[1] Aaron Paskin of Spectrum Culture praised the album, calling it "a captivating set of jazzy folk rock wonders that demand to be explored, revealing more magic with each listen".

[7] Victoria Segal of Mojo wrote: "it's hard world for little things, pigeon or human: these songs fight to ease the way".

[4] Joanna McNaney Stein of PopMatters wrote: "ultimately, simplicity and genuine vulnerability are rarities, especially in today's shallow and superficial musical landscape.

[6] Ellen Johnson of Paste wrote: "This Is The Kit have found a way to stay true to their style in a way that doesn't feel forced or boring".

[8] In his mixed review for American Songwriter, Lee Zimmerman wrote: "This Is The Kit are content to dwell in more solitary spaces, but given the ethereal arrangements and Rhy's carefully considered input, Careful Of Your Keepers emerges as an affecting effort, with layer after layer of melody and mystique.