What is an Aggregate Rating?

An aggregate rating is the overall average score calculated from multiple individual reviews. It is commonly shown as a value like 4.6 out of 5, alongside the total number of reviews.

How It Is Calculated

Most platforms compute aggregate rating as:

Sum of all rating values
Divided by total number of valid ratings

Some systems may apply additional rules, such as excluding spam, rejected, or duplicate submissions.

Why It Matters

Aggregate rating acts as a fast trust signal for buyers. It helps users compare options quickly and plays a key role in review widgets, public profile pages, and search result enhancements.