Comparison

SubMOA Pro vs Ballistic X

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

Head to head
About

SubMOA Pro

This app helps shooting sports enthusiasts analyze target images, record shooting results, and manage firearm and reloading data. It offers cloud support for data backup and sharing, and calculates group size and point of impact.

Highlights
  • Analyze target images
  • Calculate group size and impact point
  • Record shooting results and conditions
  • Manage firearm and reloading data
  • Cloud support for data backup
  • Share analyzed target pictures
Features
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SubMOA Pro is a mobile app designed for shooting sports enthusiasts, especially precision rifle shooters. This version has all the features of free version plus cloud support through www.reloaderscloud.com. It allows users download their reloading data and firearm information to the device and link the shooting results to the reloading data. The target images and group analysis results were uploaded to server and free up spaces in the device. Features: 1. Use phone's back camera capture properly scaled target pictures 2. Allow pick target picture from device library 3. Allow manually set actual size on target picture 4. Allow re-analysis target 5. Calculate group size, point of impact by analyzing target picture 6. Generate analyzed target pictures for record keeping and easy sharing 7. Record equipment setup along with the target pictures 8. Record shooting conditions such as temperature, wind condition 9. Manage the records of shooting results 10. Share the target picture from Camera Roll 11. Allow analyze and record multiple groups on the same target 12. Allow user change font size of labels to create great target analysis image 13. Support metric system 14. Allow user select MOA or mil as accuracy unit. 15. Calculate group mean radius For pro version only: 16. Download reloading data from cloud 17. Download firearm data from cloud 18. Allow quickly switch firearm and ammo for shooting session 19. Upload target image and analysis results to free cloud account.

About

Ballistic X

This app helps shooters calculate shot groups and zero their rifles with an intuitive interface. It offers features for load development and precise turret adjustments, supporting various units and target types. An optional upgrade unlocks advanced statistical analysis tools.

Highlights
  • Shot group calculation
  • Rifle zero adjustment (ATZ)
  • Load development data
  • MOA/MIL or INCH/CM support
  • Advanced statistical analysis (In-App Purchase)
  • Cross-device sync (optional)
Features
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Ballistic-X: The Easiest Way to Calculate Shot Groups and Zero Your Rifle! Designed by shooters, for shooters, Ballistic-X offers a simple, intuitive interface allowing users to customize their experience through the Options Menu. Whether you prefer MOA/MIL or INCH/CM, the app works seamlessly with any target, including Steel. Key Features: - Included: Gain access to the core functionality of Ballistic-X with a single purchase. No subscriptions required for full access to essential tools! - Sync settings across multiple devices by signing in (optional, not required to use the app). - Offers useful data and labeling options that aid in Load Development. - The ATZ (Adjustment To Zero) feature helps you precisely adjust your turrets to bring your rifle to zero, saving you rounds and time. ATZ works dynamically at any range and supports all turret options. Simple Workflow: - Take an image of your target (within the app or from your library) - Designate reference size via Settings (default is 1") - Mark two points on the target corresponding to the reference (for grid or steel targets) - Input the distance from the target - Select the caliber used - Mark Point of Aim and Impacts - Add overlay, label, crop, and export/share - Adjust your optic according to ATZ Upgrade to the Advanced Toolkit (In-App Purchase): Unlock additional pro-level features with the Advanced Toolkit: Advanced Overlay Display Options: - Mean Radius - Circular Error Probable (CEP) - Radial Standard Deviation (SD) - Vertical SD - Horizontal SD - Mean Windage - Mean Elevation - Impact Selector - Export to CSV for further data analysis Ballistic-X is a community-driven app, committed to providing the best user experience possible, along with unbeatable customer service. Join the Ballistic-X community today and elevate your shooting precision! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.ballistic-x.com/privacy.html

Screenshots

SubMOA Pro1 screens
Ballistic X4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Ballistic X at 56% against SubMOA Pro's 8%. Ballistic X also leads on rating (3.8 vs 1.5) and ratings volume (147 vs 12). SubMOA Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and price ($4.99 vs $7.99). On update cadence, 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

SubMOA Pro costs $4.99 and Ballistic X $7.99 up front. Ballistic X sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. SubMOA Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Ballistic X holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 1.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ballistic X has 147 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 8% of SubMOA Pro's written reviews are positive against 56% of Ballistic X's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SubMOA Pro ships an update monthly, Ballistic X every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
SubMOA Pro versus Ballistic X: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSubMOA ProBallistic X
Price$4.99 — better$7.99
Rating1.5 (12 ratings)3.8 (147 ratings) — better
Positive reviews7.7% of reviews55.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings12147 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank—#13 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB107 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHaiyuan WangNomad Innovations, LLC

Customer experience

SubMOA Pro

All ratings12 ratings
Positive8.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative91.7%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive7.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative92.3%

Ballistic X

All ratings147 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral6.1%
Negative27.2%
Written reviews129 reviews
Positive55.8%
Neutral8.5%
Negative35.7%

Bugs and requests

SubMOA Pro

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Ballistic X

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes on launch
  • Photos rotate incorrectly
  • Overlay data not saving properly
  • Compatibility issues with older devices

Requested features

6 requests
  • Automatic impact detection
  • Ability to combine multiple groups on one target
  • More caliber options
  • Customizable overlay colors
  • Ability to rotate and adjust photos before overlay
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  • Statistical analysis of group variation

In-app purchases

None

SubMOA Pro

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Ballistic X

Subscriptions1
  • Advanced Toolkit Yearly$9.991 Year

Questions

Is SubMOA Pro free?
SubMOA Pro costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ballistic X free?
Ballistic X costs $7.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SubMOA Pro or Ballistic X?
Ballistic X is rated higher. SubMOA Pro averages 1.5 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Ballistic X averages 3.8 from 147 ratings.
Do SubMOA Pro or Ballistic X have ads?
Neither SubMOA Pro nor Ballistic X shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SubMOA Pro or Ballistic X?
SubMOA Pro ships an update monthly, and Ballistic X every 3 weeks. Most recently, SubMOA Pro was updated on October 12, 2026 and Ballistic X on October 16, 2026.

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