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Decide on a big purchase without regret

Decide on a big purchase without regret: a free, copy-paste prompt for ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. Paste the prompt and replace each [BRACKETED] field with your own details.

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The prompt

I am thinking of buying [ITEM] for about [PRICE].

Why I want it: [REASONS]
My budget for it: [BUDGET]
Alternatives I have seen: [ALTERNATIVES]

Ask me five questions to test whether I really need it, calculate the cost per use over [YEARS] years, compare it with the alternatives including doing nothing, and give me a clear recommendation with the strongest counter-argument.
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Pro tip: Wait 48 hours after the AI recommendation before buying; the urge often fades.

How to use this prompt

  1. Open ChatGPT and start a new chat.
  2. Paste the prompt.
  3. Replace each [BRACKETED] field with your real details and paste in your own text where asked.
  4. Reply with follow-ups such as "make it shorter" or "make it sound more like me".

Prompt at a glance

Category
Text & chat
Works with
ChatGPT · Gemini · Claude
Length
61 words
Fields to fill in
ITEM, PRICE, REASONS, BUDGET, ALTERNATIVES, YEARS
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Frequently asked questions

Which AI tools work with this prompt?

It is written for ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. Paste it into your preferred tool and adjust the wording if the result is off.

What do I need to fill in?

Replace these fields before you send it: ITEM, PRICE, REASONS, BUDGET, ALTERNATIVES, YEARS. Each field shows an example in the prompt.

Should I paste private information into the prompt?

Only what the task needs. Remove names, contact details and other sensitive data before pasting a resume or document into any AI tool.

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