Aquarius Compatibility: What Signs Are Least Compatible with Aquarius?

As a free-spirited and attractive Aquarius, you have a lot of options. Since you're such a coveted air sign, we're here to make sure you have a rewarding romantic life! In this article, we'll review your worst and best matches. We'll also share how you can optimize your bond with any of these signs. Ultimately, the choice is yours, Waterbearer. Read on to learn how to overcome romantic challenges and enhance your connections.

This article is based on an interview with our astrologer and performance artist, Angel Eyedealism. Check out the full interview here.

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Aquarius Compatibility Overview

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Astrologer Angel Eyedealism classifies Aquarius as an independent sign that "needs time and space for intellectual detachment. Don't get too personal too fast." As such, Aquarius is least compatible with earth and water signs—they tend to get attached. Earth signs like Taurus and Capricorn are traditional, which Aquarius finds stifling. Water signs like Pisces, Cancer, and Scorpio force the logically-minded Aquarius to wade through intense emotions. Aquarius is most compatible with fiery Aries and Sagittarius or other air signs, like Gemini and Libra, who, according to Astrologer Angel Eyedealism, can "Engage mentally first [and] talk about ideas, concepts, and the intellectual construct of love from a perspective that allows Aquarius enough distance to relax into intimacy."

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Aquarius Compatibility: Least Compatible

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Taurus Aquarius and Taurus are on a shaky foundation—they’re prone to conflict from the very start. Taurus is a fan of old-fashioned values, while Aquarius seeks an alternative lifestyle that really breaks the rules. Since Aquarius always wants to go out and live it up, Taurus will often feel neglected and left alone at home. Domestic bliss can be difficult to achieve under these conditions.
- This couple’s biggest challenge: Clashing value systems.
- How to make it work: Taurus can tell Aquarius that staying at home once in a while is a valuable chance to recharge. Aquarius, you can lure Taurus to go on an adventure and appeal to the earth sign’s desire for exquisite vacations.
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Cancer Aquarius and Cancer experience a push-and-pull dynamic—Crab constantly reaches out for love, while the freedom-loving Aquarius is always on the run. This distance will wound sensitive Cancer’s ego and cause them to crawl back into their shell. Over time, these two may be so far apart that it will be difficult to come back together.
- The couple’s biggest challenge: Different love languages.
- How to make it work: Cancer can embrace Aquarius’ deep-seated need for independence, which will make the air sign feel valued. Aquarius, try to match Cancer’s effort by carving out time to provide physical touch and reassurance.
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Capricorn Aquarius and Capricorn bewilder each other. Capricorn fiercely guards tradition, while Aquarius wants to throw out all the rulebooks. On top of that, Capricorn craves fiery passion and sees Aquarius as cold and aloof. Even their social lives clash—Capricorn turns down invitations to focus on work, while Aquarius is always up for a party. All in all, these two signs hardly see eye to eye.
- The couple’s biggest challenge: Opposite goals and outlooks on life balance.
- How to make it work: Capricorn’s insight about the right steps to take will help the air sign achieve their visions. Aquarius, fan the flames of Capricorn’s creativity and encourage the fire sign to expand their social horizons.
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Pisces Aquarius and Pisces are both people pleasers—this means they can often struggle to find time for romance. While the air sign and the water sign adore building community, they don’t understand each other’s inner worlds. Aquarius won’t want to sit still to process feelings with Pisces, and Pisces will find Aquarius’ disappearing acts stressful.
- The couple’s biggest challenge: Opposing communication styles.
- How to make it work: Pisces can embrace Aquarius’ eccentricities—the quirky air sign will find this incredibly endearing. Aquarius, you can earn Pisces trust by letting Pisces know that the water sign is someone they prize.^{[1]XResearch source}
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Scorpio Aquarius and Scorpio are bold, so they’ll be attracted to each other’s intensity—however, each will also fight for control. Initially, Aquarius will find Scorpio’s brooding nature attractive, while Scorpio will live for Aquarius’ deep conversations. Over time, Scorpio will find it difficult to share Aquarius’ attention with others and may become possessive. This won’t sit well with Aquarius, who doesn't want to be “tied down.”
- The couple’s biggest challenge: Similar desires for control.
- How to make it work: Scorpio can value quality time with Aquarius instead of focusing on how much space the air sign takes. Aquarius, if you say how rare the intellectual water sign is, Scorpio will feel cherished.

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Aquarius Compatibility: Most Compatible

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Aquarius Aquarius and Aquarius will find each other incredibly magnetic thanks to all their common interests. Since they’re both driven by social justice and humanitarian causes, they’ll talk all day about how to change the world. They’ll never run out of other topics to discuss, either. Both air signs read up on as much as they can, so they’ll have so much to share with each other.
- This couple’s biggest strength: Their love of activism and mental stimulation.
- How to make it work: Aquarius and Aquarius' dynamic can turn platonic fairly quickly. They should communicate about their fantasies and make time to build physical—not just intellectual—chemistry.
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Aries Aquarius and Aries enjoy a rare spark with each other—they adore each other’s banter, sense of humor, and need for freedom. The fiery Aries is full of passion and zest, which will ignite Aquarius’ desire, as the air sign sees debating as a valid form of flirting. These two signs will always look forward to time together.
- This couple’s biggest strength: Their dynamic conversations and free spirits.
- How to make it work: These two might end up just seeing one another as friends. To strengthen their romantic potential, they need to focus on emotional intimacy instead of just fun.
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Gemini Aquarius and Gemini are two air signs on cloud nine when they meet. They both crave freedom and fun, so they’ll instantly be attracted to each other’s bright, vibrant auras. Even after their amazing first impression, they’ll be bewitched. These observant air signs love to absorb every detail and talk about it, so Gemini and Aquarius will constantly be swept away with each other.
- This couple’s biggest strength: Their adventurous natures and curiosity.
- How to make it work: Since they start off on such a high note, Gemini and Aquarius may forget what it takes to build a long-term relationship. To stand the test of time, they’ll need to have honest talks about their romantic expectations.
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Libra Aquarius and Libra are sociable air signs everyone loves. These two love stealing the show and making tons of friends—instead of being threatened by each other’s charisma, they’re huge fans of each other. When they match up, they’re teammates and sparkling conversationalists who love to make everyone laugh. They’re truly a power couple that enjoys sharing the spotlight.
- This couple’s biggest strength: Their outgoing personalities and wittiness.
- How to make it work: While they’re great at entertaining everyone else, Aquarius and Libra need to make time for each other. Once they create a routine to get their physical needs met, this match will find harmony.
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Sagittarius Aquarius and Sagittarius are risk-takers and rebels—they’re always up for another adventure, so they relate to each other easily. Since they both make their stance on freedom clear, they never fear losing their autonomy. Whenever one of the signs needs space, a change in scenery, or a bit of novelty, the other will support that.
- This couple’s biggest strength: Their transparency and respect for each other.
- How to make it work: Since both of these signs value independence, they have a flimsy idea of what “commitment” is. Aquarius and Sagittarius will either have to just enjoy the journey together or stop to reflect on the future they want.