# Pretty Random vs Random Timer Generator

The clearest difference is rating: Pretty Random at 4.4 against Random Timer Generator's 3.8. Pretty Random also leads on ratings volume (306 vs 56). Random Timer Generator's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (83% vs 74%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pretty Random sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Random Timer Generator sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pretty Random holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pretty Random has 306 ratings behind it against 56, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 74% of Pretty Random's written reviews are positive against 83% of Random Timer Generator's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Pretty Random ships an update every 6 weeks, Random Timer Generator every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pretty Random | Random Timer Generator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (306 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pretty-random-rng/id1126199480/reviews)** | [3.8 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-timer-generator/id1621894479/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **306** | 56 |
| Positive reviews | 73.5% of reviews | **82.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 30 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [steven burnett](https://appshunter.io/developer/1027497084) | [OneUp App LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1533692452) |

## What reviewers say

### Pretty Random

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pretty-random-rng/id1126199480)

Easily generate random numbers with a simple shake of your phone. This app is perfect for various uses, from board games and classroom selections to raffles and game streaming.

**Highlights:** Shake to generate numbers, Random number generation, Board game companion, Classroom selection tool, Raffle generator, Game streaming aid

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ten new gradients | $0.99 | one-time |
| Black Lives Matters Background | $0.99 | one-time |
| Five new fonts | $0.99 | one-time |
| Premium Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and intuitive
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 💡 Shake to randomize feature
- 🎨 Sleek and colorful design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
- 🔍 Difficulty entering min/max values
- 🔍 Lack of full-screen support on iPhone X
- 🔋 Ads can be intrusive

**Reported bugs**

- Numbers sometimes outside of specified range
- Shake to randomize not always working as expected
- Ads reappearing after purchasing ad removal

**Requested features**

- Option to remember last used min/max values
- Ability to generate multiple random numbers at once
- Non-repeating number generation mode
- Support for negative numbers and decimal values


### Random Timer Generator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-timer-generator/id1621894479)

This app generates random countdown timers within a specified time range. It's versatile for games, meditation, exercise, studying, and more. Customize sounds, vibrations, and looping modes for a personalized experience.

**Highlights:** Configurable random countdowns, Adjustable time ranges (0 seconds to 24 hours), Background operation support, Customizable sound and vibration alerts, Upload custom alarm sounds, Looping mode with break periods, Progress tracking for loops

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime access | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and streamlined interface
- 👍 Works as intended for various purposes
- 👍 Customizable features
- 👍 Useful for board games and practice sessions
- 👍 Great for musicians and dog training

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Strange battery usage reported
- 🐛 Font for counts/reps is too small
- 🐛 Can't use without paying for longer timers
- 🐛 Counter freezes at random times
- 🐛 Notifications (sound/iWatch) stop working

**Reported bugs**

- App consumed most battery without usage
- Counter freezes at random times
- Notifications (sound/iWatch) stop working after a short period
- Custom sounds are cut off when looping and using breaks
- Alarm always includes vibrate, no sound alone option

**Requested features**

- Make counts/reps font bigger
- Allow setting 'active hours' for timer
- Option for 'weekdays only' timer scheduling
- Save and name various timers and settings
- Upload, delete, and select among multiple sounds


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pretty Random free?

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

### Is Random Timer Generator free?

Random Timer Generator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Pretty Random or Random Timer Generator?

Pretty Random is rated higher. Pretty Random averages 4.4 out of 5 from 306 ratings, while Random Timer Generator averages 3.8 from 56 ratings.

### Do Pretty Random or Random Timer Generator have ads?

Pretty Random shows ads; Random Timer Generator does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pretty Random or Random Timer Generator?

Pretty Random ships an update every 6 weeks, and Random Timer Generator every 2 months. Most recently, Pretty Random was updated on October 5, 2026 and Random Timer Generator on October 7, 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.*