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Last updated: Jan 26, 2026 · Methodology v2026.01.1

Bad Review Revenue Impact Calculator

Estimate how rating changes affect new customer volume and revenue.

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What you'll need

  • Current rating, rating change, and monthly new customers.
  • Average ticket value.

What you'll get

  • Estimated lost customers per month.
  • Revenue and profit impact ranges.

Worked example

How the number is worked out

A dental practice sitting at 4.6 stars, asking what half a star down would cost.

Starting from

Rating today4.6
The drop being tested−0.5 stars
New customers a month90
Average ticket$320

Working

Assumed conversion impact~6% for half a star
Customers that represents (90 × 6%)5
What half a star costs$1,348 – $2,108 a month

Half a star is worth one to two thousand a month at this volume. The impact model is stated on the page rather than assumed — roughly 12% per full star, from published research, which is where the 6% comes from.

How this was calculated

Methodology v2026.01.1. These estimates are directional and depend on inputs and assumptions.

  • Monthly new customers × rating change impact.
  • Average ticket converts customer impact into revenue.
  • Gross margin optional for profit impact.
  • Ranges reflect conservative conversion shifts.

FAQ

Does this assume a direct rating-to-revenue link?

It models an indirect conversion impact and keeps assumptions conservative.

Are these estimates exact?

No. They are directional so you can see the size of the leak before refining assumptions.

Can I change the assumptions?

Yes. Adjust the inputs to reflect your business and rerun the numbers.

Why use a range instead of a single number?

Ranges reflect uncertainty and help you stress-test best and worst cases.

Does this include profit?

Use the gross margin input to translate revenue impact into profit impact.

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