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Spin the Wheel: Random Name Picker for Classrooms and Giveaways

By Bilawal Hussain · 4 November 2026 · 2 min read
Spin the Wheel: Random Name Picker for Classrooms and Giveaways

Add names or options and spin to pick a random winner, ideal for classrooms, giveaways and deciding where to eat.

Open the free Spin the Wheel →

What is the Spin the Wheel?

Add names or options and spin to pick a random winner. Great for classrooms, giveaways and decisions. It's completely free, needs no sign-up and works on any phone or computer.

Screenshot of the Spin the Wheel: Random Name Picker on ReadyToUse
The Spin the Wheel: Random Name Picker, as it looks on ReadyToUse.

Why it's helpful

Who it's for

Teachers, social media giveaway hosts, friends and families.

How to use it

  1. Type one entry per line, then press SPIN!
  2. Tick “Remove winner” to draw several winners in turn.
💡 Pro tip: Screen-record the spin for online giveaways, so followers can see it was fair.

💻 Open source: this tool is free and open source (MIT License). View the code on GitHub, download it and run it offline.

The bigger picture: Everyday

Little helpers make everyday life smoother: picking a winner, splitting a group, timing a task or making a card. They work instantly on any phone, with no app to install.

What's changing: People increasingly prefer quick web tools over installing yet another app for a one-off task.

Frequently asked questions

Is it really random?

Yes. Each spin uses a random final angle, so every entry has an equal chance.

Ready to try it?
Use the Spin the Wheel free →
No sign-up · Runs in your browser

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Bilawal Hussain
Full-stack developer in Dubai and creator of ReadyToUse: free tools that just work. Connect on LinkedIn