Jerkmate

Jerkmate's twist is matching: instead of scrolling through thousands of rooms, you answer a quick survey and its recommender (a robot mascot called Jerky) suggests models that fit your answers. The site says more than 35,000 models go live every day, split into women, men, couples and trans, and its footer shows it runs on Streamate's network.

How it works

Besides the matching quiz, you can browse hundreds of categories and tags (ethnicity, MILF, petite, curvy, foot fetish, roleplay and more) or search by name. The homepage also pulls out rooms with toy control, where tips move the model's interactive toy, and upcoming Gold Shows. A free account lets you watch public rooms, browse and chat with other members.

What it costs

Joining is free, but the sign-up form asks for a card, and that's what unlocks paid features. Jerkmate's currency is Gold, and one Gold is one dollar, which makes spending easier to follow than on token sites. A private chat puts the model's focus on you, though other members can join and watch. Cam-to-cam lets the model see you during a private session. Gold Shows are group shows: the model sets a goal, a minimum buy-in and a time limit, and the show starts when members have chipped in enough. Each model sets their own rates, so check the price before you start a session.

Who it suits

Jerkmate suits anyone who finds big cam sites overwhelming and wants a shortcut to models they'll like, and anyone keen on cam-to-cam. If you'd rather watch for free without entering a card, Chaturbate and Stripchat are the better start; for polished one-to-one shows, see LiveJasmin. Our guides to the best cam sites for private shows and the best free cam sites compare them.