Google Rating Calculator
How many 5-star reviews it takes to reach the rating you want.
This calculator tells you how many 5-star reviews you need to lift your Google rating to the target you want. Enter your current rating, your review count and the rating you are aiming for, and the answer is instant.
Everything is computed in your browser, for free and with no account. No data is sent.
How it works
- 1Enter your current Google rating (for example 4.2).
- 2Enter your current review count, then the rating you are aiming for.
- 3Read how many 5-star reviews you still need to collect.
FAQ
How is the number of reviews calculated?+
We start from your current total points (rating times review count) and find how many 5-star reviews to add so the new average reaches your target. It is an estimate, rounded up to the next review.
Why can my target rating not go above 5?+
Google ratings are capped at 5 stars. A target above 5 is not reachable, no matter how many reviews you add.
How do I collect those 5-star reviews?+
Ask for a review at the right moment, after a good experience. Otiview sends those invitations automatically, by email and SMS, as soon as you add a customer.
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