# Handy Randy

> Random number, name, and item generator for various selection needs. (iPhone/iPad app by Stevens Creek Software LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handy-randy/id283608109 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Stevens Creek Software LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/283449658)
- Category: Education, Entertainment
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 2 MB
- Languages: English, French, Spanish
- Released: 2019-02-12
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handy-randy/id283608109/reviews.md

## What is Handy Randy?

Uses of random numbers range from the frivolous (playing games) to the serious (handing out door prizes at events, or selecting random winners for a lottery) to the ultra-serious (performing business audits). Handy Randy is the ultimate random number software, easy to use but with features galore:

• Generate random numbers in user-specifiable ranges
• Allow or preclude duplicates from occuring
• Select random names from your entire Contact list or from any Group (e.g., pick a name of a student to do a special assignment, and, by preventing duplicates, make sure everyone gets a chance eventually)
• Select random items from lists you create on the iPhone or elsewhere - students in a class, attendees at a conference, cards in a deck, players in a fantasy league, etc.
• Draw one or multiple numbers, names, or items with each tap (e.g., "roll" four "dice" at the same time by drawing four numbers from 1-6 at a time)
• When drawing just a single winner, hide the list of previous winners and display the winner nearly full-screen, able to be viewed by, for example, an entire classroom of students
• Draw the winner by tapping a button or by shaking the unit, accompanied by a choice of sounds (e.g., drumroll, trumpet fanfare) for dramatic effect in a public setting
• Draw numbers from up to three different, non-contiguous ranges (e.g., 1-200, 350-475), either jointly or in alternation. Award random prizes in raffles or other events. 
• Display the scrollable list of winners as drawn or sorted
• Email or print the list of winners
• Choice of background colors
• Choice of sounds
• Add lists from which to pick (e.g., names of students in a class) manually, via the clipboard, via iTunes file sharing, or via download from an internet-accessible file
• Support for landscape orientation (iPad only)
• One version runs on iPhone, iPad, and M1 Macs

## Key features

- Generate random numbers in user-defined ranges
- Select random names from contacts or groups
- Pick random items from custom lists
- Allow or prevent duplicate selections
- Draw multiple items simultaneously
- Shake or tap to draw winners
- Email or print winner lists

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handy-randy/id283608109/reviews.md

### 4/5 — I really like this app

*2012-04-26*

It would be 5 star if you could manually order the items in a list.

### 1/5 — Used to work great

*2010-06-19*

This program used to work great when I first purchased it.  Now it's just a waste of money!  Did an update and the program is useless!

### 5/5 — Simple but Powerful and Useful!

*2009-02-17*

All comments aside from the pinheads who undermined this developer's efforts  by writing useless "reviews" WITHOUT EVEN LOOKING AT THE APP, this is a very elegant app. Even if it has limited and specific utility, it comes with several innovative features that can be read about in the description. The ability to draw random names from my address book was what attracted me. I love it!

### 5/5 — Teacher Perspective

*2008-10-04*

Simple to Use and was exactly what I needed. Random name generator is great when trying to select students to read, answer questions or other tasks. This keeps students on their toes because they never know who will be called next. You have a choice of allowing duplicate selections, as a result, students must continue to be aware as one's name may come up again. I use my iPhone for countless tasks when in the room, so having this app allowed me to be more efficient. Didn't like having to carry around a container with student numbers to do the same task this app does by simply pressing DRAW.

### 5/5 — Look beyond the GUI

*2008-08-02*

This app has more to offer than an easy to use GUI, it required imagination to how see how iit can be used. That seems to be beyond some of the people who rated this ;) I'm sure making it pretty to look at will increase it's appeal to some. Me I'm just happy with the functionality

## Frequently asked questions about Handy Randy

### What is Handy Randy used for?

Handy Randy is used to generate random numbers, select random names from your contacts or custom lists, and pick random items. It's versatile for games, educational assignments, raffles, and event prize drawings.

### Can Handy Randy pick multiple winners at once?

Yes, Handy Randy allows you to draw one or multiple numbers, names, or items with each tap. For example, you can draw four numbers from 1-6 simultaneously to simulate rolling four dice.

### Does Handy Randy prevent duplicate selections?

Yes, Handy Randy offers an option to allow or preclude duplicates from occurring. This ensures that when selecting names or items, each unique entry has a chance to be chosen.

### How does Handy Randy handle lists for selection?

You can add lists for Handy Randy to pick from manually, via the clipboard, iTunes file sharing, or by downloading from an internet-accessible file. This makes it easy to import names of students, conference attendees, or fantasy league players.

### What devices does Handy Randy support?

Handy Randy is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. A version is also available that runs on M1 Macs, offering broad compatibility across Apple platforms.

### How often is Handy Randy updated?

The latest version of Handy Randy is 3.4, which was last updated on March 5, 2022. This indicates a moderate update frequency, with new versions released periodically to improve functionality or compatibility.

### What is the age rating for Handy Randy?

Handy Randy has an age rating of 4+. This means it is considered suitable for children aged four and older, making it appropriate for use in educational settings or by younger users.

### Does Handy Randy have ads?

No, Handy Randy does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it provides an ad-free experience for all users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.4 — 2022-03-05

Cosmetic enhancements
Fully optimized for running on M1 Macs

### 3.3 — 2018-01-28

o Update for iPhoneX compatibility
o Some changes for some settings were not remembered under certain circumstances; fixed
o Reduced the "shake time" required to trigger a drawing by shaking the device

### 3.2 — 2015-11-09

o Restored ability to download lists for use in selection from Internet (overrode Apple's iOS 9 restriction to https downloads)
o UI tweaks on iPad for recent iOS changes
o Creating a new list with no entries could crash the app under various circumstances. Fixed.

### 3.1.2 — 2015-09-30

o iOS 9 compatibility
o Background screen color and standard sound are properly initialized to desired values
o Screen is properly laid out on first opening if iPad is in Landscape orientation

### 3.1.1 — 2014-11-20

Minor bug fix: With duplicates not allowed, after all numbers or names were drawn, if you attempted to draw anyway, the Clear button would no longer work.

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