What the ratings mean

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What the ratings numbers mean
We?d like you to submit a numerical rating with any user opinions you write for us. Below are guidelines for what each number represents.

10 (Perfect):
This exceedingly rare score is reserved for a product that is simply -- perfect.

9 (Spectacular):
A product that receives a rating in this range scores high on all of its rating criteria. It succeeds at meeting all of its intended users' needs and has no real drawbacks.

8 (Excellent):
A product that receives a rating in this range is good in so many ways that its relatively few drawbacks are not very important.

7 (Very good):
While the strengths of a product scoring in this range certainly outweigh its weaknesses, it has some minor faults that certain users should be aware of.

6 (Good):
This range represents a product that is above average. Its strengths slightly outweigh its weaknesses, making it good for most uses but not a something really wonderful.

5 (Average):
A product that scores in this range is functional but unremarkable.

4 (Mediocre):
Products in this range are below average. They fall in the middle of the pack for most features, but suffer from a few additional major flaws.

3 (Poor):
You probably should not consider a product in this range or lower. There may be one or two specialized circumstances, however, that could justify the purchase of this product for a very low price for a specific requirement.

2 (Terrible):
A product that receives a rating in this range scores low on all of its rating criteria. It does not satisfy any of its intended users' needs and has no meaningful strengths.

1 (Abysmal):
A product in this range should never have been produced. This product has no redeeming qualities and worse, may actually harm you or what you?re trying to do.

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