# Random Factory vs Random

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Random Factory at 100% against Random's 56%. Random Factory also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.9 vs 4.5). Random's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (2.8K vs 61). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Random Factory sells 1 one-off in-app purchase 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.

Random Factory holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Random has 2.8K ratings behind it against 61, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Random Factory's written reviews are positive against 56% of Random's.

Random Factory ships an update every 5 months, Random every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 15, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Random Factory | Random |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (61 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-factory/id1375400575/reviews)** | [4.5 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-randomizer-wheel/id1435808497/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 61 | **2.8K** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 55.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 5 MB | 96 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [INNOAUS KOREA INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1027280802) | [Karawita Arachchige Dilanthika Eshani Kumari Karawita](https://appshunter.io/developer/1823394241) |

## What reviewers say

### Random Factory

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-factory/id1375400575)

Generate random PINs, numbers within a specified range, and secure passwords. Create randomized lists and reorder items with ease. This utility app offers diverse random generation options for various needs.

**Highlights:** Generate random PINs, Generate numbers within a range, Create random passwords, Randomize lists and order items, Uses RAINPASS algorithm, No stored results

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Donation | $0.99 | one-time |


### Random

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-randomizer-wheel/id1435808497)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Plan No Trial | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Premium Subscription | $14.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Subscription | $24.99 | per year |
| Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| REMOVE ADS | $0.99 | one-time |
| 300 COINS | $0.99 | one-time |
| 700 COINS | $1.99 | one-time |
| 1900 COINS | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium | $9.99 | one-time |
| 8200 COINS | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and entertaining
- 🚀 Highly customizable
- 💡 Great for social activities
- 🎉 Engaging game modes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and crashes after recent updates
- 💰 Excessive premium features and subscription requirements
- 🔍 Difficulty in managing and naming lists
- 📢 Intrusive ads

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Random Factory free?

Random Factory 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 Factory or Random?

Random Factory is rated higher. Random Factory averages 4.9 out of 5 from 61 ratings, while Random averages 4.5 from 2.8K ratings.

### Do Random Factory or Random have ads?

Random shows ads; Random Factory does not.

### Which is updated more often, Random Factory or Random?

Random Factory ships an update every 5 months, and Random every 3 weeks. Most recently, Random Factory was updated on August 15, 2026 and Random on September 23, 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.*