When writing up the review I find staring at the webpage itself to be a bit daunting. I like to write my review in word first and then copy it over to the page in sections. This also helps if there are any internet connection or browser issues. A word template that reviewers could download with the standard and extended format would be really helpful to some people.

I usually write the extended review because there is more structure. However in my recent reviews, I have felt redundant, repeating how silicone lube shouldn't be used on silicone toys and how you can clean water-resistant silicone toys with soap and water or your favorite toy cleaner. EdenFantasys already has great information about proper cleaning procedures for toys of different materials and information about how safe each material is. I think next to all reviews, there could be links to EdenFantasy's material information and cleaning instructions.

I definitely agree with the other contributors that I find myself focusing too much on describing the material, size, and packaging. On most product pages, there is a size comparison tool to compare the toy to a dollar bill and a credit card, so much of the dimensions are unnecessary. I also think most people can tell from the product pictures whether or not the product is discrete. I don't think this needs to be reiterated in each review.

I think there should be a greater emphasis on the things someone wouldn't be able to tell from the product page: How does the toy feel when you're using it? Was it comfortable/easy to use? How did you partner react if you were playing with him/her? Was the toy actually waterproof? If you could change anything about the toy, what would that be? The vroom/bee ratings are very helpful. In which locations does the user feel comfortable using the product if they are concerned about noise? Were there unexpected uses for this toy? How did you use this product? Do you have any tips?

I don't know if there are enough lingerie reviews being submitted, but it would be great to have a separate template for lingerie that allows users to compare of size chart measurements to reviewer's measurements. Also, quality of material/durability, care instructions (since those aren't always listed on the lingerie product pages), comfort, and best place to wear this garment.

I also agree that auto-saving review input pages would be very helpful!

I think it would be great if, in addition to the comments section, there were a question box that could be displayed on all reviews of that specific product (and also visible from the product page). That way, if a customer had a specific product question (e.g. how long can you use this vibrator on the highest setting before needing to recharge? how long does the product take to recharge), multiple reviewers could respond to the question with their own experience/opinions.

I look forward to seeing what changes will be made!

I see people saying that discussing material compatibility and safety is redundant and doesn't concern most users. I could not disagree more.
I think that we're in a time where awareness about sex toy safety is really just starting to become common. It feels important to me to continue to give as much information as we can about body safe materials. To have each review touch on this is valid and powerful.
We take this info as a given because we are people who are very knowledgable about sex toys. What many may not consider is that these reviews are also being read by your everyday person who may not realize that it isn't safe to use a silicone based lube with their new silicone toy etc.
Let's continue to educate on material safety and make a positive impact on our world.

Would it be possible to get a drop down selection of material types and have it link to the material descriptions and safety information already on the site? There would still need to be an option material section for description of the feel and info for mixed material items, but it would make the reviews simpler and give a more professional, standardized feed back on materials.

Personally I like to see a review that is good enough I don't need to read other reviews or look at the main product page if I read the review first. Eden's lists images even on the review pages, which makes personal images unnecessary.

Updated Sections:

Use/Design/Size/Shape/ Functions/Performance/ Controls
Material/Texture/Care/ Maintenance/Packaging
Experience/Personal Comments/Photos/Videos (Optional)
Pros
Cons
Summary
Ratings for: Toy, Noise, Intensity

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I personally prefer to read (and write) longer, more in-depth reviews. I don't think that it's a matter of poor writing skills, as OH&W says, but a desire to give as much information as possible.

A longer review ends up being significantly more effort for the writer, but in my opinion it's worth it to have all the facts.

That is, as long as the writer isn't constantly repeating themselves into redundancy or using tons of irrelevant filler.

I honestly think photos are a huge help. I feel like people misread/mistake the size dimensions at times. I know I have. I think there should be at least one photo with the toy next to an everyday object in order for people to kind of see what size the toy is in order to determine if the toy is right for them. I've gotten toys that were far smaller than I had hoped due to measurements. I have also found that Eden sometimes has the measurements inconsistent to the toy itself. I don't have the best equipment for photos, my camera is simply an 8MP camera..but I try to include a photo of a toy next to a standard mechanical pencil and/or a standard lip balm.