Stephen Thomas Erlewine's review: "an easy record to admire, but a hard one to love." 2.5 out of 5 stars.

John Sakamoto's review: "Far from an exercise in daring self-indulgence, Pop is too often guilty of a much more serious offence: not going far enough."

Tyson Wheatley's review: "while Pop is not necessarily a trailblazer, the group has once again left the mainstream far behind."

"Pop is simply an album of great pop." 4 out of 5 stars.

Charles Taylor's review: "U2 moves like kings of the dance floor throwing down flashy moves and a challenge: Open your ears or get left in the dust."

Stephen Thompson's review: "despite all the anticipation, and despite all of Pop's fussy idiosynchracies, the album itself shouldn't disappoint anyone who isn't expecting a full-blown music revolution."