Billboard published a review in the February 14, 1981 issue which said, "Some things grow better and better with time and the pairing of Conway Twitty with Loretta Lynn is one of them.

The irrepressible Lynn sparks with customary vitality as she pits her husky vocals against Twitty's resonant tones on this well-balanced love medley.

[2] In the February 21, 1981 issue, Cashbox published a review saying, "Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn have long been considered one of country music’s premiere vocal teamings.

The tune features rock-ish overtones, accentuated by Twitty's growling vocals and Lynn's saucy replies.

"[3] According to Stephen Thomas Erlewine of AllMusic, Two's a Party is not "one of Conway and Loretta's very best records" but there are enough strong tracks "to make it worthwhile for dedicated fans.