| Fully independent and not overly influenced by timber industry. | FSC:YES | SFI:NO |
| Strong forest and environmental protection standards. | FSC:YES | SFI:NO |
| Strong community protection standards. | FSC:YES | SFI:NO |
| Product content monitoring (chain of custody) consistently required. | FSC:YES | SFI:NO |
| Consistent link between product labels/claims and certified forests. | FSC:YES | SFI:NO |
| Strong certification and accreditation process. | FSC:YES | SFI:NO |
| Transparency and public participation consistently required. | FSC:YES | SFI:NO |
| Certifies some of the most environmentally destructive timber companies in North America. | FSC:NO | SFI:YES |