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[โ€“] StudioLE@programming.dev 44 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (19 children)

Star rating systems don't accurately convey opinions. The majority of reviews will be either 5* or 1* with only a few wannabe critics voting in between applying their own arbitrary votes.

If Amazon are going to change things then why not adopt something more meaningful. Simple up/down votes for things that actually matter.

Was this product as described: ๐Ÿ‘/๐Ÿ‘Ž

Are you satisfied with the quality: ๐Ÿ‘/๐Ÿ‘Ž

Are you satisfied with the value for money: ๐Ÿ‘/๐Ÿ‘Ž

Then a few optional questions for things that aren't relevant to the product such as postage/packaging etc.

[โ€“] mythic_tartan@sh.itjust.works 5 points 1 year ago (5 children)

This is good. I would consider adding โ€œWould you recommend to a friendโ€ but that may be redundant given what you have already.

[โ€“] StudioLE@programming.dev 4 points 1 year ago (4 children)

I also found that an odd question.

"you ordered a two pack of Durex extra small and a packet of malteasers. Would you recommend them to a friend? "

No. Because who the hell recommends stuff..? Unless it's something truly unique im not going to recommend it

Haha youโ€™re right, it probably doesnโ€™t really apply to most things. I do get asked what I recommend more than the average person because my friends and family know I research purchases too much. I hate buying junk.

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