Isn't that what consumer organisations and comparison sites are for? Independent advice that doesn't just tell the story the advertiser wants you to hear but also the drawbacks, and which product would suit your needs best.
The problem is that most of them are also crooked and their recommendation simply reflects the highest bidder. But I did manage to find them for most types of items. Even for simple things like flashlights there's big rabbit hole sites like candlepowerforums and 1lumen.
I prefer reading real reviews from users with a reputation than just plain advertising.
The problem is that most of them are also crooked and their recommendation simply reflects the highest bidder. But I did manage to find them for most types of items. Even for simple things like flashlights there's big rabbit hole sites like candlepowerforums and 1lumen.
I prefer reading real reviews from users with a reputation than just plain advertising.