Comparison

RANDOM.ORG vs Random

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Certified true randomness
  • Coin flipper
  • Dice roller
  • Card shuffler
  • Lotto quick pick
  • Integer generator
  • List randomizer
Features
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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.

About

Random

Features
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Ready to spice up your day with some random excitement? Meet Random, your go-to app for generating all sorts of random stuff! Whether you're making decisions, playing games, or just need a little spontaneity in your life, Genetaros has got your back. With Random, you can generate all sorts of random things with just a tap. Need a number for a quick decision? We've got you covered. Want a random letter or emoji? No problem. Roll some dice, flip a coin, or play a round of Rock Paper Scissors to add a bit of fun to your day. Genetaros is your friendly companion for when you need a little spontaneity. Download now and embrace the randomness! Genetaros: - Number - Finger Chooser - Letter - Custom lists and items - Dice roller - Yes or No - Coin flipper - Cards - Emojis - Point in the map - Color - Date & Time - Rock paper scissors

Screenshots

RANDOM.ORG4 screens
Random4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: RANDOM.ORG at 15.0 against Random's 26.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.ORG sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Random sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RANDOM.ORG ships an update every 3 months, Random every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
RANDOM.ORG versus Random: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRANDOM.ORGRandom
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (1.3K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews59.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.3K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRANDOM.ORGBruno Pistarino

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

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

RANDOM.ORG

One-time6
  • Card Shuffler$0.99
  • Integer Generator$0.99
  • Dice Roller$0.99
Show 3 more
  • List Randomizer$0.99
  • Lotto Quick Pick$0.99
  • All Randomizers$2.99
1 purchases

Random

One-time1
  • Random+$2.99

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.
Do RANDOM.ORG or Random have ads?
Neither RANDOM.ORG nor Random shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RANDOM.ORG or Random?
RANDOM.ORG ships an update every 3 months, and Random every 5 months. Most recently, RANDOM.ORG was updated on October 9, 2026 and Random on September 11, 2026.

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