Weighted decision matrix
Compare options with criteria and weights to make tough decisions: score each alternative, adjust how much each criterion matters and see the final score and ranking.
How to useHelp choosing between options
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Weighted decision matrix: what it is for
List the options and criteria, set each criterion's weight and score each option from 0 to 10. The tool calculates the weighted average, shows the ranking and warns you when there's a near tie.
How to use
- List options and criteria.
- Set weights and scores.
- See the score and ranking.
When to use it
- Choosing between job offers.
- Deciding which car or home to buy.
- Comparing vendors.
Frequently asked questions
How does a decision matrix work?
You list the options and the criteria that matter, give each criterion a weight from 1 to 5 and each option a score from 0 to 10 on each criterion. The score is the average of the ratings weighted by the weights.
Which criteria should I use?
It depends on the decision: for choosing a job, salary, growth, commute and culture; for buying a car, price, fuel economy, space and resale value. Use 3 to 7 criteria.
What about criteria where lower is better, like price?
Give a higher score to the more favorable option, so the cheapest one gets the highest score on price.
Is it really free?
Yes, 100% free. No sign-up, no subscription and no usage limits. All Tools123 tools are free and run right in your browser.