RANDOM.ORG vs Random
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RANDOM.ORG
Generate certified true random numbers and use various randomizing tools. This app provides a coin flipper, dice roller, card shuffler, lotto quick pick, integer generator, and list randomizer, all powered by atmospheric noise for high-quality randomness.
- Certified true randomness
- Coin flipper
- Dice roller
- Card shuffler
- Lotto quick pick
- Integer generator
- List randomizer
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All randomness wasn't created equal. This app offers certified true randomness, generated with atmospheric noise and independently approved by several testing labs. (See sample certificate from eCOGRA.) You can use our randomizers for free and without ads in this official app. If you would like to support our free services, you can do so by making a donation through our website: https://www.random.org/donate - Coin Flipper with 100 different coins from Ancient Rome to 27 modern currencies - Dice Roller to roll up to six regular dice in one go - Card Shuffler to shuffle playing cards and draw them one at a time - Lotto Quick Pick with more than 170 lotteries from all around the world - Integer Generator to generate true random numbers in configurable intervals - List Randomizer to create and randomize your own lists of items RANDOM.ORG was founded in 1998 and generates certified true randomness from atmospheric noise, which for many purposes is better than the pseudo-random numbers typically used in computer programs. Our mission is the generate the highest quality true randomness and make it available to the world in useful forms.
Random
This app provides a versatile tool for generating random selections, from shuffling names for giveaways to picking dice rolls for games. It offers multiple random features to assist with various tasks, ensuring unbiased outcomes.
- Random name generator
- Coin flipper
- Dice roller
- List randomizer
- Decision wheels
- Card shuffler
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Are you looking for a random shuffler, color picker, name generator, or password maker app? You can also flip a coin or roll a dice for your favorite board games. Random is a simple and versatile tool for making decisions and generating random results. Whether you want to shuffle names for a giveaway or pick a random item from a list, this app provides reliable and easy-to-use features. Versatile Multipurpose Random Generator A complete randomization app designed to help with everyday decisions. Use decision wheels, list randomizers, team selectors, coin flips, card shuffling, and more. Multiple Random Options Reduce bias and ensure fairness with consistent random results. Use the spinner wheel and other tools to make unbiased selections. This app uses a pseudorandom generator to provide consistent and fair outcomes. Download Random and start using it today! SIGN UP FOR PREMIUM NOW! WHAT YOU GET WITH PREMIUM - Access to all premium generators - Remove all ads - Themes * 1-week Subscription (4.99 USD) * 1-year Subscription (24.99 USD) For other currencies, the price corresponds to the same price tier on the App Store Pricing Matrix. * Subscription payments will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of your purchase. * Subscriptions will automatically renew and payment will be charged to your iTunes account unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. The cost of the renewal depends on your Subscription Plan. Our standard Subscription Plans are: Terms and Conditions: https://appworldnew2.wordpress.com/terms-and-conditions/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: RANDOM.ORG at none against Random's shown. RANDOM.ORG also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Random's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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
Both are free to download. RANDOM.ORG sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Random sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for RANDOM.ORG against 4.5 for Random. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.3K and 2.8K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 59% of RANDOM.ORG's written reviews are positive against 56% of Random's.
RANDOM.ORG ships an update every 3 months, Random every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RANDOM.ORG | Random |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (1.3K ratings) — better | 4.5 (2.8K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 59.2% of reviews — better | 55.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1.3K | 2.8K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 96 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | RANDOM.ORG | Karawita Arachchige Dilanthika Eshani Kumari Karawita |
Customer experience
RANDOM.ORG
Random
User reviews
RANDOM.ORG
From 1.3K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Truly random
- 👍 Reliable and trustworthy
- 🚀 Convenient and easy to use
- 💡 Useful for various applications (music practice, gaming, decision-making)
Room to improve
- 💰 Paid features required for full functionality
- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
- 🔍 Limited customization options
- 🔍 Lack of offline functionality
Random
From 2.8K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Fun and entertaining
- 🚀 Highly customizable
- 💡 Great for social activities
- 🎉 Engaging game modes
Room to improve
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes after recent updates
- 💰 Excessive premium features and subscription requirements
- 🔍 Difficulty in managing and naming lists
- 📢 Intrusive ads
Bugs and requests
RANDOM.ORG
Reported bugs
3 issues- Random number generation issues (repeating numbers, inconsistent behavior)
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
- Crashes when using certain features
Requested features
5 requests- Ability to paste long lists for randomization
- Support for multiple types of dice and dice rolling
- Customizable default settings
- Offline mode or local data storage
- Improved list management (sorting, reordering, etc.)
Random
Reported bugs
3 issues- App not opening after recent update
- Keyboard blocks 'Done' button in list creation
- Inconsistent behavior in saving and restoring purchases
Requested features
4 requests- Add ability to name and edit lists
- Improve randomization algorithm
- Introduce dark mode option
- Provide more free game modes
In-app purchases
RANDOM.ORG
- Card Shuffler$0.99
- Integer Generator$0.99
- Dice Roller$0.99
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- List Randomizer$0.99
- Lotto Quick Pick$0.99
- All Randomizers$2.99
Random
- Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Weekly Plan No Trial$4.997 Days
- Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$9.991 Year
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- Premium Subscription3 Days trial$14.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Premium Subscription$24.991 Year
- Premium Subscription3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Premium Subscription3 Days trial$39.991 Year
- REMOVE ADS$0.99
- 300 COINS$0.99
- 700 COINS$1.99
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- 1900 COINS$4.99
- Premium$9.99
- 8200 COINS$19.99
Questions
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