# Popsicle Sticks: Teacher Picks

> Random Name Picker

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1139826444](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1139826444)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1139826444`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Neil Daly
- **Category:** Education
- **Rating:** 4.60 / 5 (1,299 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.4.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-17
- **First published:** 2016-09-03
- **Size:** 57 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-20
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/popsicle-sticks-teacher-picks/id1139826444)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://neildalyteacher.com/psprivacypolicy](https://neildalyteacher.com/psprivacypolicy)

## Description

Popsicle Sticks: Teacher Picks is a classroom-friendly randomizer that replaces physical popsicle sticks. It lets you randomly select students with a precise Random Bar, create random groups, and reorder lists for attendance or activities.

In addition to selection and grouping, the suite includes a Grade Calculator, Mentl for mental math, Digital Dabble, Rad Roll Call, Tournament Builder, and Scored Discussion, with export options (including Excel) and an upgrade to Popsicle Sticks Unlimited for unlimited access.

## Rankings

- #49,366 — Overall

## Review summary

Overall, users praise the app for its strong random name picker and grouping capabilities, especially for large classes, plus features like color-coded groups, auto-save, and tournament mode. However, frequent concerns include paid upgrades limiting features, difficulty deleting students or clearing classes, and reliability issues with CSV imports and random selections. Name pronunciation inaccuracies and accessibility considerations also appear. Some users note good developer responsiveness. The app is valued for classroom management, but reliability and monetization frustrations are common.

### Pros

- Reliable random name picker and grouping tools that simplify classroom activities.
- Supports large classes and multiple classes effectively.
- Color-coded groupings and an auto-save feature improve workflow.
- Tournament mode and birthday reminders add practical classroom management value.
- Responsive developer support, including help with CSV import issues.

### Cons

- Premium features are locked behind a paywall, requiring upgrades for more than basic use.
- Difficult to delete students or clear old classes; not intuitive to manage roster.
- CSV import and cross-platform reliability issues; crashes during import.
- App can crash during random selections or generating lists.
- Pronunciation of names is imperfect and voice customization is limited.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1139826444)