Pretty Random vs MetrizedTimer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pretty Random
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.
- Shake to generate numbers
- Random number generation
- Board game companion
- Classroom selection tool
- Raffle generator
- Game streaming aid
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A simple, beautiful random number generator. Just shake your phone and watch the numbers change! A fun use for Pretty Random is .. ⁃ board game ⁃ Random selection, even in the classroom :) ⁃ Game streaming - Raffling - Wordle choices ⁃ and many more * Please let us know of the many fun ways you use Pretty Random!
MetrizedTimer
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Visualize the real value of your time, instantly. MetrizedTimer is not just another stopwatch. It is a powerful, customizable rate-tracking timer that converts time into tangible metrics like data, distance, or environmental impact. Whether you are a freelancer tracking billable hours, a manager keeping meetings efficient, or simply looking to focus better, MetrizedTimer helps you connect time with real-world value. Key Features: - Custom Rate Tracking: Enter any rate per second, minute, or hour and watch the value accumulate in real time. - Flexible Metrics: Track currencies, distance, data volume, carbon emissions, and more. - Multiple Modes: Use count-up for open-ended tracking, count-down for set limits, or the built-in Pomodoro mode for focused work cycles. - Quick Presets: Save your most-used rates and start tracking instantly with pre-configured scenarios. Why Use MetrizedTimer? Visibility drives behavioral change. When you see the exact cost of a meeting ticking up by the cent, meetings become shorter. When you see your net freelance earnings growing in real time, you stay motivated to finish the job. Example Use Cases: - Meeting Cost: Keep corporate meetings short and efficient by tracking the combined hourly rate of all attendees. - Freelance Net Margin: Watch your earnings grow minus your overhead to stay extremely focused on billable work. - EV Range Adder: Enjoy seeing the real-time miles or kilometers added while charging your electric vehicle. - Shower Cost: Track the exact cost of water and heating down to the minute to build better personal habits. - Deep Work: Use traditional Pomodoro and time-blocking cycles to maximize your daily productivity. Transform how you value your time with MetrizedTimer.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MetrizedTimer at none against Pretty Random's 5. MetrizedTimer also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Pretty Random sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. MetrizedTimer asks for nothing beyond the download.
Pretty Random ships an update every 6 weeks, MetrizedTimer every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Pretty Random | MetrizedTimer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (306 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 73.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 306 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 30 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | steven burnett | Salman Hossain Saif |
Bugs and requests
Pretty Random
Reported bugs
3 issues- Numbers sometimes outside of specified range
- Shake to randomize not always working as expected
- Ads reappearing after purchasing ad removal
Requested features
4 requests- 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
MetrizedTimer
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Pretty Random
- Remove Ads$0.99
- Ten new gradients$0.99
- Black Lives Matters Background$0.99
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- Five new fonts$0.99
- Premium Bundle$1.99
MetrizedTimer
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Pretty Random free?
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Do Pretty Random or MetrizedTimer have ads?
Which is updated more often, Pretty Random or MetrizedTimer?
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