MT Week - How to become a product tester

As part of my journalism work, I’m often testing different gadgets and accessories and giving my verdict.

Some are absolutely brilliant, some are pretty good but don’t fit with my lifestyle and some are just not worth the money.

One of the perks is that sometimes I get to keep the products afterwards.

But actually, product testing is one of those things that anyone can get involved in - your feedback might not be published, but it feeds into market research by brands who will let you keep the item as a thank you, and may even pay you for your time.

So how do you become a product tester and what should you be aware of? Here’s what you need to know.