# NameWheel.org — Free Name Picker Wheel

> NameWheel (namewheel.org) is a free random name picker wheel with five spin modes and a verifiable fairness lab. Built for teachers, streamers, HR teams, event hosts, and anyone who needs a fair random pick. No account is needed to spin; cloud saving and the PRO tier are optional.

**Built by:** NameWheel is designed, built and maintained by Abd Shanti, an independent developer. It is one of 21 live products in his portfolio at https://unknown.ps, every one of them built in-house.

## What is NameWheel?

NameWheel is a browser-based spinning wheel that randomly selects a name or item from a user-provided list. You type names (or import them from a CSV, a Google Sheet, or let AI Fill write the list), press spin, and the wheel picks a winner using crypto.getRandomValues with a cinematic canvas animation. Results appear in a full-screen winner popup with confetti or one of ten cinematic PRO effects. Built with HTML5 Canvas and vanilla JavaScript, no frameworks.

## Core Features

The complete, always-current feature reference lives at https://namewheel.org/features (every spin mode, all 19 sounds, all 11 winner effects, free vs PRO, and pricing).


- **Name Picker Wheel**: Add unlimited names, spin to pick a random winner
- **Eliminate Mode**: Removes each winner after their spin and keeps going until one name survives
- **Teams Mode**: Randomly splits all names into 2, 3, 4, or 5 equal teams in one click — great for teachers doing group assignments
- **Weighted Entries** (PRO): Add `:N` after any name (like `Alice:3`) and that entry holds N raffle tickets instead of one; the slice grows so the advantage stays visible to everyone
- **AI Fill**: Describe the list you need (like icebreakers for a shy team) and the wheel writes 8 to 30 entries itself; three free fills a month, one hundred a day on PRO
- **CSV Import**: Upload a .csv or .txt file to load names in bulk
- **Clipboard Paste**: Paste comma or newline-separated names in one click
- **Settings Panel**: 7 color themes (Midnight and Sunset are PRO), spin duration, 11 tick sounds, 8 win sounds, 11 winner effects, hide names, custom winner message, duplicate prevention, auto spin
- **Fullscreen Spin**: Dramatic fullscreen mode with ambient glow and physics-based bounce
- **Share Link**: Encodes name list in the URL so you can bookmark or share your exact setup
- **Privacy**: No account is needed to spin; names reach the server only when you sign in and save a wheel to your private dashboard

## Modes

- **Normal**: Pick a winner, keep all names for the next spin
- **Eliminate**: Each spin removes the winner and the wheel runs until one survivor remains
- **Teams**: Each spin drops the landed name into the next group, so the room watches the sorting happen
- **Tally**: Nobody leaves the wheel; every landing scores a point on a board and the race runs to any target
- **Bracket** (PRO): Names are seeded into head to head matchups and winners advance round by round until a champion is crowned

## TrueSpin™ Certified Spins (verified wheel spins)

NameWheel is the first wheel spinner whose draws can be independently verified. A certified spin works like this:
1. Before the wheel moves, the server seals a secret seed and publishes its SHA-256 fingerprint (the commitment)
2. The host's browser contributes its own entropy; the winner is computed from both, so neither side alone controls the outcome
3. The spin is recorded as a produced 720p video with live sound and the proof link on every frame
4. The record is signed with NameWheel's published Ed25519 key and the hosted video is hashed byte for byte
5. The proof page at namewheel.org/v/CODE lets any viewer re-run the math in their own browser: commitment check, winner recomputation, video hash check

Records are permanent and cannot be edited or deleted by the host or by NameWheel. Proof pages also disclose every certified draw the host has started against the same entry list, including ones started and never published, which exposes selective re-spinning. A draw with a single attempt is labelled as such. Pricing: first hosted video free (with a NameWheel outro); PRO includes unlimited clean videos in 16:9 and vertical 9:16 at $9.99 a month, $49 a year, or a $99 lifetime Founder licence. Verification itself is never paywalled. The full byte-level protocol specification is public at https://namewheel.org/truespin-spec and an open source reference verifier (Python and Node, standard library only) is at https://github.com/namewheel/truespin-verifier — anyone can recompute any draw offline. Details: https://namewheel.org/verified-wheel-spin

Two further guarantees were added in August 2026:
- **Bitcoin anchoring**: once a day every certified draw record hash is written into a dated manifest and timestamped into the Bitcoin blockchain through OpenTimestamps. The manifests and their .ots proof files are public at https://namewheel.org/api/anchors, so anyone can prove a draw record existed, byte for byte, no later than the day it was anchored. Proof pages are also submitted to the Internet Archive, so an archived copy exists outside NameWheel's servers.
- **Entry list freeze**: a host can lock the entry list before entries close. The list is hashed with SHA-256 and published with a server timestamp at namewheel.org/f/CODE. When the certified spin later runs with that exact list, the proof page links back to the freeze automatically. Because the link is content addressed, changing a single entry breaks the match, so a host cannot quietly swap names between the deadline and the draw.

## NameWheel in AI Assistants (MCP Server)

NameWheel runs as a free remote MCP (Model Context Protocol) server at https://mcp.namewheel.org/mcp (Streamable HTTP). Add that address to Claude, Cursor, VS Code, Claude Code, Codex, Windsurf or Gemini CLI and the assistant gets 8 tools:

- **spin_wheel**: picks one or more winners with a cryptographic random number generator; in apps that support MCP Apps the NameWheel wheel spins to the result inside the chat
- **make_teams**: random teams or groups of a set size
- **open_wheel_link**: a namewheel.org link with the names already loaded
- **verify_draw**: recomputes any certified draw and checks its commitment and Ed25519 signature
- **check_plan**: limits for the connection
- **certified_draw**, **freeze_list**, **my_draws**: TrueSpin certified draws with a public proof page, frozen entry lists and the account's draw history (free NameWheel account, connected by OAuth or an API key)

Without an account: 30 calls a minute and 500 a day per connection, up to 500 names per wheel. A free account allows up to 20 certified draws in any 24 hours. The server is open source (MIT) at https://github.com/namewheel/mcp and also runs locally over stdio. Setup guide, live demo and copyable prompts: https://namewheel.org/mcp

NameWheel is also a published ChatGPT plugin (since 20 October 2026): add it from the ChatGPT plugin directory, connect a free NameWheel account with a key, and ChatGPT can pick names, make teams and run certified draws with the wheel spinning in the chat. Guide and 16 prompts: https://namewheel.org/chatgpt

## Who Uses NameWheel?

- **Teachers**: Pick a random student for questions, rewards, or team assignments
- **Streamers**: Run live giveaways on Twitch, YouTube, or TikTok
- **HR teams**: Prize draws, random team assignments, lunch pickers
- **Event hosts**: Raffle winners at parties, corporate events, fundraisers
- **Wedding planners**: Seating charts, game hosts, surprise pickers
- **Developers**: Testing random selection UIs

## Pages

- [Home — Name Picker Wheel](https://namewheel.org/): Main spinning wheel app
- [Verified Wheel Spin](https://namewheel.org/verified-wheel-spin): Certified random draws with video proof — outcome locked by NameWheel's TrueSpin engine (a commit and reveal protocol) before the spin, recorded with sound, published to a permanent proof page where anyone can re-run the math
- [NameWheel MCP Server](https://namewheel.org/mcp): Use NameWheel inside Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, VS Code and other AI assistants: a free remote MCP server at https://mcp.namewheel.org/mcp with 8 tools (fair random picks with the wheel shown in the chat, random teams, wheel links, draw checks, and TrueSpin certified draws with a public proof page on a free account). Open source at https://github.com/namewheel/mcp
- [NameWheel Plugin for ChatGPT](https://namewheel.org/chatgpt): The published NameWheel plugin for ChatGPT: install it, connect a free NameWheel account with a key, and ChatGPT picks names fairly, makes random teams and runs TrueSpin certified draws with the wheel shown in the chat. Setup steps, 16 prompts to copy, limits and fixes.
- [Every Feature Explained](https://namewheel.org/features): The complete feature reference — all five modes, 19 sounds, 11 effects, free vs PRO, and pricing
- [Classroom Wheel](https://namewheel.org/classroom): Optimized for teachers picking students
- [Giveaway Wheel](https://namewheel.org/giveaway): For streamers and prize draws
- [Yes No Wheel](https://namewheel.org/yes-no-wheel): Simple yes/no decision spinner
- [Random Name Picker](https://namewheel.org/random-name-picker): Pure random name selection page
- [Embed Generator](https://namewheel.org/embed): Embed the wheel on any website for free
- [For Streamers](https://namewheel.org/for-streamers): Twitch/YouTube wheel with OBS browser source support
- [For Zoom & Remote Meetings](https://namewheel.org/for-zoom): Random name picker for virtual classrooms and meetings
- [Random Team Generator](https://namewheel.org/random-team-generator): Split any group into random balanced teams
- [Truth or Dare Wheel](https://namewheel.org/truth-or-dare-wheel): Spinning wheel for truth or dare games
- [Decision Wheel](https://namewheel.org/decision-wheel): Spin to make any decision — what to watch, buy, do
- [What to Eat Wheel](https://namewheel.org/what-to-eat-wheel): Food decision spinner for couples, families, and offices
- [Number Wheel](https://namewheel.org/number-wheel): Random number generator wheel with custom ranges
- [Wheel of Names Alternative](https://namewheel.org/wheel-of-names): NameWheel as a Wheel of Names alternative — comparison page
- [Date Night Wheel](https://namewheel.org/date-night-wheel): Spinning wheel with 85 date ideas across 7 categories — helps couples stop arguing about plans
- [Secret Santa Generator](https://namewheel.org/secret-santa-generator): Cryptographically random Secret Santa pairing with exclusion rules and shareable reveal links
- [Movie Picker](https://namewheel.org/movie-picker): Random movie picker with 160 curated films across 8 genres and a genre spinner mini wheel
- [Bingo Caller](https://namewheel.org/bingo-caller): Online bingo number caller supporting 75-ball, 90-ball, and custom ranges with voice announcements
- [Bingo Card Generator](https://namewheel.org/bingo-card-generator): Free printable bingo cards: 75-ball cards with a free centre, UK 90-ball tickets in strips of six that use 1 to 90 once, or custom word bingo; 1 to 300 unique numbered cards with a game code for checking winners
- [Seating Chart Generator](https://namewheel.org/seating-chart-generator): Free random classroom seating charts in rows, pairs, groups of 3 to 6 or a horseshoe, with keep-apart and front-seat rules; prints on one page, names stay in the browser
- [OBS Wheel Overlay](https://namewheel.org/obs-wheel): Transparent spinning wheel overlay for OBS Studio and Streamlabs, built from one link: names, title, winner label, sound, winner removal and a spin trigger (key or click, the scene going live, or the source loading); names stay after the # and are never sent to a server
- [Marble Race Name Picker](https://namewheel.org/marble-race-name-picker): Race up to 100 names as marbles; the full finishing order is drawn with a Fisher and Yates shuffle on crypto.getRandomValues before the race, so lane position gives no advantage; live leaderboard, podium, full ranked order, optional MP4 or WebM recording made in the browser
- [Developer API](https://namewheel.org/developers): Free random API with no key and open CORS: /api/v1/pick (weights as Name:3), /api/v1/shuffle, /api/v1/teams and /api/v1/numbers, 60 requests a minute; plus certified draws with an API key (commit and reveal, Ed25519 signed records)
- [Google Meet and Teams Name Picker](https://namewheel.org/google-meet-teams-name-picker): Paste a Google Meet, Microsoft Teams or Zoom participant list or drop the attendance CSV (UTF-16 Teams files included); hosts, roles, emails, times and duplicates are removed in the browser, then the names spin on a fair wheel
- [Fundraiser Raffle Drawing](https://namewheel.org/fundraiser-raffle-drawing): Raffle ticket number drawing for church, school and community fundraisers: ticket ranges sold, unsold tickets left out, a prize list drawn in order without repeats, printable results, and a 50/50 raffle calculator
- [Word Generator](https://namewheel.org/word-generator): Random word generator with 8 categories including ESL vocab, Pictionary prompts, and story starters
- [Icebreaker Wheel](https://namewheel.org/icebreaker-wheel): 28 icebreaker activities across 5 categories for team meetings, onboarding, and virtual sessions
- [Team Building Wheel](https://namewheel.org/team-building-wheel): 30 team building activities for in-person, remote, and competitive formats
- [Employee Recognition Wheel](https://namewheel.org/employee-recognition-wheel): 30 employee recognition ideas from free shoutouts to tangible rewards and peer-to-peer recognition
- [Templates Gallery](https://namewheel.org/templates): Ready-made spinning wheel templates for sports, geography, pop culture, food, and lifestyle decisions
- [About NameWheel](https://namewheel.org/about): Our story, founder, mission
- [Blog](https://namewheel.org/blog): Tutorials, guides, use cases
- [Privacy Policy](https://namewheel.org/privacy): Full data policy in plain English
- [Terms of Service](https://namewheel.org/terms): Plain-English terms
- [Coin Flip Wheel](https://namewheel.org/coin-flip-wheel): A spin-the-wheel take on the classic coin toss for quick heads-or-tails decisions
- [Dice Roller Wheel](https://namewheel.org/dice-wheel): Roll a random die on a wheel for games, classrooms, and tabletop nights
- [Letter Wheel](https://namewheel.org/letter-wheel): Random A to Z letter picker for word games, spelling, and ESL warm-ups
- [Prize Wheel](https://namewheel.org/prize-wheel): Free online prize wheel for events, booths, and giveaways
- [How NameWheel Works](https://namewheel.org/how-it-works): The randomness method in plain terms, Web Crypto and why names stay on your device
- [Contact](https://namewheel.org/contact): Reach the maker, report a bug, or ask about school licensing
- [Wheel of Names Unblocked](https://namewheel.org/wheel-of-names-unblocked): A free name wheel that loads on school Chromebooks and locked-down networks, with guidance for teachers on getting it allowlisted
- [Pokemon Type Wheel](https://namewheel.org/pokemon-type-wheel): Spin a random type from all 18 for mono-type runs, Nuzlocke rules, randomizer challenges, and type matchup quizzes

## Common Questions

**Is NameWheel free?**
Yes. The wheel, all five spin modes, every template, and verification of any certified draw are free with no account. PRO ($9.99 a month, $49 a year, or a $99 one time Founder licence) adds your logo on the wheel, weighted entries, unlimited saved wheels, bracket mode, and unlimited clean certified videos.

**Do I need an account to use it?**
No. You can open namewheel.org, type names, and spin immediately. An account is only needed to save wheels to a dashboard or to run a certified spin, because a certified draw has to be recorded against an identity for the proof to mean anything.

**Is the wheel actually random?**
Yes. Spins use the browser's crypto.getRandomValues, which is a cryptographically secure random source, not Math.random. The Fairness Lab at namewheel.org/fairness lets anyone run thousands of spins and inspect the distribution themselves, and namewheel.org/how-it-works documents the method.

**How can a viewer prove a giveaway draw was not rigged?**
Run it as a TrueSpin certified spin. The server publishes a SHA-256 commitment to its secret seed before the wheel moves, the browser adds its own entropy, and the winner is derived from both. The spin is recorded to video with the proof code on every frame, and anyone can recompute the result at namewheel.org/v/CODE, or offline with the open source verifier at github.com/namewheel/truespin-verifier. NameWheel is the only wheel spinner that offers this.

**What stops a host from spinning repeatedly until a friend wins?**
Each proof page discloses every certified draw that host started against the same entry list, published or not, which makes selective re-spinning visible. A host can also freeze the entry list before entries close, and every record is anchored into Bitcoin daily, so records cannot be quietly edited or deleted afterwards, not even by NameWheel.

**Can teachers use it to pick students?**
Yes, this is the most common use. namewheel.org/classroom is built for it: type or paste a class list, spin on the projector, and turn on duplicate prevention so the same student is not picked twice in a row. Teams mode splits a class into groups in one click. No account, no ads on the wheel itself, and names stay in the browser unless the teacher signs in and saves a wheel.

**Does it work on a projector, Chromebook, or interactive whiteboard?**
Yes. It runs in any modern browser with no install, has a fullscreen mode built for classroom displays, and works on Chromebooks, iPads, and interactive whiteboards.

**Can I put the wheel on my own website?**
Yes, the embed generator at namewheel.org/embed produces a free iframe snippet. The free embed carries a small NameWheel credit; PRO removes it and puts your own logo in the wheel hub.

**Can I use it live on Twitch or YouTube?**
Yes. namewheel.org/for-streamers and namewheel.org/streaming cover OBS browser source setup. Certified spins produce both a 16:9 video and a vertical 9:16 cut for Reels, Shorts, and TikTok.

**Do my names get uploaded anywhere?**
No, not unless you choose to. Names stay in your browser while you spin. They only reach the server if you sign in and save a wheel to your private dashboard, or run a certified spin, where the entry list is part of the published proof by design.

**How is NameWheel different from Wheel of Names?**
NameWheel has no ads on the wheel, five spin modes instead of one, and is the only spinner where a draw can be independently verified afterwards with video proof, a published protocol, and an open source verifier. A side by side comparison is at namewheel.org/blog/wheel-of-names-vs-namewheel.

**Is there an API?**
The public read endpoints are open: namewheel.org/api/draw/CODE returns any certified draw record as JSON, namewheel.org/api/freeze/CODE returns a frozen entry list, namewheel.org/api/anchors lists the daily Bitcoin anchor manifests, and namewheel.org/api/draw-key serves the Ed25519 public key used to sign records.

## For Teachers

NameWheel's largest group of users is teachers, and the classroom pages are built around what actually happens in a room full of students:
- **Random student picker**: namewheel.org/classroom. Paste a class list once, spin on the board. Duplicate prevention stops the same student being called twice in a row, which is the single most common complaint about random pickers.
- **Group and team assignment**: Teams mode splits the class into 2 to 5 balanced groups in one click, and the room watches the sorting happen instead of hearing the teacher decide.
- **Subject and warm-up rotation**: namewheel.org/school-subjects-wheel for study rotation and lesson warm-ups.
- **Icebreakers**: namewheel.org/icebreaker-wheel for in-person sessions and namewheel.org/for-zoom for remote classes, so nobody has to volunteer first.
- **Grouping the class**: how to split students into groups fairly, seven methods compared, and how to run the draw live so the class accepts the result (namewheel.org/blog/how-to-group-students)
- **Practical guides**: picking students without anxiety or accusations of favouritism (namewheel.org/blog/random-student-picker), using it inside Google Classroom (namewheel.org/blog/name-picker-google-classroom), a Kahoot alternative for random selection (namewheel.org/blog/kahoot-alternative-random-picker), and ten classroom uses (namewheel.org/blog/classroom-wheel-spinner-for-teachers).

Teachers do not need an account, there is no ad on the wheel itself, and student names never leave the browser unless the teacher signs in and saves a wheel deliberately.

## Wheel Templates

- [NFL Teams Wheel](https://namewheel.org/nfl-wheel): All 32 NFL teams on one wheel for fantasy, predictions, and game selection
- [NBA Teams Wheel](https://namewheel.org/nba-wheel): All 30 NBA teams on one wheel for fantasy basketball, pools, and trivia
- [US States Wheel](https://namewheel.org/us-states-wheel): All 50 US states for geography class, road trip planning, and trivia
- [Countries Wheel](https://namewheel.org/countries-wheel): All 195 countries for travel planning, geography trivia, and education
- [Harry Potter House Wheel](https://namewheel.org/harry-potter-house-wheel): Sorting wheel for Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, and Slytherin — HP parties and fan events
- [Zodiac Signs Wheel](https://namewheel.org/zodiac-wheel): All 12 zodiac signs for horoscope roulette, party games, and astrology trivia
- [Random Color Wheel](https://namewheel.org/random-color-wheel): 20 colors for art challenges, design decisions, outfit planning, and nail color selection
- [Baby Names Wheel](https://namewheel.org/baby-names-wheel): 50 popular baby names for expecting parents, baby shower games, and character naming
- [Pizza Toppings Wheel](https://namewheel.org/pizza-wheel): 16 toppings for settling pizza night debates and challenge combinations
- [Minecraft Challenge Wheel](https://namewheel.org/minecraft-wheel): 12 Minecraft challenges for solo runs, content creators, and multiplayer events
- [MLB Teams Wheel](https://namewheel.org/mlb-wheel): All 30 MLB teams for fantasy baseball, bracket pools, and random team selection
- [NHL Teams Wheel](https://namewheel.org/nhl-wheel): All 32 NHL teams including Utah Hockey Club for fantasy hockey and playoff pools
- [Premier League Wheel](https://namewheel.org/premier-league-wheel): All 20 EPL clubs for Fantasy Premier League, match predictions, and soccer trivia
- [Disney Movies Wheel](https://namewheel.org/disney-movies-wheel): 40 Disney Animation and Pixar classics for family movie night selection
- [Marvel Heroes Wheel](https://namewheel.org/marvel-wheel): 25 iconic MCU heroes for who-would-win debates, costume picking, and trivia nights
- [Pokemon Wheel](https://namewheel.org/pokemon-wheel): All 151 original Gen 1 Pokemon for Nuzlocke runs, random team building, and trivia
- [European Countries Wheel](https://namewheel.org/european-countries-wheel): All 44 sovereign states of Europe for travel planning, geography class, and trivia
- [World Cuisines Wheel](https://namewheel.org/world-cuisines-wheel): 20 world cuisines for settling dinner debates, cooking challenges, and themed dinner parties
- [MLS Teams Wheel](https://namewheel.org/mls-wheel): All 29 MLS clubs for fantasy soccer, prediction pools, and match selection
- [World Capitals Wheel](https://namewheel.org/world-capitals-wheel): 50 world capitals from every continent for geography games, classroom quizzes, and travel planning
- [Star Wars Characters Wheel](https://namewheel.org/star-wars-wheel): 25 iconic Star Wars characters from all trilogies and The Mandalorian for who-would-win debates, costume picking, trivia nights, and film selection
- [Workout Wheel](https://namewheel.org/workout-wheel): 30 exercises across cardio, strength, core, and flexibility for circuit training, gym challenges, and group fitness sessions
- [Chore Wheel](https://namewheel.org/chores-wheel): 24 household chores across kitchen, living areas, bedroom, bathroom, and outdoor for fair chore assignment to kids, roommates, and families
- [Friends Characters Wheel](https://namewheel.org/friends-wheel): 20 characters from the TV show Friends including all 6 main cast members and 14 fan-favorite recurring characters for trivia, costumes, and rewatch challenges
- [TV Shows Wheel](https://namewheel.org/tv-shows-wheel): 30 acclaimed TV shows across drama, comedy, sci-fi, crime, and action genres for picking what to watch instead of scrolling streaming services
- [Music Genres Wheel](https://namewheel.org/music-genres-wheel): 24 music genres grouped as Pop and Rock (Pop, Rock, Alternative Rock, Indie, Classic Rock, Punk), Urban and Electronic (Hip-Hop, R&B, Electronic, House, Techno, Lo-Fi), Roots and World (Jazz, Blues, Country, Reggae, Latin, Afrobeats), and Specialty (Classical, Metal, K-Pop, Soul, Folk, Funk) for listening challenges, DJ sets, music class activities, and genre exploration
- [Cocktails Wheel](https://namewheel.org/cocktails-wheel): 24 cocktails for adults 21+ grouped as Classic Cocktails (Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Negroni, Martini, Whiskey Sour, Daiquiri), Rum and Tropical (Mojito, Pina Colada, Dark and Stormy, Mai Tai, Cuba Libre, Rum Punch), Vodka and Gin (Moscow Mule, Cosmopolitan, Espresso Martini, Gin and Tonic, Tom Collins, Aperol Spritz), and Brunch and Light (Mimosa, Bloody Mary, Bellini, Paloma, Margarita, Champagne Cocktail) for parties, home bartending, cocktail nights, and date nights
- [Book Genres Wheel](https://namewheel.org/book-genres-wheel): 20 book genres for reading challenges, book club selection, and genre exploration including Fantasy, Thriller, Biography, and Memoir
- [Anime Wheel](https://namewheel.org/anime-wheel): 25 legendary anime series across Classic Shonen, Modern Blockbusters, Psychological/Thriller, and Romance/Drama/Isekai for picking your next series and settling watch order debates
- [Board Games Wheel](https://namewheel.org/board-games-wheel): 24 board games across Classic, Modern Strategy, Party, and Cooperative/Mystery categories for settling game night arguments without a committee vote
- [Random Activities Wheel](https://namewheel.org/random-activities-wheel): 30 activities across indoor solo, indoor group, outdoor solo, outdoor group, and creative categories for when boredom hits and no one can decide what to do
- [Video Games Wheel](https://namewheel.org/video-games-wheel): 25 iconic video games across action/adventure, shooter, RPG, creative/indie, and sports/classic genres for picking what to play instead of scrolling your library for an hour
- [Desserts Wheel](https://namewheel.org/desserts-wheel): 24 desserts from classic American bakes to European pastries, world sweets, and frozen treats for baking challenges, dinner party planning, and dessert menu decisions
- [Hobbies Wheel](https://namewheel.org/hobbies-wheel): 30 hobbies across creative, outdoor/active, social/games, and learning/growth categories for finding a new hobby, beating boredom, and breaking out of the same daily routine
- [Travel Destinations Wheel](https://namewheel.org/travel-wheel): 30 incredible travel destinations across Europe, Americas, Asia, Africa, and Oceania for vacation planning, group trip selection, and bucket list decision-making
- [Halloween Costumes Wheel](https://namewheel.org/halloween-costumes-wheel): 24 Halloween costume ideas across classic horror, pop culture, and spooky/mythological categories for last-minute decisions, group costume assignments, and party games
- [K-Pop Wheel](https://namewheel.org/kpop-wheel): 20 iconic K-Pop acts across 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generations plus solo artists including BTS, BLACKPINK, EXO, TWICE, aespa, NewJeans, and more for discography discovery and fan activities
- [Fast Food Wheel](https://namewheel.org/fast-food-wheel): 24 fast food chains across Burger Joints (McDonald's, Burger King, Wendy's, Five Guys, In-N-Out, Shake Shack, Whataburger, Culver's), Chicken Spots (Chick-fil-A, KFC, Popeyes, Wingstop, Raising Cane's, Zaxby's), Pizza and Mexican (Pizza Hut, Domino's, Taco Bell, Chipotle, Papa John's, Little Caesars), and Sandwiches and More (Subway, Panera Bread, Arby's, Sonic) for settling group dinner debates, road trip planning, and office lunch decisions
- [DC Characters Wheel](https://namewheel.org/dc-wheel): 25 iconic DC characters across Justice League Core (Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Aquaman, Cyborg, Green Lantern), Extended Heroes (Nightwing, Green Arrow, Black Canary, Shazam, Hawkgirl, Martian Manhunter, Zatanna), Iconic Villains (Joker, Lex Luthor, Harley Quinn, Darkseid, The Riddler, Deathstroke, Brainiac), and Antiheroes (Catwoman, Constantine, Deadshot, Swamp Thing) for trivia nights, costume assignments, and who-would-win debates
- [School Subjects Wheel](https://namewheel.org/school-subjects-wheel): 20 school subjects across Core Academic (Math, English, Science, History, Physical Education), STEM (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, Environmental Science), Arts and Electives (Art, Music, Drama, Foreign Language, Psychology), and Social Sciences (Geography, Economics, Government, Sociology, Philosophy) for student study rotation, classroom warm-ups, homeschool lesson planning, and trivia games
- [Card Games Wheel](https://namewheel.org/card-games-wheel): 24 card games across Classic Card Games (Poker, Blackjack, Bridge, Rummy, Solitaire, Go Fish, War, Crazy Eights), Party Card Games (Uno, Skip-Bo, Phase 10, Spot It, Exploding Kittens, Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza), Trick-Taking Games (Spades, Hearts, Euchre, Cribbage), and Trading Card Games (Magic: The Gathering, Pokemon TCG, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Hearthstone, Lorcana, Flesh and Blood) for game night selection and learning new games
- [Breakfast Wheel](https://namewheel.org/breakfast-wheel): 24 breakfast foods across Classic American (Pancakes, Waffles, French Toast, Scrambled Eggs, Bacon and Eggs, Breakfast Sandwich), Healthy Start (Oatmeal, Smoothie Bowl, Avocado Toast, Greek Yogurt Parfait, Chia Pudding, Overnight Oats), Brunch Favorites (Eggs Benedict, Shakshuka, Belgian Waffle, Breakfast Burrito, Quiche, Smoked Salmon Bagel), and International Breakfast (Full English Breakfast, Croissant and Jam, Congee, Chilaquiles, Aloo Paratha, Tamago Gohan) for morning meal decisions and weekly meal planning
- [Game of Thrones Wheel](https://namewheel.org/got-wheel): 25 GOT characters across House Stark (Jon Snow, Arya Stark, Sansa Stark, Ned Stark, Robb Stark, Bran Stark), House Lannister (Cersei, Jaime, Tyrion, Tywin Lannister, Joffrey Baratheon, Margaery Tyrell), Daenerys's Court (Daenerys Targaryen, Viserys Targaryen, Jorah Mormont, Missandei, Grey Worm, Daario Naharis), and Others (Petyr Baelish, Varys, Melisandre, Stannis Baratheon, The Night King, Tormund Giantsbane, Samwell Tarly) for trivia nights, rewatch games, and fan debates
- [Olympic Sports Wheel](https://namewheel.org/olympic-sports-wheel): 24 Olympic disciplines across Track and Field (100m Sprint, Marathon, High Jump, Long Jump, Shot Put, Pole Vault), Aquatics (Swimming, Diving, Water Polo, Artistic Swimming, Rowing, Canoe Sprint), Team Sports (Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, Field Hockey, Handball, Rugby Sevens), and Combat and Gymnastics (Boxing, Wrestling, Judo, Weightlifting, Artistic Gymnastics, Taekwondo) for Olympics viewing guides, trivia, and prediction games
- [Flower Wheel](https://namewheel.org/flowers-wheel): 24 flowers across Classic Garden (Rose, Tulip, Daisy, Sunflower, Lavender, Lily), Exotic and Tropical (Orchid, Bird of Paradise, Hibiscus, Protea, Heliconia, Plumeria), Spring Blooms (Cherry Blossom, Daffodil, Hyacinth, Peony, Magnolia, Wisteria), and Wild and Cottage (Poppy, Wildflower Mix, Sweet Pea, Foxglove, Cornflower, Chamomile) for bouquet building, garden planning, wedding flowers, and art prompts
- [Dog Breeds Wheel](https://namewheel.org/dog-breeds-wheel): 24 dog breeds across Popular Family Dogs (Labrador Retriever, Golden Retriever, French Bulldog, German Shepherd, Beagle, Poodle), Small Breeds (Chihuahua, Dachshund, Shih Tzu, Pomeranian, Yorkshire Terrier, Bichon Frise), Working and Sport (Border Collie, Siberian Husky, Rottweiler, Doberman Pinscher, Australian Shepherd, Belgian Malinois), and Gentle Giants (Great Dane, Saint Bernard, Bernese Mountain Dog, Newfoundland, Irish Wolfhound, Great Pyrenees) for choosing your next dog, breed trivia, and settling family debates
- [Greek Gods Wheel](https://namewheel.org/greek-gods-wheel): 24 Greek mythological figures across the Twelve Olympians (Zeus, Hera, Poseidon, Demeter, Athena, Apollo, Artemis, Ares, Aphrodite, Hephaestus, Hermes, Dionysus), the Underworld and Beyond (Hades, Persephone, Eros, Hestia, Hypnos, Thanatos), and Heroes and Titans (Hercules, Achilles, Odysseus, Perseus, Cronus, Prometheus) for mythology trivia, creative naming, classroom study, and who-would-win debates
- [Random Animal Wheel](https://namewheel.org/animal-wheel): 24 animals across African Savanna (Lion, Elephant, Giraffe, Zebra, Cheetah, Hippopotamus), Forest and Mountains (Wolf, Brown Bear, Tiger, Snow Leopard, Red Fox, Moose), Ocean and Rivers (Dolphin, Great White Shark, Octopus, Sea Turtle, Blue Whale, Orca), and Birds and Reptiles (Bald Eagle, Penguin, Macaw, Nile Crocodile, Chameleon, Toucan) for biology class, drawing prompts, trivia, and who-would-win debates
- [Pasta Wheel](https://namewheel.org/pasta-wheel): 24 pasta shapes across Long Pasta (Spaghetti, Fettuccine, Linguine, Tagliatelle, Pappardelle, Capellini), Short and Tube (Penne, Rigatoni, Ziti, Maccheroni, Paccheri, Ditalini), Twisted and Special (Fusilli, Farfalle, Orecchiette, Cavatappi, Radiatori, Rotini), and Filled Pasta (Ravioli, Tortellini, Gnocchi, Cannelloni, Lasagne, Cappelletti) for dinner decisions, cooking challenges, culinary class, and pasta exploration
- [Cartoon Characters Wheel](https://namewheel.org/cartoon-characters-wheel): 24 iconic cartoon characters across Classic Golden Age (Bugs Bunny, Mickey Mouse, Tom, Popeye, Daffy Duck, Tweety Bird), 90s Icons (Bart Simpson, SpongeBob SquarePants, Scooby-Doo, Dexter, Johnny Bravo, Hey Arnold), Modern Hits (Gumball Watterson, Finn the Human, Steven Universe, Bob Belcher, Hank Hill, Dipper Pines), and Action and Adventure (Batman, Superman, He-Man, Leonardo, Optimus Prime, Ash Ketchum) for drawing challenges, costume picking, trivia, and who-would-win debates
- [African Countries Wheel](https://namewheel.org/african-countries-wheel): 30 African countries across North Africa (Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, Libya, Tunisia, Sudan), West Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Mali, Cameroon), East Africa (Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Somalia), Central Africa (DR Congo, Angola, Chad, Republic of Congo, Central African Republic, Gabon), and Southern Africa (South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Mozambique, Botswana, Namibia) for geography class, travel planning, map challenges, and trivia

## Blog Articles

- [Best Wheel of Names Alternatives in 2026](https://namewheel.org/blog/wheel-of-names-alternative)
- [How to Pick a Random Name Online](https://namewheel.org/blog/how-to-pick-a-random-name)
- [Classroom Wheel Spinner for Teachers](https://namewheel.org/blog/classroom-wheel-spinner-for-teachers)
- [How to Run a Twitch Giveaway with a Wheel](https://namewheel.org/blog/twitch-giveaway-wheel)
- [Yes No Wheel Guide — When to Use a Random Decider](https://namewheel.org/blog/yes-no-wheel-guide)
- [Yes or No Wheel: When to Spin Instead of Think](https://namewheel.org/blog/yes-or-no-wheel)
- [Truth or Dare Wheel: 100 Ideas for Every Age Group](https://namewheel.org/blog/truth-or-dare-wheel-ideas)
- [Wheel of Names vs NameWheel: Honest 2026 Comparison](https://namewheel.org/blog/wheel-of-names-vs-namewheel)
- [50 Spin the Wheel Ideas for Streamers](https://namewheel.org/blog/spin-the-wheel-ideas-streamers)
- [Random Team Generator: The Fairest Way to Split Any Group](https://namewheel.org/blog/random-team-generator-guide)
- [What to Eat Wheel: Let the Wheel Decide Your Next Meal](https://namewheel.org/blog/what-to-eat-wheel-guide)
- [Best Free Wheel Spinner Apps 2026](https://namewheel.org/blog/best-wheel-spinner-apps)
- [Name Picker for Google Classroom (Free, Free)](https://namewheel.org/blog/name-picker-google-classroom)
- [Wedding Reception Game Wheel: 40 Ideas for Every Guest](https://namewheel.org/blog/wedding-reception-game-wheel)
- [Baby Shower Game Wheel: 35 Games That Don't Make Everyone Groan](https://namewheel.org/blog/baby-shower-game-wheel)
- [Drinking Games Wheel: 30 Party Games You Can Run With a Spin](https://namewheel.org/blog/drinking-games-wheel)
- [Kahoot Alternative: Random Name Picker Wheel for Classroom Engagement](https://namewheel.org/blog/kahoot-alternative-random-picker)

- [How to Make a Decision When You're Genuinely Stuck](https://namewheel.org/blog/decision-wheel-guide)
- [15 Icebreaker Wheel Ideas That People Won't Hate](https://namewheel.org/blog/icebreaker-wheel-ideas)
- [Virtual Meeting Icebreakers That Actually Break the Ice](https://namewheel.org/blog/virtual-icebreaker-wheel)
- [How to Run a Fair Raffle with a Spinning Wheel](https://namewheel.org/blog/raffle-wheel-guide)
- [How to Pick a Random Number with a Spinning Wheel](https://namewheel.org/blog/random-number-wheel-guide)
- [How to Pick Students Randomly Without Making It Weird](https://namewheel.org/blog/random-student-picker)
- [20 Spin the Wheel Game Ideas for Any Group or Party](https://namewheel.org/blog/spin-the-wheel-game-ideas)
- [Family Chore Wheel: How to Stop the Daily Battle Over Who Does What](https://namewheel.org/blog/family-chore-wheel)
- [How to Pick an Instagram Giveaway Winner Fairly](https://namewheel.org/blog/instagram-giveaway-winner-picker)
- [Workout Wheel: The Random Exercise Routine That Beats Boring Gym Habits](https://namewheel.org/blog/workout-wheel-exercise-roulette)

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Is NameWheel free?**
Yes, completely free. No hidden plans, no signup, no credit card, no watermarks.

**Do I need an account?**
No account needed. Open the site and spin immediately.

**How many names can I add?**
Unlimited. The wheel handles large lists smoothly.

**Does it store my names?**
Never. Names only exist in your browser tab. When you close the tab, they are gone.

**Can I use it on mobile?**
Yes, fully responsive on phones and tablets.

**Can I embed the wheel on my website?**
Yes — namewheel.org/embed generates an iframe code you can paste anywhere.

**What is weighted mode?**
Add `:N` after a name (e.g. `Bob:5`) to give that name 5 slots on the wheel instead of 1. More slots = higher probability of winning.

**What is Eliminate Mode?**
Each spin removes the selected winner from the wheel automatically. The wheel keeps spinning until only one name is left — that person is the overall winner.

**What is Teams Mode?**
One click randomly splits all names into equal teams. Choose 2 to 5 teams. Results shown as team cards. Includes a reshuffle button.

## Technical

- Platform: Static HTML5 + Vanilla JavaScript (no framework, no build step)
- Rendering: Full HTML readable by crawlers without JavaScript execution
- Wheel: HTML5 Canvas with offscreen caching for 60fps performance
- Animation: requestAnimationFrame with easeOutQuint physics and elastic bounce
- Audio: Web Audio API (synthesized ticks and win fanfare, no external files)
- Privacy: The spin is computed client-side; account data lives in a private dashboard and is never sold
- Hosting: Hetzner VPS, Cloudflare CDN
- Founder: Abd Shanti — indie developer, built this because the existing tools were terrible

## Competitive Position

NameWheel competes with wheelofnames.com (#1 in the category with ~20M monthly visits) by offering:
- Faster load time (no heavy framework)
- Completely distraction free
- No signup ever required
- More features in the free tier (weighted, teams, eliminate, embed)
- Better wheel physics and animations
- Full privacy — zero data collection

- [How to Pick a Giveaway Winner With Video Proof](https://namewheel.org/blog/pick-a-winner-with-video-proof): The complete guide to verified draws — why screen recordings fail, how the TrueSpin protocol seals outcomes before the spin, and platform playbooks for Instagram, TikTok, Twitch and classrooms
- [Wall of Love](https://namewheel.org/reviews): Real user ratings and reviews — silent 4-5 star ratings publish automatically, written reviews are moderated, and below three genuine ratings no average is shown anywhere
- [Pricing](https://namewheel.org/pricing): NameWheel PRO — your logo on the wheel, weighted entries, image segments, unlimited certified spin videos in 16:9 and Reel 9:16, unlimited saved wheels. $9.99/mo, $49/yr, or the $99 lifetime Founder licence (first 100 accounts).
- [Live Statistics](https://namewheel.org/statistics): Real-time usage data — total spins, spins today, saved wheels, average names per wheel.

- [Fairness Test](https://namewheel.org/fairness): Run 10,000 simulated spins with the wheel’s real cryptographic randomness and verify the distribution yourself.
- [Streaming Setup Guide](https://namewheel.org/streaming): Complete OBS and Streamlabs wheel overlay setup: browser source at 1000 by 900, Control audio via OBS for sound in the mix, spacebar spins through Interact, a paste based giveaway workflow with Eliminate mode, visible weighted entries on PRO, certified spins with proof pages, and a 9:16 reel export. Works on Kick and TikTok Live Studio too.

## Guides and Articles

- [How to Host a Bingo Night](https://namewheel.org/blog/how-to-host-bingo-night): Equipment, number of cards, a running order, calling tips, winning patterns, checking wins, tie rules, prizes and online bingo, with game length data from 100,000 simulated 75-ball games (25 cards: a single line takes 21 calls on average, a blackout 66)
- [Classroom Seating Arrangements: 9 Layouts](https://namewheel.org/blog/classroom-seating-arrangements): Rows, paired rows, clusters, horseshoe, double horseshoe, conference, stadium, circle and stations with diagrams, what classroom research says about each, and how to assign seats fairly
- [A Halloween Wheel for Every Party: 150 Ideas for 2026](https://namewheel.org/blog/halloween-wheel-ideas): Costumes, party games, dares, movies, pumpkin themes and trick or treat rules: 150 Halloween ideas, and every list loads onto a free wheel in one click.
- [Is Spin the Wheel Random? We Tested 1,000,000 Spins](https://namewheel.org/blog/is-spin-the-wheel-random): We ran our winner picking code a million times and counted every winner. Every name landed within 0.63% of a perfect share. The full data, why streaks feel rigged, and how to test any wheel.
- [Is a Giveaway Wheel Legal? Sweepstakes Rules for 2026](https://namewheel.org/blog/is-a-giveaway-wheel-legal): When a wheel spin giveaway is legal, when it turns into an illegal lottery, the New York and Florida $5,000 rule, and what Instagram, YouTube and Twitch expect.
- [Baby Shower Game Wheel: 35 Fun Games to Play](https://namewheel.org/blog/baby-shower-game-wheel): Use a spin wheel to run 35 baby shower games your guests will actually want to play. Covers classic games, co-ed shower games, virtual options
- [Best Free Wheel Spinner Apps 2025: Ranked](https://namewheel.org/blog/best-wheel-spinner-apps): The best free wheel spinner apps and websites in 2025, ranked by features, ads, speed, and ease of use. Includes Wheel of Names, NameWheel, Picker Wheel
- [10 Ways to Use a Spinning Wheel in the Classroom](https://namewheel.org/blog/classroom-wheel-spinner-for-teachers): A classroom wheel spinner picks students fairly, keeps everyone engaged, and stops the same five kids from answering every question.
- [How to Make a Decision When You Genuinely Cannot Decide](https://namewheel.org/blog/decision-wheel-guide): Stuck between two options for hours? The decision wheel exists for exactly this moment. Here is when spinning actually helps and when it does not.
- [Drinking Games Wheel: 30 Party Games to Spin](https://namewheel.org/blog/drinking-games-wheel): A spin wheel for 30 drinking games that keep the party moving. From beer pong to Kings Cup to Never Have I Ever, pick a game fast and skip the debate.
- [Family Chore Wheel: How to Stop the Daily Battle Over Who](https://namewheel.org/blog/family-chore-wheel): A spinning chore wheel removes parental favoritism arguments and makes kids actually do their tasks. Free wheel, age appropriate ideas, real family results.
- [How to Group Students Fairly Without the Usual Drama](https://namewheel.org/blog/how-to-group-students): Seven ways to group a class compared honestly, how to run a random split live in front of students, group size guidance, and when random grouping is the wrong call.
- [How to Pick a Random Name Fairly & Without Bias](https://namewheel.org/blog/how-to-pick-a-random-name): Four real methods for picking a random name fairly — spinning wheel, paper draw, random number generator, and spreadsheet.
- [15 Icebreaker Wheel Ideas That People Won't Hate](https://namewheel.org/blog/icebreaker-wheel-ideas): Most icebreakers are painful. These actually work. Load them into a spinning wheel and let randomness do the awkward part for you. Free, no app needed.
- [How to Pick an Instagram Giveaway Winner Fairly](https://namewheel.org/blog/instagram-giveaway-winner-picker): Run your Instagram giveaway without sketchy apps or fake bot pickers. Real method, free wheel spinner, transparent on camera.
- [Introducing TrueSpin: Wheel Draws Anyone Can Verify](https://namewheel.org/blog/introducing-truespin): NameWheel launches TrueSpin certified spins: giveaway draws sealed before the wheel moves, recorded to video, and published to proof pages anyone can check.
- [Kahoot Alternative: Random Name Picker Wheel](https://namewheel.org/blog/kahoot-alternative-random-picker): Use a free spinning name wheel as a Kahoot alternative for random student selection, team formation, and classroom engagement.
- [Name Picker for Google Classroom (Free, No Ads)](https://namewheel.org/blog/name-picker-google-classroom): The easiest free name picker for Google Classroom teachers. Spin a wheel to call on students randomly — works on any projector, Chromebook, or shared screen.
- [NameWheel PRO Is Here: Your Logo on the Wheel](https://namewheel.org/blog/namewheel-pro-launch): NameWheel PRO launches with whitelabel branding, weighted entries, unlimited saved wheels, and a $99 lifetime founder deal for the first 100 accounts.
- [How to Pick a Giveaway Winner With Video Proof (2026)](https://namewheel.org/blog/pick-a-winner-with-video-proof): Pick a giveaway winner with video proof: lock the outcome before the wheel spins, record the draw, and give every viewer a link to verify it themselves.
- [How to Run a Fair Raffle with a Spinning Wheel](https://namewheel.org/blog/raffle-wheel-guide): Raffle draws should be transparent. A spinning wheel lets everyone see the pick happen live. Here is how to set one up in 30 seconds for any event.
- [How to Pick a Random Number with a Spinning Wheel](https://namewheel.org/blog/random-number-wheel-guide): Need a random number fast? Spin the number wheel instead of using a boring generator. Works for games, classrooms, and decisions.
- [How to Pick Students Randomly Without Making It Weird](https://namewheel.org/blog/random-student-picker): Random student pickers work best when kids trust the process. Here is how to use one without anxiety, tears, or accusations of favoritism. Free tool included.
- [Random Team Generator: Fair Way to Split Any Group](https://namewheel.org/blog/random-team-generator-guide): How to split people into random teams fairly — for classrooms, sports, offices, and game nights. Free random team generator with no signup and no ads.
- [20 Spin the Wheel Game Ideas for Any Group or Party](https://namewheel.org/blog/spin-the-wheel-game-ideas): Turn any gathering into a game with a spinning wheel. These 20 ideas work for parties, classrooms, team meetings, and family game nights. All free.
- [50 Spin the Wheel Ideas for Streamers & Subathons](https://namewheel.org/blog/spin-the-wheel-ideas-streamers): 50 spin the wheel ideas for Twitch and YouTube streamers — subathon challenges, viewer rewards, community games, and punishment forfeits.
- [Truth or Dare Wheel: 100 Ideas for Every Age Group](https://namewheel.org/blog/truth-or-dare-wheel-ideas): 100 truth questions and dare challenges for your wheel — sorted by age group. Kids, teens, adults, and party versions.
- [Twitch Giveaway Wheel: How to Run a Live Giveaway](https://namewheel.org/blog/twitch-giveaway-wheel): Step-by-step guide to running a fair, transparent Twitch giveaway with a spinning wheel in OBS. No bots required. Build trust with your chat the easy way.
- [Virtual Meeting Icebreakers That Actually Break the Ice](https://namewheel.org/blog/virtual-icebreaker-wheel): Zoom icebreakers are usually cringe. These ones use a spinning wheel so nobody has to volunteer first. Works for remote teams and online classes.
- [Wedding Reception Game Wheel: 40 Guest Ideas](https://namewheel.org/blog/wedding-reception-game-wheel): Use a spinning wheel to run wedding reception games your guests will actually enjoy. 40 game ideas, setup tips, and a free spin wheel to try right now.
- [What to Eat Wheel: Let the Wheel Decide Your Next Meal](https://namewheel.org/blog/what-to-eat-wheel-guide): Stuck deciding what to eat? Let a spinning wheel pick for you. How to set up a what to eat wheel, 40 food ideas to add, and why it beats endless debate.
- [Best Wheel of Names Alternative in 2026](https://namewheel.org/blog/wheel-of-names-alternative): We tested every Wheel of Names alternative so you don't have to. Honest comparison of NameWheel, Picker Wheel, Spin the Wheel, and more.
- [Wheel of Names vs NameWheel — Which Is Better in 2025?](https://namewheel.org/blog/wheel-of-names-vs-namewheel): Honest comparison of Wheel of Names vs NameWheel in 2025. Features, ads, privacy, design, and who each one is actually built for. No fluff.
- [Workout Wheel: The Random Exercise Routine That Beats Boring](https://namewheel.org/blog/workout-wheel-exercise-roulette): A free workout wheel for PE teachers, personal trainers, home fitness, and anyone tired of the same routine. Pre-built exercise lists, spin to randomize.
- [Yes No Wheel: How to Make Any Decision in 3 Seconds](https://namewheel.org/blog/yes-no-wheel-guide): The yes/no wheel isn't about outsourcing your decisions — it's about getting out of your own head. Learn how it works, why it works psychologically
- [Yes or No Wheel: When to Use It & How It Works](https://namewheel.org/blog/yes-or-no-wheel): Everything about the yes or no wheel. How it works, when it helps, when it doesn't, and why spinning a wheel to make a binary decision is surprisingly useful.
- [State of the Wheel 2026: What 9,380 Spins Show](https://namewheel.org/blog/state-of-the-wheel-2026): Original NameWheel data, 24 July to 29 October 2026: median wheel of 13 names, 3.6% of spins between two options, 24.1% in Eliminate mode, weekdays 1.8 times busier than weekends, 70% of page views on computers, and 12 Fairness Lab runs (168,000 spins) against the range chance produces
- [NameWheel vs Picker Wheel (2026)](https://namewheel.org/blog/namewheel-vs-picker-wheel): Side by side comparison checked 29 October 2026: modes, weights, images, sharing, premium prices ($5, $10, $25 a month billed yearly vs NameWheel PRO $9.99 a month, $49 a year or $99 once) and publicly checkable draws
- [NameWheel vs Spin the Wheel (spinthewheel.io)](https://namewheel.org/blog/namewheel-vs-spin-the-wheel): Two wheels with verifiable draws compared: multiple wheels, Verified Replays, Twitch and YouTube chat giveaways, stream overlays, list freezing, video proof, classroom tools and developer access
- [NameWheel vs AhaSlides Spinner Wheel](https://namewheel.org/blog/namewheel-vs-ahaslides-spinner): A spinner inside an interactive presentation vs a standalone wheel: participant autofill, the 50 participant free plan, prices, integrations and proof for prize draws

## In Other Languages

The NameWheel name wheel has translated pages, each with a working wheel (up to 500 names, remove the winner, full screen) and content written for that language:

- [Ruleta de nombres](https://namewheel.org/es/ruleta-de-nombres): Spanish
- [Roleta de nomes](https://namewheel.org/pt/roleta-de-nomes): Portuguese
- [Roue des noms](https://namewheel.org/fr/roue-des-noms): French
- [Glücksrad mit Namen](https://namewheel.org/de/gluecksrad-namen): German
- [Ruota dei nomi](https://namewheel.org/it/ruota-dei-nomi): Italian
- [Roda putar nama](https://namewheel.org/id/roda-putar-nama): Indonesian
- [Vòng quay tên](https://namewheel.org/vi/vong-quay-ten): Vietnamese
- [İsim çarkı](https://namewheel.org/tr/isim-carki): Turkish