Random Picker
Can’t decide? Our random picker makes the choice for you. Type in your options, spin the barrel, and go with whatever it lands on. Use it for big decisions, small ones, or anything in between. It’s free, it takes a few seconds, and it works on your phone.
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How to use the random picker
- Type up to six choices into the boxes. You can replace the ones already there.
- Press “Spin the barrel.”
- Wait for the barrel to stop. The choice on the front is your pick.
Your list is saved on your own device, so it will be there the next time you visit.
Why let a barrel choose?
When two options feel equally good, thinking harder rarely helps. A random pick settles it quickly, and nobody has to be the one who decided. Many people also find that the moment the barrel stops, they know whether they’re happy with the result.
Ideas for what to use it for
- Who goes first in a game
- Gift ideas when you’re stuck
- Team or group assignments
- Which show to watch or which game to play
- Anything else you can’t decide
Tips for getting the most out of it
- Only add choices you’d be happy with. Then every result is a good one.
- Keep the list short and clear. Six choices is plenty.
- Let everyone add one. The result feels fair to the whole group.
Questions people ask
Is the random picker free?
Yes. There’s nothing to pay and nothing to sign up for.
What can I use it for?
Anything you can type into six boxes.
Is the result really random?
Yes. Each choice has an equal chance on every spin.
Does it work on my phone?
Yes. It’s made to work on phones, tablets, and computers.
Can I change the choices?
Yes. Type over any box and the barrel updates right away.
More from Barrel of Fun
Try the Restaurant Picker for tonight’s dinner, the Movie Picker for movie night, or the Chore Picker to settle who does what. You can also visit the Barrel of Fun home page to see them all.