Do you think that is too critical to include a Con in a 5 star rated product review? The reason why I have done so is to address any potential flaw/downside from my experience with the product that might be a pet peeve, etc. for a potential customer.
Do you include a Con in a 5 star review
07/23/2012
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I add cons whenever I have one with an item regardless of the rating. I think it is important to state the positive and either potentially negative or definite negative issues.
07/23/2012
Haven't actually written one yet but if I did I would include at least one con, I'm always suspicious when I read reviews with no cons.
07/23/2012
My wife always does, and I think everything has at least 1. I can't always think of it right away but I'll add it later when I do
07/23/2012
There can be minor flaws in an otherwise 5-star product, and I think it's fair to include them. That said, I think the ratings in reviews are often quite inflated and if a product does have a bunch of cons, one should be thinking about why exactly they do want to give it 5 stars, and back their rating up with those justifications.
07/23/2012
If the product has a con at all it needs to be included so that everyone has a conclusive idea of the item.
07/23/2012
I don't see a problem with it, and I've done it in the past. Like toxie m said, even an excellent product can have a few drawbacks--I don't expect perfection. Besides, what's a plus for you might be a con for someone else (e.g. I like demi-cup/balconette cut bras because I have a small chest, but I often see women with larger busts saying that they "fall out" of this kind of lingerie).
07/23/2012
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I like how you describe the usefulness of a Con When I review, a product needs to have at least 2 Cons for it to not be rated 5 stars. I haven't rated any products less than 4 stars yet.
Originally posted by
js250
I add cons whenever I have one with an item regardless of the rating. I think it is important to state the positive and either potentially negative or definite negative issues.
07/23/2012
A con for me might not be a con for you. So, I list all cons that could be possible. However, I run out of room sometimes.
07/23/2012
If I find one I list it.
07/23/2012
If it's perfect, then it doesn't need a Con. And just because it's got some down sides, doesn't preclude it from being a 5. It's really up to the reviewer, so write away!
07/23/2012
I include a con in a 5 star review if I find one. What works for me may not work for someone else.
07/23/2012
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Exactly. I am the same way.
Originally posted by
js250
I add cons whenever I have one with an item regardless of the rating. I think it is important to state the positive and either potentially negative or definite negative issues.
And like Beck said, what I see as a con might not be a con for someone else - so I try to list EVERYTHING about the item so the reader can decide if it's a con for them or not.
07/23/2012
There is always a con.
And just because there might be a con or two, does not mean it is not a five star product or toy.
The Hitachi for example, many have given it a five star rating, but the con is a short electrical cord.
And just because there might be a con or two, does not mean it is not a five star product or toy.
The Hitachi for example, many have given it a five star rating, but the con is a short electrical cord.
07/23/2012
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I include a con or two in a 5 star review, to point out what features may not be the best for some people. I've given some vibrators and dildos 5 stars, but I love large toys and textured toys. I usually point out that some may find the toy too large or too textured. I always look at the product from more than one POV.
Originally posted by
Lady of the Lab
Do you think that is too critical to include a Con in a 5 star rated product review? The reason why I have done so is to address any potential flaw/downside from my experience with the product that might be a pet peeve, etc. for a potential customer.
07/23/2012
Yes, sometimes. It just depends.
07/23/2012
I try to, especially because everyone's different. So while I might love something I try to think of what someone else might not enjoy about it.
07/23/2012
If I find one I would list it.
07/27/2012
Sure, a product can be as near to perfect as possible, but it can still be a complete dust magnet for example. It's not a major problem, but still a niggle worth mentioning.
07/27/2012
I have only had a few toys that have no "con". I might not list it at the top under the summary but I will mention it in the review. There is usually something, like even being silicone material- it is not compatible with silicone lube. It might not have been a problem for me but if that is all you use this toy might be a no go for ya.
07/27/2012
I can rate something 5 stars because I really like it, but still realize there is something less good about it that might not be a problem for me(ex: non compatible with xyz lube, a bit noisy, material can't be boiled, etc.)
07/27/2012
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I always try to put in my honest observations in products that I order and then review!
Originally posted by
Lady of the Lab
Do you think that is too critical to include a Con in a 5 star rated product review? The reason why I have done so is to address any potential flaw/downside from my experience with the product that might be a pet peeve, etc. for a potential customer.
09/27/2012
Depends if it needs one!
09/27/2012
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I may believe a product is worth a 5 star rating even if I notice a flaw. I will mention the flaw but obviously it doesn't mean enough for me to affect the rating.
Originally posted by
Lady of the Lab
Do you think that is too critical to include a Con in a 5 star rated product review? The reason why I have done so is to address any potential flaw/downside from my experience with the product that might be a pet peeve, etc. for a potential customer.
09/27/2012
Most of the time I usually have a con in most reviews. I guess I'm pretty picky. But there have been some reviews where I haven't had a con.
09/27/2012
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Yes, I usually include at least a Con.
Originally posted by
Lady of the Lab
Do you think that is too critical to include a Con in a 5 star rated product review? The reason why I have done so is to address any potential flaw/downside from my experience with the product that might be a pet peeve, etc. for a potential customer.
09/27/2012
I do most of the time.
09/27/2012
if it has a flaw i will mention it. it could still be an outstanding product
10/01/2012
I haven't done any reviews yet, but I think it's vital to list a con of the product if it indeed has one, no matter the amount of stars you give the product.
10/01/2012
If there's a con, yes. Doesn't mean I don't still love the product though. For example, in my Chocolate Body Fondue review I mentioned that it's very high in sugar as a con and well as containing milk. I myself do not mind, but it's still a con that others should be aware of in case it applies to them.
10/02/2012
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