ConsumerLab.com has a rating of 4.6 stars from 592 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with ConsumerLab.com most frequently mention many years, good work and accurate information. ConsumerLab.com ranks 1st among Alternative Medicine sites.
Never failed me all these many years, and I am an astute medical professional. I rely on CL for concise, accurate and timely information, critical in today's environment of misinformation. So glad it's geared to everyone and accessible to all. CL welcomes input/suggestions as well...huge kudos!
Any time I am considering a supplement, I check with Consumerlab first. I believe this website has reliable information
Thank you so much, Alice, for your feedback. We're thrilled to hear that you trust ConsumerLab as your go-to resource for supplement information.
The information on this site is invaluable. I check it for information on every supplement, body care product and some food items (like olive oils) before I purchase. Save buying tainted products, products that have mis-information on their labels, toxic metals, etc. Their TOP PICKS are best info ever.
Thank you for your review, Reinette. We’re thrilled that you find our site invaluable for checking supplements, body care products, and even food items like olive oils. It’s great to hear that our Top Picks help you make informed decisions and avoid tainted or mislabeled products. Your trust in ConsumerLab means a lot to us. Thanks for being a part of our community!
I originally went to Consumer Lab for supplements actual content vs. stated content and contaminates. Now I look at safe upper limits, what the supplements do or not do, and side effects. Rating other products related to health, like sunscreen, water filters, and PFAS in dental floss are good to know.
Thank you for your review, John. We’re glad to hear that you’ve found our content valuable not just for supplements, but also for information on safe upper limits, side effects, and other health-related products. Your trust in our reviews means a lot to us!
We use this site for vetting the many supplements we use and have never been disappointed with the debt of information or quality of product suggested for purchase.
Thank you for your kind words Don. We're delighted to hear that you rely on ConsumerLab for vetting your supplements and that our information and product suggestions have met your expectations. Providing in-depth, high-quality insights is our top priority, and it’s wonderful to know that we’ve been able to support your supplement decisions. Thanks for being a part of our community!
On their home page they label themselves "Independent Tests and Reviews of Vitamin, Mineral, and Herbal Supplements". This is what I used to rely on them for. The pandemic was the beginning of the end of their focus on testing vitamins/minerals/supplements, as they would publish endless reviews of N95 masks month after month and not do any lab tests of vitamins and supplements. I now see them as a combination of Consumer Reports, health and medical advise reviews, and a little bit of vitamin and supplement testing. I can review the medical literature myself. I need them to do the lab tests to tell me if my supplements contain what they claim and don't contain harmful contents.
I am highly appreciative of having a site where I can learn the best and safest supplements. Not only are the supplements' ingredients tested, ComsumerLab provides concise compilations of the studies conducted on the efficacy of the ingredient for a wide range of medical conditions.
Thank you for your kind words and support! We're thrilled to hear that you find value in our testing and information. At ConsumerLab, we're dedicated to providing independent, reliable insights into supplements, from their ingredients to the latest research on their effectiveness. It’s rewarding to know that our efforts help you make informed and safe choices for your health. Thank you for being a part of our community!
Excellent! Truly enjoy enjoy the site for knowledge on supplements and drugs...
Thank you so much! We’re really glad to hear that you’re enjoying the site and finding the information on supplements and drugs helpful. If you ever have any questions or feedback, feel free to reach out—our team is always here to help!
I found Consumer Lab years ago and have not been able to feel comfortable trying a new brand since unless checking with CL for information. They let me know if the new product does what it claims to do, whether it has in it what it claims to have, and DOES NOT HAVE lead or other contamination. Well worth the money to be given so much info on demand!
I have a number of diagnoses, some the standard variety, eg, CVD, post STEMI, osteoporosis. Others are less so and don't always have standard recommended treatments, eg, autoimmune scalp disease (LPP), restless leg syndrome (mine is "atypical," so the usual tx don't work well for me), dry eye, dry and wet AMD. All of these have OTC supplements and tx that can and/or should be used to help the condition. So, ConsumerLabs has been extremely helpful to me in selecting products that may help and then, of those, products that are best, or at least better, in their class. Thank you very much!
Thank you so much for sharing your story with us. It's truly rewarding to hear how ConsumerLab has been a valuable resource for you in managing such a diverse range of health conditions. We take pride in providing thorough and reliable information to help you choose the best supplements for your needs. Your feedback is incredibly motivating for our team, and we’re committed to continuing to support your health journey with the highest quality research. Thank you for trusting us!
I have been a subscriber for at least 5 years and have never been dissatisfied with the quality of the reviews. I have also recommended this service to friends and family.
Thank you so much for your continued support and for sharing such positive feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you have been satisfied with our reviews over the past five years. It means a lot to us that you've recommended our service to your friends and family.
We are committed to maintaining the high standard you’ve come to expect and always appreciate hearing from our valued subscribers. If there’s anything more we can do to enhance your experience or assist you further, please don't hesitate to reach out.
I am not in the medical profession. The articles are so long and detailed they are not written bearing in mind the average reader. Would advise simplifying, or at least having a condensed simple version. Furthermore, when I type in the search to go to top picks of a product, keep it simple and get me to the list.
Hi Stephen - It is true that our product reviews are very detailed, as our readers tend to be interested in finer points regarding supplements and foods, such as exactly what we found in each product, when they are or or not useful, dosage, side effects, etc. However, right at the top of each review is a Summary as well as a Table of Contents with links that take you directly to each section, including our Top Picks.
An invaluable resource to have at your fingertips plus you get a weekly newsletter with additional updates.
Thank you for your kind review! We’re glad you find our resource invaluable and enjoy the weekly newsletter updates. Your support means a lot to us!
Whenever I have a OTC mineral or vitamin I always research it on this website. I want reliable, tested information to make the best educated decision and I find it no other place.
Thank you for your trust in us! We’re glad you rely on ConsumerLab for reliable, tested information to make informed decisions. Your support means a lot to us!
I wish I had more product review opportunities given to me so I can better appreciate the content. There are other products that I wish ConsumerLab would test.
With all the misinformation on the internet, I need consumer lab unbiased testing.
Thank you for your feedback. We completely understand how overwhelming it can be to navigate all the information out there. At ConsumerLab, we pride ourselves on providing unbiased, science-based testing and reviews to help you make confident decisions about your supplements. We're glad to be a trusted resource for you, and we appreciate your support!
Given that dietary supplements are totally unregulated, having access to ConsumerLab reviews bridges that gap quite nicely while also providing additional value with deep dives into existing scientific evidence for the efficacy of each supplement reviewed.
Very useful unbiased reports on their product tests and the findings. Knowing which supplement makers to trust is of crucial importance to me. I also like their informative newsletters about the latest research pertaining to various substances usually available as supplements. Can hardly imagine being without Consumer Lab as an aid now.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful and positive review! We greatly appreciate your kind words and are thrilled to hear that Consumer Lab has been a valuable resource for you.
I find information very helpful when looking at products. The information is sometimes overwhelming as so much and wish they could test every brand but know that is not possible. Consumer lab has helped me decide which products to pick for our use.
We're glad that you enjoy ConsumerLab.com. Thank you for posting your comments.
Consumerlab pulls together research from various sources to shed much needed light on supplement quality and usefulness for various conditions. Also highlights potential and real dangers from misuse. I use it all the time. My only complaint is they don't test enough Canadian supplements.
Thank you very much for sharing that, Gerald. We are very glad that you appreciate the work we are doing. We appreciate your support.
Answer: Hi Denise, We have actually covered this topic on our website https://www.consumerlab.com/answers/does-prevagen-really-improve-memory/prevagen-memory/.
Answer: Hi - We don't charge every month; just a single charge for a 1-year or 2-year subscription as noted on the page where you joined. We show the calculated cost per month for reference, so you can see that the 2-year subscription is less expensive. If you would like to cancel, please email subscription@consumerlab.com with your name and email and we will process your request (typically within 1-2 business days).
Answer: Hi Frank - I believe you are referring to the review of ConsumerLab from 2004 Journal of the Medical Library Association. Our content and website have continued to expanded annually and membership has increased over those 16 years. The current 1-year membership is $47.40, or $78 for 2-years (an 18% savings off the 1-year rate).
Answer: Hi Bob - As a subscriber, you are entitled to print out a copy of the report (or any pages thereof) for your personal use. However, we don't permit copying or distributing our content, which is proprietary.
Answer: Not yet, but we may next year. We have written about PQQ: https://www.consumerlab.com/answers/is-pqq-similar-to-coq10/what_is_PQQ/
Answer: Hi Theresa - As noted on our site, we permit subscribers to print a copy of our reports for their personal use, but we do not permit not copying or downloads. If you were somehow able to download content from our site, it is quite possible that it would only work while your membership was current.
Answer: There is no single best supplement or brand. It's best to focus on the type of supplement you are looking for, e.g., multivitamin, fish oil, probiotic, herbal) and read our Product Review for that specific category and see which product is our Top Pick for that category. Here is a list of our current reports: https://www.consumerlab.com/results/
Answer: Yes, we recently published a new report on turmeric and curcumin supplements as well as turmeric spice (ground root powders) at https://www.consumerlab.com/reviews/turmeric-curcumin-supplements-spice-review/turmeric/
Answer: Hi Barbara - You can give a gift membership to ConsumerLab.com from this page: https://www.consumerlab.com/giftcerts/. We have a link to this at the bottom of every page, but the font is a bit small. Hope that helps.
Thank you so much for your kind words and continued trust in our work, Sue. We're thrilled you find our information valuable and reliable, especially as a medical professional. We're committed to providing accurate, timely content and always welcome feedback from our users. Your support means the world to us!