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Expert, Unbiased Product Reviews
About Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports (CR) is the world’s largest nonprofit product-testing organization, and it’s been helping subscribers find better, safer products for over 80+ years. For library patrons, accessing Consumer Reports provides an opportunity to benefit from their unbiased, expert reviews and ratings on a wide range of products and services.
CR accepts no outside advertising or free test samples, ensuring completely independent assessments. They employ shoppers and experts to buy and rigorously test the products they review, giving patrons reliable, trustworthy information.
Whether you’re comparing appliances, electronics, cars, or insurance, this resource helps patrons make informed, safe, and budget-conscious decisions.
- Compare price, performance, and reliability all in one place with expert reviews
- Purchase the best product from favorite retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Home Depot, etc., on an ad-free, frequently updated website
- Find reliable information on new and used cars and enjoy a haggle-free buying experience through Consumer Reports’ Build and Buy program
- Obtain reliable and unbiased consumer health information to improve healthcare outcomes
Categories
Consumer Reports reviews items across the following broad categories, with each one encompassing a wide variety of specific products.
- Appliances (kitchen, laundry, heating, etc.)
- Electronics (TVs, smartphones, computers, etc.)
- Cars & Car-Related Products
- Home & Garden (tools, vacuums, paint, etc.)
- Health & Fitness (exercise equipment, supplements)
- Money (credit cards, insurance, banking)
- Food (groceries, dietary supplements)
- Baby & Kids (strollers, car seats, toys)
- Personal Care (shaving, skincare, etc.)
- Travel & Luggage
What it’s great for:
- Money-saving advice and tips
- Product overviews
- Product ratings
- Unbiased product reviews
- Recommendations
- Buying guides
- Related videos
Works best on:
- Computers
- Tablets
- Mobile Phones
Frequently Asked Questions
If you’re inside the building on our computers or our WiFi you get immediate access. If you access it from home, all you need is a valid library card number. If you don’t have one, you can get a digital library card within minutes!
If you’re accessing Consumer Reports through your library, you typically do not need to create an account. However, if you want to save searches or access premium features, you may need a personal subscription.
Consumer Reports is a nonprofit organization that provides unbiased product reviews, ratings, and buying guides to help consumers make informed purchasing decisions. They test and evaluate a wide range of products and services, from electronics to home appliances.
Consumer Reports employs expert testers who buy products anonymously, ensuring unbiased testing. They use strict methodologies to evaluate performance, safety, reliability, and overall value for consumers.
No. Consumer Reports is completely independent and does not accept any outside advertising or free product samples. This ensures their reviews and ratings are impartial.
Consumer Reports covers a wide range of products including appliances, electronics, cars, health and fitness products, personal care items, and more.
Consumer Reports updates its reviews regularly to reflect the latest products and technology. They also retest products when significant changes are made.
Yes, we provide access to Consumer Reports for free. All you need is your library card which can save patrons $40-$60 annually.
You can search for specific products or categories on Consumer Reports, read their expert reviews, and compare ratings to find the best product for your needs.
Yes. Consumer Reports is widely regarded as a trusted, unbiased source of information, as they do not accept advertising or free samples, and their products are tested by in-house experts.
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