Alternatives to the "on the one hand... on the other hand" construct

Can anyone suggest any alternatives to the "on the one hand... on the other hand" construct?

Example: (On the one hand/alternative) I like product A. (On the other hand/alternative) product B also appeals to me strongly.


Solution 1:

  • I like product A. Alternatively, product B also appeals to me.
  • I like product A. Then again, product B also appeals to me.
  • I like product A. But then, product B also appeals to me.
  • While I like product A, product B also appeals to me.

Solution 2:

The formal discourse marker used by the OP; "on the one hand ... on the other hand" expresses two contrasting ideas, opinions or facts. In view of this fact, I suggest the following alternatives:

  • Although I like product A, product B also appeals to me strongly.

  • I like product A, although product B is also appealing.

  • I prefer product A; however, product B is said to be more appealing.

  • Even though I prefer product A; product B appeals to most people.

  • I prefer product A, but product B also has great appeal.

Solution 3:

Whilst I like product A, I prefer product B.