# Genesis vs DnD Roller

The clearest difference is rating: DnD Roller at 5.0 against Genesis's 3.9. DnD Roller also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 13) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). Genesis's advantage is ratings volume (281 vs 4). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

DnD Roller holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Genesis has 281 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Genesis ships an update every 3 weeks, DnD Roller every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Genesis | DnD Roller |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (281 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genesis-world-building/id997559721/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dnd-roller/id1537456028/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **281** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 58.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 295 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alexander Winn](https://appshunter.io/developer/652547902) | [Sustainable Softworks Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/405497907) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### DnD Roller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dnd-roller/id1537456028)

This app simulates rolling various dice, including custom ones. It allows users to roll up to 10 dice simultaneously with animated effects and sounds. Designed for ease of use and a fun experience.

**Highlights:** Simulates 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, and 20-sided dice, Create custom dice, Roll up to 10 dice at once, Instant results, Roll animation and sound, Low friction and fun design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Genesis free?

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

### Is DnD Roller free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Genesis or DnD Roller?

DnD Roller is rated higher. Genesis averages 3.9 out of 5 from 281 ratings, while DnD Roller averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Genesis or DnD Roller have ads?

Neither Genesis nor DnD Roller shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Genesis or DnD Roller?

Genesis ships an update every 3 weeks, and DnD Roller every 5 days. Most recently, Genesis was updated on October 24, 2026 and DnD Roller on October 9, 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.*