Why Are There No Negative Reviews on Product Hunt? 🤔

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Hey everyone,
I’ve been browsing Product Hunt for a while now, and one thing that stands out to me is how overwhelmingly positive the feedback is. Don’t get me wrong—positivity is amazing, and it’s great to see makers being supported. But I can’t help but wonder... where’s the healthy criticism?

Negative feedback, when constructive, can be a goldmine for makers. It highlights blind spots, surfaces potential issues, and ultimately helps products improve. Yet, I’ve never come across a truly critical review here. It’s either glowing praise or silence.

Why do you think this happens?

-Is it because people want to keep things positive?
-Do makers remove negative comments?
-Or is it just an unwritten rule of the platform culture?

I’d love to hear your thoughts! And makers, how do you feel about criticism? Would you welcome it, or does it sting too much when shared publicly?

Let’s discuss—because growth often comes from tough conversations too. 😊

André J · Accepted Answer

I think it's just makers supporting makers. It's someone's birthday, and you don't want to be a jerk on someone's birthday right? Personally I always roast with kindness. 😸

Sergey Koshevoy · Answer

The community is generally supportive, focusing on sharing constructive feedback rather than tearing products down. People here want to empower makers, not discourage them. Also, the overall culture on Product Hunt leans toward positivity. Makers often pour their hearts into building something, and the community recognizes this effort. Instead of leaving negative reviews, users tend to skip voting or commenting if they’re not impressed.

Fiona Cheng · Answer

@sentry_co 
That's an interesting way to put it, but there are indeed times when I really want to hear some honest feedback.😩

Indu Thangamuthu · Answer

Cuz everyone is a maker and someone who is walking the same path, we all know that there's a positive way of saying things better than getting it done with a negative review.

Sergey Koshevoy · Answer

@ahmer_saud absolutely agree

Ahmer Saud · Answer

@koshevoysergey  in that case makers might miss out on insights into what’s not working or why their product didn’t resonate. Could there be a way to encourage more constructive feedback without hurting the positive vibes of the platform?

Ahmer Saud · Answer

@indu_thangamuthu Totally agree! Constructive feedback does more good than negativity,we're all in this together, after all. 😊

Ahmer Saud · Answer

@tousif_b Ah, I get it now,most people on PH are makers themselves, not just consumers. That explains the kindness and supportive vibes

tousif b · Answer

Most of the people here are hardworking so they relate to other developers which brings the kindness out of them.

Ahmer Saud · Answer

@sentry_co Got it , flattery first 😄

Ahmer Saud · Answer

@sentry_co What do you think is the best way to balance support with helpful, honest criticism?

André J · Answer

@ahmer_saud Wrap the punch in flattery ;)

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I’m curious about that too. And I completely agree with the opinion below 🙄
It’s like we're on the same page, supporting and celebrating each other!

Why Are There No Negative Reviews on Product Hunt? 🤔

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