23. Why You Should Always Read Expert Reviews
Chen believes most buying mistakes come from shoppers relying on:
- Star ratings
- Influencer recommendations
- Paid promotions
He stresses that expert testing outperforms all of these because it is:
- Unbiased
- Data-driven
- Long-term
- Depth-tested
- SKU-specific
What expert reviews look for:
- Build quality
- Real-world performance
- Durability testing
- Battery cycles
- Comparative benchmarking
Wirecutter, CNET, Rtings, and other expert platforms provide detailed, evidence-backed reviews that can help shoppers avoid major disappointments.
