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Ranking methodology

How RealReviews orders listings and ranked local pages

Ranked listing pages are sortable views over available category, location, rating, and review-count context. They are designed to be transparent, reversible, and safe when data is incomplete.

Default Best/Top ordering

Best and Top pages start with a balanced review view: category match, location match, ratings, review counts, profile completeness, activity, and stable tie-breakers such as business name.

  • The default order is not sold.
  • Claimed or sponsored status does not change ranking order.
  • When profile data is limited, pages show available information only.

Highest Rated preset

Highest Rated starts with available rating values, then uses review count and name as tie-breakers.

  • Low-count ratings should be interpreted cautiously.
  • Users can switch sort presets when available.
  • Paid placement does not improve organic order.

Most Reviewed preset

Most Reviewed starts with review counts where available, then uses rating and name as tie-breakers. Count-first pages are context pages, not quality guarantees.

  • Review counts may change after capture.
  • Counts can reflect platform age or visibility, not only customer satisfaction.
  • Pages with limited data show available information only.