Highest Rated Review by the Community
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Aug 06 '01
Pros: Reader friendly, comprehensive, great index.
Cons: You have to subscribe to access their website.
Summary: We are Consumer Reports fans. In the house from which we moved I had a lot of space and kept all of my Consumer Reports on a shelf! We no longer subscribe but did for many, many years. I believe that any large purchase we have made (even not...
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Oct 07 '09
Pros: Great Research, Pricing Information, Valuable Savings, Easy to Understand Graphs
Cons: Some advice columns so-so
Summary: Want to buy a new car or television? If you are in the market, you want to do some research before purchasing something so expensive. You could turn to the internet, which brings its own can of worms, or go to a more reputable place like Epinions. ...
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Feb 14 '09
Pros: unbiased, no ad reviews & guides
Cons: not extensive enough, too practical/objective advice
Summary: (My rating is really 4.5 stars) This is the only magazine that I've faithfully read every month for over a decade. I keep at least 5 yrs stored conveniently in our 'library collection' at a single time because they're useful even several years later - ...
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Jan 04 '09
Pros: An objective evaluation of the products available to all consumers
Cons: They are not infallible; consumers need the online subscription to gain full benefits of articles
Summary: I have been a reader of Consumer Reports for years and have relied on the recommendations for durable goods (major appliances, lawn equipment) and automobile purchases, as well as the advice they give on finances, health and host of other household ...
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Nov 04 '07
Pros: My Son had memorized the specs from the Buyers Guide, which helped me immensely!
Cons: See my remarks above about what's covered in the magazine subscription.
Summary: I couldn't believe someone put a 1 star rating on Consumer Reports Magazine, related to vehicle purchases! If you buy the magazine subscription through Consumer Reports Union, you also get a free Annual Buyers Guide, which is like getting a one year's ...
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Aug 14 '07
Pros: Sometimes the information is accurate
Cons: Sometimes it's just a hatchet job
Summary: Oh no!, How could anyone slander the good name of Consumer Reports? Well, when you know the facts, it's not too difficult. “If you can’t find someone to roll this car, I will!” — Irwin Landau, Editorial Director, Consumer Reports, to ...
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Jun 06 '07
Pros: Well-written, helpful articles.
Cons: None.
Summary: I have been reading Consumer Reports since about 1994. During that time I have flip-flopped from subscribing, not renewing my subscription, buying the magazine at the grocery store, to subscribing again. This magazine used to be my number one ...
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May 15 '07
Pros: Reader friendly, helpful charts, very informative.
Cons: Reviews not in depth enough, some topics not covered, all ads are for their products.
Summary: Consumer Reports is a magazine which strives to inform buyers of the best brands and products as well as product reliability. Another reason why this magazine is used and respected by so many is because Consumer Reports is independently run. Since ...
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Apr 28 '06
Pros: Their in-depth topical reports are quite good.
Cons: Every issue seems to have corrections and apologies.
Summary: Consumer Reports is a magazine my parents subscribed to, then I did when I bought my first home. I recently ended my subscription because several products that were highly recommended by them didn't perform well at all for me. I took a closer look at ...
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Jan 24 '06
Pros: Lots of valuable information
Cons: Some info outdated; socialistic bias; obsessed with child safety
Summary: Other consumer information sources have sprung up, but CR is still considered "the bible" and has a lot of credibility. And when it comes to specific product reviews, that reputation is well-earned. Whenever I'm contemplating a major purchase (car, TV, ...
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Feb 05 '03
Pros: No "outside" ads keep their reviews unbiased
Cons: Social Commentary has caused this Magazine to stray from its mission
Summary: I have slowly seen a degradation in the quality and quantity of the reviews. Far too much space is given to other issues, and other Consumer Report's products for sale.
I have watched as reviews of items I track have been "recycled", that is they...
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Feb 03 '03
Pros: Good, unbiased product research
Cons: Impersonal; some reviews don't go in- depth enough
Summary: Consumer Reports is a monthly publication from Consumers Union, a non- profit organization that was founded in 1936 with the mission to “test, inform, and protect”. This organization buys all sorts of consumer products, tests them for...
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Jun 02 '02
Pros: Few advertisements.
Cons: Magazine could use more articles, confusing ratings, unreliable advice.
Summary: Buying a used or new product, whether it be a microwave or a new car can be quite the gamble, fortunately there are sources such as Consumer Reports magazine that are supposed to help us better our decisions. I have never subscribed to ...
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Nov 12 '01
Pros: Product information on Everything from Condiments to Automobiles
Cons: There is a shortage of competition, so sometimes you may question reliability.
Summary: A must have for any family. This is an excellent source for product information on everything from Condiments to Automobiles. If you are a cost-conscience consumer, this will help you cut corners without cutting quality.
Many think of...
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Oct 31 '01
Pros: Objective (product reviews), concise, detailed criteria for their ratings
Cons: Premium Subscription Rates, web site charges, long gaps between product reviews
Summary: Consumer Reports has save me from making some big mistakes when it comes to major and minor purchases! I’m an impulsive consumer who has to have it yesterday. When I let impulsivity rule my head, I usually end up regretting my buying decision. When I was...
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Sep 05 '01
Pros: the information given is accurate, very helpful and very detailed
Cons: none
Summary: "The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step,....Lao Tzu, Chinese Philosopher.
Read,Research,Read......Ifif1938, epinion writer
I'm not sure this publication would be considered a travel...
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