Twostar

Twostar is a term used to describe a two-star rating within star-based review systems. It is commonly applied to evaluations of products, services, media, or experiences and generally signals a below-average or mediocre assessment relative to a typical five-star scale. The exact thresholds for what counts as two stars can vary by platform, region, or context.

In hospitality and dining, two stars often indicate basic facilities and service with notable shortcomings, such as limited amenities, inconsistent cleanliness, or uneven quality. In reviews of films, music, books, or other media, a two-star rating typically conveys that the work has some redeeming qualities but fails to meet broader expectations in areas like execution, originality, or impact. Platforms may present two-star ratings alongside higher scores to provide quick guidance for users.

In data labeling and research, two-star classifications can appear as categorical indicators of sentiment or quality within annotation schemes or recommendation systems. The term is sometimes written as two-star, two star, or twostar, depending on branding or textual conventions.

Because rating schemes are not universally standardized, the precise meaning of two stars can differ between contexts. Nonetheless, twostar remains a common shorthand for mediocrity or underwhelming performance in review culture.

See also: star rating, one-star, three-star, four-star, five-star, rating system.