# Randomizer vs Pickster

The clearest difference is rating: Randomizer at 4.6 against Pickster's 3.3. Randomizer also leads on review sentiment (81% vs 44%) and ratings volume (270 vs 62). Pickster's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Randomizer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Pickster sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Randomizer holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 270 and 62 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Randomizer's written reviews are positive against 44% of Pickster's.

Randomizer ships an update every 5 weeks, Pickster every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Randomizer | Pickster |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (270 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/randomizer/id1006056217/reviews)** | [3.3 (62 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pickster/id1055947478/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **270** | 62 |
| Positive reviews | **80.9% of reviews** | 43.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 2 MB | 95 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rob Sammons](https://appshunter.io/developer/659065077) | [Tom Soderling](https://appshunter.io/developer/955364124) |

## What reviewers say

### Randomizer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/randomizer/id1006056217)

Easily randomize any list of options or numbers to get instant results. Offers advanced features like speech output, slideshows, and session management. Save, sync, and share your randomized lists across devices.

**Highlights:** Save and store multiple lists, Sync lists across devices via iCloud, Share results, lists, or all lists, Integrate with App Intents and Shortcuts, Import lists from CSV and other formats, Advanced randomization settings, Full iOS support including Dark Mode and VoiceOver

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Randomizer Pro | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and intuitive user interface
- 🚀 Fast and responsive performance
- 💾 Ability to save and manage multiple lists
- 🎨 Customizable color options
- 📥 Import/export functionality (CSV, Excel)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Items randomly disappear from lists
- 🐛 Poor randomization algorithm (repeats items too frequently)
- ❌ No auto-save functionality
- ❌ Difficult list management and navigation
- ❌ Limited editing capabilities for list items

**Reported bugs**

- Items disappear from lists without explanation
- Poor randomization algorithm repeats items excessively
- Text clears when attempting to correct spelling mid-entry
- Lists not auto-saving when switching apps
- iPad modal window doesn't cover full screen

**Requested features**

- Keyword search within lists
- Ignore 'the' article in alphabetical ordering
- Quick save button for edits without overwriting
- Combine and randomize multiple lists simultaneously
- Default to 'Your Lists' screen on app launch


### Pickster

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pickster/id1055947478)

This app simplifies random name selection, mimicking a "draw from a hat" experience digitally. It offers customizable drawing modes, easy list management, and a new winner page for sharing results with fanfare. Supports multiple lists via a one-time purchase.

**Highlights:** Random name selection, Customizable drawing modes, Screenshot-friendly winner page, Multiple list creation (in-app purchase), Paste text to create lists, Quick Add Widget, Auto-alphabetize or custom ordering

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Multi-List Feature | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Randomizer free?

Randomizer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Pickster free?

Pickster is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Randomizer or Pickster?

Randomizer is rated higher. Randomizer averages 4.6 out of 5 from 270 ratings, while Pickster averages 3.3 from 62 ratings.

### Do Randomizer or Pickster have ads?

Neither Randomizer nor Pickster shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Randomizer or Pickster?

Randomizer ships an update every 5 weeks, and Pickster every 2 months. Most recently, Randomizer was updated on October 7, 2026 and Pickster on September 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*