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.