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How We Test

Every score on DeskVerdict is earned, not given. Here is exactly how we evaluate products.

Our Testing Promise

We only publish reviews we stand behind. Every product goes through our full testing process.

We buy every product at retail price
No free samples or press units
No paid placements or sponsored reviews
Scores are never negotiated with brands
Affiliate links do not affect ratings
We update reviews when products change

Our Testing Process

1
We Buy It at Retail Price
Every product we review is purchased at full retail price from Amazon or a major retailer. We never accept free samples, press units, or brand loans. This keeps our reviews honest.
2
Extended Real-World Testing
We test every product in real-world conditions for a minimum of 2 weeks, and up to 8 weeks for complex items like chairs and desks. We use products in our actual daily work.
3
Structured Scoring on 5 Criteria
Each product is scored on five weighted criteria specific to its category. For keyboards: typing feel, build quality, wireless reliability, battery life, and value.
4
Comparison Against Competitors
Every review includes direct comparisons against 2-3 competing products at similar price points to ensure scores are relative to what is actually available.
5
Review Updates
We revisit reviews when prices change significantly, new product versions launch, or firmware updates change the experience. Every review shows a last updated date.

Scoring Criteria

Performance
Performance
30% weight
Does it do its job well across real-world use cases
Build
Build Quality
20% weight
Materials, durability, fit and finish over 3-5 years
Value
Value for Money
25% weight
The most important criterion - performance to price ratio
Use
Usability
15% weight
Setup ease, software quality, day-to-day ergonomics
Features
Features
10% weight
Bonus features that add real value to daily use
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