PC Mag

Score Card

PC Mag is a broad technology and lifestyle review publication. Founded in 1982, it operates under Ziff Davis ownership. It has a trust rating of 66.85% across 25 of the 30 categories we investigated. It demonstrated strong results in categories such as drones and computer monitors, while showing opportunities for improvement in areas including soundbars. Overall, PC Mag falls into our Medium Trust Tier, reflecting solid testing performance with room to enhance transparency and methodological consistency. The publication generates revenue through affiliate partnerships and sponsored content, without advertising support.

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Year founded

1982

Headquarters

New York, New York, United States

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Publication Trust Rating

66.85

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Best Known For

#6
Air Conditioners

t 79.6%
#3
Computer Monitors

t 88.4%
#36
Gaming Chairs

t 55.6%
#15
Gaming Headset

t 67.6%
#33
Office Chairs

t 47.6%
#6
Printers

t 79.6%
#6
Projectors

t 67.6%
#6
Router

t 82%
#15
Soundbar

t 51.6%
#41
Speakers

t 43.6%
#2
TVs

t 95.6%
#17
Vacuum Cleaners

t 74%
#14
3D Printer

t 64.93%
#11
Air Purifier

t 71.6%
#33
Coffee Maker

t 51.6%
#1
Drones

t 91.6%
#9
Electric Bikes

t 74.27%
#37
Electric Scooters

t 56.93%
#16
Fans

t 42%
#30
Headphones

t 64.93%
#12
Keyboard

t 51.6%
#11
Mouse

t 64.93%
#12
VPN

t 75.6%
#7
Webcams

t 75.6%