Useless
“This barcode is not in our database”
Simple & easy to use
The Shop Ethical! app is a great starting place if you're wanting to shop more ethically. The ratings give a broad but good overview of how ethical (or unethical) a company is - ratings are not for products themselves.
I use this app all the time to check the 'eco credentials' and ethical nature of the company behind products I'm interested in buying. I find it especially helpful when comparing similar items, it helps me to choose the more ethical one as you see a list of alternatives in each category.
Overall I would rate 4* because there's always things that can be improved; I especially find it frustrating that sometimes I can't find ratings for particular companies or brands, so I have to do my own research to find the name of the overarching company. But overall it's a great app and very simple to use, although the ratings could be confusing for someone new to it.
I use this app all the time to check the 'eco credentials' and ethical nature of the company behind products I'm interested in buying. I find it especially helpful when comparing similar items, it helps me to choose the more ethical one as you see a list of alternatives in each category.
Overall I would rate 4* because there's always things that can be improved; I especially find it frustrating that sometimes I can't find ratings for particular companies or brands, so I have to do my own research to find the name of the overarching company. But overall it's a great app and very simple to use, although the ratings could be confusing for someone new to it.
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Very informative app
This app has changed the way I shop. The awareness it’s given me about the ethics and global reach of companies is mind-blowing. I would have given it 5stars if it included more companies, but many I normally use are represented here.
Good but not great
Many products are completely missing eg maple syrup.
Keeps getting better
I’ve had this app for years and go through periods where I don’t use it frequently. And every time I come back, it’s better somehow. More info, easier to navigate. It just keeps getting better! Love it.
Thank you
Thanks so much for doing all the work! I so appreciate it all being done for me!! It feels good to shop in alignment with my values.
Informed Choices
I use this app before I consider buying anything.
As ordinary people, the only impact we can have to bring about positive change is through our power as consumers. We don’t have the time or resources to evaluate which companies are more ethical so I really appreciate having a quick and easy reference to guide me.
As ordinary people, the only impact we can have to bring about positive change is through our power as consumers. We don’t have the time or resources to evaluate which companies are more ethical so I really appreciate having a quick and easy reference to guide me.
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Tops app
I love this app. Easy to use and all in one place. So good to be able to see the summary company ratings but also drill down to the details. Makes it pretty easy to compare brands and make best choices when shopping. Well done!
Glitch
Unfortunately I paid for this but can’t get past the Home Screen as it appears to be stuck. Can I please either have a refund or can you please contact me re getting it fixed. Thanks.
So handy
I’m so glad someone has taken all the hard work out of trying to shop ethically. Thanks to all involved in this useful app.
Developer was quick to respond
I had a request and the processed it really quickly great to see them keeping the app up to date.
When was the last update?
I have been referring to your app to inform my purchases for a number of years, but I noticed that the references, in many cases, are in relation to matters that occurred 10 to 15 years ago. Are these the most recent references? How would we know if companies have improved their practices in the past decade also
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Eye opener
Thanks for providing such valid and up to date information on the products and companies we buy from. I have made several new choices based on your info.
Our dollars speak louder than our votes and voices.
Our dollars speak louder than our votes and voices.
Looking good
Just downloaded. Seems easy to use and excellent information. Thanks Zelenograd
Great, but…
I’m in California and this app is focused in Australia. It would be great if it could be focused in the USA or in California.
I’m trying to get my IB students to create a section at the local grocery store in this small rural town to support sustainable and environmentally conscious companies.
I’m trying to get my IB students to create a section at the local grocery store in this small rural town to support sustainable and environmentally conscious companies.
Consumer consciousness
Love this app! When you see a product heavily advertised, worth looking up the company here and finding out just how ethical they are - you’re in for a surprise as some of our best known companies are directly involved or complicit in many unethical practices. Wish more people knew about Shop Ethical, as we are collectively responsible for what happens here on earth. More up to date information would be helpful.
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Brilliant app
This is the app that everyone should be using! It has helped me sort the best practice business from the not-so-best… and has helped me to decide between products that are effectively designed to do the same thing.
One of the most useful things is that ownership of companies is provided, so that I can avoid the hidden ownerships of companies that seem okay on the surface. I also like being able to check if a brand is Australian, ethical, and responsible.
I have recommended this to my friends and clients. It’s a simple to use but incredibly powerful to effect consumer change. If I could, I would give it 6 stars out of 5.
One of the most useful things is that ownership of companies is provided, so that I can avoid the hidden ownerships of companies that seem okay on the surface. I also like being able to check if a brand is Australian, ethical, and responsible.
I have recommended this to my friends and clients. It’s a simple to use but incredibly powerful to effect consumer change. If I could, I would give it 6 stars out of 5.
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Opened my eyes
Thank you so much for this app. I want to be more of a conscious buyer of goods and services. This is a very clear and extremely useful tool to guide me into companies I want to support. Well done.
Great cause and useful but…
Error ridden, and ironically enough - can’t send feedback as it says ‘error. Can’t send email!’ 😂
The Resource I’ve Been Looking For
I am so excited to have found this app. Since I’ve decided to stop supporting brands that wreak havoc on the earth, our fellow animals and humans, and instead invest in products that are in line with my values, I have often times found myself stuck for hours searching the web for shreds of information. This app makes it easy to get right to the source!
Since I am based in the US, I do wish it were more tailored to items available to me locally. However, I am happy to support this wonderful endeavor and look forward to the expansion of the database.
Since I am based in the US, I do wish it were more tailored to items available to me locally. However, I am happy to support this wonderful endeavor and look forward to the expansion of the database.
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