Comparison

Pretty Random vs MetrizedTimer

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Shake to generate numbers
  • Random number generation
  • Board game companion
  • Classroom selection tool
  • Raffle generator
  • Game streaming aid
Features
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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!

About

MetrizedTimer

Features
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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.

Screenshots

Pretty Random4 screens
MetrizedTimer4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Pretty Random sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. MetrizedTimer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Pretty Random versus MetrizedTimer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPretty RandomMetrizedTimer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (306 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews73.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings306 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developersteven burnettSalman 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

5 purchases

Pretty Random

One-time5
  • 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
None

MetrizedTimer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pretty Random free?
Pretty Random is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MetrizedTimer free?
MetrizedTimer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pretty Random or MetrizedTimer have ads?
Both Pretty Random and MetrizedTimer show ads.
Which is updated more often, Pretty Random or MetrizedTimer?
Pretty Random ships an update every 6 weeks, and MetrizedTimer every 2 weeks. Most recently, Pretty Random was updated on October 5, 2026 and MetrizedTimer on October 6, 2026.

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