Comparison

Repeating Reminder vs Random Reminders

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

Head to head
About

Repeating Reminder

This app provides a simple and robust way to set repeating reminders with customizable intervals. It's ideal for tasks like interval training, kitchen timers, or regular breaks. Save up to 8 favorite settings for quick access.

Highlights
  • Customizable intervals
  • Repeat reminders indefinitely
  • Favorite settings storage (up to 8)
  • Unique color for each favorite
  • Versatile use cases (HIIT, kitchen timer, etc.)
Features
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Do you have to repeat something every so often? Then, this app may be for you. Simply set your interval, press "Start". You will get a beep every interval ... forever (well, until you "Stop" the app). There are a number of options to make the app work just right for you. Favorites * Stores "favorites" -- up to 8 * Swipe through your favorites * Each favorite has its unique color Use it for any of the following : * HIIT [other intervals -- work/rest, study/internet] * Round-the-dinner-table "debates" * Kitchen timer (my favorite! Pancakes, fried bread, rice...) * Pill reminder * Take a break from staring at your computer screen (or co-worker) * Get off your butt periodically (in the office)

About

Random Reminders

This app helps you stay motivated and productive by sending personalized notifications with custom messages, mantras, or quotes. Schedule reminders with specific start and stop times, and receive them randomly on your lock screen or Apple Watch. Enjoy offline functionality for enhanced privacy.

Highlights
  • Create custom reminders
  • Personalize titles and content
  • Set custom start and stop times
  • Random notification delivery
  • Lock screen and Apple Watch notifications
  • Offline functionality
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Looking for a way to send yourself helpful notifications? Whether you're in need of motivation, your favorite mantras, or uplifting quotes, Nudg has got you covered. Nudg injects a refreshing wave of positivity and productivity into your day. Craft custom reminders, personalizing them with your own messages, and watch as they pop up randomly throughout your day as notifications on your lock screen and even your Apple Watch. Key Features: - Create your own reminders - Custom Start and Stop times - Write custom titles and content - Multiple reminder types and icons - Pause and resume with a single tap - Offline functionality for maximum privacy __________ Nudg Pro: Unlock unlimited reminders and randomized notifications. Choose a monthly or annual subscription, or unlock Pro forever with a one-time Lifetime purchase. You can manage or cancel your subscriptions in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use: https://sandratra.com/legal/terms

Screenshots

Repeating Reminder4 screens
Random Reminders4 screens

Verdict

The call

Repeating Reminder and Random Reminders both sit at 4.3 stars, but that hides the real split: 58% of Random Reminders's written reviews are positive against 0% of Repeating Reminder's. Random Reminders also leads on ratings volume (56 vs 4) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). Repeating Reminder's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6). On price, rating, ads 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. Random Reminders sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Repeating Reminder asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Repeating Reminder against 4.4 for Random Reminders. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Random Reminders has 56 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 0% of Repeating Reminder's written reviews are positive against 58% of Random Reminders's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Repeating Reminder ships an update every 2 months, Random Reminders monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 2, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Repeating Reminder versus Random Reminders: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRepeating ReminderRandom Reminders
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (4 ratings)4.4 (56 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews58.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings456 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRudolf FernandesSandratra Razafindralambo

Customer experience

Repeating Reminder

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

Random Reminders

All ratings56 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive58.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative41.7%

In-app purchases

None

Repeating Reminder

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Random Reminders

One-time6
  • Coffee Tip$1.99
  • Burger Tip$4.99
  • Starter Upgrade$7.99
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  • Discounted Upgrade$8.99
  • Pizza Tip$9.99
  • Pro Upgrade$12.99

Questions

Is Repeating Reminder free?
Repeating Reminder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Random Reminders free?
Random Reminders is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Repeating Reminder or Random Reminders?
Random Reminders is rated higher. Repeating Reminder averages 4.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Random Reminders averages 4.4 from 56 ratings.
Do Repeating Reminder or Random Reminders have ads?
Neither Repeating Reminder nor Random Reminders shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Repeating Reminder or Random Reminders?
Repeating Reminder ships an update every 2 months, and Random Reminders monthly. Most recently, Repeating Reminder was updated on September 2, 2026 and Random Reminders on September 25, 2026.

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