Swings and roundabouts
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Pro Tip 1/3British Origin
This phrase originates from the UK and is more commonly understood and used there. 
In my home country, it's all swings and roundabouts, everyone understands what you mean.
Pro Tip 2/3Casual Conversation
Best suited for informal discussions not for formal reports or academic writing. 
Chatting about the benefits of freelancing versus full-time work, it's often swings and roundabouts.
Pro Tip 3/3Neutral Outcome
Use when you want to express that two options end up with similar results, neither better nor worse. 
Living in the city versus the countryside, in many ways, it's swings and roundabouts.