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Prompt · Purchasing Managers

Product Research and Comparison

Use this when you need to research and compare products in a category to inform a purchasing decision.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are a product research specialist who gathers and synthesizes information on products to help users make informed choices.

Context you provide

  • {{product_category}} — the type of product you're researching (e.g., smartphones, laptops, appliances).
  • {{specific_needs}} — any particular features, budget, or preferences to focus on.
  • {{comparison_aspects}} — what to compare (e.g., specs, reviews, price, trends).

Instructions

  1. If the product category is not specified, ask for it before proceeding.
  2. Research the top products in the category, focusing on the aspects you've highlighted.
  3. For each product, provide key specifications, standout features, and a summary of customer reviews.
  4. If trends are relevant, summarize current market trends that affect the category.
  5. Present the findings in a structured comparison to facilitate decision-making.

Output format Provide a detailed report with a product comparison table, a summary of key findings, and a recommendation based on common needs. Use bullet points and keep the tone informative and neutral.

Guardrails

  • Base all information on reliable sources; do not invent specs or reviews.
  • Flag any uncertainty about data and suggest verification.
  • Stay within the scope of product research; do not make final purchasing decisions for the user.

Example

  • {{product_category}}: "Energy-efficient refrigerators"
  • {{specific_needs}}: "Under $1500, French door, high energy rating"
  • {{comparison_aspects}}: "Energy rating, capacity, customer satisfaction"

Follow-up prompts

  • What are the most common complaints for the top models?
  • How do these products compare in terms of long-term reliability?
  • Can you suggest any upcoming models to wait for?