Rating Methodology
Last updated: April 27, 2025
Why We’re Different
At CoachDays, we know your time is gold. You need tools that work—and reviews you can trust. That’s why we built our rating system on three core areas:
- Hands-On Testing
- Data-Driven Research
- Real Coach Voices
Our Promise of Integrity
Staying true to the values we started with – helpful, reliable, trusted. Everything we do aims to serve these values and focuses on helping coaches to make the most suited, easiest, and most well-informed decisions.
- Zero Bias, Total Transparency. No paid placements. No sneak-peek sugarcoating. Every tool gets the same tough standards—always.
- Coach-Led Expertise. Our reviews come straight from practicing coaches who’ve logged real hours in each platform.
- Community Feedback. We tap into honest user ratings and candid coach stories to round out our picture.
How We Rate Tools
1. Human Testing
Whenever possible, we roll up our sleeves and build actual coaching sessions. We check how intuitive the platform is, whether scheduling works, how sessions are recorded, and more. That way, you see exactly how it fits into your workflow.
2. Data-Driven Analysis
For tools we can’t run end-to-end, we dive into feature lists, performance benchmarks, security specs, and pricing data. We compare apples to apples so you can spot the real value.
3. Coach Community Insights
We survey, interview, and analyze feedback from hundreds of coaches—newbies and veterans alike. Their wins (and pain points) add vital context to our ratings.
Our Review Process
From initial scan to quarterly refresh—here’s how we keep reviews sharp.
- Market Scan: We identify the hottest and most trusted coaching platforms out there.
- Hands-On or Deep Dive: We either use the tool ourselves or research every detail.
- User Voice: We gather and verify coach testimonials and ratings.
- Scorecards & Notes: We rate on key areas (see below) and write up our honest take.
- Ongoing Updates: Tech moves fast. We revisit top picks quarterly to keep info spot-on.
What We Measure
We score each tool on the essentials coaches care about most:
Practical Use & Experience
Does the tool suit your coaching style? We test ease of setup, session flow, and real-world features from start to finish.
Depth of Research
We fact-check every claim. We cross-reference specs, documentation, and industry benchmarks.
Credibility & Reliability
First-hand use or trusted data only. We don’t guess—we verify.
Value for Money
From free tier to premium plan, we weigh features against cost so you know where to invest.
Community Feedback
Real coach reviews—positive and negative—inform our final score.
Support & Onboarding
From setup tutorials to live support, we vet how well the company helps you get started and stay moving.
UX & Accessibility
We look at interface design, mobile friendliness, and any learning curve hurdles.
Customization & Branding
Can you make it truly yours? We rate how flexible templates, branding, and client-management features really are.
Keeping It Fresh
Tech changes. So do coaching needs. We update our top reviews every quarter—or sooner if a big upgrade lands. Spot a change or have feedback? Drop us a line on our Contact page. You’re part of this process.
If you have any questions about these rating methodologies, you can contact us:
- By email: hello@coachdays.com
- By visiting this page on our website: Contact us