R3

Common questions

What is R3?

R3 is an independent product research platform for families. We score every product on safety, efficacy, and usability using the same research-backed system. We accept zero brand sponsorships, so the score for the same product is the same every time.

How does R3 score products?

Three pillars: safety (ingredients, certifications, third-party lab data), efficacy (does it actually work, by clinical and real-world evidence), and usability (cleanup, noise, ergonomics, replacement parts). The full methodology is public at r3recs.com/methodology.

Who is Renée?

Renée is R3's lead researcher and the editorial voice on the site. She works with a research team and a scientific advisory layer; the scoring system, not Renée's opinion, decides the rank.

How is R3 different from EWG, Yuka, or Wirecutter?

EWG and Yuka score on safety only. Wirecutter scores on testing but accepts affiliate revenue from the brands it reviews. R3 scores on three pillars, takes zero brand sponsorships, and publishes the same scoring system for every category.