Ireland's first data-driven reality check platform
BlackMirror.ie holds up a digital mirror to Irish society, showing us the uncomfortable truths about our financial health, career positions, lifestyle choices, and future prospects.
We combine official Irish data (CSO, Revenue, Central Bank) with user-contributed information to create personalized "reflections" - brutally honest assessments of where you stand compared to your peers and where you're headed if nothing changes.
Most importantly, we don't just show you the problems - we provide actionable "escape routes" with concrete steps to close the gaps and improve your situation.
No sugar-coating. We show you the reality of your situation based on hard data, not aspirational platitudes.
Your test answers are stored only in your browser. We never collect personally identifiable information. All comparisons use anonymized aggregate data.
Every reflection includes personalized "escape routes" - specific, practical steps you can take today to improve your situation.
All benchmarks are based on official Irish government data and cost-of-living realities specific to Ireland in 2025.
Your reflection score is calculated across four dimensions:
All quiz answers are stored locally in your browser using sessionStorage. We do not collect, store, or transmit any personally identifiable information. The only data we track is anonymized, aggregated statistics for the national dashboard.
Not Financial Advice: BlackMirror.ie provides informational content only. Our reflections and escape routes are educational tools, not professional financial, legal, or career advice. Always consult qualified professionals for personalized guidance.
Data Accuracy: While we use official Irish government data sources, benchmarks are approximations and may not reflect your specific circumstances. Use this tool as one input among many when making life decisions.
Take the 2-minute test and get your personalized reality check
Take the Mirror Test