# Mil-Dot Ballistics — Advanced Ballistics Calculator

> Advanced ballistics calculator and range estimation tool for shooting. (iPhone/iPad app by Tom Holsten.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mil-dot-ballistics/id374564265 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tom Holsten](https://appshunter.io/developer/374556631)
- Category: Utilities, Sports
- Price: $14.99
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 51 App Store ratings · 124 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 7 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-06-04
- Data updated: 2026-09-03
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mil-dot-ballistics/id374564265/reviews.md

## What is Mil?

Mil-Dot Ballistics combines fast range estimation with a full featured ballistics calculator that’s simple to use. Real-time calculations provide instant range estimation and ballistics calculation to get you on target fast.

The simple interface allows for one handed operation and eliminates any need to manually type any measurements to range a target.

Complete, detailed user manual for iPhone and iPad available at www.rangetimesoftware.com.

Features:
- Kestrel DROP wireless data logger integration automatically updates atmospheric conditions.
- 3DOF point mass ballistics engine
- 323 mil, MOA and IPHY reticle designs, including reticles from Carl Zeiss, Nightforce Optics, Kahles, Vixen Sport Optics, Premier Reticles, Primary Arms, Schmidt and Bender, SWFA, U.S. Optics, and Vortex Optics.
- Two modes of Range input: Calculate range from target size and sub tension - allows you to estimate range to targets at unknown distances and Direct range input for known distance targets
- Real-time solution information
- Extensive bullet / cartridge library includes American Eagle, Barnes, Black Hills, Federal, Fiocchi, Hornady, Lapua, Norma, Nosler, Remington, Sellier & Bellot, and Winchester.
- Support for variable BC information 
- Ballistics chart (Range, Elevation, Windage, Velocity, Time Of Flight, Energy)
- Ballistics graph (Elevation, Velocity, Energy)
- Reticle Drop Chart
- Adjusts for atmospheric conditions for current and zero conditions (Density Altitude or Altitude, Pressure, Temperature and Humidity)
- Get accurate local pressure using the barometer in iPhone 6 / 6 Plus
- Use GPS location to set current atmospheric conditions
- Fast range estimation 
- Moving target lead calculation
- Correction for coriolis effect
- Correction for spin drift
- Point blank range calculation
- Configurable windage / elevation hold display (mils, MOA, IPHY, clicks)
- Target size presets
- Second focal plane scope support 
- Fast windspeed / direction adjustment 
- Three ways to input line of sight angle (Angle in degrees, Cosine of angle, Automatic using device accelerometer)
- Fast target speed adjustment 
- Target speed presets 
- Training mode (practice your range estimation skills)
- Point of impact indicator 
- Bullet drop compensation display 
- Secondary solution info display for non-critical data 
- Create unlimited ballistics profiles 
- Multiple color schemes 
- Adjustable display brightness 
- Full Retina display support
- Print range cards
- More reticle designs coming soon, stay tuned!

## Key features

- Fast range estimation
- Ballistics calculation engine
- Extensive bullet/cartridge library
- Support for multiple reticle designs
- Adjusts for atmospheric conditions
- Moving target lead calculation
- Kestrel DROP integration

## Chart rankings

- #197 in Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 124)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mil-dot-ballistics/id374564265/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 6.5 Creedmoor Hornady Whitetail Hunter ammo

*2025-11-22*

Could you please add 6.5 Creedmoor Hornady Whitetail Hunter ammo to the Library???

### 2/5 — Current Conditions

*2024-12-02*

App will not pull up current conditions. Is this app even being maintained?

### 3/5 — More scope options

*2024-09-23, version 5.0.5*

Need to add vortex venom 5-25x56

### 2/5 — Crash

*2024-06-05, version 5.0.5*

Application qui crashe à la sélection de la munition

### 3/5 — Broken or inaccessible features

*2022-12-19, version 5.0.5*

I’ve had the MD Ballistics app on my iPhone for years. I am very familiar with the concepts and what the various inputs mean, however the reticle displayed goes back to another default reticle despite my having selected my specific Nightforce MOAR-F1. In training mode it displays my selected reticle, as soon as I deselect training mode, the reticle changes back to a default version. I also don’t have access to turn off spin drift - and my settings don’t match the online manual. I have literally spent hours going through this app trying to figure out how and where to change various settings and it is very frustrating. This program is either buggy, or the iPhone support is lacking.

### 4/5 — Mil-Dot Ballistics

*2022-09-04*

I use this app all the time. It’s a good app. My only complaint is it’s lacking major brand scope types like Trijicon.

### 1/5 — Zero support from developer

*2021-09-16*

This app has a lot of features however you cannot backup the data like you can with other apps. The app began to crash about 10  firmware updates ago upon opening. I waited it out, reached out to the developer multiple times over 2 years to discuss resolution with no response. I had over 30 profiles of custom drags models setup based on my reloading..lost.  Don’t waste your time or money on this app if you want to manage load Development.

### 5/5 — Add

*2021-09-08, version 5.0.5*

Can you guys add the vortex Diamondback tactical 4-16x40 rifle scope to your list?

### 1/5 — No Support

*2021-02-14*

This is supposedly version 5.05.  The manual is version 4.05 and doesn't come close to explaining many features. I bought the app many years ago and it was good.  It recently crashed so I had to purchase again.  Now it's garbage with NO SUPPORT.  HE'S JUST OUT FOR YOUR MONEY. Don't waste your money

### 3/5 — Good app . . . But

*2020-12-07*

The app has great potential, but things change, new scopes, reticles and bullets are added every year.  Without updates, especially for good quality scopes and major companies, the app is sadly lacking.

## Frequently asked questions about Mil

### What does Mil-Dot Ballistics do?

Mil-Dot Ballistics is an advanced ballistics calculator and range estimation tool. It provides real-time calculations to help users quickly determine range to targets and calculate ballistic trajectories for accurate shooting.

### What are the key features of Mil-Dot Ballistics?

Key features include fast range estimation, a 3DOF point mass ballistics engine, support for numerous reticle designs, an extensive bullet/cartridge library, and adjustments for atmospheric conditions, wind, and moving targets.

### How much does Mil-Dot Ballistics cost?

The application is a paid app, meaning there is an upfront cost to download and use it. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned.

### What devices is Mil-Dot Ballistics compatible with?

The app is designed for iPhone and iPad. A detailed user manual is available on the developer's website, www.rangetimesoftware.com, which may provide more specific compatibility information.

### What are common use cases for Mil-Dot Ballistics?

Common use cases include estimating range to targets at unknown distances, calculating bullet drop and windage for long-range shots, practicing range estimation skills in training mode, and adjusting for environmental factors like altitude and temperature.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.0.6 — 2026-06-02

Bug Fixes:
-Corrected menu color issues.
-Corrected issue with connecting to weather stations.

Updates:
-New reticle picker interface
-New ballistics library interface
-Added new reticles for Vortex Scopes (Venom and Diamondback Tactical)

### 5.0.5 — 2018-09-12

Corrected issue with ballistics engine not calculating out to full potential ranges.
Minor UI and performance improvements.

### 5.0.4 — 2018-06-13

Fixed crashing issue for iOS 10.3 users.

### 5.0.3 — 2018-06-07

Minor bug fixes.

### 5.0.2 — 2018-03-23

Fixed crashing bug on iPad when accessing the ballistics chart.

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## More apps by Tom Holsten

- [Mil-Dot Rangefinder](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mil-dot-rangefinder/id374556628)
- [Hand-Load 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hand-load-2/id1097533683)

All apps by Tom Holsten: https://appshunter.io/developer/374556631

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