# Characterize vs Avatar Maker

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Avatar Maker at none against Characterize's 16. Avatar Maker also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Characterize sells 16 one-off in-app purchases. Avatar Maker asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Characterize against 4.4 for Avatar Maker. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 344 and 218 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 68% of Characterize's written reviews are positive against 72% of Avatar Maker's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Characterize | Avatar Maker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (344 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/characterize-randomize-names/id706661890/reviews) | **[4.4 (218 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avatar-maker-guys/id1187030938/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **344** | 218 |
| Positive reviews | 68.3% of reviews | **72.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 295 MB | 77 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alexander Winn](https://appshunter.io/developer/652547902) | [EDUARD ZABOROVSKIY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1165801411) |

## What reviewers say

### Characterize

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/characterize-randomize-names/id706661890)

Generate unique characters with names, traits, and stats instantly. Explore diverse categories and save your favorites for any creative project. Unlock additional themed packs for even more variety.

**Highlights:** Unlimited name generation, Rich character details (age, traits, etc.), Themed character packs, Save and share creations, Diverse character categories

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

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Heroes & Villains Generator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Wizards & Witches Generator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gods & Goddesses Generator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Anime & Manga Generator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Demons Generator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Anthros Generator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Aliens Generator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Kings, Queens, & Nobles Generator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Apocalypse Survivors Generator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Assassins Generator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Angels Generator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Demigods Generator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Dragons Generator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Fantasy Races Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Mythology Bundle | $5.99 | one-time |
| All Generators | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful for character creation
- 🚀 Great for writers and RPG players
- 💡 Lots of creative and random traits

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive, many features require purchase
- 🐛 Bugs with saving and restoring purchases
- 🔍 Limited free options

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on startup
- Issues with custom generators and editing characters
- Purchased content not unlocking properly

**Requested features**

- More free generators
- Ability to edit and customize generated characters
- Sorting and organization options for saved characters


### Avatar Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avatar-maker-guys/id1187030938)

Create custom images of boys and men with a wide range of customization options. Design characters from various styles, add accessories, and save or share your creations. Perfect for storytelling and comic strip creation.

**Highlights:** Customizable male character creation, Adjustable eyes, mouth, and hair, Variety of clothing options, Numerous accessories, Save and share creations, Create comic strips

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works wonderfully, no BS
- 👍 Best avatar making game
- 👍 Allows for creativity
- 👍 Useful for profile pictures/logos
- 👍 Good graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Primitive and unattractive
- 👎 Limited element selection
- 👎 Hair doesn't fit properly
- 👎 App lags sometimes
- 👎 Items are a bit transparent

**Reported bugs**

- Hair doesn't fit properly
- App lags sometimes
- Items are a bit transparent
- Ads are in the way
- Hair colors too light

**Requested features**

- More hair options for female characters
- Jawline selection options
- Add poses (hands)
- Add female characters
- Ability to add own shirts/hairstyles


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Characterize free?

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

### Is Avatar Maker free?

Avatar Maker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Characterize or Avatar Maker?

Avatar Maker is rated higher. Characterize averages 4.3 out of 5 from 344 ratings, while Avatar Maker averages 4.4 from 218 ratings.

### Do Characterize or Avatar Maker have ads?

Neither Characterize nor Avatar Maker shows ads.

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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.*