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Provides accurate distance measurement for outdoors
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Measure distance, height, and width using your phone's sensors. Offers real-time previews, compass bearings, and a confidence score for each reading. Premium features unlock advanced estimation modes and data export.
✓Single-tap distance measurement
✓Live steadiness indicator
✓Compass bearing to target
✓Height and width estimation
✓Two-station triangulation
✓Measurement history and export
✓Dark and light mode
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What's New in FarShot
1.0.4
May 12, 2026
Measurement accuracy improvements
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Premium Monthly
Full access billed monthly.
$2.991 Month
14 Days trial1
In-App Purchases
$49.99
Lifetime Access
One-time purchase for permanent access.
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FAQ
How accurate is FarShot?
FarShot typically achieves an accuracy of ±2–5% for targets between 5 and 200 meters. Accuracy can be significantly improved by calibrating the app to your device's specifications from the Settings menu during initial setup.
Does FarShot require an internet connection?
No, the core distance, height, and width measurements do not require an internet connection. However, the slope-corrected distance feature utilizes the Open-Meteo API, which does require internet access.
What are the premium features in FarShot?
Premium features include 3-Tap Average for more reliable readings, Long-Press Precision mode for distant targets, Height and Width Estimators, Two-Station Triangulation, slope-corrected distance, and advanced data export options like CSV.
How do I calibrate FarShot?
Calibration is crucial for accuracy. Navigate to the Settings menu within FarShot during the initial setup and follow the guided instructions to calibrate the app to your specific device.
What devices does FarShot support?
FarShot is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It utilizes device sensors like the accelerometer, gyroscope, compass, barometer, and GPS for its measurements.
What is the pricing for FarShot's premium subscription?
FarShot offers two premium subscription plans: Premium Monthly at $2.99/month and Premium Yearly at $19.99/year. Both plans include a 14-day free trial.
Can I export my measurements from FarShot?
Yes, FarShot offers full-resolution annotated snapshot export and CSV export of measurement history for premium users. This allows for easy sharing and further analysis of your recorded data.
Does FarShot have ads?
No, FarShot does not contain advertisements. The core features are free to use, and advanced functionalities are available through optional premium subscriptions.