{"id":75532,"date":"2024-07-12T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-12T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.mozilla.org\/?p=75532"},"modified":"2024-07-18T09:01:22","modified_gmt":"2024-07-18T16:01:22","slug":"fakespot-reveals-the-product-categories-with-the-most-and-least-reliable-product-reviews-for-summer-and-back-to-school-shopping","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.mozilla.org\/en\/mozilla\/news\/fakespot-reveals-the-product-categories-with-the-most-and-least-reliable-product-reviews-for-summer-and-back-to-school-shopping\/","title":{"rendered":"Fakespot reveals the product categories with the most and least reliable product reviews"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Today, Fakespot<\/a>, a free browser extension and website that protects consumers from unreliable reviews and sellers, announced the Amazon product categories with the most reliable and unreliable reviews, just in time for the big summer sales and back-to-school shopping season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe\u2019re all about helping you shop smarter, especially during this month\u2019s summer sales and the upcoming back-to-school season,\u201d said Saoud Khalifah, co-founder and director of Fakespot<\/a>. \u201cOur latest report shows just how crucial it is to check those reviews, especially in categories flooded with unreliable reviews. By spotlighting both the best and worst categories, we give you the tools to shop with confidence.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since 2016, Fakespot<\/a> has empowered millions of shoppers to make well-informed purchases using advanced AI technology. Its AI engine analyzes reviews, filters out unreliable ones and gives shoppers a true understanding of the quality of a product and the seller, so they can feel confident about their decisions. As a free browser extension available on most web browsers, Fakespot<\/a> analyzes reviews from top e-commerce sites like Amazon, Best Buy, Sephora and Walmart, providing the most reliable product information before you buy. Bonus: The extension also provides seller ratings on Shopify-powered web stores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to online shopping, knowing which products are trustworthy can save time and money. We are sharing our latest findings just in time for the shopping season. Our latest analysis has revealed some surprising and noteworthy stats (June 1, 2023 through May 31, 2024). Here are the most reliable and least reliable popular product categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shop with confidence: Top 5 categories you can trust<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Shop confidently with these top-rated products. These categories earned Fakespot<\/a> Grades of B or better for reliability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Apple products:<\/strong> With an impressive 84% of reviews being genuine, Apple products stand out as a top choice for reliability. Only a tiny 5% of reviews are marked as unreliable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Video game chairs:<\/strong> Gamers, rejoice! 84% of reviews for video game chairs are trustworthy, making this a solid category for your next purchase.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Books:<\/strong> Book lovers can breathe easy, as 81% of book reviews are authentic. Even with a whopping 2,907 products reviewed, books maintain a high standard of reliability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Computers:<\/strong> Tech enthusiasts, take note. Computers come in with 79% genuine reviews, ensuring you get the real scoop before buying.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Home Office Desks:<\/strong> Perfect for remote work and homework, with 68% of reviews being legit.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Shop carefully: Top 5 categories to watch out for<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Shop carefully and think twice before purchasing from these categories. These product categories have a Fakespot<\/a> Review Grade of D or lower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Slides:<\/strong> A staggering 75% of reviews for slides are unreliable, making it the least reliable category in our study.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Pajamas:<\/strong> Cozy up with caution, as 62% of pajama reviews aren\u2019t genuine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Basketball:<\/strong> Sports gear shoppers should be wary, with 61% of basketball-related product reviews being unreliable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Stick vacuums and electric brooms:<\/strong> Housekeeping might need a bit more homework, with 57% unreliable reviews in this category.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Fashion hoodies and sweatshirts:<\/strong> Fashion fans, beware. Over half (57%) of reviews in this category are not reliable, despite the large number of products reviewed (6,078).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Millions of Fakespot<\/a> users depend on Fakespot<\/a>\u2019s Review Grade to help determine the reliability of the product reviews and seller. It follows the standard grading system of \u201cA\u201d, \u201cB\u201d, \u201cC\u201d, \u201cD\u201d, or \u201cF\u201d and represents the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n