Consumer Reports

Consumer Reports

By Consumer Reports

Consumer Reports is a shopping and research tool that provides independent product ratings, buying guides, and price-saving utilities. The app leverages an AI-powered advisor, AskCR, to assist users with product research and purchasing decisions. It distinguishes itself by operating as a nonprofit that purchases all tested products to maintain unbiased insights.

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The App DNA

What makes this app unique?

For Conscientious consumers seeking independent, data-driven research and comparative analysis before making purchasing decisions.

What does it look like?

Key features

AskCRstandard

An AI-powered smart advisor that answers research, shopping, and product-related questions.

Bill Negotiatorstandard

A tool designed to help users identify potential savings on their recurring expenses.

Image Scanstandard

A feature that allows members to identify, compare, and shop for products using their device camera.

Buying Guides and Toolsstandard

Provides access to resources like 'Best Time to Buy' and 'CR Recommended' to assist in smarter purchasing.

How much does it cost?

freemium

Velocity

Intense developmentShow more...

5 versions in history. Development pace: intense.

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Who built it?

Consumer Reports

3 apps tracked · Shopping

Permission Slip by CRPermission Slip by CRConsumer Reports VideoConsumer Reports Video
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User Sentiment

What do users think recently?

How are ratings & reviews evolving?

App Store
4.79 · 64k
Google Play
3.63 · 5k

Not enough recent reviews to extract reliable themes yet.

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Competition

Competitive landscape for Consumer Reports

How's the Shopping market?

The rivals identified

The Analyst's Read

Key takeaways for Consumer Reports

Where is it heading?

Bottom line

While the app offers a robust suite of independent research tools, recent user feedback highlights significant technical instability and login issues that may impact the user experience.

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Cite this report

Marlvel.ai. “Consumer Reports Intelligence Report.” Updated Apr 16, 2026. https://marlvel.ai/apps/org-consumerreports-ratings

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