Rating Evaluation
Our park ratings are split into five categories: Coasters, Rides, Park, Food, and Management. Each category has two criteria, scored from 0 to 10, and the overall rating is just the average of all five categories.
These reviews are, of course, only our personal opinions, so please do not hold us liable if you suddenly find yourself falling in love with a new manufacturer or swearing by a ride we did not love quite as much.
How scoring works
Each criterion is scored from 0–10 based on our experience during the visit. The scores and their meanings are outlined below. In rare cases, a truly standout criterion may break the scale and earn a Golden rating of 11.
Evaluation Criteria
Coasters
Best Coaster
The single standout coaster in the park.
- Layout
- Length
- Intensity / pacing
- Smoothness
- Overall experience
Coaster Depth
The depth and quality of the coaster lineup.
- Entirely closed rides are excluded
- Overall quantity and variety
- Children’s rides are excluded
- best coasters is excluded
Rides
Water Rides
The overall quality and presence of the park’s water attractions.
- Quantity
- Quality
- Self-operated boats are excluded
Flatrides and Darkrides
The quality and variety of flat rides and indoor attractions.
- Quantity
- Quality
Park
Park Appearance
The overall look, theming, and atmosphere across the entire park.
- Location
- Ride & queue theming
- Immersion
- Cleanliness
- Wear & tear
Park Practicality
How practical and convenient the park is to explore and use.
- Park app
- Signage / navigation
- Park layout
- Ride entrance locations
- Facility placements
- Benches / bins / shading
Food
Food
The quality and variety of meals available throughout the park.
- Quality
- Selection / variation
Snacks & Drinks
The availability and quality of smaller snack and beverage options.
- Quality
- Variety of snacks and drinks
- Selection / variation
Management
Ride Operations
How efficiently and reliably the rides are operated each day.
- Speed of dispatches
- Trains in operation / staging
- Queue handling
- Passenger interactions
- Ride breakdowns
Park Management
How the park is managed, organized, and run overall.
- Facility closures
- General service
- Park policies
- Staggered openings
- Parking fees
- Merchandise