The article from Hoboken Painter examines how Yelp's various sorting options—“Recommended,” “Highest Rated,” and “Most Reviewed”—can yield differing lists of top-rated painting services in NYC. Through analysis, the article identifies four companies—Elfralie Home Improvement & Interior Painting, Jonathan Barsness – Interior Painting, KD Cares Painting, and Green City Painters—that consistently appear across all three categories, suggesting a balance of quality, customer satisfaction, and review volume. However, the article also notes inconsistencies, such as businesses with fewer reviews outranking more established ones, highlighting the complexity of Yelp's algorithms. It advises consumers to consider multiple filters and be aware of potential fake reviews, emphasizing that while Yelp is a valuable tool, discerning users should look beyond surface-level ratings to make informed decisions.​