# Random Name  Selector Starter vs Visual Timer for Kids

The clearest difference is rating: Visual Timer for Kids at 4.5 against Random Name  Selector Starter's 2.7. Visual Timer for Kids also leads on review sentiment (72% vs 38%) and ratings volume (1.5K vs 53). Random Name  Selector Starter's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Visual Timer for Kids sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Random Name  Selector Starter asks for nothing beyond the download.

Visual Timer for Kids holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Visual Timer for Kids has 1.5K ratings behind it against 53, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of Random Name  Selector Starter's written reviews are positive against 72% of Visual Timer for Kids's.

Random Name  Selector Starter ships an update every 4 months, Visual Timer for Kids every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Random Name  Selector Starter | Visual Timer for Kids |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.7 (53 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-name-selector-starter/id1106259286/reviews) | **[4.5 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visual-timer-for-kids/id1537955071/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 53 | **1.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 38.5% of reviews | **72.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 71 MB | 94 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [EDTECH MONSTER LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/686934052) | [Natalia Jakubczyk-Gajewska](https://appshunter.io/developer/1307515292) |

## What reviewers say

### Random Name  Selector Starter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-name-selector-starter/id1106259286)

This tool helps teachers and groups randomly select names from created lists. It allows for excluding participants and offers animated graphics and sound effects for an engaging experience. The starter edition has limitations on groups and names, with an option to upgrade.

**Highlights:** Random name selection from groups, Exclude participants from selection, Animated graphics and sound effects, Universal app for iPhone and iPad, Direct user feedback option, Share selections on social media

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Visual Timer for Kids

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visual-timer-for-kids/id1537955071)

This app helps children understand the concept of time by visually revealing a picture as a countdown progresses. It's designed to reduce stress and arguments around tasks, making routines like homework or brushing teeth more engaging and manageable for kids.

**Highlights:** Visual countdown timer with picture reveal, 200+ kid-friendly pictures, Customizable background images and music, Personalize with own photos, Works in background with alerts, Reduces time pressure and arguments

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Premium Subscription | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Timer for Kids Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Premium Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month Premium Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Premium Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Special Offer - 1 Year | $19.00 | per year |
| 3 Months Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| 1 Year Premium Subscription | $24.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| 6 Months Premium Subscription | $39.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year Premium Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app
- 👍 Awesome app
- 👍 Excellent tool to motivate
- 👍 Works well for kids on the spectrum
- 👍 Appealing visual and audio timer

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Wish there was more
- 🔒 Keine brauchbare Funktionen ohne bezahlen
- 🔒 It is a pretty good app with one annoying feature
- 🔒 I do not see an option for anything more than one minute
- 🔒 Sad

**Reported bugs**

- Sound doesn't work
- App crashes

**Requested features**

- More app icon choices
- Free way of watching an ad or something to get at least a second character
- Automatic starting of the timer at the designated time with the picture covered
- Option for anything more than one minute


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Random Name  Selector Starter free?

Random Name  Selector Starter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Visual Timer for Kids free?

Visual Timer for Kids is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Random Name  Selector Starter or Visual Timer for Kids?

Visual Timer for Kids is rated higher. Random Name  Selector Starter averages 2.7 out of 5 from 53 ratings, while Visual Timer for Kids averages 4.5 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do Random Name  Selector Starter or Visual Timer for Kids have ads?

Neither Random Name  Selector Starter nor Visual Timer for Kids shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Random Name  Selector Starter or Visual Timer for Kids?

Random Name  Selector Starter ships an update every 4 months, and Visual Timer for Kids every 6 weeks. Most recently, Random Name  Selector Starter was updated on October 7, 2026 and Visual Timer for Kids on October 14, 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.*