How Octo Thinks Scores Decisions
Octo Thinks is a decision aid, not an oracle. We make the trade-offs visible so you can adjust the priorities and decide with more context.
1. Define the decision
We start with one clear question and a set of realistic options. For buying guides, the options and criteria are maintained as a starting point rather than a promise that one product fits everyone.
2. Make priorities explicit
Each decision uses criteria such as cost, quality, flexibility, or comfort. Criteria weights represent how important each factor is, and the weights are normalized before scoring.
3. Score the trade-offs
Options receive scores on a 1–5 scale for each criterion. The weighted total is a useful comparison signal, but a close score means the decision is sensitive to your personal priorities.
The calculation
- List the options.
- Choose criteria and weights that add up to 100%.
- Score every option from 1 (poor fit) to 5 (excellent fit).
- Multiply each score by its criterion weight and add the results.
- Review the reasoning, sources, and close alternatives before deciding.
Evidence and freshness
Reviewed buying guides use an editorially maintained comparison matrix and show an update date when available. Web-grounded analyses may include live citations. Prices, availability, product software, and policies can change, so verify important details before purchasing.
What this does not do
A score is not professional medical, legal, financial, or safety advice, and it cannot know your circumstances unless you provide them. Use the analysis to ask better questions and make your own final call.