Review Ratings

[admin_exported]

Hi All

I can't seem to find the ratings guide, ie how many stars mean what. Can anybody help ?

Thanks

 

[professorhat]

It's at the front of every group test / super test done in the mag, but basically:ÿ

5 Stars = Excellent

4 Stars = Very good

3 Stars = Average

2 Stars = Below Par

1 Star = Don't Botherÿ

ÿ

 

[Anonymous]

Many thanks. Found in a group test as youu said.

Hexar

 

[Anonymous]

Or rather:

4 or 5: go audition first

1, 2 or 3: don't bother

 

[Anonymous]

professorhat:
It's at the front of every group test / super test done in the mag, but basically:ÿ

5 Stars = Excellent

4 Stars = Very good

3 Stars = Average

2 Stars = Below Par

1 Star = Don't Botherÿ

ÿ

I think the WHF star rating system is useful when comparing equipment from the same price category. What do people think about adding a category rating which will help readers distinguish between a rating 5 star rating of an entry level component and a five star ratings of a mid or top range component. You might say that I can work out the 'category' according to price. However, price and quality don't always correlate and this is why a category rating could be useful. Do you agree?

 

[Clare Newsome]

We do divide products into categories in both our Best Buys (stereo amplifier example here) and Buyer's Guide, online and in mag.

Our Awards are also divided into price categories where appropriate - eg best budget 40in TV, best premium 40-42in TV etc.

For even more specific advice at tighter price points, we are happy to offer bespoke advice on these Forums!