I think it would be interesting to compare the types of reviews and which ones you enjoy writing the most. Ready? Okay, here goes!!
Which type of review do you prefer writing?
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Free Monthly Item Review.
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Manufacturer Sponsored Review.
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Descriptive Review.
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Items you have Purchased using points or money.
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This is the item you get free every month. Also, do you use the Extended or the Standard Template. Why?
11/18/2012
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I prefer having more time to test out a product and review it and usually I use the standard template because the extended one looks to cluttered.
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js250
This is the item you get free every month. Also, do you use the Extended or the Standard Template. Why?
11/18/2012
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I get mine once a month if there is something I am interested in trying.
Originally posted by
js250
This is the item you get free every month. Also, do you use the Extended or the Standard Template. Why?
11/19/2012
I always use Extended when available because I'm wordy. I wait to request an item until there's something I want.
11/19/2012
I don't mind trying new things so if I see something that might be interesting I'll request it. I always try to use the Extended Template whenever possible because it helps organize the review and it also helps you include more details.
11/19/2012
I request items when there is something I'm interested in, and I usually always use the extended format. It helps me not to leave things out.
11/19/2012
I use extended for toys, but for simpler things like lube I will use standard.
I haven't done DR yet, so I guess I like doing the items I paid for buyouts.
I haven't done DR yet, so I guess I like doing the items I paid for buyouts.
11/19/2012
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I prefer the extended template because I am not the best writer in the world and prefer to have a guide to go by.
Originally posted by
js250
This is the item you get free every month. Also, do you use the Extended or the Standard Template. Why?
11/19/2012
These are fun reviews and I get to try out items that are new to me--but I do wait until something I want is available for review! I will not review items I have no interest in. I use the extended template since I get a bit long winded sometimes.....
11/19/2012
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I use the Free-Form/Extended Template. I used to use the Standard until I found the boxes "boxed" me in.
Originally posted by
js250
This is the item you get free every month. Also, do you use the Extended or the Standard Template. Why?
I request when I find something I'm interested in.
11/19/2012
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Unique posters: 9
This item is one the manufacturers have for reviews needed. Also a free item.
11/18/2012
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Never done one before.
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js250
This item is one the manufacturers have for reviews needed. Also a free item.
11/18/2012
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I have one on the way now but have never done one before
Originally posted by
js250
This item is one the manufacturers have for reviews needed. Also a free item.
11/19/2012
I've done a few and most of them have been meh. I like doing them though because it's usually for upcoming products people are curious about.
11/19/2012
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Same for me but sometimes there is something I like there.
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I've done a few and most of them have been meh. I like doing them though because it's usually for upcoming products people are curious about.
11/19/2012
I do have to admit, most of the time I seem to get the items that are left on the shelves--but have come across some amazing things that are ones I would have passed over!! These reviews are the ones I look at as surprise gifts...you do not know what you are going to get and you can experiment a bit on new things. These reviews are pretty fun and I like doing them.
11/19/2012
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I've got a couple of these. They're fun, but I seem to end up with frustrating toys like the Butterfly Kiss was.
Originally posted by
js250
This item is one the manufacturers have for reviews needed. Also a free item.
11/19/2012
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This is a neutral based review that goes on the product page and is usually given to advanced reviewers. However, there have been a few times newer members who have not signed up have been surprised!!
11/18/2012
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I just got into doing DRs
Originally posted by
js250
This is a neutral based review that goes on the product page and is usually given to advanced reviewers. However, there have been a few times newer members who have not signed up have been surprised!!
11/19/2012
I'm in the DR program. I have a hard time with DR reviews because you have to be neutral and I'm an opinionated person. lol I've gotten a few that were junk and I had to be careful with my wording so it didn't say "this is crap!" Since then I'll only accept DRs that look like good products so I don't feel like I'm lying.
11/19/2012
I was just recently accepted into this program and I love it so far. It does take more effort than regular reviews but it's worth it.
11/19/2012
These are a bit more of a generic writing style than I am used to, but I am concentrating on keeping my personal aspects out of more of the review--and adding them to the experiences area. I do enjoy these for the challenge and the ability to describe a new item to others!!!
11/19/2012
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I had gotten one once without signing up, it was pretty awesome.
Originally posted by
js250
This is a neutral based review that goes on the product page and is usually given to advanced reviewers. However, there have been a few times newer members who have not signed up have been surprised!!
11/19/2012
Total posts: 6
Unique posters: 5
These items are all yours--bought and paid for!
11/18/2012
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I usually do this if there are a lot of reviews already.
Originally posted by
js250
These items are all yours--bought and paid for!
11/18/2012
I do a lot of these or get them on buyout as well.
11/19/2012
Only type of review I have done so far (all two of them, but several more in the works). I have always used "templated" writing in my normal writing, so the extended template feels much more comfortable to me. It takes a bit to avoid heavy redundancy, but the structure helps make sure that you hit every single aspect of a review.
Have not tried the other systems yet, but I take a long time to get a written piece out. Perfectionism wins over expediency with me, especially with many other presentation and writing commitments in my life. So, I am not sure the free items or sponsored reviews would be the best for me given the timelines involved.
Have not tried the other systems yet, but I take a long time to get a written piece out. Perfectionism wins over expediency with me, especially with many other presentation and writing commitments in my life. So, I am not sure the free items or sponsored reviews would be the best for me given the timelines involved.
11/19/2012
Generally my favorite. Items I get myself are usually the ones I'm most excited about and thus more passionate about the review.
11/19/2012
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I prefer to do ones that I have bought and paid for. And those are the ones I prefer to read as well. I feel that when someone pays for something out of their own points or pockets, it gives them the incentive to hold nothing back.
Originally posted by
js250
These items are all yours--bought and paid for!
11/19/2012
I just love shopping here on Eden and with the points it's possible for me to do it more often
11/19/2012
These type of reviews are either my absolute favorite or absolute worst. It depends on if the item lived up to my expectations or was a serious failure. I feel like the ones I have purchased are my no-holds-barred reviews, so ya get what ya read!!!
11/19/2012
I like the toys I buy, mostly because I like higher end toys.
11/19/2012
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I enjoy these the most! I was SO into my Fairy Mini review that I had to stop myself writing. I felt like I was word vomiting. LOL
Originally posted by
js250
These items are all yours--bought and paid for!
11/19/2012
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