Introduction

“This or That” Instagram Stories are short, fun questions with two choices. They are easy to post and even easier to answer. People love them because they feel playful and personal. In 2025–2026, these templates are still one of the best ways to get quick replies, poll votes, and DMs. You don’t need design skills. Just copy, paste, and post.

How to Use “This or That” Templates on Instagram

  1. Open Instagram and tap Your Story.
  2. Paste one of the templates below.
  3. Add the Poll sticker (or leave it as text).
  4. Adjust spacing so it looks clean.
  5. Post and watch people vote and reply.

Tip: One question per screen works best.

Fun & Random (21)

  • Early bird 🌅 or Night owl 🌙
  • Cats 🐱 or Dogs 🐶
  • Texting 💬 or Calling 📞
  • Sweet 🍭 or Salty 🧂
  • Beach day 🏖️ or Movie day 🎬
  • Laughing 😂 or Deep talks 🖤
  • Music 🎧 or Podcasts 🎙️
  • City life 🏙️ or Small town 🌾
  • Surprises 🎁 or Plans 📅
  • Coffee dates ☕ or Dinner dates 🍽️
  • Staying in 🏠 or Going out ✨
  • Sunrise 🌄 or Sunset 🌇
  • Calm vibes 🌿 or Chaos energy ⚡
  • Memes 🤡 or TikToks 📱
  • Group chats 👯 or One bestie 💕
  • Old photos 📸 or New selfies 🤳
  • Rainy days 🌧️ or Sunny days ☀️
  • Minimal 🎨 or Colorful 🌈
  • Truth 😌 or Dare 😈
  • Quiet rooms 🤍 or Loud rooms 🔊
  • Spontaneous 🌀 or Organized 📂

Food & Drinks (21)

  • Coffee ☕ or Tea 🍵
  • Pizza 🍕 or Burgers 🍔
  • Sweet snacks 🍪 or Savory snacks 🧀
  • Home-cooked 🍳 or Takeout 🥡
  • Iced drinks 🧊 or Hot drinks 🔥
  • Breakfast 🥞 or Dinner 🍝
  • Chocolate 🍫 or Vanilla 🍦
  • Pasta 🍝 or Rice 🍚
  • Smoothies 🥤 or Milkshakes 🍓
  • Fries 🍟 or Onion rings 🧅
  • Spicy 🌶️ or Mild 🧈
  • Soda 🥤 or Water 💧
  • Cake 🎂 or Ice cream 🍨
  • Street food 🌮 or Fancy food 🍽️
  • Breakfast coffee ☀️ or Late-night snack 🌙
  • Sweet breakfast 🧁 or Savory breakfast 🍳
  • Fruit 🍓 or Dessert 🍰
  • Delivery 🚗 or Dine-in 🪑
  • Homemade soup 🍲 or Instant noodles 🍜
  • Brunch 🥐 or Lunch 🥗
  • One big meal 🍽️ or Small snacks 🍎

Travel & Adventure (21)

  • Mountains ⛰️ or Beach 🌊
  • Road trip 🚗 or Flight ✈️
  • City travel 🏙️ or Nature travel 🌿
  • Luxury hotel 🏨 or Cozy Airbnb 🏡
  • Sunrise hikes 🌄 or Night walks 🌙
  • Plan ahead 📍 or Go with flow 🧭
  • Travel solo 🧍 or With friends 👯
  • Photos 📸 or Memories 🧠
  • Backpack 🎒 or Suitcase 🧳
  • Winter trips ❄️ or Summer trips ☀️
  • Tourist spots 📍 or Hidden gems 💎
  • Fast trips ⚡ or Slow travel 🐢
  • Museums 🖼️ or Cafés ☕
  • Train rides 🚆 or Car rides 🚘
  • Guided tours 🎧 or Free exploring 🗺️
  • New country 🌍 or Favorite place 💙
  • Busy cities 🚦 or Quiet towns 🌾
  • Sunrise views 🌄 or Night lights 🌃
  • Beach walks 🐚 or City walks 👟
  • Photos first 📷 or Enjoy moment 🤍
  • Adventure sports 🧗 or Chill days 🛌

Fashion & Beauty (21)

  • Gold jewelry ✨ or Silver jewelry 🤍
  • Natural makeup 🌸 or Full glam 💄
  • Neutral tones 🤎 or Bright colors 💖
  • Sneakers 👟 or Heels 👠
  • Jeans 👖 or Dresses 👗
  • Hair up 💁 or Hair down 💇
  • Minimal outfits 🖤 or Statement fits 🔥
  • Skincare 🧴 or Makeup 💋
  • Matte lips 💄 or Glossy lips ✨
  • Oversized 🧥 or Fitted 🩱
  • Black outfits 🖤 or White outfits 🤍
  • Casual looks 👕 or Dressy looks 👠
  • Thrifted ♻️ or New 🛍️
  • Bold eyeliner 🖊️ or Soft blush 🌷
  • Simple nails 💅 or Nail art 🎨
  • Monochrome 🎯 or Mixed prints 🎭
  • Comfort first 😌 or Style first 😎
  • Morning routine 🌞 or Night routine 🌙
  • Hair accessories 🎀 or No accessories ✨
  • Trendy fits 🔥 or Timeless fits 🕊️
  • Makeup brushes 🖌️ or Fingers ✋

Daily Life & Personality (21)

  • Morning showers 🚿 or Night showers 🌙
  • Journaling 📓 or Voice notes 🎧
  • Planning 📋 or Wing it 🌀
  • Quiet mornings 🤍 or Busy mornings ⏰
  • Working alone 🧑 or Team work 👥
  • Deep focus 🎯 or Multitasking 🔄
  • To-do lists ✅ or Mental notes 🧠
  • Routine days 🔁 or Random days 🎲
  • Introvert energy 🌿 or Extrovert energy ⚡
  • Listening 👂 or Talking 🗣️
  • Reading 📖 or Watching 🎬
  • Coffee first ☕ or Phone first 📱
  • Early sleep 😴 or Late nights 🌙
  • Home workouts 🏠 or Gym workouts 🏋️
  • Long walks 🚶 or Short naps 🛌
  • Saving 💰 or Spending 🛍️
  • Calm music 🎶 or Loud music 🔊
  • Comfort zone 🛟 or Growth zone 🌱
  • Saying yes 👍 or Saying no 🙅
  • Big goals 🚀 or Small wins 🌸
  • Alone time 🤍 or Social time 🎉

Tips to Get More Replies and Votes

  • Use one question per Story slide
  • Add the poll sticker for easy taps
  • Leave space between lines
  • Use simple emojis, not too many
  • Post when followers are active
  • Share results after to keep it fun
  • Reply to voters to start chats

FAQ

Can I just paste text without a poll? Yes. People still reply with DMs.

Are emojis necessary? No, but they make Stories feel friendly.

How many “This or That” slides should I post? 3–5 slides works best.

Can I save these as templates? Yes. Save them in Notes or Highlights.

Do polls really boost engagement? Yes. They are quick and easy to tap.

Conclusion

“This or That” Instagram Stories are simple, fun, and powerful. They help you connect without overthinking content. Just copy, paste, and post. Try a few today and see which ones your audience loves most. Keep it light, keep it real, and enjoy the replies.