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Review vs. Evaluation: Know the Difference

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By Shumaila Saeed & Hifza Nasir || Published on November 5, 2024
A review is a critical assessment of something, often subjective and focused on sharing personal opinions, while an evaluation systematically determines the merit, value, or significance of something based on criteria and evidence.
Review vs. Evaluation

Key Differences

A review typically involves a detailed examination and critique of a work or performance, such as a book, movie, or restaurant experience, emphasizing personal opinion and individual experience. Evaluations, on the other hand, are more structured and objective assessments that measure the effectiveness, outcomes, or value of a program, practice, or product against predefined criteria, often for decision-making purposes.
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Reviews are commonly found in consumer-oriented media and are intended to inform or influence the choices of others based on the reviewer's experience and perspective. Evaluations, however, are often conducted by professionals or experts within specific fields, such as education, healthcare, or policy, aiming to improve effectiveness or guide strategic planning through systematic analysis.
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The methodology of a review is usually less formal, relying on the reviewer's personal observations, feelings, and reactions to the subject matter. In contrast, evaluations utilize specific methodologies, including quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, to arrive at conclusions that are evidence-based and replicable.
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Feedback from reviews is generally directed towards potential consumers or audiences, offering insights or recommendations based on subjective criteria. Evaluations provide feedback to stakeholders or program implementers, focusing on areas for improvement, effectiveness, and decision-making based on objective findings.
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While reviews often result in a narrative or descriptive format, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses from a personal viewpoint, evaluations culminate in a more analytical report that systematically presents findings, conclusions, and recommendations based on the established criteria and evidence collected.
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Comparison Chart

Purpose

To critique and share opinions.
To assess value or effectiveness.
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Criteria

Subjective, personal experience.
Objective, predefined standards.
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Methodology

Informal, based on observation.
Formal, systematic analysis.
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Output

Narrative or summary of opinions.
Analytical report with findings.
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Audience

Consumers, general public.
Stakeholders, program managers.
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Focus

Personal perspective, experience.
Evidence, outcomes, effectiveness.
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Basis

Opinion, subjective assessment.
Data, evidence, objective criteria.
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Examples

Book, movie reviews.
Program, project evaluations.
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Goal

Inform, influence consumer choice.
Improve, inform decision-making.
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Feedback Direction

Towards consumers or audiences.
Towards stakeholders, implementers.
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Review and Evaluation Definitions

Review

A personal critique of a book's content, style, and impact.
The book review highlighted the novel's intricate plot and compelling characters.
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Evaluation

Systematic assessment of a program's effectiveness, outcomes, and impact.
The program evaluation revealed significant improvements in student learning outcomes.
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Review

An assessment of a film's direction, acting, and storytelling.
The movie review praised the exceptional performances but criticized the pacing.
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Evaluation

A formal assessment of an employee's performance, skills, and productivity.
The employee evaluation identified strengths in teamwork and opportunities for leadership development.
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Review

A consumer's assessment of a product's quality and functionality.
The product review detailed the smartphone's battery life and camera quality.
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Evaluation

Analysis of a project's completion, adherence to budget, and achievement of objectives.
The project evaluation confirmed the project was completed on time and under budget.
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Review

Feedback on an individual's work performance, often in a professional setting.
The performance review focused on the employee's achievements and areas for growth.
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Evaluation

Examination of a policy's implementation, effects, and implications.
The policy evaluation assessed the long-term environmental impacts of the new regulations.
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Review

An individual's dining experience, including food, service, and atmosphere.
The restaurant review raved about the innovative cuisine but noted the noisy environment.
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Evaluation

Assessment of educational programs, teaching methods, and student achievements.
The educational evaluation compared different teaching approaches on student engagement.
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Review

To survey; to look broadly over.
Before I tackle the question directly, I must briefly review historical approaches to the problem.
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Evaluation

Act of ascertaining or fixing the value or worth of
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Review

To consider retrospectively; look back on
Reviewed the day's events.
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Evaluation

To ascertain or fix the value or amount of
Evaluate the damage from the flood.
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Review

To examine with an eye to criticism or correction
Reviewed the research findings.
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Evaluation

(Mathematics) To calculate the numerical value of; express numerically.
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Review

To subject to a formal inspection, especially a military inspection.
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Evaluation

(mathematics) A completion of a mathematical operation; a valuation.
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Review

To go over or restudy material
Reviewing for a final exam.
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Evaluation

An appraisal of the value of something;
He set a high valuation on friendship
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Review

To write critical reviews, especially for a newspaper or magazine.
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Evaluation

To determine the importance, effectiveness, or worth of; assess
Evaluate teacher performance.
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Review

A report or essay giving a critical estimate of a work or performance.
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Evaluation

An assessment, such as an annual personnel performance review used as the basis for a salary increase or bonus, or a summary of a particular situation.
The result of the semestral evaluation will go towards your final score.
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Review

An inspection or examination for the purpose of evaluation.
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Evaluation

Determination of the value of a variable or expression.
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Review

A formal military ceremony held in honor of a person or occasion.
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Evaluation

Valuation; appraisement.
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Review

(legal) A judicial reassessment of a case or an event.
The victims demanded a full judicial review of the case.
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Review

A stage show made up of topical sketches etc.
The Cambridge Footlights Review launched many Monty Python faces.
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Review

A survey of the available items or material.
The magazine contained a review of Paris restaurants.
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Review

A forensic inspection to assess compliance with regulations or some code.
The regulators demanded a review against NYSE practices.
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Review

To write a critical evaluation of a new art work etc.; to write a review.
The critic reviews every new play in London.
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Review

To look over again (something previously written or learned), especially in preparation for an examination.
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Review

To view or see again; to look back on.
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Review

To look back; to make a review.
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Review

An examination with a view to amendment or improvement; revision; as, an author's review of his works.
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Review

A periodical containing critical essays upon matters of interest, as new productions in literature, art, etc.
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Review

The judicial examination of the proceedings of a lower court by a higher.
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Review

A new appraisal or evaluation
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Review

A periodical that publishes critical essays on current affairs or literature or art
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Review

(law) a judicial reexamination of the proceedings of a court (especially by an appellate court)
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Review

A formal or official examination;
The platoon stood ready for review
We had to wait for the inspection before we could use the elevator
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Review

Appraise critically;
She reviews books for the New York Times
Please critique this performance
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Review

Hold a review (of troops)
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Review

Refresh one's memory;
I reviewed the material before the test
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Review

To look over, study, or examine again
Reviewed last week's lesson.
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Review

To write or give a critical report on (a new work or performance, for example).
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Review

(Law) To evaluate (a decision made by or action taken by a lower court) to determine whether any error was made.
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Review

A reexamination or reconsideration.
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Review

A retrospective view or survey.
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Review

A restudying of subject matter.
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Review

An exercise for use in restudying material.
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Review

A periodical devoted to articles and essays on current affairs, literature, or art.
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Review

A formal military inspection.
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Review

(Law) An evaluation conducted by a higher court of a decision made or action taken by a lower court to determine whether any error was made.
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Review

A musical show consisting of often satirical skits, songs, and dances; a revue.
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Review

A second or subsequent reading of a text or artifact in an attempt to gain new insights.
I need to make a review of the book before I can understand it.
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Review

An account intended as a critical evaluation of a text or a piece of work.
The newspaper review was full of praise for the play.
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Review

A periodical which makes a survey of the arts or some other field.
The Times Literary Review is published in London.
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Review

A military inspection or display for the benefit of superiors or VIPs.
The troops assembled for a review by the Queen.
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Review

To look back over in order to correct or edit; to revise.
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Review

(obsolete) To view or see again; to look back on.
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Review

(obsolete) To retrace; to go over again.
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Review

To go over and examine critically or deliberately.
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Review

To retrace; to go over again.
Shall I the long, laborious scene review?
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Review

A second or repeated view; a reëxamination; a retrospective survey; a looking over again; as, a review of one's studies; a review of life.
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Review

A critical examination of a publication, with remarks; a criticism; a critique.
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Review

An inspection, as of troops under arms or of a naval force, by a high officer, for the purpose of ascertaining the state of discipline, equipments, etc.
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Review

A lesson studied or recited for a second time.
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Review

An essay or article that gives a critical evaluation (as of a book or play)
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Review

A subsequent examination of a patient for the purpose of monitoring earlier treatment
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Review

(accounting) a service (less exhaustive than an audit) that provides some assurance to interested parties as to the reliability of financial data
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Review

A variety show with topical sketches and songs and dancing and comedians
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Review

A summary at the end that repeats the substance of a longer discussion
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Review

Practice intended to polish performance or refresh the memory
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Review

Look at again; examine again;
Let's review your situation
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Review

Look back upon (a period of time, sequence of events, etc.); remember;
She reviewed her achievements with pride
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Repeatedly Asked Queries

What is the main goal of a review?

To share a personal opinion and critique on something, influencing or informing others' choices.
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Can a review be considered an evaluation?

While a review can informally evaluate quality or enjoyment, it lacks the systematic, criteria-based approach of formal evaluations.
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Can anyone write a review?

Yes, anyone can write a review based on their personal experience or opinion, whereas evaluations typically require expertise in the subject matter.
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How do organizations use evaluations?

Organizations use evaluations to measure the effectiveness, efficiency, and impact of their programs or initiatives, guiding strategic planning and improvements.
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Are evaluations always positive?

Evaluations aim to be objective, providing both positive and negative findings to offer a balanced view of the subject's performance or effectiveness.
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How can the quality of a review be assessed?

The quality of a review can be gauged by its depth, reasoning, fairness, and how well it communicates the reviewer's experience and perspective.
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What distinguishes an evaluation from a review?

Evaluations are systematic and objective assessments based on criteria and evidence, while reviews are subjective and personal.
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Who typically conducts evaluations?

Evaluations are usually conducted by professionals or experts with specific knowledge in the field being assessed, such as educators, policy analysts, or program managers.
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Why are reviews important for consumers?

Reviews provide consumers with personal insights and experiences that can help guide their purchasing decisions, highlighting potential benefits or drawbacks of a product or service.
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Is feedback from evaluations always implemented?

While evaluations provide critical insights, the extent to which feedback is implemented varies, depending on the organization's willingness and capacity to make changes.
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What role do criteria play in an evaluation?

Criteria are essential in evaluations for setting the standards by which the subject is assessed, ensuring the assessment is systematic and comparable.
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What is the significance of peer reviews in academic publishing?

Peer reviews in academic publishing are crucial for ensuring the validity, reliability, and originality of scholarly work before publication.
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How do reviews and evaluations affect businesses?

Reviews can directly impact consumer perception and business reputation, while evaluations can lead to operational improvements and strategic decision-making.
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