AWARDS CRITERIA, JUDGING AND GUIDELINES
HOW ARE PRODUCTS TESTED?
All our product tests are conducted by the most dedicated and experienced team of full-time, independent, expert reviewers, testing products together, as a team, in our bespoke suite of test rooms. We test the widest range of consumer electronics products and accessories, from the smallest in-ear headphones through to huge TVs, state-of-the-art high-end audio and home cinema components. Our Awards highlight the best in each of these categories, price-banded to suit every budget. Every Awards contender – be it a new product submitted during the judging process or an existing class-leader – is tested comparatively alongside its relevant peers.
WHAT IS THE DEADLINE TO SEND PRODUCTS IN TO BE TESTED?
The What Hi-Fi? team will be in touch to arrange delivery after you have submitted your entry online via this website. You will need to deliver your products for testing by the end of August.
WHAT IF MY PRODUCT HAS RECEIVED A FIVE-STAR REVIEW?
Any product that has already received a five-star review, and that will be on sale at the time of the Awards in November, is automatically considered for entry and need not be resubmitted.
WHEN DOES MY PRODUCT HAVE TO BE ON SALE TO BE ELIGIBLE?
Any new products entered for the Awards must be on sale in the UK when the Best Buys are announced on the website in early October 2024. Products must also be widely available in the UK for at least 3 months from this date. Any manufacturer providing misleading information on pricing or specification of products will face disqualification from the Awards.
HOW MANY PRODUCTS/ CATEGORIES CAN I ENTER?
Manufacturers may enter more than one product per category, but please use your common sense and limit the number of entries to your key products. Categories listed on the entry form are a guide (you can select a category if you wish or leave that for us to choose).
CAN I EMBARGO MY PRODUCT INFORMATION?
Yes all entry information is strictly confidential until the shortlist announcement in October.
DOES AN ENTRY GUARENTEE WHAT HI-FI? COVERAGE?
All nominated products will be considered for the Awards, but submission does not guarantee coverage within What Hi-Fi?.
If you have any questions, or need any other information about the entry process or the event itself, please don’t hesitate to contact Kate Smith, Customer Relations Manager: kate.smith@futurenet.com