How We Review

So that our recommendations can be followed, we set out openly how they come about: the method we work by, the criteria we apply, and how we fund what we do.

Our method

  1. 1

    Research before the recommendation

    Before we comment on a product, we gather everything available: manufacturer details, published research on the ingredients, technical data, customer feedback and existing third-party reports.

  2. 2

    Placing it among the competition

    A product is only as good as its alternatives. We therefore never assess in isolation, but always in direct comparison with offers in the same category and price range.

  3. 3

    Feedback from real use

    For every product we review publicly available customer ratings and expert opinions. We pay particular attention to criticisms that come up repeatedly.

  4. 4

    Regular review

    Markets move: formulations change, providers adjust prices, new products appear. We therefore revisit our assessments at intervals and update them when the situation has shifted.

Our criteria

Depending on the product category, we weight the following points:

PerformanceDoes the product deliver what the provider promises?
IngredientsAre the components sensibly combined, safe and clearly declared?
Value for moneyIs the price reasonable in relation to what is offered?
Customer satisfactionWhat do those who have already bought the product say?
Ease of useHow straightforward is the product to use day to day?
Service and guaranteeIs customer service reachable, and are the return terms fair?

How we make money

Our service is funded through affiliate links. If a purchase is made through one of our links, we receive a commission from the respective provider. The price does not change for you. This income supports the running of the site – but it can influence which products we feature and how we assess them. That is why we state it openly here.

Independence

Honest-Picks.com is a privately run information service. We have no connection to consumer advice centres, consumer protection organisations or public authorities, and we do not act in their name.

Our content is for information purposes. It does not constitute medical advice and replaces neither diagnosis nor treatment by qualified medical professionals.