Comparison

Ballistics vs Range Companion

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

Head to head
About

Ballistics

This app provides advanced ballistics calculations for riflemen, featuring multiple calculation methods, a comprehensive bullet database, and real-time adjustment updates. It offers custom virtual meters for environmental data and supports unlimited rifle/ammo configurations.

Highlights
  • Multiple ballistics calculation methods (Point Mass, Siacci, Pejsa)
  • Comprehensive bullet database (3500+ entries)
  • Real-time elevation/windage adjustment updates
  • Custom virtual meters (Anemometer, Inclinometer, etc.)
  • Unlimited rifle/ammo configuration storage
  • Airgun mode with muzzle energy input
  • Stadiametric reticles with aiming pointers
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Every smart rifleman needs Ballistics... Nimoh® Ballistics is unique across the entire smartphone marketplace in terms of practical features not found in any other ballistics application in the world and a professional smartphone user interface unrivalled in versatility. Aside from all of the standard features expected of a ballistics application, all the following unparalleled features included: 1. All three main modern ballistics methods – Point Mass, Siacci, and Pejsa, implemented correctly and accurately 2. Single System Console where all important data variables, turret adjustments, and sight picture are displayed 3. Custom virtual meters for input variables, beautifully crafted, including Anemometer, Wind Direction Indicator, Inclinometer, Compass and Hygrometer/thermometer 4. Up-to-date, 3500+ strong Bullet Database, all from manufacturer’s catalogues only – stored with manufacturer’s catalogue numbers and manufacturer only data – no spurious information from unofficial sources 5. Number selection dials for quick and easy input of numerical data – no cumbersome text boxes 6. Airgun mode which amongst other things, allows for muzzle energy input, accounting for the subsequent change in muzzle velocity, and allow when pellet is changed to another of a differing weight 7. Full user enable/disable help documentation available from all primary application pages to ensure correct operation 8. Instant elevation/windage adjustment value updates in real-time when any input variable is changed – no clumsy, extra-step ‘Done’, ‘OK’ or ‘Calculate’ etc. buttons 9. Instant saving of all variables to the application database – no inconvenient ‘Save’, ‘Close’, or ‘Store’ etc. buttons to be remembered. When the application is started, it starts where last left 11. Store an unlimited number of rifle/ammo configurations 12. Inline reformatting of range table plot intervals to facilitate easy reading – long range shooters can set intervals up to 500 yards or metres – air gunners as low as 1 yard or metre 13. Supports both portrait and landscape mode with neat navigable layout! 14. Aiming pointers on (low-cost, in-app purchased) stadiametric reticles for real-time target acquisition. Don’t simply take our word for it – try it! After all it’s free!

About

Range Companion

Features
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Range Companion is the ultimate training tool designed to accompany you during your range sessions, enhancing your shooting experience and aiding in your training efforts. Whether you're a novice shooter looking to improve your skills or a seasoned marksman honing your precision, Range Companion is here to support you every step of the way. With features like the MOA Calculator, Bullet Drop Reference, and Beep Generator, this app equips you with the necessary tools to optimize your training sessions and elevate your shooting proficiency. Key Features: MOA Calculator: Empower yourself with precise Minute of Angle (MOA) calculations for your rifle scope adjustments. Input your target distance, bullet trajectory, and wind conditions, and let Range Companion compute the exact MOA adjustments needed for elevation and windage. This feature ensures that you make accurate corrections, enabling you to hit your target with precision. Bullet Drop Reference: Access comprehensive bullet drop reference charts tailored to various calibers and bullet weights. Simply select your caliber and bullet type, and Range Companion provides you with detailed bullet drop data for different distances. By understanding and compensating for bullet drop, you can maintain accuracy across varying shooting distances, ultimately improving your overall performance on the range. Beep Generator: Take your training sessions to the next level with the Beep Generator feature. Customize beep intervals and duration according to your training regimen. Whether you're practicing rapid-fire drills, timed target engagements, or improving your reaction times, the Beep Generator adds an element of challenge and focus to your training, helping you develop better shooting habits and reflexes.

Screenshots

Ballistics4 screens
Range Companion2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Range Companion at none against Ballistics's 15. Range Companion also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Ballistics sells 15 one-off in-app purchases. Range Companion asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ballistics ships an update every 2 months, Range Companion daily. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Ballistics versus Range Companion: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBallisticsRange Companion
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (69 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews45.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings69 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS14.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNimoh ScientificDayat Enterprises, INC

In-app purchases

15 purchases

Ballistics

One-time15
  • Primary Arms$2.99
  • Generic$2.99
  • Burris Optics$2.99
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  • Leupold & Stevens$2.99
  • SWFA SS$2.99
  • Vortex Optics$2.99
  • Hawke Optics$2.99
  • Nightforce$2.99
  • Athlon Optics$2.99
  • Sightron USA$2.99
  • Vector Optics$2.99
  • Zeiss$2.99
  • Schmidt & Bender$2.99
  • Steiner$2.99
  • March$2.99
None

Range Companion

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ballistics free?
Ballistics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Range Companion free?
Range Companion is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Ballistics or Range Companion have ads?
Neither Ballistics nor Range Companion shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ballistics or Range Companion?
Ballistics ships an update every 2 months, and Range Companion daily. Most recently, Ballistics was updated on October 24, 2026 and Range Companion on October 4, 2026.

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