compare

Compare options using gap, fit, or trade-off analysis frames.

Updated Feb 28, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cosmicdreams/claude-plugins --skill compare-cosmicdreams
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: compare
Source: https://github.com/cosmicdreams/claude-plugins/tree/main/ideate/skills/compare
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cosmicdreams/claude-plugins --skill compare-cosmicdreams

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It helps you make better decisions by turning vague “which option is better?” questions into a structured comparison that surfaces gaps, fit to your context, or the trade-offs between choices.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Gap analysis: identify what’s missing from a design, plan, or proposal versus a completeness standard.
  • Fit analysis: score which option best matches your constraints, stack, team skills, and success criteria.
  • Trade-off analysis: compare values, costs, and compromises across options without forcing a single winner.

Quick Start

Ask: “Run a trade-off analysis comparing option A and option B for our context, and tell me what we gain, what we lose, and the key unknowns.”

Frequently Asked Questions about compare

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I run a structured trade-off analysis for architecture options?▼

To run a trade-off analysis for architecture options, provide the choices and your project context. The system evaluates values, costs, and compromises across options without forcing a single winner, highlighting what you gain, lose, and key unknowns.

What is gap analysis for evaluating design completeness?▼

Gap analysis for design completeness identifies what is missing from a proposal or plan versus a completeness standard. It evaluates designs by extracting dimensions from source material to surface specific gaps in your architecture or requirements.

How do I perform a fit analysis to select a library for my stack?▼

To perform a fit analysis for selecting a library, input your constraints, stack, team skills, and success criteria. The system scores options against your specific context to determine the best suitability match.

Can I compare multiple approaches without forcing a single winner?▼

Yes, you can compare multiple approaches without forcing a single winner by using the trade-off analysis frame. This method compares values, costs, and compromises across options to provide decision support while preserving alternative choices.

Does the comparison process require manually defining evaluation dimensions?▼

No, the comparison process does not require manually defining dimensions. It extracts dimensions automatically from your relevant source material and applies confidence-scored scoring based on the detected strategy.