Comparison

Vihtavuori Reload vs LoadLab

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Vihtavuori Reload

This app assists with the reloading process and helps manage custom reloading recipes for various weapons and calibers. It provides easy access to the latest reloading data and information from the manufacturer.

Highlights
  • Manage reloading recipes
  • Create new recipes
  • Organize by weapon and caliber
  • Access latest reloading data
  • Print recipes via email
Features
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Reloading is an enjoyable and rewarding hobby that is easily conducted with safety. The essence of reloading safety is proper handling and storage of primers and powders. As important is strict following of the instructions given by the manufacturers of the reloading equipment as well as the reloading components. Attention paid to detail and patience ensures safety and quality. Vihtavuori Reload is application to help you with reloading process as well as to keep track on your reloading recipes. You can easily manage your current recipes as well as create new ones. Print out your recipes by sending those to your e-mail. Create recipes to as many weapons and calibres you want. Everything stays in order in Vihtavuori Reload. With Vihtavuori Reload you have easy access to latest Vihtavuori Reloading Data as well as other Vihtavuori information. For over 90 years, Vihtavuori has been known for producing high quality propellant with reliable ballistic performance, long shelf-Life and wide variety selection. All of our powders meet the strict requirements of both civilian and military needs

About

LoadLab

Features
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TRY IT FREE Start with a 2-week free trial — full access to every feature, no commitment. After your trial, subscribe to keep creating new sessions or continue reviewing your existing data for free with no gimmicks! JOIN THE COMMUNITY Connect with fellow precision shooters and reloaders in our Discord community (https://discord.gg/Xuu3rGGCTk). Share groups, compare loads, and help shape the future of LoadLab with direct feedback to the development team. Feel free to check us out on YouTube as well for more information at https://www.youtube.com/@SabreInnovations. subscribe to keep creating new sessions or continue reviewing your existing data for free.Stop guessing. Start measuring. LoadLab instantly analyzes your shooting groups from a single photo. HOW IT WORKS 1. Snap a photo of your target (or import from your library) 2. Calibrate with a known reference (ruler or steel gong) 3. Tap to mark your bullet holes 4. Get instant group measurements and statistics PRECISION MEASUREMENTS - Group Size (extreme spread) in MOA and inches/mm - Mean Radius — the truest measure of group consistency - Circular Error Probable (CEP) - Absolute Target Zero (ATZ) offset from point of aim - Per-shot coordinates and distance from center - Multi-bull target support for ladder tests and load comparison LOAD DEVELOPMENT TRACKING - Build and save reloading recipes with full component details - Track brass, bullets, powder charges, primers, and seating depth - Compare groups across different loads side by side - Equipment vault for managing firearms, optics, and components - Session logbook with searchable history BUILT FOR SERIOUS SHOOTERS - Works with paper targets, cardboard, and steel gongs - Supports any caliber from .17 HMR to .50 BMG - Imperial and metric units - Export and share annotated target photos - iPad optimized with adaptive layouts YOUR DATA, YOUR DEVICE All session data is stored locally on your device and syncs seamlessly across all your Apple devices. Download LoadLab and take the guesswork out of your next range day. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://sabreinnovations.com/loadlab/privacy

Screenshots

Vihtavuori Reload4 screens
LoadLab4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Vihtavuori Reload at none against LoadLab's 3. Vihtavuori Reload also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). LoadLab's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 7 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. LoadLab sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Vihtavuori Reload asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Vihtavuori Reload ships an update every 7 months, LoadLab every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Vihtavuori Reload versus LoadLab: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVihtavuori ReloadLoadLab
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (28 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews28.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings28 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size158 MB34 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperRightSpot LtdCraig Fisher

In-app purchases

None

Vihtavuori Reload

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

LoadLab

Subscriptions2
  • LoadLab Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • LoadLab Pro Yearly$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • LoadLab Pro LifetimeFree

Questions

Is Vihtavuori Reload free?
Vihtavuori Reload is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LoadLab free?
LoadLab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Vihtavuori Reload or LoadLab have ads?
Neither Vihtavuori Reload nor LoadLab shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Vihtavuori Reload or LoadLab?
Vihtavuori Reload ships an update every 7 months, and LoadLab every 6 days. Most recently, Vihtavuori Reload was updated on November 2, 2026 and LoadLab on October 16, 2026.

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