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336 This or That Questions: Quick, Fun and Clean

2+ players5-20 minutesAges 5+Full list (336)

Two words, one choice, three seconds. The phone deals the pairs, counts how the room splits, and never repeats one, so you can play anywhere with zero setup.

On this page
  1. How to play
  2. Rules and variations
  3. Tips for a good game
  4. How to play without a phone

This or That is the quickest choosing game there is. Someone reads two options, like pizza or burgers, and everyone picks one right away. This page has 336 clean pairs sorted by topic and audience, and a free game above that runs on one phone, counts how your group votes and never repeats a pair.

How to play

You need one phone and two or more people. There is nothing to download and no sign-up.

  1. Find the game panel at the top of this page. Every pack has a level. Level 1 is for everyone, from young kids to grandparents. Level 2 adds the Work and Hard ones packs for teens and adults.
  2. Turn on the packs you like and press Start. The level 1 packs are already on, so you can start right away.
  3. The phone shows two choices. Read them out loud: "This or that: beach or mountains?"
  4. Everyone answers at the same moment. Point left or right, call it out, or hold up one or two fingers.
  5. Tap the side that most people picked, then Next. The game keeps a running tally, and at the end you see how the room split.

The deck does not repeat until every pair has come up. If the page reloads by accident, your game is still there. Tap "Full screen" so the words are big enough to read from across the room.

Rules and variations

The only rule is speed. Answer within three seconds, and no "it depends". Once your group knows the game, try one of these.

  • Lightning round. Read ten pairs as fast as you can without stopping. Players shout their answers. It gets loud and silly in the best way.
  • Match my friend. Pick one player. Before each vote, everyone else guesses what that player will choose. A correct guess scores a point.
  • Stand up, sit down. Standing means the first option and sitting means the second. This works great for classrooms and big groups.
  • Odd one out. Anyone who ends up alone on their side has to give one reason for their choice. Everyone else just gets to laugh.
  • Explain it. Slow the game down. For each pair, one person explains their choice in a single sentence. This turns the game into a conversation starter.

Tips for a good game

Keep it moving. This game is about rhythm. Do not stop to debate every pair. Save the long talks for the ones that split the room down the middle.

Use it as a warm-up. This or That works well as the first game of the night. Nobody has to say much, so shy guests can join in from the first pair. After ten minutes, people know each other a little better, and a talking game like Would You Rather is easier.

Mixed ages. With small kids, start with the Kids and Food packs. Let a child hold the phone and read the words. Many pairs are single words, so early readers can manage it, and it is good reading practice.

Shy players. Pointing is a full answer. Nobody needs to explain. The tally shows the group's choice, not each person's vote, so nobody feels singled out.

Teams and classes. For a video call, ask people to answer in the chat or hold up one or two fingers. For a class, read a pair and have students walk to the left or right side of the room.

Mix the packs. Jumping from Food to Hard ones keeps people on their toes. Going from "pancakes or waffles" to "money or time" always gets a laugh.

How to play without a phone

All 336 pairs are listed below, sorted by pack. One person reads them out and everyone answers. That is the whole game.

For a party, print the list and cut it into strips. Put them in a bowl and take turns drawing one. For a classroom, write a pair on the board each morning and let students vote with sticky notes on either side.

On a car ride, the passenger reads and everyone else calls out their answer. Keep a quick count on paper if you want to see which family member agrees with you the most.

You can also make up your own pairs. Look around the room or out the window and pick two things you can see: trees or clouds, red cars or blue cars. Kids are very good at this, and it keeps a long drive or a rainy afternoon going.

All 336 questions

Food

  1. Pizza or Burgers
  2. Tacos or Burritos
  3. Pancakes or Waffles
  4. Fries or Onion rings
  5. Chocolate or Vanilla
  6. Cake or Pie
  7. Cookies or Brownies
  8. Ketchup or Mustard
  9. Sweet or Salty
  10. Spicy or Mild
  11. Pasta or Rice
  12. Cheese pizza or Pepperoni pizza
  13. Apples or Oranges
  14. Strawberries or Blueberries
  15. Hot dogs or Hamburgers
  16. Cereal or Toast
  17. Ice cream cone or Ice cream cup
  18. Popcorn or Chips
  19. Mac and cheese or Grilled cheese
  20. Breakfast or Dinner
  21. Soup or Salad
  22. Crunchy peanut butter or Smooth peanut butter
  23. Hot chocolate or Lemonade
  24. Milkshake or Smoothie
  25. Scrambled eggs or Fried eggs
  26. Bacon or Sausage
  27. Sushi or Ramen
  28. Cupcakes or Doughnuts
  29. Watermelon or Pineapple
  30. Chicken nuggets or Fish sticks
  31. Mashed potatoes or Baked potatoes
  32. Bagels or Croissants
  33. Candy or Chips and dip
  34. Ranch or Barbecue sauce
  35. Homemade food or Takeout
  36. Thin crust or Deep dish
  37. Gummy bears or Chocolate bars
  38. Corn on the cob or Green beans
  39. Cheesecake or Ice cream cake
  40. Pickles or Olives
  41. Honey or Maple syrup
  42. Lasagna or Spaghetti
  43. Avocado or Tomato
  44. Muffins or Scones

Everyday

  1. Window open or Window closed
  2. Early bird or Night owl
  3. Cats or Dogs
  4. Beach or Mountains
  5. Summer or Winter
  6. Sunrise or Sunset
  7. Rain or Snow
  8. Text or Call
  9. Shower or Bath
  10. Socks on in bed or Socks off in bed
  11. Window seat or Aisle seat
  12. Backpack or Tote bag
  13. Neighbors you know or Neighbors you never see
  14. Big party or Small get-together
  15. Stay in or Go out
  16. Hoodie or Jacket
  17. Sneakers or Sandals
  18. Pen or Pencil
  19. Shorts or Jeans
  20. Messy room or Tidy room
  21. Alarm clock or Wake up on your own
  22. Bike or Scooter
  23. Notes app or Paper lists
  24. Umbrella or Raincoat
  25. Lake or Ocean
  26. Fan on at night or Fan off at night
  27. Bright colors or Dark colors
  28. Long hair or Short hair
  29. Jump in head first or Jump in feet first
  30. Paper books or E-books
  31. Handwriting or Typing
  32. Voice notes or Typed messages
  33. Sit on the floor or Sit on the couch
  34. Sunglasses or Hat
  35. Loud music or Quiet music
  36. Sleep with the lights on or Sleep with the lights off
  37. Stairs or Elevator
  38. Walk or Run
  39. Ice cubes or No ice
  40. Clean as you go or Clean at the end
  41. Gift cards or Wrapped gifts
  42. Front row or Back row
  43. Shop in store or Shop online

Entertainment

  1. Movies or TV shows
  2. Comedy or Action
  3. Cartoons or Live action
  4. Superheroes or Wizards
  5. Books or Audiobooks
  6. Music or Podcasts
  7. Singing or Dancing
  8. Video games or Board games
  9. Movie theater or Movie at home
  10. Concert or Sports game
  11. Drawing or Painting
  12. Piano or Guitar
  13. Drums or Violin
  14. Scary movie or Silly movie
  15. Old movies or New movies
  16. Watch the movie first or Read the book first
  17. Sequel or Original
  18. Karaoke or Dance party
  19. Magic show or Circus
  20. Puzzles or Crosswords
  21. Theme park or Water park
  22. Roller coaster or Ferris wheel
  23. Bowling or Mini golf
  24. Escape room or Laser tag
  25. Cartoons in the morning or Movies at night
  26. Funny videos or Cooking videos
  27. Mystery books or Adventure books
  28. Comics or Novels
  29. Watch sports or Play sports
  30. Space movies or Ocean movies
  31. Stand-up comedy or Improv
  32. Singing in the shower or Singing in the car
  33. Binge a whole season or One episode a week
  34. Musicals or Animated films
  35. Arcade or Bowling alley
  36. Chess or Checkers
  37. Trivia night or Game night
  38. Make a movie or Star in a movie
  39. Be in a band or Be a solo singer
  40. Jigsaw puzzle or Model kit
  41. Skateboarding or Rollerblading
  42. Zoo or Aquarium

Travel & places

  1. Plane or Train
  2. Road trip or Flight
  3. Hotel or Camping
  4. Paris or London
  5. Tokyo or New York
  6. Beach vacation or City vacation
  7. Desert or Rainforest
  8. Mountains or Islands
  9. Cruise or Cabin
  10. Pack light or Pack everything
  11. Mountain cabin or Beach hut
  12. Museum or Street market
  13. Ski trip or Surf trip
  14. Tent or Treehouse
  15. Big city or Small town
  16. Hiking or Biking
  17. Snorkeling or Scuba diving
  18. Hot air balloon or Helicopter
  19. Sightseeing or Relaxing
  20. Local food or Familiar food
  21. Plan every day or No plan at all
  22. Postcards or Photos
  23. Lighthouse or Castle
  24. Waterfall or Volcano
  25. Safari or Aquarium trip
  26. Boat or Bus
  27. Sunrise hike or Sunset swim
  28. Travel alone or Travel with friends
  29. Countryside farm stay or Downtown apartment
  30. Sandcastles or Seashells
  31. Street food or Fancy restaurant
  32. Weekend trip or Two-week trip
  33. Map or GPS
  34. Trip abroad or Trip at home
  35. Sleep on the plane or Watch movies on the plane
  36. Souvenir magnet or Souvenir T-shirt
  37. Kayak or Canoe
  38. Old town streets or Modern skyscrapers
  39. Northern Lights or Shooting stars
  40. Train sleeper car or Overnight ferry
  41. Pool or Sea
  42. Carry-on or Checked bag

Seasons & holidays

  1. Spring or Fall
  2. Snow day or Beach day
  3. Christmas or Halloween
  4. Thanksgiving or New Year's Eve
  5. Real tree or Fake tree
  6. Candy canes or Gingerbread
  7. Pumpkin pie or Apple pie
  8. Turkey or Ham
  9. Costume party or Pajama party
  10. Trick-or-treating or Handing out candy
  11. Fireworks or Bonfire
  12. Snowman or Snow angel
  13. Sledding or Ice skating
  14. Peppermint or Cinnamon
  15. Leaf piles or Puddle jumping
  16. Carving pumpkins or Decorating cookies
  17. Ugly sweater or Holiday pajamas
  18. Wrapping paper or Gift bags
  19. Open gifts Christmas Eve or Open gifts Christmas morning
  20. Thanksgiving stuffing or Thanksgiving mashed potatoes
  21. Paper snowflakes or Paper lanterns
  22. Summer camp or Family vacation
  23. Surprise party or Planned party
  24. Big birthday party or Birthday trip
  25. Snowball fight or Water balloon fight
  26. Scary costume or Funny costume
  27. Holiday lights or Holiday music
  28. Pool in summer or Fireplace in winter
  29. Watermelon in summer or Soup in winter
  30. Christmas cookies or Christmas candy
  31. Advent calendar or Stocking
  32. Santa or Rudolph
  33. Thanksgiving parade or Thanksgiving football
  34. Corn maze or Hayride
  35. Leftover turkey or Leftover pie
  36. Rainy day or Windy day
  37. Mittens or Gloves
  38. Flip-flops or Rain boots
  39. Fourth of July or New Year's Day
  40. Ice cream truck or Lemonade stand
  41. Picnic or Barbecue

Kids

  1. Unicorns or Dragons
  2. Pirates or Ninjas
  3. Dinosaurs or Sharks
  4. Volcanoes or Tornadoes
  5. Princess or Knight
  6. Slide or Swings
  7. Sandbox or Monkey bars
  8. Crayons or Markers
  9. Hide-and-seek or Tag
  10. Recess or Lunch
  11. Bubbles or Balloons
  12. Teddy bear or Toy truck
  13. Robots or Aliens
  14. Puppies or Kittens
  15. Lions or Tigers
  16. Penguins or Polar bears
  17. Owls or Parrots
  18. Butterflies or Ladybugs
  19. Elephants or Giraffes
  20. Monkeys or Pandas
  21. Trampoline or Bouncy castle
  22. Fort made of pillows or Fort made of boxes
  23. Play outside or Play inside
  24. Draw or Build
  25. Bedtime story or Bedtime song
  26. Lunchbox or School lunch
  27. Science or Art
  28. Math or Reading
  29. Gym or Music class
  30. Field trip or Pajama day
  31. Read a comic or Read a picture book
  32. Stickers or Stamps
  33. Playdough or Slime
  34. Rocket ship or Submarine
  35. Firefighter or Astronaut
  36. Fairy or Wizard
  37. Pet fish or Pet hamster
  38. Dress up or Face paint
  39. Water slide or Splash pad
  40. Building blocks or Coloring books
  41. Pirate ship or Castle
  42. Chalk drawings or Paper airplanes

Work

  1. Work from home or Work from the office
  2. Coffee or Tea
  3. Early start or Late finish
  4. Big company or Small startup
  5. Email or Phone call
  6. Meetings or Messages
  7. Desk by the window or Desk by the kitchen
  8. Standing desk or Sitting desk
  9. Four long days or Five short days
  10. Team project or Solo project
  11. Boss or Employee
  12. Raise or Extra vacation
  13. Notebook or Laptop notes
  14. Morning meetings or Afternoon meetings
  15. Lunch at your desk or Lunch out
  16. Headphones on or Office chatter
  17. Camera on or Camera off
  18. Spreadsheets or Slides
  19. To-do list or Calendar blocks
  20. Inbox zero or Thousands unread
  21. Commute by train or Commute by car
  22. Work party or Day off
  23. Present the idea or Write the plan
  24. Fixed hours or Flexible hours
  25. Office plant or Office pet
  26. Casual Friday or Dress up Friday
  27. Long lunch or Leave early
  28. Big team or Small team
  29. Start a business or Climb the ladder
  30. Office snacks or Free lunch
  31. Weekly check-in or Monthly check-in
  32. Training course or Learn on the job
  33. Open office or Private office
  34. Same job forever or New job every few years
  35. Detailed instructions or Total freedom
  36. Deadline next week or Deadline tomorrow but easy
  37. Group chat or One-on-one chat
  38. Work trip or Work from a beach
  39. Mentor or Mentee
  40. Early retirement or Dream job until 70
  41. Paper calendar or Phone calendar

Hard ones

  1. Money or Time
  2. Fame or Privacy
  3. Past or Future
  4. Smart or Lucky
  5. Funny or Kind
  6. Truth or Peace
  7. Fly or Teleport
  8. Invisible or Super strong
  9. Read minds or See the future
  10. No phone or No music
  11. Forgive or Forget
  12. Big house or Big garden
  13. Many friends or One best friend
  14. Sweet dreams or Deep sleep
  15. Win or Have fun
  16. Adventure or Comfort
  17. Talent or Hard work
  18. Head or Heart
  19. Rich and bored or Broke and happy
  20. Live by the sea forever or Live in the mountains forever
  21. Remember everything or Forget the bad stuff
  22. Never cold or Never tired
  23. Be early or Be exactly on time
  24. Save or Spend
  25. Ask for help or Figure it out alone
  26. Leader or Team player
  27. Speak every language or Play every instrument
  28. Live forever or Live a perfect lifetime
  29. Change the past or Know the future
  30. Be admired or Be understood
  31. Brave or Careful
  32. Quiet genius or Loud entertainer
  33. Silence or Noise
  34. Lose your keys or Lose your wallet
  35. Free food for life or Free travel for life
  36. Ten small wins or One huge win
  37. Always right or Always liked
  38. Hot summer only or Cold winter only
  39. Book smarts or Street smarts
  40. Be famous or Be the one who makes people famous
  41. New friends or Old friends

FAQ

What is This or That?

It is a fast choosing game. You hear two options, like cats or dogs, and pick one right away. It is shorter than Would You Rather, so a round takes seconds and even small kids can join in.

How many players do you need?

Two people can play, and it works well for groups of up to thirty, like a classroom or a team call. Everyone answers at the same time, so a big group does not slow it down.

What are good this or that questions for kids?

The level 1 packs are all kid friendly: Food, Everyday, Entertainment, Travel and places, Seasons and holidays, and Kids. The Kids pack has pairs like unicorns or dragons and slide or swings, which work from about five years old.

How do you win This or That?

There is no winner in the basic game. To add points, try the match game: before each vote, a player predicts what a friend will pick. Every correct prediction scores one point.

Is this good for a team meeting or a classroom?

Yes. It is one of the easiest icebreakers because nobody has to talk for long. Use the Work pack for teams and the Kids pack for younger classes. Everything on this page is clean.

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