Finding the ideal flatmate can be one of the most exciting and, at the same time, stressful adventures of modern life. Who hasn't dreamed of a peaceful coexistence where respect and good vibes are the norm? Yet reality is often different: endless listings, messages that go unanswered, awkward viewings and the doubt of whether that person will fit with you.
Hommis changes the approach: it's an app where you swipe on profiles of people looking for or offering a room, like in dating apps, and only when there's a mutual match can you chat. So you cut the noise and focus on those who have already shown interest. In this guide we explain how the perfect matching works to find a flatmate with Hommis.
The challenge of finding the ideal flatmate
For years, finding a flatmate has been an odyssey: university boards, Facebook groups, classified portals… All these options help, but they often fail at something important: real compatibility.
- Little information: Traditional ads usually give only basic details (“student looking for room”, “quiet professional”). What does “quiet” mean to each person? Schedules, cleanliness, noise?
- Awkward viewings: Meeting potential flatmates in a short viewing can be tense. You have to guess in a short time if that person fits your lifestyle.
- Rushed decisions: Lack of information and hurry lead to bad choices. Result: difficult coexistence and having to search again.
On Hommis, swipe and match mean both sides show interest before talking. So you avoid one-way conversations and focus on people with whom there's already a base of compatibility.
Hommis: your perfect match for flat sharing
Hommis applies the logic of dating apps to the world of renting and finding a flatmate: it's not just about finding a room, but connecting with someone you'd enjoy living with.
The idea is simple: you see profiles (photos and description), swipe right if you're interested and left if not. When two people like each other, there's a match and the chat opens. From there you can get to know each other better, clear up doubts and arrange to see the flat or the room.
Our mission is simple: for you to find a room or flatmate in a clear, direct way with no middlemen. No hidden fees and with a community we work to keep safe.
How matching works on Hommis
1. Create your profile
Complete your profile with a photo and a short description: whether you're looking for a room or offering one, which area, rough budget and something about your lifestyle (schedules, cleanliness, whether you prefer quiet or a more social vibe). A clear profile helps you get matches.
2. Set your search
Specify area, type of accommodation (room or whole flat) and price range. The app then shows you listings that fit.
3. Swipe
Swipe right if you're interested in the profile and left if not. No need to message everyone: only when there's a mutual match does the chat open.
4. Match and chat
When you and someone else have liked each other, it's a match. You can chat directly in the app: ask what you need, request more photos or a video and arrange to see the flat or meet in person.
5. Safety
At Hommis we work to ban scammers and review all reports quickly. Still, use common sense and don't let yourself be fooled: don't send money in advance without having seen the flat and be wary of offers that seem too good to be true.
Advantages of Tinder-style matching for flatmates
- Less noise: You only talk to people who have already shown interest (match). You don't waste time on messages that never get a reply.
- More clarity: You see photos and descriptions at a glance and decide in seconds. No endless forms or overwhelming portals.
- No middlemen: Contact is direct with the person looking for or offering a room. No agencies or hidden fees.
- Available in 11 languages: Spanish, English, Catalan, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Polish, Basque and Galician. Ideal if you're looking for or offering a flat in another city or country.
Tips for finding the ideal flatmate
Be clear in your profile
Briefly say what you're looking for (a room or someone to fill one), which area, budget and something about your day-to-day. That way people who match with you will know if you're a good fit.
Check the app regularly
New profiles and matches appear every day. If you log in from time to time, you won't miss the best options.
Chat calmly
When you have a match, use the chat to clarify important points: expenses, house rules, move-in date, contract. That way you avoid misunderstandings and choose better.
Use the filters
Narrow by area, price and type of accommodation. So you don't waste time on profiles that don't fit.
Conclusion: your ideal flatmate is one swipe away
Finding a flatmate no longer has to be a source of stress. With Hommis you have a simple and intuitive tool: swipe, match and chat directly with people looking for or offering a room, with no middlemen or hidden fees. We've taken the best from dating apps – connection based on mutual interest – and applied it to flat sharing.
Whether you're a student, young professional or expat looking for a room or someone to share your flat with, Hommis helps you find your ideal match.
Ready to find your ideal flatmate? Download Hommis on App Store or Google Play and start swiping.