# Simply Random vs Random Number Generator

The clearest difference is update cadence: Random Number Generator at monthly against Simply Random's every 4 months. Random Number Generator also leads on ratings volume (25 vs 7) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Simply Random sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Random Number Generator sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Simply Random against 4.9 for Random Number Generator. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 25 respectively.

Simply Random ships an update every 4 months, Random Number Generator monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simply Random | Random Number Generator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simply-random/id1567997185/reviews)** | [4.9 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-number-generator-rng/id6444014018/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 7 | **25** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 7 MB | 112 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cole Duclos](https://appshunter.io/developer/1567997187) | [SHPAVDA, TOO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1779139180) |

## What reviewers say

### Simply Random

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simply-random/id1567997185)

Generate random numbers with customizable minimum and maximum values. Set an optional delay for suspense. This utility is perfect for games, decision-making, and random selections.

**Highlights:** Customizable min and max numbers, Optional delay time, Dark mode, Random selection utility, Decision making tool

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


### Random Number Generator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-number-generator-rng/id6444014018)

This tool generates integers or real numbers within a specified range and quantity. It offers customizable decimal precision, generation history, and a favorites list for easy recall. The app features a user-friendly interface with light and dark theme options.

**Highlights:** Generate integers and real numbers, Customizable range and quantity, Set decimal precision, Generation history, Save to favorites, Light and dark themes

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Ad-Free | $0.99 | per month |
| Yearly Ad-Free | $7.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simply Random free?

Simply Random is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Random Number Generator free?

Random Number Generator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Simply Random or Random Number Generator?

Simply Random is rated higher. Simply Random averages 5.0 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Random Number Generator averages 4.9 from 25 ratings.

### Do Simply Random or Random Number Generator have ads?

Both Simply Random and Random Number Generator show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Simply Random or Random Number Generator?

Simply Random ships an update every 4 months, and Random Number Generator monthly. Most recently, Simply Random was updated on September 17, 2026 and Random Number Generator on September 27, 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.*