# RANDOM.ORG vs Random

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | RANDOM.ORG | Random |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/randomorg/id641621861/reviews)** | [4.5 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-randomizer-wheel/id1435808497/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1.3K | **2.8K** |
| Positive reviews | **59.2% of reviews** | 55.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 14 MB | 96 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [RANDOM.ORG](https://appshunter.io/developer/641621864) | [Karawita Arachchige Dilanthika Eshani Kumari Karawita](https://appshunter.io/developer/1823394241) |

## What reviewers say

### RANDOM.ORG

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/randomorg/id641621861)

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.

**Highlights:** Certified true randomness, Coin flipper, Dice roller, Card shuffler, Lotto quick pick, Integer generator, List randomizer

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Card Shuffler | $0.99 | one-time |
| Integer Generator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Dice Roller | $0.99 | one-time |
| List Randomizer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lotto Quick Pick | $0.99 | one-time |
| All Randomizers | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Truly random
- 👍 Reliable and trustworthy
- 🚀 Convenient and easy to use
- 💡 Useful for various applications (music practice, gaming, decision-making)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paid features required for full functionality
- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
- 🔍 Limited customization options
- 🔍 Lack of offline functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Random number generation issues (repeating numbers, inconsistent behavior)
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
- Crashes when using certain features

**Requested features**

- 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-randomizer-wheel/id1435808497)

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.

**Highlights:** Random name generator, Coin flipper, Dice roller, List randomizer, Decision wheels, Card shuffler

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Plan No Trial | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Premium Subscription | $14.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Subscription | $24.99 | per year |
| Premium Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| REMOVE ADS | $0.99 | one-time |
| 300 COINS | $0.99 | one-time |
| 700 COINS | $1.99 | one-time |
| 1900 COINS | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium | $9.99 | one-time |
| 8200 COINS | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and entertaining
- 🚀 Highly customizable
- 💡 Great for social activities
- 🎉 Engaging game modes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and crashes after recent updates
- 💰 Excessive premium features and subscription requirements
- 🔍 Difficulty in managing and naming lists
- 📢 Intrusive ads

**Reported bugs**

- App not opening after recent update
- Keyboard blocks 'Done' button in list creation
- Inconsistent behavior in saving and restoring purchases

**Requested features**

- Add ability to name and edit lists
- Improve randomization algorithm
- Introduce dark mode option
- Provide more free game modes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RANDOM.ORG free?

RANDOM.ORG is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Random free?

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

### Which has better reviews, RANDOM.ORG or Random?

RANDOM.ORG is rated higher. RANDOM.ORG averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while Random averages 4.5 from 2.8K ratings.

### Do RANDOM.ORG or Random have ads?

Random shows ads; RANDOM.ORG does not.

### Which is updated more often, RANDOM.ORG or Random?

RANDOM.ORG ships an update every 3 months, and Random every 3 weeks. Most recently, RANDOM.ORG was updated on September 21, 2026 and Random on September 23, 2026.

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