Couple's Decision Helper

What It Does

Make better decisions together by turning complex choices into clear options. Score and compare different choices based on what matters to both of you.

Buying a Car

Decision: “Choosing Our Next Car”

Options:

• Tesla Model 3 ($45,000)
• Toyota RAV4 ($35,000)
• Honda CR-V ($32,000)

What Matters:

• Price: Partner 1 (8/10), Partner 2 (9/10)
• Safety: Partner 1 (9/10), Partner 2 (9/10)
• Eco-friendly: Partner 1 (7/10), Partner 2 (4/10)

Moving Together

Decision: “Where to Live”

Options:

• Downtown Apartment ($2500/month)
• Suburban House ($2800/month)
• City Townhouse ($2600/month)

What Matters:

• Commute time: Partner 1 (9/10), Partner 2 (5/10)
• Space: Partner 1 (6/10), Partner 2 (8/10)
• Cost: Partner 1 (8/10), Partner 2 (7/10)

Step 1: Name Your Decision

Start by typing what you’re deciding about. Add both your names so the tool can track each person’s preferences.

Example: “Choosing Vacation Destination” – Alex and Jordan

Step 2: List Your Options

Add all the choices you’re considering. Be specific – add details like prices or key features.

Example:

• Beach Resort ($3000, all-inclusive)
• Europe Tour ($4000, 5 cities)
• Mountain Cabin ($2000, peaceful)

Step 3: What Matters?

List what’s important in this decision. These are your criteria for comparing options.

For Vacation Example:

• Cost
• Activities available
• Travel time
• Weather

Step 4: Rate Everything

Each person rates:

1. How important each factor is to you (1-10)
2. How well each option scores for each factor (1-10)

Be honest – your real feelings help make better decisions!

What You’ll See

• Overall scores for each option
• Where you and your partner agree most
• Where opinions differ (great discussion points!)
• Detailed breakdown of why options scored as they did

Pro Tips

• Score independently – don’t peek at your partner’s ratings
• Add more details to options if they’re too close
• Use the tool as a conversation starter, not just a final answer
• Save results to compare different scenarios

Perfect For

• Big purchases (homes, cars, appliances)
• Travel planning
• Living arrangements
• Wedding decisions
• Career moves affecting both partners