What is a review gating?

The practice of filtering customers by satisfaction before directing them to a public review site, so only happy customers leave reviews. This violates Google's review policies and can result in review removal or account suspension.

Who uses one?

Local businesses and agencies managing Google, Yelp, and industry reviews

What does it cost?

Pricing varies. The cheapest provider in our Top 11 starts around $200/mo. See the cheapest providers ranked.

How do I pick one?

Read the full methodology for our 9.4-point scoring framework, then look at the canonical The 11 Best Review Management Software Tools (2026). If you want a slice of the ranking by price, fit, or compliance, jump to: cheapest · highest-rated · fastest onboarding.

Source: Top 11 The 11 Best Review Management Software Tools (2026), verified June 24, 2026.