Check identity before comparing value
Review one item at a time. A missing source, mismatched option or unexplained payment destination cannot be offset by attractive photos or a low price. This checklist records evidence; it does not rate a product or seller.
| Decision | Use when | Next step |
|---|---|---|
| Ready to compare | The item, option and source match, and the information needed for your comparison is visible. | Record the remaining limitations; this is not approval to purchase. |
| Needs evidence | A required measurement, price condition, photo reference or date is missing. | Name the gap and the responsible source that could resolve it. |
| Stop and resolve | The destination, code, option or contact conflicts with the saved record. | Keep it out of the comparison until the mismatch is explained. |
Nine checks to record
Mark only checks supported by a source you have opened. Unmarked checks remain unknown. Print this page for offline notes; answers are not stored or sent.
A missing detail can change the decision
Hypothetical example: a bag row has clear exterior and interior photos and visible dimensions, but its source link opens a different size. The result remains “stop and resolve.” Additional photos do not fix the source mismatch.
If the source is corrected but the quote lacks currency or date, the decision becomes “needs evidence.” Only compare its price after those conditions are supplied. No product or seller was tested for this example.
Keep the record beside the checklist
Copy the dated record fields · Use the photo worksheet · Compare quote conditions · Review source and seller risks