Pros and cons list maker

Write your pros on one side and your cons on the other, one per line. Put a weight in brackets after an item that matters more, like (3). The tool adds up each side and shows which one is heavier.

Add a weight from 1 to 10 in brackets, for example “Saves time (3)”. Without it, the weight is 1. Up to 20 lines per side.

Adopt a dog?Pros+Companionship×3+More exercise×2+Great for kidsCons−Costs money×2−Time every day×3Total: 6Total: 5Pros win by 1

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How to use it

  1. Add a title for the decision.
  2. Type the pros and the cons, one per line, with weights in brackets where needed.
  3. Read the totals and download the picture.

How it works

The total of each side is the sum of the weights of its lines. The verdict compares the two totals.

Worked example

Default pros: 3 + 2 + 1 = 6. Default cons: 2 + 3 = 5. Pros win by 1.

Frequently asked questions

How do weights work?

Each item counts 1 by default. Write a number in brackets at the end of the line to make it count more, for example “Costs money (2)”. A side's total is the sum of its weights.

How is the verdict decided?

The side with the larger total wins and the difference is shown. Equal totals are called a tie. It is a simple sum, a thinking aid and not advice.

Can I use decimals?

Yes, such as (2.5). The weight must be between 1 and 10.

How do I save the list?

Press Download PNG or Download SVG. The picture is made in your browser.

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