# Hand Load — Reloading Journal & Range Log

> Digital journal for firearm reloading recipes, components, and range session data. (iPhone/iPad app by AdaptaFit.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hand-load/id6772020876 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [AdaptaFit](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896471471)
- Category: Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $7.99)
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 5 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-05-29
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hand-load/id6772020876/reviews.md

## What is Hand Load?

Every handloader has that notebook. Powder residue on the cover, a workup scrawled across two pages, chrono numbers you meant to move to a spreadsheet three range trips ago. Hand Load retires it: a bench-ready journal that keeps every recipe, every component, and every shot in one place you can actually search.

Built for shooters who already know their way around a press — precision rifle competitors working through a ladder, pistol shooters chasing a node, hunters tuning a load before opening day. No ads, no accounts, and nobody watching over your shoulder.

RECIPES
Record every variable that matters, the way you would on a good data sheet:
• Bullet, powder, primer, brass, charge weight, and COAL
• Powder measure setting, so a proven throw is easy to return to
• Die settings, including shoulder bump, neck bushing, and CBTO

COMPONENT INVENTORY
• Track powders, primers, bullets, and brass on hand
• Know what's on the shelf before you plan the next session at the press

EQUIPMENT
• Firearms, with barrel length and twist rate
• Presses and dies, tied to the recipes that use them

RANGE SESSIONS
• Shot-by-shot velocity for every string
• Group size and weather conditions
• A five-step impression rating per string, so your notes still mean something six months later

STATISTICS
• Average velocity, SD, ES, and MOA computed automatically for every string
• Results aggregated per recipe — see how a load performs over its whole history, not just its best day
• No more averaging strings by hand on the tailgate

BUILT FOR THE BENCH
• Rapid entry keypad mode for logging fast between strings
• Voice dictation for hands-free velocity entry — read the chronograph, say the number, keep shooting
• Imperial and metric units, one toggle
• Fully offline — no cell signal required at the range

YOUR DATA STAYS YOURS
• No accounts, no sign-up screen, no ads, no analytics, no third-party SDKs
• Optional iCloud sync stores your journal in your private database; the developer never sees your data
• Delete the app, and there is no copy of your records sitting on someone else's server
• Your load book is nobody's business but yours

A JOURNAL, NOT A LOAD MANUAL
Hand Load is a record-keeping tool. It does not contain load data and will never suggest or recommend a charge weight or any other load parameter. Always verify every load against current published data from your powder and bullet manufacturers before loading or firing, and follow established handloading practices.

ONE PURCHASE, NO SUBSCRIPTION
Start free. Unlock the full app with Hand Load Unlimited, a one-time purchase — no subscription, no recurring fees. Tools you buy once and own, like everything else on your bench.

Requires iOS 17 or later. Works on iPhone and iPad.

## Key features

- Record detailed reloading recipes
- Track component inventory
- Log range session data
- Automatic statistical calculations
- Offline functionality
- Secure, private data storage
- Imperial and metric unit support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Unlimited Access | $7.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hand-load/id6772020876/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Detailed and Simple

*2026-07-12*

This app was clearly built by someone who understands both app design and all the components relevant to making your own loads. It’s organized so clear and straight forward that it’s easy to understand. Looking forward to continuing working with this on variations to see how I can tweak things. Very helpful and manages loading details very well!

### 5/5 — Reloading

*2026-07-11*

I love this app for keeps track of my loads and measurements of gun specs.

## Frequently asked questions about Hand Load

### Does Hand Load have ads?

No, Hand Load is ad-free. The developer emphasizes a clean user experience without advertisements or analytics.

### How much does Hand Load cost?

Hand Load is free to start. The full app functionality can be unlocked with a one-time purchase called Hand Load Unlimited, with no subscription fees.

### What devices does Hand Load support?

Hand Load is available for iPhone and iPad, requiring iOS 17 or later.

### Is Hand Load suitable for beginners?

Hand Load is built for shooters who already understand reloading. It functions as a record-keeping tool and does not provide load data or recommendations.

### Can I use Hand Load without an internet connection?

Yes, Hand Load is fully offline. No cell signal is required at the range, making it convenient for any shooting location.

### How is my data protected in Hand Load?

Your data is private and secure. Optional iCloud sync stores your journal in your private database, and deleting the app removes all your records from servers.

### How often is Hand Load updated?

The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on August 21, 2026. Updates are provided to maintain functionality and improve the user experience.

### What kind of statistics does Hand Load calculate?

Hand Load automatically computes average velocity, standard deviation, extreme spread, and MOA for each string. It also aggregates results per recipe to show overall load performance.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.1 — 2026-08-21

• All-new App Store screenshots and a refreshed description
• Polish and housekeeping — nothing changes at the bench. Your recipes, inventory, and range logs are exactly where you left them.

### 1.0 — 2026-05-29

No release notes.

## More apps by AdaptaFit

- [AdaptaFit](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adaptafit/id6767400975)

All apps by AdaptaFit: https://appshunter.io/developer/1896471471

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-01.*
