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.