# Randomizer vs Random Name & Team Picker

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Randomizer at 270 against Random Name & Team Picker's 4. Random Name & Team Picker's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Randomizer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Random Name & Team Picker sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Random Name & Team Picker holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Randomizer has 270 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Randomizer ships an update every 5 weeks, Random Name & Team Picker fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 3, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Randomizer | Random Name & Team Picker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (270 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/randomizer/id1006056217/reviews) | **[4.8 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-name-and-team-picker/id1668889502/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **270** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 80.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 2 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rob Sammons](https://appshunter.io/developer/659065077) | [Carl Emil Olle Skoglund](https://appshunter.io/developer/1667664501) |

## 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


### Random Name & Team Picker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-name-and-team-picker/id1668889502)

Effortlessly select random names for various scenarios like choosing a movie, restaurant, or splitting bills. It also helps in randomly forming teams for games or organizing Secret Santa gift exchanges. Simply input names and let the app handle the random selection process.

**Highlights:** Random name selection, Team formation, Secret Santa organizer, Bill splitting helper, Movie/restaurant chooser

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Random number | $0.49 | one-time |
| Secret Santa View | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pro Version | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Randomizer free?

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

### Is Random Name & Team Picker free?

Random Name & Team Picker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Randomizer or Random Name & Team Picker?

Random Name & Team Picker is rated higher. Randomizer averages 4.6 out of 5 from 270 ratings, while Random Name & Team Picker averages 4.8 from 4 ratings.

### Do Randomizer or Random Name & Team Picker have ads?

Neither Randomizer nor Random Name & Team Picker shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Randomizer or Random Name & Team Picker?

Randomizer ships an update every 5 weeks, and Random Name & Team Picker fortnightly. Most recently, Randomizer was updated on September 3, 2026 and Random Name & Team Picker on September 25, 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.*