Comparison

Random Number Generator. RNG vs Random

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

Head to head
About

Random Number Generator. RNG

This app provides a versatile tool for generating random numbers, letters, and making decisions. It offers various randomization features like dice rolling, coin flipping, and custom list selection. Users can also utilize widgets and Apple Watch integration for quick access to random outcomes.

Highlights
  • Number generator (0-999999999)
  • Letter generator
  • Dice roller
  • Custom list item generator
  • Coin flipper
  • Rock-Paper-Scissors
  • Widgets and Apple Watch support
Features
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Random is a simple, powerful random generator for everyday decisions, games, raffles, classrooms, testing, and quick picks. Need a number? Rolling dice? Choosing from a list? Flipping a coin? Let Random decide. Generators: • Number generator • Letter generator • Dice roller • List picker • Yes or No • Coin flipper • Card generator • Rock Paper Scissors • Random map point • Color generator • Date & time generator Presets Save your favorite generator settings as presets and reuse them anytime. Presets work across the app, widgets, Shortcuts, and Apple Watch, so your most-used randomizers are always close. Widgets Add Random widgets to your Home Screen and generate results without opening the app. Use standard widgets for quick generators or preset widgets for your saved setups. Shortcuts Run supported generators and saved presets from Apple Shortcuts for faster workflows and automation. Apple Watch Use Random on Apple Watch to generate numbers, dice, coins, cards, lists, and more from your wrist. History View recent results in one shared Recent screen. Filter by generator and manage history when you want a clean start. Fast Controls Generate new results by tapping the randomize button, pressing the Spacebar on an external keyboard, or shaking your device. Touch and hold results to copy, clear, or manage them with context menus. Random Premium Upgrade to Random Premium to unlock more powerful features: • Save and run custom presets • Import lists from files or paste from the clipboard • Sync your data across devices • Customize app tints and icons • Support indie development Subscription Information Random Premium may be available as weekly, monthly, annual, or lifetime access depending on available offers. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel subscriptions in your App Store account settings. Prices and available plans are shown in the app before purchase. Terms & Conditions: https://yahenskyi.dev/terms-conditions/ Privacy Policy: https://yahenskyi.dev/privacy-policy/

About

Random

This app provides a versatile tool for generating random selections, from shuffling names for giveaways to picking dice rolls for games. It offers multiple random features to assist with various tasks, ensuring unbiased outcomes.

Highlights
  • Random name generator
  • Coin flipper
  • Dice roller
  • List randomizer
  • Decision wheels
  • Card shuffler
Features
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Can’t decide what to eat, who goes first, or which name to pick? Let Random choose. Explore 30+ generators for everyday decisions, games, creative ideas, and more. From a quick coin flip to a wheel filled with your own choices, there’s a tool for whatever you’re deciding. TURN YOUR OPTIONS INTO AN ANSWER Add names, meals, activities, or ideas to a list and pick a random result. Spin Lucky Wheel, build a custom Super Wheel, or make your choices visual with Photo Wheel. Save your lists to use them again whenever you need them. MAKE GAME NIGHT EASY Keep dice ready in your pocket, flip a coin to settle who starts, or divide players into random teams without picking favorites. Bring everyone into the conversation with Questions, Would You Rather, and Truth or Dare. GENERATE SOMETHING NEW Choose a range for random numbers and decimals, discover a color, find a word, generate a name, or create a password. Whether you need a result for a task or a starting point for an idea, Random gives you plenty of possibilities. DO MORE IN ONE TAP Use Simultaneous to run multiple generators together. Combine the tools you need and generate their results at once. KEEP YOUR FAVORITES CLOSE Put your most used generators on your home screen for quick access. Reuse saved lists, revisit results in supported generators, and explore statistics to see how your results add up. EXPLORE MORE WITH PREMIUM Premium unlocks additional generators, more customization, and app themes. Make Random your own with more ways to create, choose, and play. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Premium is available through weekly and yearly subscriptions. Prices and any available trial are displayed in the app before purchase. Payment will be charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy https://apptonishing.cc/apps/com.apptonish.Random/privacy/ Terms and Conditions https://apptonishing.cc/apps/com.apptonish.Random/terms/

Screenshots

Random Number Generator. RNG4 screens
Random4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Random Number Generator. RNG at every 2 weeks against Random's every 5 weeks. Random Number Generator. RNG also leads on device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. Random Number Generator. RNG sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Random sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Random Number Generator. RNG against 4.5 for Random. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.3K and 2.8K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 60% of Random Number Generator. RNG's written reviews are positive against 56% of Random's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Random Number Generator. RNG ships an update every 2 weeks, Random every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 19, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Random Number Generator. RNG versus Random: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRandom Number Generator. RNGRandom
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (3.3K ratings) — better4.5 (2.8K ratings)
Positive reviews60.4% of reviews — better55.7% of reviews
Number of ratings3.3K — better2.8K
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size59 MB57 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperVolodymyr YahenskyiCharaka Karawita

Customer experience

Random Number Generator. RNG

All ratings3,305 ratings
Positive90.5%
Neutral3.9%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews230 reviews
Positive60.4%
Neutral10.4%
Negative29.1%

Random

All ratings2,814 ratings
Positive87.0%
Neutral4.3%
Negative8.7%
Written reviews97 reviews
Positive55.7%
Neutral10.3%
Negative34.0%

Bugs and requests

Random Number Generator. RNG

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Random

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App not opening after recent update
  • Keyboard blocks 'Done' button in list creation
  • Inconsistent behavior in saving and restoring purchases

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add ability to name and edit lists
  • Improve randomization algorithm
  • Introduce dark mode option
  • Provide more free game modes

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Random Number Generator. RNG

Subscriptions7
  • Monthly plan3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Monthly plan$2.991 Month
  • Monthly plan$4.991 Month
Show 4 more
  • Weekly plan$4.997 Days
  • Annual plan7 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Yearly plan7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Annual plan$29.991 Year
One-time3
  • Remove ads$4.99
  • Lifetime. One-time purchase$35.99
  • Lifetime plan$59.99
14 purchases

Random

Subscriptions8
  • Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Plan No Trial$4.997 Days
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$9.991 Year
Show 5 more
  • Premium Subscription3 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Premium Subscription$24.991 Year
  • Premium Subscription3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Premium Subscription3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time6
  • REMOVE ADS$0.99
  • 300 COINS$0.99
  • 700 COINS$1.99
Show 3 more
  • 1900 COINS$4.99
  • Premium$9.99
  • 8200 COINS$19.99

Questions

Is Random Number Generator. RNG free?
Random Number Generator. RNG is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Random free?
Random is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Random Number Generator. RNG or Random?
Random Number Generator. RNG is rated higher. Random Number Generator. RNG averages 4.6 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while Random averages 4.5 from 2.8K ratings.
Do Random Number Generator. RNG or Random have ads?
Neither Random Number Generator. RNG nor Random shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Random Number Generator. RNG or Random?
Random Number Generator. RNG ships an update every 2 weeks, and Random every 5 weeks. Most recently, Random Number Generator. RNG was updated on October 19, 2026 and Random on October 19, 2026.

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