PA, I can't remember where you are. I think Canada? Correct me if I'm wrong.
The people on the apps are about 90% unresponsive, doesn't matter how attractive or nice you are. Most people are seeking validation or to ease boredom through the apps. The next cohort are looking for hookups -- whether or not they actually show up to said hookup is another matter. The next cohort, which is smaller, are looking for genuine connections. These people exist, but you have to do a lot of sifting and have a slew of retarded non-conversations before you find them.
If you're looking for a hookup, that should not be too hard, depending on what your standards are. If you're looking for someone to date and maybe that needle in a haystack partner, you might have to work at it. In the past, when I've felt a good vibe with someone, I've suggested meeting pretty quickly even if it's just for an hour over coffee or something. If you don't act on it: 1) The person may drop off because the online world is attention-deficit central. 2) You may build up an online perception of what the person is like after talking for a long time, only to meet them and be totally disappointed.
If you happen to be in Vancouver, good luck. Vancouver is the worst dating city in Canada. If you look up the definition of aloof in the dictionary, you will see a picture of Vancouver there. It's pretty much the same with the rest of the Pacific Northwest. The lack of adult level social skills here is readily apparent in the dating world. Toronto is hard because of the distances between people + everyone is busy with work. Montreal is easier, but may be hard because some people will only know French.
So... if you're really wondering if you should "break the seal" and get a smart phone just for this, maybe look at desktop dating sites. In most Canadian cities, the people are the same on all of the apps and sites, especially the ones who REALLY want a relationship.