Create fair groups in seconds
Paste names, choose group size, and create random pairs or groups instantly. Pick one randomly, keep certain people apart, and spread group leaders across groups. No sign-up for the free tool. No faff. Works right in your browser.
- Paste from Excel or Google Sheets
- Pairs, trios, or larger groups
- Handles awkward leftovers automatically
- Pro unlocks custom sizes, export and more
Buddy Matcher
Create random groups in seconds.
Results
Copy, download or share your groups.
Why people use Buddy Matcher
Fast random grouping
Quickly create random student pairs, trios or larger groups for activities, discussions and projects.
Random picker
Pick one person randomly when you need a quick starter, helper, answerer or volunteer.
Smarter Pro controls
Keep certain people apart and spread named group leaders across different groups.
Simple and private
No accounts for the free tool, no spreadsheet fiddling, and paid features only when you want them.
Get more with Buddy Matcher Pro
If Buddy Matcher saves you time, Pro unlocks extra features for people who use it regularly for classrooms, teams, workshops or activities.
Buddy Matcher Pro
Take control of your groups — not just randomise them.
- Don’t group specific people together
- Assign and spread group leaders
- Groups of 4, 5, 6 and custom sizes
- Save and reuse class lists
- Export to CSV and print clean layouts
FAQ
Can I paste names from Excel or Google Sheets?
Yes. Paste one column of names straight into the box and Buddy Matcher will split them into groups.
What happens if the numbers do not divide evenly?
It balances the final groups so you do not end up with one lonely person left on their own.
Can I pick one person randomly?
Yes. Buddy Matcher includes a quick random picker for choosing one person from your list.
Can I stop certain people being grouped together?
Yes. Pro includes a “Don’t group these two” option so you can keep specific pairs apart.
Can I assign group leaders?
Yes. Pro lets you mark group leaders and spread them across different groups.
Do I need an account?
No. It works instantly in your browser. No sign-up needed for the free tool.
Is it private?
Yes. Names are stored in your browser using local storage unless and until you choose account-based Pro features.