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OtterHonest is a review platform where every review is verified by email, your profile is free, and you don't need a monthly subscription to collect feedback.
No monthly fees. No complex setup. Just verified reviews.
Try OtterHonest free →Why businesses are switching
Reviews.io is a solid platform with useful integrations. But if you're a small or mid-sized business, paying $89/month or more just to collect reviews can be hard to justify. Here's how OtterHonest does it differently.
Free, not $89/month
Reviews.io plans start at $89/month, and most useful features require even higher tiers. OtterHonest gives you a complete review profile, response tools, and analytics for free during early access. No credit card needed.
Email verified reviews
Every review on OtterHonest requires email verification before it goes live. This isn't an optional add-on or a paid feature. It's how every review works. Simple verification that builds genuine trust.
Own your data
With Reviews.io, your reviews live on their platform and you're dependent on their ecosystem. On OtterHonest, you own your review data and can export it anytime. Your reputation shouldn't be locked into a subscription.
Feature comparison
A side-by-side look at what you get.
| Feature | OtterHonest | Reviews.io |
|---|---|---|
| Review verification | Email verified (every review) | SMS and email options (paid) |
| Respond to reviews | Free, all plans | Included in paid plans |
| Business profile | Free, full-featured | Only available on paid plans |
| See who views your profile | Free analytics | Analytics on paid plans |
| Review collection | Shareable link, free | Email/SMS drip campaigns (paid) |
| Data ownership | You own your data, export anytime | Data lives on Reviews.io |
| Pricing | Free (early access) | From $89/month |
| Fake review protection | Email verification required | Moderation tools on paid plans |
| Review widgets | Free embeddable widgets | Included in paid plans |
| Google Seller Ratings | Coming soon | Yes, on paid plans |
| SEO for your business | Public profile with schema markup | Rich snippets on paid plans |
| Setup complexity | Sign up and go, 60 seconds | Technical integration required |
Switching takes 2 minutes
No migration needed. Start fresh with verified reviews.
Create your profile
Sign up, add your business name, logo, and description. Takes 60 seconds.
Share your review link
Send your unique OtterHonest link to customers via email, SMS, or on your website.
Collect verified reviews
Customers leave reviews, verify by email, and you build a trusted profile with real feedback.
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Get started free →Common questions
What businesses ask before switching from Reviews.io.
Can I import my Reviews.io reviews?
Not currently. OtterHonest only displays reviews that have been verified through our email confirmation process. This is what makes them trustworthy. You can start collecting new verified reviews right away.
Does OtterHonest support Google Seller Ratings?
Not yet, but it's on our roadmap. Reviews.io does offer this as part of their paid plans. If Google Seller Ratings are critical for your business right now, Reviews.io may still be the better fit. We're focused on building a strong foundation of verified reviews first.
Is OtterHonest really free?
Yes. During our early access period, all features are free with no limits. When we introduce paid plans later, your existing features will remain free. We'll never charge you to respond to your own reviews.
How does OtterHonest compare for e-commerce?
Reviews.io has deep e-commerce integrations with platforms like Shopify and WooCommerce. OtterHonest is currently focused on company-level reviews rather than product-level reviews. If you need individual product reviews with cart integration, Reviews.io is more mature. If you want a simple, verified review profile for your business, OtterHonest is a great fit.
Should I keep my Reviews.io account?
That depends on your needs. If you rely heavily on their e-commerce integrations and Google Seller Ratings, it may make sense to keep it. Many businesses run profiles on multiple platforms. OtterHonest gives you a profile you own, with reviews you can trust, at no cost.