# Random Selector vs Name Picker Random

The clearest difference is rating: Name Picker Random at 4.6 against Random Selector's 2.0. Name Picker Random also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 10 months) and review sentiment (50% vs 33%). Random Selector's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Name Picker Random sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Random Selector asks for nothing beyond the download.

Name Picker Random holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Name Picker Random has 51 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Random Selector's written reviews are positive against 50% of Name Picker Random's.

Random Selector ships an update every 10 months, Name Picker Random every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Random Selector | Name Picker Random |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-selector/id645850758/reviews) | **[4.6 (51 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/name-picker-random/id6478257761/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **51** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 40 MB | 104 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HITACHI VANTARA VIETNAM CO., LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1460083908) | [Bro Dots Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1119379227) |

## What reviewers say

### Random Selector

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-selector/id645850758)

Easily select random numbers within a specified range or pick random items from a customizable list. It also includes a fun guessing game based on randomized characters.

**Highlights:** Random number generation, Random item selection from lists, List syncing via iTunes, Direct list editing, Character guessing game

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Name Picker Random

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/name-picker-random/id6478257761)

Effortlessly select names from lists with advanced randomization for fair decision-making. This app offers a fun and simple way to assign tasks, pick winners, or settle disputes with various game modes.

**Highlights:** Effortless name input, Advanced randomization algorithms, Fair selection for tasks and winners, Multiple game modes (Claw Machine, Hunt, Sweepstakes), User-friendly interface, Suitable for all ages

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Features | $1.99 | one-time |
| VIP | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Random Selector free?

Random Selector is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Name Picker Random free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Random Selector or Name Picker Random?

Name Picker Random is rated higher. Random Selector averages 2.0 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Name Picker Random averages 4.6 from 51 ratings.

### Do Random Selector or Name Picker Random have ads?

Name Picker Random shows ads; Random Selector does not.

### Which is updated more often, Random Selector or Name Picker Random?

Random Selector ships an update every 10 months, and Name Picker Random every 2 months. Most recently, Random Selector was updated on September 25, 2026 and Name Picker Random on October 4, 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.*