LendEDU’s editorial ratings help consumers understand how certain companies compare to others in their respective industries.
We do not publish favorable or unfavorable reviews or ratings at the direction of any company. Instead, our full-time editorial staff is tasked with rating companies and providing accurate and fact-based analyses.
Our editorial staff and contractors then use these ratings to create content and determine which companies are the best for different financial situations.
Here is a description of our numerical ratings:
- 5 stars = Excellent selection
- 4 stars = Above average selection
- 3 stars = Average selection
- 2 stars = Below average selection
- 1 star = Poor selection
You’ll find these ratings in our product reviews and best-of product roundups, to help you compare options before committing to any financial product.