# Mantis Laser Academy — Make every shot count

> Laser dry-fire training system with smart target detection, scoring, and timing. (iPhone/iPad app by Mantis Tech LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mantis-laser-academy/id1502469247 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mantis Tech LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1497174554)
- Category: Sports, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 4,005 App Store ratings · 155 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15 · 251 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-12-14
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mantis-laser-academy/id1502469247/reviews.md

## What is Mantis Laser Academy?

TRAIN SMARTER:
Mantis Laser Academy is a dry-fire laser training system, built around smart targets that support automatic hit detection, scoring, and shot time in the Laser Academy app from data provided by the camera on your smartphone.

TRAIN AT HOME:
Mantis Laser Academy enables you to set up a dry fire laser range that is powerful, safe, convenient, and very inexpensive. Laser Academy drills are built to enhance your shooting performance, in both marksmanship and speed. Test your skills against your friends using dueling drills that allow you to shoot side by side.

KEY FEATURES:
-    Automatic target detection
-    Automatic shot detection
-    Automatic scoring
-    Marksmanship, speed, and reaction time drills
-    Shooter-to-shooter dueling drills
-    Save to history

GETTING STARTED:
Once you have your gear, you are ready to train. Before getting started check the training area and all firearms for safety. Ensure any firearms are unloaded and remove live ammunition from the training area. 
-    Place the smart targets in the desired location. Avoid areas where glare from lights and windows may the affect detection of shots on the targets. 
-    Place your smartphone on the tripod and point the rear camera at the target(s) you have placed. 
-    If you are using a laser cartridge, load the laser cartridge into the chamber of your firearm. 
-    Launch the Mantis Laser Academy app on your phone, select a drill, and proceed to train.

DRILLS and SMART TARGETS:
The Mantis Laser Academy app has a variety of drills focused on different aspects of shooting. Some drills require specific smart targets. Other drills work with any smart target. Several drills support multiple targets and allow local competition between shooters.

Smart targets are automatically detected and scored by Mantis Laser Academy. Using smart targets provides the most enjoyable and valuable training experience. The Control Target allows you to Start, Stop, Clear, and Close in the app by shooting specific regions on the Control Target.

Mantis Laser Academy has a selection of free drills and a selection of drills that can be purchased or unlocked. You can purchase a single drill or Full Access in the app.

Our mission is to help every shooter improve their accuracy and confidence. Mantis Laser Academy is the latest innovation in our next-level shooting systems designed to help you achieve a higher level of proficiency.

Train smarter, train better, train with Mantis.

## Key features

- Automatic hit detection
- Automatic scoring
- Shot timing
- Marksmanship drills
- Speed drills
- Dueling drills
- Save training history

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Open Shooting - Multi-target | $4.99 | one-time |
| Duel - Five Shot | $4.99 | one-time |
| Shot From Guard/Low Ready | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bullseye - 10 Shot | $4.99 | one-time |
| Compressed Surprise Break | $4.99 | one-time |
| Holster Draw - Par Timed | $4.99 | one-time |
| Holster Draw | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Membership | $49.99 | one-time |
| Multiple Shots and Targets | $4.99 | one-time |
| Close Contact from Holster | $4.99 | one-time |
| Hunt | $4.99 | one-time |
| Duel - Hunt | $4.99 | one-time |
| Emergency Reload | $4.99 | one-time |
| 01 Darts | $4.99 | one-time |
| Duel - High Score | $4.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Mantis Laser Academy?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Great training tool
- 🚀 Improves marksmanship skills
- 💡 Makes dry fire practice enjoyable
- 🚀 Saves money on ammunition
- 👍 Provides helpful feedback and scoring

**Cons**

- 🐛 Inconsistent target detection and shot recognition
- 🐛 Lighting sensitivity issues
- 🐛 App crashes and bugs
- 🐛 Calibration process is clunky
- 🐛 Audio issues with tutorials and sound effects

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes during Pistol Marksmanship course
- Inability to add firearms and view history
- Calibration tool obstructs view of crosshairs
- Tripod instability causes false readings
- Sound not working unless headphones are connected

**Most requested features**

- Add ability to customize drills and courses
- Integrate with Mantis X app for more comprehensive training
- Implement daily shot count tracking
- Allow manual entry of firearm settings
- Add more training modes and game-like features

## Recent user reviews (10 of 155)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mantis-laser-academy/id1502469247/reviews.md

### 5/5 — JAR_2008

*2026-08-06, version 3.8*

I enjoy this system better than the previous one I order. It’s worth the price!

### 5/5 — Improving

*2026-07-25, version 3.8*

I am improving my trigger discipline with every session. Time to hit the paper targets.

### 5/5 — Excellent Training

*2026-06-14, version 3.8*

Laser Academy is exceptional! My sooting has drastically improved over the past 3-4 months that I have had the Laser Academy, Mantis X. I loved those so much that I recently purchased the training pistol and am really enjoying that as well. I’m able to shoot 3x’s as many rounds when training all because I don’t need to rack the slide after every shot. This training academy is superb and I highly recommend it!!

### 5/5 — Amazing training aid

*2026-06-07, version 3.8*

Although I am fortunate enough to have my own range in my yard, this is great for rainy days or winter is dark outside or when it’s hot outside or when I don’t wanna spend ammunition

Nothing like practicing

### 3/5 — I want to love it

*2026-05-21, version 3.8*

So much great info and clearly well put together processes. But the use of the camera makes it almost useless. The slightest movement sets it off. The celebration doesn’t hold and it will often no longer see a target even if nothing changed. I could be several yards away from the phone and it flickers back in fourth. I do not see this issue with the MantisX app

### 5/5 — Fun and effective

*2026-05-14, version 3.8*

I’m a new gun owner and I bought the Mantis Laser academy right away.  Best thing I could’ve done!  Get a great feel for the gun.  Got a great feel for the sights.  The training classes are fun and effective.  Not the same as firing live ammo, nothing is.  But training trigger control and getting my sights down has made a significant difference at the range for me.  Worth every nickel!

### 5/5 — Worth Your Time

*2026-05-08, version 3.8*

Mantis is great for getting practice time in between range sessions.

### 5/5 — Perfection

*2026-04-19, version 3.7*

This is such a great training aid! So many different drills to help perfect your skills.

### 1/5 — An expensive waste of time

*2026-04-18, version 3.7*

Upgraded to the iPhone 17. This is not compatible. Tried different rooms different backgrounds it will not pick up the target at all. The system is updated to where you need to purchase a weapon that’s compatible with the system. So the laser bullets are pretty much useless. The stand that holds your phone if you barely touch it causes the target to get out of focus and move so it’s hard to take a picture to show that it can’t detect the target that it’s asking for.

### 4/5 — Great product.

*2026-04-11, version 3.6*

A little challenging to get the enrollment process done. App could use some work with being able to delete the numerous extra shots that flood in at times.  The instruction is excellent and the feed back is right on. This definitely improves my results at the range and is helping me practice at the range much more efficiently (read; less money on live ammo). So I know when I have put in some time with effective set-fire training g, I am training.

## Frequently asked questions about Mantis Laser Academy

### What is Mantis Laser Academy?

Mantis Laser Academy is a dry-fire laser training system that uses your smartphone's camera and smart targets to provide automatic hit detection, scoring, and shot timing. It allows you to practice shooting drills safely and conveniently at home to improve your marksmanship and speed.

### What are the key features of Mantis Laser Academy?

Key features include automatic target and shot detection, automatic scoring, and shot timing. The app offers various drills for marksmanship, speed, and reaction time, as well as shooter-to-shooter dueling drills. Your training history can also be saved.

### How does Mantis Laser Academy make money?

The app offers a selection of free drills, with additional drills available for purchase. Users can buy individual drills or unlock Full Access within the app. This model is known as 'free with in-app purchases'.

### What is needed to use Mantis Laser Academy?

To use the app, you will need your smartphone with the Mantis Laser Academy app installed, smart targets (some drills require specific ones), and a laser cartridge for your firearm. Ensure your training area is safe, firearms are unloaded, and live ammunition is removed.

### Can I compete with friends using this app?

Yes, the app supports shooter-to-shooter dueling drills that allow you to compete against friends side by side. Several drills also support multiple targets and local competition, making it a fun way to test your skills against others.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.8 — 2026-05-01

Streaks are now here. Train every day to improve and maintain your skills.

### 3.7 — 2026-04-13

New "NRA ARC-GUNNER" target

### 3.6 — 2026-03-27

"Ordonnanz-Schnellfeuer" target update

### 3.5 — 2026-03-06

Fixed slider value persistence bug.

### 3.4 — 2026-02-11

Fixed MantisX tutorial crash.

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