Why Married at First Sight fans say the New Zealand series is 'better than the Aussie version' READ MORE: Is this MAFS wackiest bride? By A. James For Daily Mail Australia Published: 12:51, 14 June 2024 | Updated: 12:53, 14 June 2024 e-mail 33 shares 1 View comments The new season of Married at First Sight New Zealand has lit up the internet with fans eager to compare the Kiwi show to the Australian franchise. And some viewers have come away convinced that the current season four of MAFS NZ currently screening on 9Now and featuring Aussie relationship expert John Aiken is besting the drama filled version produced Down Under.
Viewers have praised the cast from across the Tasman calling them 'genuine', while slamming Aussie bride and grooms from the last few seasons as attention seekers. 'I feel like they [the contestants] want to find love and true connections,' messaged one fan on Reddit discussing the two versions of the dating show. They continued: 'The Australian version is for drama and to expose themselves and not for the right reasons, influencers, OnlyFans etc.
' The new season of Married at First Sight New Zealand has lit up the internet with fans eager to compare the Kiwi show to the Australian franchise. Pictured: Experts from MAFS NZ, sex therapist Jo Robertson and MAFS AU star John Aiken Fans were also impressed with the Kiwi version only featuring four couples. 'I like the fact that there are far fewer couples, there's more time for them on the couch,' one fan sai.
