Review Policy

Testing provides honest, unbiased reviews of products, services, and media. Our goal is to help our readers make informed decisions by providing comprehensive, accurate, and trustworthy evaluations.

Independence and Integrity

Our reviews are independent. We do not accept payment for reviews, and we do not allow manufacturers, publishers, or service providers to preview or approve our reviews before publication. Our editorial team has full control over the content and verdict of every review.

Acquisition of Products

We typically purchase the products we review at retail to ensure we are testing the same version that consumers buy. In some cases, we may accept review units or press copies from companies to provide timely coverage. However, this does not influence our editorial opinion. We always disclose clearly at the beginning of a review if a product was provided by the manufacturer. We do not keep high-value review units; they are returned to the manufacturer or donated.

Review Process

Our review process is rigorous and standardized. We test products in real-world scenarios over an extended period. We benchmark performance against competitors and predecessors. We evaluate:

• Performance: Does the product do what it claims to do?
• Design and Build Quality: Is it well-made and easy to use?
• Value: Is it worth the price?
• Support: How good is the customer service and warranty?

Scoring System

Our scoring system is based on a set of objective criteria relevant to the product category. We evaluate performance, design, value, and other factors to arrive at a final score out of 10.

• 9-10: Exceptional. The best in its class.
• 7-8: Great. Highly recommended with minor flaws.
• 5-6: Good. Average performance, worth considering.
• 3-4: Poor. Significant flaws that hinder usage.
• 1-2: Terrible. Do not buy.

Affiliate Links

We may use affiliate links in our reviews. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. This helps support our work and allows us to continue producing high-quality journalism. However, our affiliate partnerships do not affect our reviews, scores, or comparisons. We recommend products based on merit, not commission rates.