Reality TV shows are dime a dozen nowadays. Its ubiquity has diluted the supposed novelty of the genre.

Thankfully, there are still quality shows that keep viewers glued to their seats for hours. In case you're still thinking of which shows to follow, here are top 5 reality TV shows that might help you decide.

American Idol

Already in its 11th season, this singing competition has made millions of ears glued to their seats (and thumbs on their phones). The sharp-tongued Simon Cowell is gone along with his acerbic witticisms, but no one is missing him, as the show consistently sits on top of the ratings. The franchise has spawned a lot of localized "Idol" competition worldwide, producing a lot of stars.

The Voice

The popularity of the "Idol" franchise has made it hard for singing competition to exist without raising the "ripoff" flag.

But looks like one show has found its own voice.

The Voice started in Netherlands in 2010 and has since spread in many countries, most notably in Australia. Unlike the Idol franchise, The Voice involves a "blind" audition process, in which successful applicants are chosen by a "mentor". The teams will battle it out until there's only one winner. Winners are determined via judge's decision and viewer's votes.

The Pitch

Is your big idea big enough?

For creative bugs, watch The Pitch and see the behind-the-scenes drama inside America's top ad agencies. Each week, two agencies will go head-to-head to "pitch" their creative take of a given brief, which they will work on for only seven days.

Top Chef

The kitchen is the perfect place to cook up a competition. Just like the pop culture classic Iron Chef, Top Chef is a kitchen battle between renowned chefs. It is a tiered competition, which will progress until only two chefs remain to battle it out in the grand cook-off finals.

The Biggest Loser

This show is a heavyweight winner, especially among weight-conscious viewers.

It started in the United States in 2004 and has spawned shows worldwide. The goal is be the top weight loser. Contestants will be put to a series of grueling physical and psychological tests. Just recently, Margie Cummins walked away as the winner of Biggest Loser Australia Singles Edition.

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