Grow Your Home Automation Community: Guessing Game Post Ideas

Want to liven up your home automation community but not sure how? Guessing games are a playful way to spark discussion and get everyone involved. With our ready-to-use templates, you will have your members guessing, laughing, and connecting in no time.

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Why This Works

Guessing games tap into our natural curiosity and love for solving mysteries. When members see a playful challenge, their brains are wired to want to solve it, making participation almost irresistible. This approach is especially effective in home automation communities, where members share a passion for tech and enjoy showing off their knowledge in a low-pressure setting.

By offering easy clues and inviting guesses, you create opportunities for members of all engagement levels to join in. The lighthearted tone encourages even shy members to take part, building a sense of camaraderie and fun. Over time, these games can help break the ice, foster deeper conversations, and keep your community lively and active.

41 Ready-to-Use Templates

1

Guess which smart device I use to start my coffee every morning?

💡 Example: "Guess which smart device I use to start my coffee every morning? Hint: It rhymes with 'witch'."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #device #morning_routine
2

Here is a sound clip. Can you guess which home automation device made this noise?

💡 Example: "Here is a sound clip. Can you guess which home automation device made this noise? Play below and comment your guess!"

🔴 High Engagement Barrier 👤 Top #audio #device
3

I set up a routine that dims my lights and plays music at 8 pm. What am I automating?

💡 Example: "I set up a routine that dims my lights and plays music at 8 pm. What am I automating? Hint: It helps me relax."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #routine #evening
4

Can you guess how many smart bulbs are in my living room?

💡 Example: "Can you guess how many smart bulbs are in my living room? Closest answer wins a shoutout!"

🔴 High Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #counting #lighting
5

Which voice assistant is most popular in our community? Take a guess!

💡 Example: "Which voice assistant is most popular in our community? Take a guess! Alexa, Google, or Siri?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Irregular #voice_assistant #poll
6

Guess the automation: Every time I leave home, this device locks itself. What is it?

💡 Example: "Guess the automation: Every time I leave home, this device locks itself. What is it? Answer in comments!"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #security #device
7

One of my devices gives weather updates every morning. Guess which one!

💡 Example: "One of my devices gives weather updates every morning. Guess which one! Hint: It sits on my kitchen counter."

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #weather #device
8

Can you guess how many routines I have running at home right now?

💡 Example: "Can you guess how many routines I have running at home right now? Closest guess wins!"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #routine #counting
9

Guess the brand: My smart thermostat starts with the letter N.

💡 Example: "Guess the brand: My smart thermostat starts with the letter N. Post your answers!"

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #brand #thermostat
10

Which room do you think I automate the most? Living room, kitchen, or bedroom?

💡 Example: "Which room do you think I automate the most? Living room, kitchen, or bedroom? Guess below!"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #rooms #routine
11

I have a smart device that waters my plants for me. Can you guess what it is?

💡 Example: "I have a smart device that waters my plants for me. Can you guess what it is? Hint: It rhymes with 'lotion'."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Irregular #garden #device
12

Guess the automation: This device turns on when I walk into the hallway at night.

💡 Example: "Guess the automation: This device turns on when I walk into the hallway at night. What is it?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #motion #lighting
13

Can you guess how many different smart home apps I use?

💡 Example: "Can you guess how many different smart home apps I use? Hint: More than 2."

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #apps #counting
14

My favorite automation saves me time in the morning. Guess what it does!

💡 Example: "My favorite automation saves me time in the morning. Guess what it does! Drop your answer below."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #morning_routine #productivity
15

Guess which device I upgraded first: lights, thermostat, or locks?

💡 Example: "Guess which device I upgraded first: lights, thermostat, or locks? Reply with your guess!"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Irregular #device #upgrade
16

Which automation do you think is my secret to saving energy?

💡 Example: "Which automation do you think is my secret to saving energy? Guess below!"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #energy_saving #routine
17

Guess the password: Just kidding! But can you guess how many smart devices I have connected?

💡 Example: "Guess the password: Just kidding! But can you guess how many smart devices I have connected? Closest answer wins!"

🔴 High Engagement Barrier 👤 Top #humor #counting
18

I use this device to keep an eye on my front door remotely. Can you guess what it is?

💡 Example: "I use this device to keep an eye on my front door remotely. Can you guess what it is? Hint: It streams video."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #security #device
19

Can you guess which home automation gadget is my favorite? Hint: It makes things cozy.

💡 Example: "Can you guess which home automation gadget is my favorite? Hint: It makes things cozy."

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #favorites #device
20

Guess what happens in my house when I say 'Goodnight' to my assistant.

💡 Example: "Guess what happens in my house when I say 'Goodnight' to my assistant. Share your thoughts!"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #voice_command #routine
21

Here is a blurred photo. Can you guess which smart device it is?

💡 Example: "Here is a blurred photo. Can you guess which smart device it is? Take a guess below!"

🔴 High Engagement Barrier 👤 Top #photo #device
22

Which automation do you think gets used most in my kitchen?

💡 Example: "Which automation do you think gets used most in my kitchen? Guess below!"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #kitchen #routine
23

Guess the feature: I use my phone to unlock this part of my house.

💡 Example: "Guess the feature: I use my phone to unlock this part of my house. What is it?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #mobile #security
24

Can you guess which home automation trend will be biggest next year?

💡 Example: "Can you guess which home automation trend will be biggest next year? Share your predictions!"

🔴 High Engagement Barrier 👤 Top #future #trend
25

Guess the shortcut: I use this to turn off all lights at bedtime.

💡 Example: "Guess the shortcut: I use this to turn off all lights at bedtime. What is it?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #shortcut #lighting
26

Which smart device do you think I never leave home without activating?

💡 Example: "Which smart device do you think I never leave home without activating? Guess in the comments!"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #habit #device
27

Guess the app: I use this to control all my devices from one place.

💡 Example: "Guess the app: I use this to control all my devices from one place. Hint: It is not brand-specific."

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #app #control
28

Can you guess how many automations I set up for the holidays?

💡 Example: "Can you guess how many automations I set up for the holidays? Closest wins a virtual high five!"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Irregular #holidays #routine
29

Guess what my first ever home automation device was.

💡 Example: "Guess what my first ever home automation device was. Any ideas?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #firsts #device
30

I use this automation to make sure my pets are comfy. Can you guess what it is?

💡 Example: "I use this automation to make sure my pets are comfy. Can you guess what it is? Hint: It involves temperature."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #pets #routine
31

Guess the routine: I set it to turn on at sunset and off at sunrise.

💡 Example: "Guess the routine: I set it to turn on at sunset and off at sunrise. What am I automating?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #sunset #routine
32

Which smart device do you think helps me the most when I am not home?

💡 Example: "Which smart device do you think helps me the most when I am not home? Share your guess!"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Irregular #remote #device
33

Can you guess what my most recent smart home purchase was?

💡 Example: "Can you guess what my most recent smart home purchase was? Take a guess!"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #purchase #device
34

Guess the power saver: This device helps lower my electric bill every month.

💡 Example: "Guess the power saver: This device helps lower my electric bill every month. What is it?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #energy_saving #device
35

Which automation do you think my family uses the most?

💡 Example: "Which automation do you think my family uses the most? Post your answer!"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #family #routine
36

Guess the favorite: Which smart home brand do I use for my lights?

💡 Example: "Guess the favorite: Which smart home brand do I use for my lights? Hint: It starts with 'P'."

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #brand #lighting
37

Can you guess how many times a day I use my smart speaker?

💡 Example: "Can you guess how many times a day I use my smart speaker? Closest wins a badge!"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #counting #speaker
38

Guess the scenario: When I say 'Movie Time', what happens in my living room?

💡 Example: "Guess the scenario: When I say 'Movie Time', what happens in my living room? Share your thoughts!"

🔴 High Engagement Barrier 👤 Top #scene #routine
39

Which automation do you think is my go-to for weekends?

💡 Example: "Which automation do you think is my go-to for weekends? Guess below!"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #weekend #routine
40

Guess the gadget: This device keeps my home cool all summer.

💡 Example: "Guess the gadget: This device keeps my home cool all summer. What is it?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #summer #device
41

Can you guess which home automation device is hidden in this emoji sequence? 🔒💡🎵

💡 Example: "Can you guess which home automation device is hidden in this emoji sequence? 🔒💡🎵"

🔴 High Engagement Barrier 👤 Top #emoji #device

How to Use These Templates

To use these templates, simply copy and paste your favorite prompt into your community platform. Tweak the clue or answer to fit your audience or the latest home automation trends. Encourage replies by tagging members or following up with the correct answer after a few guesses. You can run these as regular weekly posts, use them to break the ice at live chats, or weave them into onboarding sequences for new members.

Best Practices

  • Keep clues simple and avoid jargon to make guessing accessible to all members.
  • Rotate topics between devices, routines, and smart home scenarios to keep it fresh.
  • Respond promptly to guesses and celebrate creative answers.
  • Encourage members to submit their own guessing games.
  • Reveal the answer within 24 hours to maintain momentum.

All Platforms Tips

These templates are designed for all platforms. For forums, use clear formatting and bold the clue to catch attention. On chat platforms, post at peak times and pin the guessing game for easy access. On social media, use images or GIFs alongside the clue to boost engagement.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I post a guessing game in my home automation community?

Aim for once or twice a week to keep engagement high without overwhelming members. Consistency is key.

Can I modify these templates for my specific devices or brands?

Absolutely. Feel free to personalize clues to match your community's interests and the devices you use.

What if my community does not participate?

Try tagging a few active members to kick things off, keep clues simple, and respond quickly to encourage more guesses.

Are these guessing games suitable for beginners?

Yes. The templates are designed to be accessible and fun for all experience levels, including newcomers.

Should I reveal the answer right away?

Wait until a few guesses come in or set a time limit, then share the answer to maximize suspense and participation.

Can I use images or audio with these templates?

Yes. Adding photos, blurred images, or sound clips makes the guessing game more interactive and engaging.

What is the best way to encourage shy members to join in?

Use easy, lighthearted clues and celebrate all answers. Tagging or gently inviting newer members can also help.

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