Our mission

Making guy friends as a grown man is harder than it should be. Bars, big meetups, and swiping for friends don’t work. Choros is built on small groups, shared activities, and a culture of showing up. It is backed by the first mobile app built for that purpose.

Our activities

Choros offers a range events and experiences for every type of guy

How Choros works

Small Groups

3 to 6 guys, not a crowd. Not an awkward 1 on 1.

Activity-Focused

The best friendships start when you’re doing something together, not forcing conversation

Agent-Assisted

Our in app agent, Emma, helps guide the process so guys aren’t left guessing. We deal with the details. You just show up.

Continuity

tell us who you connect with, and form your trusted crew over time. Let us take care of the planning and making the repeat hangs happen

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Our testimonials

Hear from our members

"Choros takes the cognitive burden off of planning and matches people based on personality compatibility, not just common interests. Try it out! It’s a unique way to meet people."

John

Tysons, 26

Mosiah

Alexandria, 40

"It’s a much more tailored experience. I meet new people while still running into some of the same dudes I enjoyed hanging with before. There is a personal touch. Go for it. You won’t be disappointed. You’ll have stuff to do and cool people to hang out with."

"There's nothing like this for guys. Choros gets to know you right off the bat, and gets to know you more as you attend events and provide feedback. It saves time and frustration by offering highly-curated opportunities for friendship and socializing."

Tim

Fairfax, 41

Scott

DC, 40

"Making friends in your late 30s, early 40s can be awkward. Choros bridges that gap for me and made it surprisingly easy when you do put in some effort to attend activities. Come to an event and give it a shot. Like anything worth doing, you need to step outside your comfort zone and just show up. Be yourself, meet others who are very much like you, and see what happens. There’s absolutely nothing to lose if you’re looking to make new friends. "

"The best part so far has been meeting new and interesting people I probably wouldn't have crossed paths with otherwise. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to meet new people, share experiences and build friendships."

Neeraj

Mclean, 37

Nelson

DC, 40

"The best part has been the ease of activities being coordinated, combined with the interesting people I’ve met so far. The smaller group setting is really ideal for getting to know one another best."

"Choros takes the cognitive burden off of planning and matches people based on personality compatibility, not just common interests. Try it out! It’s a unique way to meet people."

John

Tysons, 26

Alexandria

Mosiah, 40

"It’s a much more tailored experience. I meet new people while still running into some of the same dudes I enjoyed hanging with before. There is a personal touch. Go for it. You won’t be disappointed. You’ll have stuff to do and cool people to hang out with."

"There's nothing like this for guys. Choros gets to know you right off the bat, and gets to know you more as you attend events and provide feedback. It saves time and frustration by offering highly-curated opportunities for friendship and socializing."

Tim

Fairfax, 41

Scott

DC, 40

"Making friends in your late 30s, early 40s can be awkward. Choros bridges that gap for me and made it surprisingly easy when you do put in some effort to attend activities. Come to an event and give it a shot. Like anything worth doing, you need to step outside your comfort zone and just show up. Be yourself, meet others who are very much like you, and see what happens. There’s absolutely nothing to lose if you’re looking to make new friends. "

"The best part so far has been meeting new and interesting people I probably wouldn't have crossed paths with otherwise. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to meet new people, share experiences and build friendships."

Neeraj

Mclean, 37

Nelson

DC, 40

"The best part has been the ease of activities being coordinated, combined with the interesting people I’ve met so far. The smaller group setting is really ideal for getting to know one another best."

Pete

Arlington, 42

"Modern male friendship is like a hostage negotiation where both parties pretend they don’t care if it fails…Now finally there's an app that recognizes this is exactly the kind of thing guys (self included) fumble IRL over and over again…. It’s not just the activities, it’s the work that goes into each set-up. Like someone kept asking, 'What would make this feel less like a forced playdate and more like a real, mutual choosing?' You can feel the care in the app and it comes through in the initiations and follow-ups. It’s like Emma (the concierge) herself is rooting for you, saying, “Hey, it’s okay to want closeness. Let’s build it, one goofy group hike at a time."

"Choros takes the cognitive burden off of planning and matches people based on personality compatibility, not just common interests. Try it out! It’s a unique way to meet people."

John

Tysons, 26

Mosiah

Alexandria, 40

"It’s a much more tailored experience. I meet new people while still running into some of the same dudes I enjoyed hanging with before. There is a personal touch. Go for it. You won’t be disappointed. You’ll have stuff to do and cool people to hang out with."

"There's nothing like this for guys. Choros gets to know you right off the bat, and gets to know you more as you attend events and provide feedback. It saves time and frustration by offering highly-curated opportunities for friendship and socializing."

Tim

Fairfax, 41

Scott

DC, 40

"Making friends in your late 30s, early 40s can be awkward. Choros bridges that gap for me and made it surprisingly easy when you do put in some effort to attend activities. Come to an event and give it a shot. Like anything worth doing, you need to step outside your comfort zone and just show up. Be yourself, meet others who are very much like you, and see what happens. There’s absolutely nothing to lose if you’re looking to make new friends. "

"The best part so far has been meeting new and interesting people I probably wouldn't have crossed paths with otherwise. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to meet new people, share experiences and build friendships."

Neeraj

Mclean, 37

Nelson

DC, 40

"The best part has been the ease of activities being coordinated, combined with the interesting people I’ve met so far. The smaller group setting is really ideal for getting to know one another best."

"Choros takes the cognitive burden off of planning and matches people based on personality compatibility, not just common interests. Try it out! It’s a unique way to meet people."

John

Tysons, 26

Mosiah

Alexandria, 40

"It’s a much more tailored experience. I meet new people while still running into some of the same dudes I enjoyed hanging with before. There is a personal touch. Go for it. You won’t be disappointed. You’ll have stuff to do and cool people to hang out with."

"There's nothing like this for guys. Choros gets to know you right off the bat, and gets to know you more as you attend events and provide feedback. It saves time and frustration by offering highly-curated opportunities for friendship and socializing."

Tim

Fairfax, 41

Scott

DC, 40

"Making friends in your late 30s, early 40s can be awkward. Choros bridges that gap for me and made it surprisingly easy when you do put in some effort to attend activities. Come to an event and give it a shot. Like anything worth doing, you need to step outside your comfort zone and just show up. Be yourself, meet others who are very much like you, and see what happens. There’s absolutely nothing to lose if you’re looking to make new friends. "

"The best part so far has been meeting new and interesting people I probably wouldn't have crossed paths with otherwise. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to meet new people, share experiences and build friendships."

Neeraj

Mclean, 37

Nelson

DC, 40

"The best part has been the ease of activities being coordinated, combined with the interesting people I’ve met so far. The smaller group setting is really ideal for getting to know one another best."

How to join

Want to join? It's simple.

01

Fill Out a Short Questionnaire

Answer a few quick questions about your interests and schedule so we can get to know you.

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02

Get Matched

Emma invites you to activities based on what you want to do and the group vibe you’re looking for. No random crowds, just your crew.

03

Show Up

Commit to an activity and follow through. Choros users show up more than 90% of the time. Tell us who you enjoyed hanging out with, and keep showing up as you see your crew form over time.

Membership & Pricing

Free to get started

$45 per quarter - (first-time discount available during onboarding)

Choros is different from free apps. Free apps treat you like the product, not a person. We charge a simple membership fee so we can keep groups small, follow-through high, and the community real.

What Your Membership Includes

  • New member happy hour — try one event free before membership begins
  • Unlimited sign-ups for your recommended activities
  • Quarterly all-member parties
  • Ability to create and host your own group hangs
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Founder's Story

I’m Alex Vans the founder of Choros and I live in Arlington. I noticed that guys have a hard time making other guy friends once they lose the big institutions that used to hold things together, like college, the military, or a hometown crew. What is left are online spaces, fancy networking events, or random meetups where you get lost in a crowd. None of it feels built for real friendship.

I wanted something I could tap into to find people for regular hangs, and something where I did not have to plan every little detail or make every decision myself.

That is why I started Choros, with help from a few friends who believed in the idea. Small groups, shared activities, and showing up again and again. Now the best part of my week is going to a Choros trivia night, hitting the trail for a hike, or finding guys who share my nerdy niche interests.

Common questions

Do I need to pay to use the app?

Do I need to pay to use the app?

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How often do people use Choros?

How often do people use Choros?

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Is Choros for dating?

Is Choros for dating?

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I don’t live near DC. Can I still join?

I don’t live near DC. Can I still join?

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Can’t I just download the app and get going? Why do I have to request an invitation?

Can’t I just download the app and get going? Why do I have to request an invitation?

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