When your shortlist is large, speed and consistency matter more than intuition.
This playbook helps you evaluate integrations with the same sequence every time:
- Check HACS Score to understand overall ranking.
- Validate confidence to avoid weak signals.
- Confirm freshness and open-issue pressure.
- Compare alternatives side by side before final adoption.
Why a single KPI helps
A single score removes decision noise. You still inspect raw metrics, but you avoid bouncing between disconnected signals.
Suggested review workflow
- Start with a confidence threshold (for example
65+). - Filter on recent activity for active categories.
- Compare up to three candidates and keep only one winner.
Final recommendation
Treat the score as a decision accelerator, not a replacement for domain judgment.