Comparison

Original Dream Dictionary vs Random Word Device

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

Head to head
About

Original Dream Dictionary

Features
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The ORIGINAL Dream Dictionary! You'll want to keep this handy app by your bedside at all times. It includes a huge listing of items that could appear in your dreams and gives you the definition of what those items might mean to you in your waking world. Happy Dreams! NOTE: This is a dictionary, not a dream "interpreter".

About

Random Word Device

Generate random words for games and creative prompts with a customizable interface. Choose from themed word packs and fine-tune selections for any occasion, from party games to writing inspiration.

Highlights
  • 21 themed word packs
  • Customizable word selection
  • Adjustable difficulty levels
  • Light/dark mode
  • Accent color customization
  • Chrome dial button style
Features
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Random Word Device is a random word generator that feels like a sleek pocket gadget—not another cluttered utility. Press the dial, watch the display roll to the next pick, and run your night from a focused device. 21 word packs Choose from 21 themed packs and mix them however you like. There’s a broad General bank plus vocabulary and party-game sets—Charades, Pictionary, Pictionary Advanced, Catchphrase, Famous People, Movies, Places, Nouns, Verbs, Adjectives, Food & Drink, Animals, Sports & Games, Music & Instruments, Science & Nature, Occupations, History & Mythology, Technology, Emotions & Feelings, and Around the House—so you can tune the shuffle for family game night, sketch games, acting prompts, or creative writing. Fine-grained control Turn whole packs on or off from the Words tab, then open any pack to toggle individual words—perfect when you want to drop a clue someone always guesses or keep the list appropriate for your group. In Settings, enable or disable Easy, Medium, Hard, and Extreme so the pool matches the room. Optional upcoming word preview helps hosts queue the next round without slowing play. Make it yours Set appearance to light, dark, or match the system. Pick an accent color—green, orange, ice, magenta, or amber—for that terminal-meets-hardware vibe. Prefer a more machined control? Turn on the chrome dial button style. Simple navigation Shuffle for play, Words to curate packs and entries, Settings for behavior and look—everything stays minimal and readable. Ways to use it Charades and drawing games, Catchphrase-style guessing, icebreakers, writing prompts, classroom warm-ups, freestyle raps, or any time you need a fair random word without digging through lists. If you want a compact gadget on your phone that respects your attention—customizable, party-ready, and fun—that’s Random Word Device.

Screenshots

Original Dream Dictionary3 screens
Random Word Device4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Random Word Device at none against Original Dream Dictionary's shown. Random Word Device also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 4 months). Original Dream Dictionary's advantage is iOS requirement (13.1 vs 15.1). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Original Dream Dictionary ships an update every 4 months, Random Word Device every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Original Dream Dictionary versus Random Word Device: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOriginal Dream DictionaryRandom Word Device
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.1 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB35 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperIncelligence, Inc.Jeffrey Leary

In-app purchases

None

Original Dream Dictionary

No in-app purchases

None

Random Word Device

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Original Dream Dictionary free?
Original Dream Dictionary is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Random Word Device free?
Random Word Device is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Original Dream Dictionary or Random Word Device have ads?
Original Dream Dictionary shows ads; Random Word Device does not.
Which is updated more often, Original Dream Dictionary or Random Word Device?
Original Dream Dictionary ships an update every 4 months, and Random Word Device every 9 days. Most recently, Original Dream Dictionary was updated on November 7, 2026 and Random Word Device on October 31, 2026.

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