Is it ethical for a couple to each submit reviews for the same product?

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Contributor: EmberPetals EmberPetals
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Originally posted by Kindred
I've recently read some reviews where it appears to me that a couple is each submitting reviews for the same product. At first I thought, that doesn't seem ethical and is somewhat deceptive. But then I also thought, it's reasonable ... more
Everyone has their own experience so why couldn't me and my partner review the same toy if we wanted to? I couldn't begin to tell you exactly how he feels just like he can't say for sure what my experience was. I think sometimes its best for both parties to review an item because that way you get different viewpoints.
11/19/2010
Contributor: Gunsmoke Gunsmoke
What are you talking about? I suppose if it's done just to get points, that's unethical. However I see perfectly legitimate reasons to present the experience from both partners - if my wife would do this - I could learn so much!

If you write a bunch of repetitive uninteresting reviews, you rating is going to plummet - so I think the system deals with this very well.

Aren't the guys & gals at EF clever!? I luv'm
11/19/2010
Contributor: Victoria Victoria
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Originally posted by ToyTimeTim
Same here.

As long as they do not copy the review I am fine with it. For something like a cock ring or a dildo/vibe that can be used analy, this would be fine. But for something like a clit vibe, no.
Agreed!
11/19/2010
Contributor: celibacysucks celibacysucks
Quote:
Originally posted by Kindred
I've recently read some reviews where it appears to me that a couple is each submitting reviews for the same product. At first I thought, that doesn't seem ethical and is somewhat deceptive. But then I also thought, it's reasonable ... more
I think the different perspectives can be useful, especially if you plan on using a toy with a partner.
11/21/2010
Contributor: Just Jen Just Jen
I came so close to clicking "What you talking about Willis?" just for fun! I think it's fine for 2 people to write their own thoughts about the same toy. I wish my man would write reviews of some of our toys. Like the cuffs or Position Master.
11/23/2010
Contributor: lemony lemony
I think it's fine if they both write their own reviews because they had different experiences with the product.
11/23/2010
Contributor: VanillaFreeSex VanillaFreeSex
I guess I am naive. I had thought that if couples were on here, they were on the same account together. Seeing as in reviews I think each perspective should be shared...double reviews seems like double dipping.
12/05/2010
Contributor: Crystal1 Crystal1
As long as both partners "experienced" the item in some way, I think it is totally fine! Say you are reviewing a flavored lube for blow jobs- the person recieving the oral is going to have a totally different experience than the one performing the act. Plus there are the little things that are just a matter of taste- one partner might love the way something tastes while the other can't stand it. A condom is going to feel totally different to me than the guy wearing it, etc etc.

Of course, if both partners are just saying "My partner and I watched this DVD and thought it was totally hot and then we did it!", it's a different story.
01/01/2011
Contributor: Yoda Yoda
I think it makes sense, especially if the two reviews are from his/hers perspectives.
01/10/2011
Contributor: PussyGalore PussyGalore
They are two separate people with separate opinions and it's always nice to have both a male and a female review for products. Especially for things like lingerie and anal toys.
01/20/2011
Contributor: danellejohns danellejohns
I have struggled with this very topic for a while now. I was the first to have the account here and I emailed my husband a gift list. I never thought he would actually sign up for his own account and then buy something off that list. So, now we are a couple with two accounts. I have a review pending while my husband (markeagleone) has done a few.

We talked over what to do about posting reviews and I decided that we would write most of them from a couples point of view. But we will discuss whom gets what review when it comes time to writing. I did do my first review on a product he has done (my first one which is not published yet). His review was his own and I never even looked at it until it posted.

Again, I am unsure how we will work this out-but I do know neither one of us are point hording-I guess I am still up in the air on this one.
01/24/2011
Contributor: danellejohns danellejohns
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Originally posted by danellejohns
I have struggled with this very topic for a while now. I was the first to have the account here and I emailed my husband a gift list. I never thought he would actually sign up for his own account and then buy something off that list. So, now we are a ... more
I forgot to add that I refuse to vote on reviews we have done together. But have or have plans to vote on the ones he does without any help at all from me. I do make sure I vote like it someone I do not know, so there is another little is it ethical question. Also included is I will not post comments to his personal reviews.
01/24/2011
Contributor: Jul!a Jul!a
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Originally posted by danellejohns
I forgot to add that I refuse to vote on reviews we have done together. But have or have plans to vote on the ones he does without any help at all from me. I do make sure I vote like it someone I do not know, so there is another little is it ethical ... more
If my husband ever started reviewing that's what I would do too.
01/25/2011
Contributor: indiglo indiglo
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Originally posted by sophie2229
if they both have different experiences, then I don't see why not!
Right. That's how I feel too.
02/18/2011
Contributor: BurritoBabe BurritoBabe
I think its a great idea for couples to write separate reviews. There are definitely products that I enjoy and he doesn't or vice versa- for example, our chocolate body paints. I thought the flavor was gross, like melted tootsie rolls and then I caught him eating it out of the jar for fun!
02/18/2011
Contributor: oopsy oopsy
If bothe people have something different and useful to say about the toy then yes, if it's basically the same review from the same expirence then not really fair, no. If it's not fair to review something you didn't buy then by all rights no one should be allowed to review free gifts.
03/29/2011
Contributor: ninaspinkturtle ninaspinkturtle
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Originally posted by Kindred
I've recently read some reviews where it appears to me that a couple is each submitting reviews for the same product. At first I thought, that doesn't seem ethical and is somewhat deceptive. But then I also thought, it's reasonable ... more
of course it is and it is probably a good thing the more point of views the easier it is for people to decide weather it is worth buying or not
03/29/2011
Contributor: EvaChangeN EvaChangeN
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Originally posted by El-Jaro
I think it's totally fine if a couple write two reviews on the same product. I've read reviews where it was a retelling of their partner's experience; those I'm more "meh" about.
This, BUT I clicked other, because I think they should mention that they are 1/2 of a couple. Just to be informative LOL
04/04/2011
Contributor: MK434 MK434
I don't see anything wrong with, they could have two very diffirent opinions about a product so why not hear both.
07/11/2012
Contributor: Stinkytofu10 Stinkytofu10
Quote:
Originally posted by Kindred
I've recently read some reviews where it appears to me that a couple is each submitting reviews for the same product. At first I thought, that doesn't seem ethical and is somewhat deceptive. But then I also thought, it's reasonable ... more
I think it's acceptable, they can be couples one day and separated the next day. People in relationships are entitled to have their own opinion. Now if they submit the same review, that's not acceptable.
07/11/2012
Contributor: klyte klyte
Yes, I think it's fine.
07/11/2012
Contributor: sexykiss sexykiss
they might have different views i dont see the problem
07/14/2012
Contributor: yummyinmytummy yummyinmytummy
What's the difference between a free assignment and one where you buy something? Sorry, I'm totally new to this!
07/14/2012
Contributor: mrs.mckrakn mrs.mckrakn
I love reading a his and hers review.
07/20/2012
Contributor: Peggi Peggi
totally! Or at least, I'd hope so and am happy to see the results on the poll!

Hubby and I have different opinions about certain toys. He plans to INCLUDE my experiences just like I did with his on a toy I liked but he saw needed improvements on here, but I think that there should be limits. No copying information (though of course some of it will be the same if it is the same toy!) and I feel that they should write their OWN review (I think editing is okay, and I do a spelling check and information check on hubby's reviews) but you shouldn't write the review for them.

That is my feeling on it, at least.
07/20/2012
Contributor: SkylarrStarr SkylarrStarr
I think it offers more information and different insight to products. If my boyfriend enjoyed writing as much as I do, I would open up and account for him in a snap! Unfortunately he does not...he just like to play with me and the toys and if he had his own account, I would end up writing his reviews for him, which I think isn't kosher. I include his opinion and our shared experiences in my reviews instead.
07/21/2012
Contributor: cricket cricket
Sure I dont see why not
07/21/2012
Contributor: Eden062112 Eden062112
Quote:
Originally posted by Kindred
I've recently read some reviews where it appears to me that a couple is each submitting reviews for the same product. At first I thought, that doesn't seem ethical and is somewhat deceptive. But then I also thought, it's reasonable ... more
I think that it is acceptable. Couples don't always have the same account... and in that case what is wrong with each of them writing a review?

Plus it can be especially helpfull if it is a male/female couple, then you get two very different opinions on a product.
07/21/2012
Contributor: Princess-Kayla ♥ Princess-Kayla ♥
I think if they both have different opinions on the toy, then it's perfectly fine. As long as they don't say everything word for word or whatever.
07/22/2012
Contributor: Falsepast Falsepast
I think its fair
07/22/2012