# Random Selector vs Genesis

The clearest difference is rating: Genesis at 3.9 against Random Selector's 2.0. Genesis also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 10 months) and review sentiment (58% vs 33%). Random Selector's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 13) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Genesis sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Random Selector asks for nothing beyond the download.

Genesis holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Genesis has 281 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 58% of Genesis's.

Random Selector ships an update every 10 months, Genesis every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Random Selector | Genesis |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-selector/id645850758/reviews) | **[3.9 (281 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genesis-world-building/id997559721/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **281** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **58.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 40 MB | 295 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) | [Alexander Winn](https://appshunter.io/developer/652547902) |

## 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


### Genesis

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genesis-world-building/id997559721)

Instantly generate unlimited story elements, characters, creatures, weapons, and entire worlds for writers and RPG creators. Explore vast galaxies or detailed towns with endless random possibilities. Save and share your creations for free.

**Highlights:** Generate characters, creatures, weapons, and worlds, Build entire solar systems and galaxies, Create towns, civilizations, and technologies, Detailed creations with names and specifics, Expand with exclusive content bundles, Save and share creations

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Tier (Monthly) | $5.99 | per month |
| Religions Generator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Fantasy Cultures Generator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Continents & Islands Generator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Fantasy Creatures Generator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medieval Towns Generator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Countries & Nations | $0.99 | one-time |
| Wars Generator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Alien Creatures Generator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Fantasy Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Worldbuilding Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |
| All Genesis Generators | $11.99 | one-time |
| All Generators | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Helpful for writing and world-building
- 👍 Detailed information in generators
- 🚀 Generates ideas quickly

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive to unlock all features
- 🔒 Locked content behind paywall
- 🐛 Glitchy saved entries
- 🤔 Contradictory or unrealistic results

**Reported bugs**

- Purchased content not unlocking
- Saved entries disappearing or duplicating
- Crashes on launch or usage

**Requested features**

- Ability to edit or rename saved entries
- More free generators and customization options
- Character and world-building tools
- Ability to mix and match generated content


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Random Selector free?

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

### Is Genesis free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Random Selector or Genesis?

Genesis is rated higher. Random Selector averages 2.0 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Genesis averages 3.9 from 281 ratings.

### Do Random Selector or Genesis have ads?

Neither Random Selector nor Genesis shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Random Selector or Genesis?

Random Selector ships an update every 10 months, and Genesis every 3 weeks. Most recently, Random Selector was updated on October 11, 2026 and Genesis on October 6, 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.*