Do you think its worth paying money for online dating?

I've been debating the idea of spending money on talking to matches on online dating sites.I figure it might be better than going out to bars and spending money there. You also don't meet the best kind of people at bars either.I do like the way online dating is set up because you know a little about the person before you talk. But to some not knowing is all the fun.But I'd like to hear what you think.Because I value the opinion of complete strangers greatly.