Comparison

Random Name Selector Pro vs I Spell

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

Head to head
About

Random Name Selector Pro

This app helps teachers manage classrooms by randomly selecting students for participation. It allows for group creation, exclusion of specific students, and customization of selection parameters. Features like animated graphics, sound effects, and data backup enhance engagement and usability.

Highlights
  • Random student selection
  • Create and manage student groups
  • Exclude students from selection
  • Import student lists
  • Customizable selection limits
  • Cloud backup and sync
  • Animated graphics and themes
Features
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A Fun, classroom management tool, designed for Teachers, that will engage and entertain students. Simply create one or more groups (a Class or Group of Students). Add students to those groups. The App will then randomly select students from the highlighted group. All names will be displayed before a name is displayed for a second time. Features: • Call on your students in a different order every time. • If you want to exclude a Student/s from the selection, simply turn them off in the settings screen. This can be particularly useful for any absentees. • You can delete and edit Groups / Group member names easily inside the app. • The number of Students / Groups is limited only by the amount of free space on your device. • Use a FREE Dropbox account to backup and “Sync” your Groups/Group members with your other devices. You can even use the same Groups/Group members in our “Random Team Selector Pro” app (separate purchase). • If you have a lot of Groups/Group Members to define you can even import them from a text or CSV file. • The teacher can determine how many times any single name can be displayed. This avoids the problem of students “switching off” once their name has been selected once. • This is a Universal App for iPhone and iPad. • The Animated Graphics and multiple themes make the whole experience a pleasure and keep things fresh for the students. You can even create your own backgrounds. • Sound effects and background music help make the app more engaging but can also be switched ON/OFF individually as required. • You can apply a “Passcode” to access the settings screen. • Need to know where you are in the selection process. We have added a display option that shows the number of names drawn and the number of names remaining in the particular selection process. • Provide Feedback to the Developers directly from within the App….let us know how we can make it better. • Share with your friends on Facebook or Twitter from within the App. We value your feedback. Many of the features above are the direct result of Teacher feedback. If you have any ideas of ways the app can be improved we would love to hear them. Also, if you want to report a bug please use the “Email Support” button inside the app, or email us directly at support@edtechmonster.com We will always get back to you.

About

I Spell

This app helps early learners build spelling confidence through a hands-on "Word Builder" method. It focuses on essential vocabulary, offering audio-to-letter matching and visual guides to make constructing words an engaging puzzle. Parents can track progress and identify words needing extra practice.

Highlights
  • Hands-on Word Builder method
  • Audio-to-letter matching
  • Visual dash guides
  • Smart Assist with hints
  • Progress tracking for parents
  • Learning and Practice modes
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Build spelling confidence letter by letter! I Spell helps early learners transition from recognizing words to constructing them with ease. By focusing on everyday, high-utility vocabulary, we turn spelling mechanics into an engaging, low-pressure puzzle that builds lasting literacy skills. HOW IT WORKS Using a hands-on "Word Builder" method, children learn through tactile, step-by-step assembly: Audio-to-Letter Matching: Children hear a word, select the right letters, and place them on the line. Visual Dash Guides: Dash outlines show exactly how many letters are needed, providing instant structural support. Smart Assist: Help is just a tap away! Tapping the hint button first removes all unused letters from the keyboard. Tapping it again highlights the correct letters sequentially—ensuring children get the support they need while keeping them in charge of building the word. Gentle Guidance: The app encourages retries without pressure, allowing kids to replay audio at any time. TRACK PROGRESS WITH EASE Stay connected to your child's learning journey. Parents receive clear insights, including: Custom Mastery Goals: Adjust settings to match your child’s unique learning pace. Smart Review: Easily identify specific words that need extra practice or a little more time. Progress Visibility: A clear, high-level view of mastered vocabulary over time. WHY FAMILIES LOVE IT Hands-on Loop: Hear it, choose it, build it. Two Simple Modes: Switch between Learning Mode for steady progression and Practice Mode for retention. Calm & Focused: A low-pressure space designed to encourage careful thought over fast clicking. Confidence Booster: Helps children smoothly shift from "I'm trying" to "I've got this." The warm, effective way for kids to master spelling one letter at a time.

Screenshots

Random Name Selector Pro4 screens
I Spell4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: I Spell at 100% against Random Name Selector Pro's 42%. I Spell also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.6) and ads (none vs shown). Random Name Selector Pro's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs paid) and ratings volume (30 vs 3). 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

Random Name Selector Pro costs $4.99 and I Spell $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

I Spell holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Random Name Selector Pro has 30 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of Random Name Selector Pro's written reviews are positive against 100% of I Spell's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Random Name Selector Pro ships an update every 5 months, I Spell every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Random Name Selector Pro versus I Spell: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRandom Name Selector ProI Spell
Price$4.99$4.99
Rating3.6 (30 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews42.4% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings30 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size190 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEDTECH MONSTER LIMITEDPreeti Kancharla

Customer experience

Random Name Selector Pro

All ratings30 ratings
Positive53.3%
Neutral20.0%
Negative26.7%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive42.4%
Neutral15.2%
Negative42.4%

I Spell

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Random Name Selector Pro

No in-app purchases

None

I Spell

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Random Name Selector Pro free?
Random Name Selector Pro costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is I Spell free?
I Spell costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Random Name Selector Pro or I Spell?
I Spell is rated higher. Random Name Selector Pro averages 3.6 out of 5 from 30 ratings, while I Spell averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Random Name Selector Pro or I Spell have ads?
Random Name Selector Pro shows ads; I Spell does not.
Which is updated more often, Random Name Selector Pro or I Spell?
Random Name Selector Pro ships an update every 5 months, and I Spell every 2 months. Most recently, Random Name Selector Pro was updated on October 24, 2026 and I Spell on October 29, 2026.

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