# Random Timer Generator vs Random Alarms

The clearest difference is rating: Random Alarms at 5.0 against Random Timer Generator's 3.8. Random Alarms also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 83%). Random Timer Generator's advantage is ratings volume (56 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Random Timer Generator sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Random Alarms sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Random Alarms holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Random Timer Generator has 56 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of Random Timer Generator's written reviews are positive against 100% of Random Alarms's.

Random Timer Generator ships an update every 2 months, Random Alarms every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Random Timer Generator | Random Alarms |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-timer-generator/id1621894479/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-alarms/id6743171365/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **56** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 82.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 30 MB | 212 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [OneUp App LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1533692452) | [Wuhan Jingyao Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1704107947) |

## What reviewers say

### Random Timer Generator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-timer-generator/id1621894479)

This app generates random countdown timers within a specified time range. It's versatile for games, meditation, exercise, studying, and more. Customize sounds, vibrations, and looping modes for a personalized experience.

**Highlights:** Configurable random countdowns, Adjustable time ranges (0 seconds to 24 hours), Background operation support, Customizable sound and vibration alerts, Upload custom alarm sounds, Looping mode with break periods, Progress tracking for loops

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime access | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and streamlined interface
- 👍 Works as intended for various purposes
- 👍 Customizable features
- 👍 Useful for board games and practice sessions
- 👍 Great for musicians and dog training

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Strange battery usage reported
- 🐛 Font for counts/reps is too small
- 🐛 Can't use without paying for longer timers
- 🐛 Counter freezes at random times
- 🐛 Notifications (sound/iWatch) stop working

**Reported bugs**

- App consumed most battery without usage
- Counter freezes at random times
- Notifications (sound/iWatch) stop working after a short period
- Custom sounds are cut off when looping and using breaks
- Alarm always includes vibrate, no sound alone option

**Requested features**

- Make counts/reps font bigger
- Allow setting 'active hours' for timer
- Option for 'weekdays only' timer scheduling
- Save and name various timers and settings
- Upload, delete, and select among multiple sounds


### Random Alarms

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-alarms/id6743171365)

Receive occasional reminders without being tied to a specific time. This utility app provides flexible notifications for when you need them, offering a less rigid approach to staying on track.

**Highlights:** Time-independent reminders, Occasional notification prompts, Flexible scheduling, User-controlled notifications

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Custom Audio Upload | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Random Timer Generator free?

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

### Is Random Alarms free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Random Timer Generator or Random Alarms?

Random Alarms is rated higher. Random Timer Generator averages 3.8 out of 5 from 56 ratings, while Random Alarms averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Random Timer Generator or Random Alarms have ads?

Neither Random Timer Generator nor Random Alarms shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Random Timer Generator or Random Alarms?

Random Timer Generator ships an update every 2 months, and Random Alarms every 6 weeks. Most recently, Random Timer Generator was updated on October 7, 2026 and Random Alarms on October 5, 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.*