Comparison

Randomizer vs Random Generator 2.0

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Randomizer

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
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Randomizer allows you to take any list of options or numbers and get an instant random result. With advanced features available for speech, slideshows, sessions, sharing and more. Features: • Save Lists - Store multiple lists and quickly choose which to randomize (Pro Only) • iCloud Sync - Sync all your lists across multiple devices including Mac (Pro Only) • Share - Show your friends any result, list or all of your lists using the share sheet or drag and drop • App Intents & Shortcuts - Use Shortcuts to Randomize Lists • Import - Extensive import options using CSV, comma, pipe or new line delimited lists (Pro Only) • Advanced Settings - Randomize the entire list, speak the result, cycle through automatically with a time interval and many more features. (Pro Only) • Full iOS Support - Dark Mode, Split Screen, Widgets, Keyboard Shortcuts, VoiceOver and much more • Privacy - No data is ever stored outside of your device and with no tracking or analytics • Pay Once - No ads or subscriptions, just regular free updates with Randomizer Pro Also available as a separate download for Mac.

About

Random Generator 2.0

This toolkit offers a variety of randomization features, including number generation, list shuffling, dice rolling, and coin flips. It provides a beautiful, intuitive interface and works offline without ads or in-app purchases. It's designed to assist with decision-making and organization.

Highlights
  • Random number generator
  • List randomizer
  • Dice roller
  • Coin flip simulator
  • Password generator
  • Works offline
Features
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Random Generator 2.0 is a comprehensive toolkit for all your randomization needs. Whether you need a random number, a coin flip, dice roll, or any other random selection, this app has you covered. Features: • Random Number Generator - Generate numbers within any range - Perfect for raffles, games, or making random selections - Smart validation ensures reliable results • List Randomizer - Shuffle any list instantly - Great for team assignments, picking orders, or organizing groups - Easy to add, edit, and reorder items • Dice Roller - Virtual dice for all your gaming needs - Multiple dice types available - Clean, realistic rolling animation • Additional Tools - Coin flip simulator - Card picker - Rock, Paper, Scissors game - Random letter generator - Secure password generator - Random color picker - Date/time randomizer Key Benefits: • Beautiful, intuitive interface • No ads or in-app purchases • Works offline • Saves history of previous results • Accessibility support • Fast and responsive Whether you're a teacher organizing classroom activities, a game master running tabletop sessions, or someone who just needs help making decisions, Random Generator III is your perfect companion. Download now and let randomness make your decisions easier!

Screenshots

Randomizer4 screens
Random Generator 2.04 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Random Generator 2.0 at none against Randomizer's 1. Random Generator 2.0 also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (100% vs 81%). Randomizer's advantage is ratings volume (273 vs 1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Randomizer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Random Generator 2.0 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Random Generator 2.0 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Randomizer has 273 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Randomizer's written reviews are positive against 100% of Random Generator 2.0's.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Randomizer versus Random Generator 2.0: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRandomizerRandom Generator 2.0
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (273 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews80.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings273 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRob SammonsFrank Decker

Customer experience

Randomizer

All ratings273 ratings
Positive90.5%
Neutral5.9%
Negative3.7%
Written reviews98 reviews
Positive80.6%
Neutral10.2%
Negative9.2%

Random Generator 2.0

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Randomizer

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • 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
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  • Duplicate lists created after randomizing
  • iOS 15 compatibility issues (now fixed)
  • Second item missing from two-item lists
  • Randomization bias toward recently added items
  • List items truncated in edit view making them hard to identify

Requested features

21 requests
  • 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
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  • Randomization sessions (pick each item once before repeating)
  • Multiple results from single randomize action
  • Smaller font size options when creating lists
  • Add images to list items
  • Quick jump between lists
  • Apple Watch support
  • Handsfree/voice-activated mode for training
  • Find/search feature for large lists
  • Duplicate item detection
  • Export list option (missing in recent update)
  • Ability to name and organize lists in folders
  • Reorder items within lists
  • View randomized list layout all at once
  • Larger, more obvious randomize button
  • Chart/analytics of randomization results
  • Undo/back button for chained selections

Random Generator 2.0

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Randomizer

One-time1
  • Randomizer Pro$1.99
None

Random Generator 2.0

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Randomizer free?
Randomizer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Random Generator 2.0 free?
Random Generator 2.0 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Randomizer or Random Generator 2.0?
Random Generator 2.0 is rated higher. Randomizer averages 4.6 out of 5 from 273 ratings, while Random Generator 2.0 averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Randomizer or Random Generator 2.0 have ads?
Neither Randomizer nor Random Generator 2.0 shows ads.

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