A great, time saving, resource
The Ethical Consumer website makes it so easy to make a more informed decision about where I am spending by time and money. Very helpful.

Ethical Consumer is an independent, not-for-profit organization that empowers consumers to make informed ethical purchasing decisions. Founded in 1989 and based in Manchester, the company operates as a multi-stakeholder cooperative with open membership, focusing on providing comprehensive resources for ethical spending. It offers independent product guides, research, and analysis related to various consumer goods, particularly in the food and beverage sector, including tea and coffee. The platform serves ethically-minded consumers who seek to understand the impact of their purchases on social and environmental issues. By providing detailed comparisons of brands, ethical certifications, and sustainability practices, Ethical Consumer helps individuals leverage their spending power to promote positive change. Users can access materials such as score tables, Best Buy recommendations, and in-depth reports to navigate their choices effectively.
Reviewers consistently report positive experiences with Ethical Consumer. Customers often highlight ethical, consumer, ethical consumer, companies.
A minority mention drawbacks around israel, companies, ethical, these. Overall sentiment is strongly positive with an average rating of 4.7 stars across 60 reviews.
Summary generated with AI from recent reviews
Each source counts by its number of reviews. Only reviews written by people are scored.
| Source | Rating | Reviews | Weight | 6-mo | Fake risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Trustpilot Imported Trustpilot reviews | 4.7 | 60 | 100% | ● Low |
Monthly average rating from reviews written by people · latest review May 2025.
| Month | Average | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 24 | 5.0 | 1 |
| Jan 25 | — | 0 |
| Feb 25 | — | 0 |
| Mar 25 | — | 0 |
| Apr 25 | — | 0 |
| May 25 | 4.0 | 4 |
Share of positive (4–5★) and negative (1–2★) reviews mentioning each topic · based on the 60 most recent reviews.
“The Ethical Consumer website makes it so easy to make a more informed decision about where I am spending by time and...”
Same method for every company: overall rating, legitimacy checks, the average rating of reviews mentioning each area and the 6-month trend · Electronics & Technology.
| Company | Overall | Legit | Website & app | Service | Trend | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.7 out of 5 (good) | 100 out of 100 | 4.4 out of 5 (good) | 4.3 out of 5 (good) | — | 60 | |
| 4.1 out of 5 (good) | 100 out of 100 | 4.1 out of 5 (good) | 4.6 out of 5 (good) | — | 1,060 | |
| 4.5 out of 5 (good) | 100 out of 100 | 4.3 out of 5 (good) | 4.8 out of 5 (good) | — | 1,060 | |
| 4.7 out of 5 (good) | 100 out of 100 | 3.5 out of 5 (good) | 4.6 out of 5 (good) | — | 1,000 | |
| 4.0 out of 5 (good) | 100 out of 100 | — | 3.7 out of 5 (good) | −1% | 1,000 |
Bottom line: Ethical Consumer is #2 of 5 on overall rating in this group. On service, Mazuma Mobile scores higher (4.8 vs 4.3).
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The Ethical Consumer website makes it so easy to make a more informed decision about where I am spending by time and money. Very helpful.
I have subscribed to EC for a number of years. The information they provide has helped me to break through the nonsense of corporate marketing to make more informed ethical comsumer decisions. Inevitably, there will be differences of opinion from time to time and I accept that, as a small team, EC cannot cover everything but, thanks to them, I am a much more conscientious consumer. Thank you.
Ethical Consumer are one of the few organisations that are trying to help people make decisions that are as fair as possible for the planet and the people that live on it. When the prevailing economic system is one of inherent inequality, it is vital to highlight which organisations and businesses are trying to buck the trend and allow consumers to vote with the main thing corporate interests will take notice of; their wallets. The website is easy to use and is a vast repository of knowledge, which is being updated all the time. I cannot think of another database for consumers which takes into consideration so many aspects of a product or service and allows readers to make an informed choice.
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Allows me to make informed choices before making purchases (particularly big purchases) and looks beneath the veneer and corporate bullshit that many (particularly large) companies spout about themselves, or that conform to poor quality 'ethical" bodies, which are often created by the industries themselves. Really makes a difference for those prepared to make the effort to be ethical.
Wish there were more online resources like this one.
Thanks to Ethical Consumer I’ve found a lot of help to find ethical alternatives to my way of consumption
I subscribed to Ethical Consumer earlier in the year and I am finding the print magazine and online review tools very useful in my decision making for all manner of purchases. I recommend to anyone seeking to buy better where they can whether it's in your supermarket, renewing an insurance policy or buying a new tshirt as examples.
An incredible database formulated by researchers that dig deep into brands to see what our money is funding. An essential asset for those that are conscious and want to remain conscious of what they are paying for. Already I have made actionable changes like no longer using Amazon and leaving Barclays bank. There are many other changes to be made and I'm thankful that Ethical Consumer exists to streamline the process. There have been so many instances where I've discovered seemingly innocent brands being owned by the worst, most unethical companies. It's both sad to see how much exploitation is happening with all these companies but inspiring to see people are willing to learn and change. I'm grateful that this resource exists.
Have subscribed to this for years. In depth analysis of companies and products and their ethical impact and related info. Makes it easy to make good choices
Ethical Consumer is an essential source of information for anyone interested in creating a better, fairer world.
I really enjoy reading Ethical Consumer as I learn so much about the way companies operate and can then choose who to buy from.
I really trust the reviews and use the magazine and online to keep up to date and to make spending decisions
Ethical Consumer provide well researched information and ethical ratings on a wide range of items and topics. A valuable source of information for those trying to live more ethically.
The mag is excellent, the info is not found easily elsewhere, and I'm very interestyed in business ethics. I am very surprised and disappointed however that you should plug Smart Meters! The Electricity supply companies onkly want these things in customers' homes, so the they can charge their customers Premium Prices at busy times - like when we cook our Xmas and other celebratory meals! Why advocate for big company greed and slefishness? It is not your usual stockintrade!! Tim Phillips 07904 12 12 43
Does what it says on the can - even the small print....I've been an avid reader of the EC since it started. I do not have a personal or professional relationship with the company. What I have ia an enduring respect for the sheer amount of hard graft researchers must put in - and I say that as a former journalist (again NOT linked in any way shape or form). The detail is astonishing. The ability to not just react but second guess what we should be concerning ourselves with, ethically, on the consumer front is astonishing. The EC was way ahead of its time when it started. Now it's leading the way for a far more receptive market. It's a beacon for those of us who see far too much of the moral bankruptcy of companies and fat cat bosses.
The magazine or website are my go to source of info before I make any new purchase. Info you can trust from an organisation that cares about big issues affecting people and habitats around the world.
I recommend Ethical Consumer 100%. Every time you spend money you're voting for the kind of world you want to see. (I have pinched that quote from someone else, but it's true!) Ethical Consumer do the research so you don't have to. I check their website almost every time I buy something.
It’s my go-to place to help me decide where to spend my hard-earned cash.
Ethical Consumer is an independent, not-for-profit organization that empowers consumers to make informed ethical purchasing decisions. Founded in 1989 and based in Manchester, the company operates as a multi-stakeholder cooperative with open membership, focusing on providing comprehensive resources for ethical spending. It offers independent product guides, research, and analysis related to various consumer goods, particularly in the food and beverage sector, including tea and coffee. The platform serves ethically-minded consumers who seek to understand the impact of their purchases on social and environmental issues. By providing detailed comparisons of brands, ethical certifications, and sustainability practices, Ethical Consumer helps individuals leverage their spending power to promote positive change. Users can access materials such as score tables, Best Buy recommendations, and in-depth reports to navigate their choices effectively.
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