https://img.logo.dev/name/9count?token=pk_K6hdbPRcTQSnsRNEiZ-Ymg&size=80&format=png&fallback=monogram)9count Dating Platform ](/companies/9count)[![Ailo logo](https://img.logo.dev/ailoapp.com?token=pk_K6hdbPRcTQSnsRNEiZ-Ymg&size=80&format=png&fallback=monogram)Ailo Dating Platform ](/companies/ailo)[![Aisle logo](https://img.logo.dev/aisle.co?token=pk_K6hdbPRcTQSnsRNEiZ-Ymg&size=80&format=png&fallback=monogram)Aisle Dating Platform ](/companies/aisle)[![BeeDee logo](https://img.logo.dev/beedee.com?token=pk_K6hdbPRcTQSnsRNEiZ-Ymg&size=80&format=png&fallback=monogram)BeeDee Dating Platform ](/companies/beedee)[![Betterhalf.ai logo](https://img.logo.dev/betterhalf.ai?token=pk_K6hdbPRcTQSnsRNEiZ-Ymg&size=80&format=png&fallback=monogram)Betterhalf.ai Dating Platform ](/companies/betterhalfai) ![Dating Industry Insights](/assets/dii-logo-footer-B-hNTbau.webp) B2B intelligence for the online dating industry. 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