At PermanentLights.org, our editors and review staff take our product recommendations seriously. We want to ensure that we only recommend the best products to our readers. That’s why we follow a rigorous testing and review process for every product we recommend.
How we test
Our process begins with extensive research into the product category.
We want to know what features are important to our readers and what sets the best products apart from the rest. Once we understand the product category, we begin compiling a list of products to test.
Next, we purchase each product on our list and begin testing.
We use the products ourselves, following the manufacturer’s instructions and using them in real-world scenarios. We take note of the product’s features, ease of use, and overall performance.
After testing is complete, we compile our notes and write a comprehensive review of each product.
Our reviews are always honest and unbiased, and we never accept payment in exchange for a positive review.
We also consider customer feedback and online reviews of the product to ensure that our recommendation is in line with the experiences of others.
Following this rigorous testing and review process, we’re confident we recommend only the best products to our readers.
What our scores mean
Star ratings:
We use a 5-star rating system to help readers quickly gauge our overall impression of a product. Our star ratings consider factors such as performance, features, ease of use, and value for money.
A 5-star rating indicates that we believe the product is outstanding, while a 1-star rating indicates that we think the product is poor.
Editor’s Choice:
Our Editor’s Choice award is reserved for products we believe are the best in their category.
These products have exceeded our expectations regarding performance, features, and overall value for money.
When you see the Editor’s Choice badge on one of our reviews, you can be confident that we believe this product is the best choice for most consumers.
Best Value:
Our Best Value award is given to products that offer excellent performance and features at an affordable price point.
These products may not be the absolute best in their category, but they represent the best combination of performance and value for money.
When you see the Best Value badge on one of our reviews, you can be confident that this product is a great overall choice for those who are both budget and performance-minded.
Budget Pick:
Our Budget Pick award is given to the best product in a category that is also affordable.
These products may not have all the bells and whistles of the more expensive options, but they offer solid performance and features at a price that won’t break the bank.
When you see the Budget Pick badge on one of our reviews, you can be confident that this product offers excellent value for money for those on a tight budget.
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