Struggling to spark quick and fun conversations in your home automation community? This or That prompts are the perfect way to break the ice, encourage spontaneous replies, and get everyone talking. With these ready-to-use templates, you can drive engagement and build a lively, welcoming space.
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This or That content taps into our natural love for making choices, even about lighthearted or everyday topics. These prompts lower the barrier to participation, making it effortless for members to jump in and share their preferences without overthinking. They turn engagement into a playful activity, helping even the shyest members feel comfortable chiming in.
In home automation communities, these quickfire questions also reveal trends, spark new ideas, and surface favorite products or routines. They encourage diverse participation, foster camaraderie, and create a rhythm of regular interaction that keeps your community feeling fresh and active.
Smart bulbs or smart plugs - which would you choose first?
💡 Example: "Smart bulbs or smart plugs - which would you choose first?"
Voice control or app control - what is your go-to for home automation?
💡 Example: "Voice control or app control - what is your go-to for home automation?"
Automated lights at dusk or automated blinds at sunrise - what would you pick?
💡 Example: "Automated lights at dusk or automated blinds at sunrise - what would you pick?"
Would you rather have a smart thermostat or a smart door lock?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have a smart thermostat or a smart door lock?"
DIY smart home setups or pre-built systems - what is your style?
💡 Example: "DIY smart home setups or pre-built systems - what is your style?"
Alexa or Google Assistant - which would you choose for your home?
💡 Example: "Alexa or Google Assistant - which would you choose for your home? Tell us why!"
Morning automations or evening automations - which do you use more?
💡 Example: "Morning automations or evening automations - which do you use more?"
Would you rather automate your lights or your security system first?
💡 Example: "Would you rather automate your lights or your security system first? Share your thoughts!"
Smart speakers in every room or just the living room?
💡 Example: "Smart speakers in every room or just the living room?"
Would you prefer to control your home with one app or several specialized apps?
💡 Example: "Would you prefer to control your home with one app or several specialized apps?"
Automate cleaning with a robot vacuum or automate your lawn with a smart sprinkler?
💡 Example: "Automate cleaning with a robot vacuum or automate your lawn with a smart sprinkler?"
Energy savings or convenience - which matters more in your smart home?
💡 Example: "Energy savings or convenience - which matters more in your smart home? Explain your choice!"
Automated pet feeders or automated window shades - which would you rather have?
💡 Example: "Automated pet feeders or automated window shades - which would you rather have?"
Would you rather have instant alerts or detailed daily reports from your smart home?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have instant alerts or detailed daily reports from your smart home?"
Hands-free voice commands or scheduled automations - what do you rely on?
💡 Example: "Hands-free voice commands or scheduled automations - what do you rely on?"
Smart kitchen gadgets or smart bathroom upgrades - which excites you more?
💡 Example: "Smart kitchen gadgets or smart bathroom upgrades - which excites you more?"
Would you rather automate holiday lights or garden watering?
💡 Example: "Would you rather automate holiday lights or garden watering? Let us know your pick!"
Automate your morning coffee or automate your bedtime routine?
💡 Example: "Automate your morning coffee or automate your bedtime routine?"
More important: smart home security or smart home privacy?
💡 Example: "More important: smart home security or smart home privacy?"
Would you rather control your home from your phone or your smartwatch?
💡 Example: "Would you rather control your home from your phone or your smartwatch?"
Smart camera at the front door or smart sensor in every room?
💡 Example: "Smart camera at the front door or smart sensor in every room?"
Would you rather automate your laundry or your dishes?
💡 Example: "Would you rather automate your laundry or your dishes? Cast your vote!"
Color-changing bulbs or dimmable bulbs - what do you use?
💡 Example: "Color-changing bulbs or dimmable bulbs - what do you use?"
Would you rather automate your garage door or your entryway lights?
💡 Example: "Would you rather automate your garage door or your entryway lights?"
Would you pick a smart fridge or a smart oven for your next upgrade?
💡 Example: "Would you pick a smart fridge or a smart oven for your next upgrade?"
Wall-mounted touch screens or portable tablets - which do you prefer for control?
💡 Example: "Wall-mounted touch screens or portable tablets - which do you prefer for control?"
Automate movie nights or automate morning alarms?
💡 Example: "Automate movie nights or automate morning alarms?"
Would you rather have a smart home that looks cool or one that is invisible?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have a smart home that looks cool or one that is invisible? Share your thoughts!"
Automate your home for guests or for pets?
💡 Example: "Automate your home for guests or for pets?"
Would you rather control your home with gestures or with your voice?
💡 Example: "Would you rather control your home with gestures or with your voice? Tell us why!"
Simple automations or advanced routines - which do you use most?
💡 Example: "Simple automations or advanced routines - which do you use most?"
Would you rather have a smart mirror or a smart shower?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have a smart mirror or a smart shower?"
Automate your grocery list or automate your cleaning schedule?
💡 Example: "Automate your grocery list or automate your cleaning schedule? Share your preference!"
Would you rather have your lights change with the weather or with your mood?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have your lights change with the weather or with your mood?"
Automate your home for security or for energy efficiency?
💡 Example: "Automate your home for security or for energy efficiency?"
Would you rather upgrade your WiFi or upgrade your smart hub?
💡 Example: "Would you rather upgrade your WiFi or upgrade your smart hub?"
Automate your home for maximum comfort or maximum control?
💡 Example: "Automate your home for maximum comfort or maximum control? Tell us your choice!"
Would you rather get instant support from a bot or wait for a human reply?
💡 Example: "Would you rather get instant support from a bot or wait for a human reply?"
Automate notifications for packages or for weather alerts?
💡 Example: "Automate notifications for packages or for weather alerts?"
Would you rather have a smart home that is easy to use or highly customizable?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have a smart home that is easy to use or highly customizable? Explain your choice!"
Automate your home for fun or for function?
💡 Example: "Automate your home for fun or for function?"
Drop a This or That question at peak times or whenever conversation slows down. Pin a weekly thread, schedule posts, or use them as fun openers before deeper discussions. Always invite members to share why they chose their answer to encourage further conversation. Mix up topics to keep things interesting, and respond to answers to build momentum.
These This or That templates work seamlessly across all platforms. For forums, use them as thread starters. On social media, pair with eye-catching images or polls. In chat apps, keep prompts short and time them for high activity. Always monitor replies and jump in to encourage conversation.
Leverage 'This or That' templates to prompt members to compare their experiences with different smart speaker platforms, such as Alexa or Google Assistant. For example, post a template that asks, 'Which voice assistant integrates better with your home: Alexa or Google Assistant?' This encourages members to share integration tips, automation routines, and compatibility challenges unique to each ecosystem.
Frame your 'This or That' templates to highlight key decision points, like reliability, installation complexity, or latency. For example, 'Do you prefer the stability of wired sensors or the flexibility of wireless ones for your automation needs?' This helps members discuss installation scenarios, troubleshooting methods, and device longevity—common concerns in home automation.
Yes! Use 'This or That' posts to invite comparisons between open-source options like Home Assistant and proprietary hubs such as SmartThings. For example, 'Which do you trust more to run your automations: Home Assistant or SmartThings?' This format fuels discussions about customization, community support, security, and firmware updates—frequent topics in home automation communities.
Design templates that directly compare device types or brands, like 'If you could only install one: a video doorbell or a smart lock—which would it be?' Encourage members to share their reasoning based on security needs, installation experience, or integration with other automations. These scenarios are highly relevant for homeowners weighing investment in smart security.
Create templates that prompt members to share their protocol preferences and experiences, such as 'Which wireless protocol do you rely on: Z-Wave or Zigbee?' Members can discuss range, interference, compatibility, and device availability—core challenges in building reliable smart home networks.
Post templates that contrast automation strategies, for example, 'Do you prefer scheduled routines or sensor-based triggers to control your lighting?' This invites members to discuss real-world use cases, technical limitations (like false positives with motion sensors), and best practices for energy savings or convenience—topics central to smart home optimization.
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