| Pros | Cons | |
|---|---|---|
| Less risk of conscious or unconscious bias from either the reviewer, or the author | It’s not possible to guarantee the anonymity of the author. For example, if the reviewer was already familiar with their work or had heard that someone was working on a particular topic | |
| Reviewers can feel more protected from criticism of their review | Some reviewers may use their anonymity to write reviews that are rushed, rude, or unfair, which they might not do if their name was being associated with the comments | |
