How to set up your prize wheel
Nothing pulls a crowd like a spinning prize wheel, and this one takes seconds to set up. The wheel arrives loaded with sample prizes — an iPhone, an Amazon gift card, a hamper, a mystery prize and a cheeky "Try Again" — so you can see exactly how it works. Replace them with your own rewards by typing one prize per line, or paste a list you already have. Keep Random pick mode so a prize can be won more than once, or switch to Elimination when each prize is one-of-a-kind and should be removed after it is won. Spin, and the winner appears with a burst of confetti.
Best uses for an online prize wheel
- Giveaways: spin live on Instagram or YouTube so your audience sees the winning prize chosen fairly.
- School prize distribution: run a fun, transparent draw at the annual day or a class party.
- Social media contests: reward comments and shares by spinning for the prize each winner gets.
- Event raffles: replace paper raffle tickets at a fair, mela or trade-show stall.
- Office reward programs: spin for spot bonuses, vouchers or perks at team meetings.
Tips to make your prize draw exciting
Build suspense by spinning from the smallest prize up to the grand prize. Add a "Try Again" or "Bonus Spin" slice so not every spin wins — it makes the wins feel bigger. Show the wheel on a big screen or projector so everyone can watch, and read the prize out loud before revealing the winner. Because your prize list is saved right in the page link, you can bookmark your wheel, reopen the exact same one at your next event, or share it with your team so everyone has the same prizes ready. It is free, needs no sign-up, and works on any screen — from a phone at a stall to a large display.
Frequently asked questions
Is the prize wheel free to use?
Yes, the prize wheel is completely free with no sign-up or download. Add your prizes and spin as many times as your event needs.
Can I add my own prizes?
Absolutely. Replace the sample prizes by typing one prize per line, or paste your own list. The wheel automatically resizes each segment to fit.
How do I make sure each prize is only won once?
Switch to Elimination mode. Each prize the wheel lands on is removed after the spin, so every prize is awarded exactly once — ideal for one-of-a-kind rewards.
Can I use the prize wheel for an Instagram or YouTube giveaway?
Yes. Spin it live on screen during your stream or story so your audience can watch the prize being chosen fairly, then tap Share result to post the outcome.
Is there a dark mode?
Yes. Tap the sun/moon button in the top bar to switch between light and dark themes. Wheel Bolo also follows your device's system preference automatically on your first visit.
What languages does Wheel Bolo support?
The interface is available in 17 languages including Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Punjabi and Urdu. Tap the language button to switch, and type entry names in any script, including Devanagari.
Does the wheel play a sound?
Yes. The wheel makes a soft ticking sound as it spins and a short chime when a winner is picked. Use the sound button or the volume slider in the Customize tab to adjust or mute it. Sound stays off if your device requests reduced motion.
Can I change the wheel's colours and background?
Yes. Open the Customize tab to choose a colour palette (Pastel, Ocean, Sunset, Forest and more) and a background theme. Your choice is remembered on your device for next time.
Can I share the result?
Yes. After the wheel stops, tap Share result to create a 1080x1080 winner image. On phones it opens the share sheet (WhatsApp, Instagram and more); on desktop it downloads. Free, with no sign-up.