The free DrawNames alternative
Santa by OpenApps is a free DrawNames alternative: Free. No ads, no sign-up. DrawNames's free plan: Free, with no account needed to draw names.
What each one costs
| App | Free plan | Paid plans |
|---|---|---|
| Santa | Free. No ads, no sign-up. | None |
| DrawNames | Free, with no account needed to draw names. | DrawNames is free, with no account needed to draw names and no paid tier listed (2026). |
Nothing, price-wise: it is free too, and Santa is another free option with an open API for assistants.
Switching from DrawNames
Start an exchange in Santa, add names or share the join link, and draw.
Questions
Is there a free alternative to DrawNames?
Yes. Santa by OpenApps does what DrawNames does for Secret Santa draws, for free, with no sign-up.
Does DrawNames have a free plan?
Free, with no account needed to draw names. That is from DrawNames's own site, checked October 19, 2026.
What does DrawNames cost?
DrawNames is free, with no account needed to draw names and no paid tier listed (2026).
How do I switch from DrawNames?
Start an exchange in Santa, add names or share the join link, and draw.
Can an AI assistant use Santa instead of DrawNames?
Yes. Santa has a public API that needs no key, so an assistant can do the job for you.
DrawNames is a trademark of its owner. OpenApps is not affiliated with it. DrawNames's paid prices above are approximate and change often; check its site for current pricing.