Communities related to r/coolguides, with what each one is for and how it differs. Member figures come from SubMouse's safe-for-work directory.
r/coolguides (about 6.1M members, directory rank #132) is for picture-based reference guides that someone might print and pin up. Text tips and tool showcases live elsewhere.
Stay on coolguides for visual reference guides. Use specializedtools for purpose-built tools, YouShouldKnow for useful knowledge in text, and LifeProTips for tips that improve daily life.
r/coolguides — Cool Guides
Picture based reference guides for anything and everything. If it seems like something someone might print, physically post, and reference then it is a good link for this sub. Remember: Infographics are learning tools, guides are reference tools. Sometimes it's grey.
Specialized Tools
When to choose it: You want to share or find a tool made for a specific purpose.
Why it is here: Listed as related. Public description: tools created for a specific purpose (about 1.6M members, rank #670).
How it differs from r/coolguides: Tools versus reference graphics.
You Should Know
When to choose it: You have useful knowledge to explain in text.
Why it is here: Public description: things you should know (about 5.6M members, rank #152).
How it differs from r/coolguides: Text explanations versus image guides.
Life Pro Tips
When to choose it: You have a practical tip.
Why it is here: Public description: tips that improve your life (about 23.1M members, rank #27).
How it differs from r/coolguides: Tips versus printable guides.
Use the related subreddits finder for r/coolguides: Find related to r/coolguides.
Members and public descriptions come from SubMouse's safe-for-work directory (as of 2026-11-09 UTC); 7-day growth measured from 2026-11-02. Directory rank is listing order. Guide updated 2026-11-07.