Tersely Pertinent

fluffypoppet​(sub female){Protected} - I love the BDSMtest while also recognizing it has inherent flaws. It isn't really all that comprehensive.

BUT, as a new sub, it gave me a framework to better identify interests within myself. Even if I didn't agree with the results, it gave me a metric to analyze.

It was also a tool I used to introduce my friends to BDSM as a concept. Imagine this: Girl's night, Cocktails, Giggles, and the BDSMtest. It was delightful.

I go back and take the test from time to time, I have saved my results somewhere so I can fondly look back at the time when all of my scores were relatively small and uncertain. They've become more consistent over time although, I've also tracked some new interests as I've had opportunities to learn and grow.

It IS silly, but I still like it. And, I do agree, it won't tell you much beyond where common interests might lie, but from that you can get a bit of a look-see at the secrets of my BDSM desires. (Because I don't generally run around flashing them at everyone.)

NoClvrNickname​(sub female) - they are silly, sure, but kind of a pleasantly goofy way to kill some time - sometimes (for me) I need something just kinda silly for a few minutes to take my mind off of serious shit (work, etc). and besides, if there are online quizzes to find out what kind of cheese you are or which new kid on the block you would be, (I'm making that up, but I wouldn't be surprised), this isn't THAT bad ;)

Satindragon{Not Lookin} - I agree that although it might be a fun introduction to some of the concepts. However as stated I learn nothing about you. Plus if you are half as smart as you think you are you can manipulate it to say what you want it to.

Sweetlydepraved​(masochist female){I Guess } - At most the value it holds is pointing out to someone interests they may have and weren’t aware of?

How do you measure masochism, really? I like a nice all over whipping with an electrical cord, while another masochist may like a nice all over with a soft flogger. We both identify as a masochist, right? I’m not getting masochist of the year awards because I can appreciate a higher level of pain. Although Master says I get bonus points for being able to cry and have multiple orgasms simultaneously.

Purĕ​(sub female) - Mine told me a was 100% Brat.
Im clearly not *eyeroll and pouts
🤣😇😳

ButterfliesAndCuffs​(sub female) - I think they can be good for baseline information. As for knowing specific activities that someone enjoys, the checklists give more detail. I think discovering the “whys” is best done as you’re getting to know someone as opposed to reading it on a profile.

I'mME - There a gazillion different types of these tests. I've never taken one and I never will.

I prefer human interaction. It's does not follow the science.