MyBzz
- The catch
- Search results and messaging before a connection need VIP [2] [1]
Business networking · Alternatives guide
MyBzz Alternatives
Pick MyBzz for local business contacts and events, Lunchclub for a free weekly introduction, Meetup for in-person events, which MyBzz’s own comparison calls usually free or low-cost, and LinkedIn Premium for a profile-led search. [5] [6] [8]
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MyBzz and its alternatives
Lunchclub
- Best for
- A free weekly introduction
- Cost
- Core matching free, per MyBzz’s comparison; extras by invitation
- The catch
- Company-written comparison; Lunchclub pricing not confirmed [5]
Meetup
- Best for
- Attending in-person events
- Cost
- Usually free or low-cost to attend; organisers pay a subscription, per MyBzz’s comparison
- The catch
- Built around events, not one-to-one matching [6]
LinkedIn Premium
- Cost
- Several paid plans, with free trials; prices not confirmed
- The catch
- Monthly fee for the advanced tools [8]
Omnitwine
- Best for
- One specific contact for current work, such as a supplier, partner or client, with a reason for each suggestion
- The catch
- No payment route, no guarantee of a reply; early-stage network [9] [11] [10]
| Platform | Best for | Cost | The catch |
|---|---|---|---|
| MyBzz | Local business contacts, events and groups | Free plan; VIP $29 a month on the web | Search results and messaging before a connection need VIP[2] [1] |
| Lunchclub | A free weekly introduction | Core matching free, per MyBzz’s comparison; extras by invitation | Company-written comparison; Lunchclub pricing not confirmed[5] |
| Meetup | Attending in-person events | Usually free or low-cost to attend; organisers pay a subscription, per MyBzz’s comparison | Built around events, not one-to-one matching[6] |
| LinkedIn Premium | A profile-led search of a large network | Several paid plans, with free trials; prices not confirmed | Monthly fee for the advanced tools[8] |
| Omnitwine | One specific contact for current work, such as a supplier, partner or client, with a reason for each suggestion | Free, takes no cut | No payment route, no guarantee of a reply; early-stage network[9] [11] [10] |
Why people look elsewhere from MyBzz
Three things push people to look at other tools: the free plan cannot message anyone before a connection, the sign-in method changes on 6 November 2026, and the privacy policy adds OpenAI processing of profile text from the same date. Each alternative below is weaker or stronger on one of those points. [1] [3] [4]
Lunchclub: a free weekly introduction, if the company is right
MyBzz’s comparison says Lunchclub’s core weekly matching is free, with invite-based extras. It says MyBzz shows suggested matches first and starts a conversation only after both agree. Lunchclub’s own pricing is not on this page, so check its current terms before you rely on the free part. [5]
Meetup: cheap attendance, and organisers pay
MyBzz’s comparison says attendance on Meetup is usually free or low-cost, and that organisers pay a subscription. MyBzz adds AI matching and messages between events. If your goal is to meet people at one event this month, Meetup’s model fits; if you want contacts between events, MyBzz fits better. [6] [7]
LinkedIn Premium: a profile-led search with free trials
LinkedIn Premium offers several paid plans, including Premium Career, Business, All-in-One and Company Page, and it offers free trials. Its Premium page shows no prices, so check the plan cost before you choose. Use it when you need a full professional profile and a search across a large network. [8]
Omnitwine: one business connection you need now, with a reason for each
Omnitwine is AI-assisted discovery among eligible members. You tell its AI the connection you need for current work, such as a supplier, a partner or a client, and it suggests members who fit, each with a reason. Both people decide whether to connect, and signed-in members can browse its member directory, which lists every member's name, email and LinkedIn. It is free and takes no cut. It does not hold payment, run contracts or guarantee a reply or a hire, and it does not verify identity or skills. If you’re worried about payment, we recommend using an escrow service. [9] [10] [11] [12]
How to choose
Choose MyBzz if you want events, groups and a local card feed, and you accept a monthly fee to message. Choose Lunchclub if you want a free weekly introduction, and check its terms before you rely on it. Choose Meetup if the next step is an event. Choose LinkedIn Premium if the profile and search matter more than a conversation. Choose Omnitwine if you need one specific contact, such as a supplier, partner or client, want a reason for each suggestion, and do not want a monthly fee. Pick one, test it for a month, and keep the other as a backup. [5] [6] [8]
Bibliography
Sources
- MyBzz help centre, What VIP gives you (official)
- MyBzz help centre, How to buy VIP (official)
- MyBzz terms, dated 19 August 2026 and version 4 summary (official)
- MyBzz privacy policy, November version (official)
- MyBzz comparison, MyBzz vs Lunchclub (company-written) (official)
- MyBzz comparison, MyBzz vs Meetup (company-written) (official)
- MyBzz events page (official)
- LinkedIn Premium (official)
- Omnitwine homepage (official)
- Omnitwine terms of service (official)
- Omnitwine about page (official)
- Omnitwine, Privacy Policy (official)