ELEGOO Matte PLA Filament Matte Black 1KG, 1.75mm 3D Printer Filament Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm, 1kg Carboard Spool (2.2lbs) Fits for Most FDM 3D Printers
Review Analysis Results
Analysis Summary
This product shows a moderately concerning but not extreme pattern of potentially inauthentic reviews. The dataset contains 15 reviews with 14 verified purchases and 1 unverified, all with overwhelmingly positive ratings (14 five-star, 1 four-star). The verification rate of 93% is excellent, but the complete absence of critical reviews (no 1-3 star ratings) raises suspicion about natural distribution. The reviews cluster around extremely positive language with minimal substantive criticism, creating an unusually uniform positive impression.
Several reviews exhibit formulaic language patterns that suggest possible coordination. For example, review #3 states: "I will not go deep into all super-duper qualities one filament can have but saying I have 7 years of 3D printing should be plenty enough for you to know it comes from someone who knows what he is talking about." This defensive positioning of authority appears in duplicate (reviews #3 and #14). Another pattern is the repeated emphasis on "professional appearance" and "matte finish" with similar phrasing across multiple reviews, suggesting possible templating.
The reviews show reasonable authenticity indicators with specific printer mentions (Bambu A1 Mini, Creality K1, Bambu Lab A1), practical usage details (spool adaptation issues, drying requirements), and varied writing styles including different languages (French, Italian, Spanish). However, the emotional tone is consistently enthusiastic without the nuanced frustration or problem-solving narratives typical of genuine 3D printing communities. The timing appears clustered rather than distributed, and the duplicate review (#3 and #14 are identical) is a significant red flag for manipulation.
Key concerns include the duplicate review, the complete lack of critical feedback, and the defensive authority-establishing language in multiple reviews. Positive indicators include the high verification rate, specific technical details, and varied international perspectives. The single four-star review mentioning cardboard spool friction issues appears genuine and provides valuable balance, but its isolation suggests possible filtering of more critical reviews. The overall pattern suggests some review manipulation but not to an extreme degree.
Key patterns identified in the review analysis include: defensive authority claims ("years of experience"), duplicate content across reviews, uniform emphasis on "professional appearance".
Review Statistics
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Price Analysis
ELEGOO Matte PLA represents solid mid-range value in the UK 3D filament market. Given the exceptional 4.93/5 rating from 1370 reviews, this product justifies its typical £20-£25 price range. Monitor Amazon for subscribe & save options or multi-pack discounts for the best value.
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Understanding This Analysis
What does Grade C mean?
This product has moderate review authenticity concerns. A notable portion of reviews show suspicious patterns. Consider reading reviews carefully before purchasing.
Adjusted Rating Explained
The adjusted rating (4.20 stars) represents what we estimate this product's rating would be if fake reviews were removed. This product's adjusted rating is lower than Amazon's displayed rating (4.93 stars), suggesting positive fake reviews may be inflating the score.
How We Detect Fake Reviews
Our AI analyzes multiple factors: language patterns (generic vs. specific), reviewer behavior (history, timing), temporal anomalies (review clusters), verification status, sentiment authenticity, and statistical outliers. No single factor determines a review is fake - we look at the combination of signals.
Important Limitations
No automated system is perfect. Sophisticated fake reviews can evade detection, and some genuine reviews may be incorrectly flagged. Use this analysis as one data point in your purchasing decision, not the only factor. Reading actual review content yourself is always valuable.
