How We Test Products at IReviewToo.com: No BS, Just Real Reviews

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Our Mission: Smart Reviews for Smarter Choices

“Smart Reviews for Smarter Choices” isn’t just a tagline – it’s our promise. We test products like real people so you can shop with confidence. No hype, no sponsorships, just honest feedback

Our goal is simple: help you make informed buying decisions with real, unbiased reviews.

✔️ We buy or borrow every product—no fake reviews.
✔️ 30+ days of real-world testing to assess performance, durability, and value.
✔️ Bad reviews don’t get deleted—if a product isn’t good, we say it.

How We Test Products (Step-by-Step)

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1. Research & Product Selection

What We Do:

  • Scan Amazon, Reddit, and forums for top-rated products.
  • We prioritize categories where honest reviews are hard to find (e.g., “best budget laptop under $500”).
  • Example: If “best air fryer under $100” is a popular query, we test the top 3 models recommended on Reddit.

2. Real-World Testing (30+ Days Minimum)

Duration: Minimum 30 days of daily use. Unlike many sites that test for just a few hours or days, we use every product for at least a month.What

We Evaluate:

  • Performance: Does it actually do what it promises? (e.g., Does the blender crush ice smoothly?).
  • Durability:  Will it last, or does it break after a few weeks? (e.g., Does the zipper on the backpack break after 2 weeks?).
  • Value: Is it worth buying, or is there a better alternative? (Is it worth the price vs. cheaper alternatives?).

Example: When testing a coffee machine, we brew over 100 cups of coffee to assess consistency and reliability.

3. Honest Reviews: Pros, Cons & Alternatives

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Pros/Cons: We highlight what actually matters, the real advantages and drawbacks—no marketing fluff.

Who It’s For: Not every product is perfect for everyone. We’ll tell you if it’s best for budget shoppers, tech nerds, or small spaces.

Who Should Skip It: Not every product is for everyone.

Alternatives Recommendations: If it’s not great, we suggest better options. 

Do We Accept Free Products or Affiliate Links?

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How We Handle Free Products:

Sometimes, brands send us products for testing. However:

✔️ No Guaranteed Praise: If it’s bad, we say it.
✔️ Full Transparency: We always disclose when a product was provided by a company.
✔️ Why Accept Free Products? It allows us to test expensive items (like a $500 espresso machine) that we otherwise couldn’t afford.

Do We Use Affiliate Links?

Yes, but ethically.

How It Works:

✔️ If you buy via our links, we earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you).
✔️ This funding helps us buy more products for testing.
✔️ No biased recommendations—if we wouldn’t buy it, we won’t recommend it.


Why Trust I Review Too Over Other Review Sites?

Feature Other Review Sites IReviewToo.com
Testing Period 1-2 days (press samples) 30+ days (real use)
Who Funds Reviews? Brands (sponsorships) Readers (via affiliate links)
Negative Reviews Rarely published Always published
Transparency Often unclear if a review is paid Fully disclosed (paid vs. unpaid)
Product Selection Often based on sponsorship deals Based on real consumer interest

FAQs

Q: Do you accept sponsorships?

A: No. We never accept payment to review or promote a product.

Q: How do you choose products to test?

A: We focus on what real people are searching for (e.g., “best vacuum for pet hair 2024”).

Q: Can brands send products?

A:Yes, but we follow our strict review policy—no guaranteed positive reviews.

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