The phrase "compromise solution" refers to a way of solving a problem or disagreement where both sides give up some of what they want in order to reach an agreement that is acceptable to everyone involved. Full definition
One compromise solution on the retail side would be the use of social DRM. (librarycity.org)
Now that the responses to the call for evidence are in, it can be seen that, like many compromise solutions, it may fail to please anyone. (newlawjournal.co.uk)
While notebooks have come a long way over the last decade, they are, to this day, an inherently compromised solution. (digitaltrends.com)