# Color Name AR vs Random

Color Name AR and Random both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Random's written reviews are positive against 48% of Color Name AR's. Random also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 12.1). Color Name AR's advantage is ratings volume (8.3K vs 6). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Color Name AR sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Random asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Color Name AR against 4.3 for Random. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Color Name AR has 8.3K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 48% of Color Name AR's written reviews are positive against 100% of Random's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Color Name AR | Random |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (8.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/color-name-ar/id906955675/reviews)** | [4.3 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-generate-random-hex-colours/id1046225555/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **8.3K** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 48.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 58 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.1 | **8.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vlad Polyanskiy](https://appshunter.io/developer/438646985) | [Kishan Patel](https://appshunter.io/developer/806904240) |

## What reviewers say

### Color Name AR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/color-name-ar/id906955675)

Identify and discover colors with this app. It helps you choose paints, wallpaper, and decorative items by providing a vast database of color names and their visual representations. Perfect for designers, decorators, or anyone curious about color.

**Highlights:** Pantone color scheme assistant, Massive base of color names, Search and view color database, Intuitive interface, Color identification

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Mode | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Mode | $14.99 | per year |
| Pro Pack | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Accurate color identification
- 🎨 Extensive color library
- 🎨 Helpful for color-blind users
- 🎨 Useful for artists and designers
- 🎨 Integrates with other apps (e.g., Procreate)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires subscription or one-time purchase
- 🐛 Inconsistent color identification
- 🐛 Buggy and unstable performance
- 🔍 Limited functionality in free version
- 🤷‍♀️ Confusing or overwhelming color names

**Reported bugs**

- Buttons and features not working as expected
- Incorrect color identification in various lighting conditions
- Compatibility issues on certain devices
- Subscription management problems (e.g., unable to cancel)

**Requested features**

- Ability to save and manage custom color palettes
- Improved image editing and color adjustment tools
- Landscape mode support for iPad
- Zoom and pan functionality for detailed color analysis
- Color blindness mode with simplified color names


### Random

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/random-generate-random-hex-colours/id1046225555)

Generate random HEX color codes for design projects. Save your favorite colors for future reference. Future updates will include palette generation and shade adjustment.

**Highlights:** Generate random HEX colors, Display HEX values, Save favorite colors, Future palette generation, Future shade adjustment

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Color Name AR free?

Color Name AR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Random free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Color Name AR or Random?

Color Name AR is rated higher. Color Name AR averages 4.4 out of 5 from 8.3K ratings, while Random averages 4.3 from 6 ratings.

### Do Color Name AR or Random have ads?

Neither Color Name AR nor Random 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.*