Kept Picks is an independent review site. We compare software and everyday tools the slow way — reading the fine print, testing what we can, and cutting everything that doesn’t earn its place — so you only see the picks worth keeping.
How we choose
1. Shortlist honestly
We start from what real buyers actually search for and complain about — not from whoever pays the highest commission.
2. Compare on criteria that age well
Pricing games and feature counts change every quarter. We weigh the things that still matter a year later: reliability, total cost, and how easy it is to leave.
3. Keep only the winners
Most products we look at never make it onto the site. If a pick stops deserving its spot, we replace it and say why.
Our promise
- Independence. Rankings are never sold. No one can pay to be a “best pick.”
- Transparency. Some links on this site are affiliate links — see our Affiliate Disclosure. It never changes what we recommend.
- Accountability. Spot something outdated or plain wrong? Tell us and we’ll fix it.
About us
Kept Picks is run by a small independent team based in Japan, writing for readers everywhere. Read more about us, or get in touch at hello@keptpicks.com.