# Laser Shooter vs Shot Timer

The clearest difference is rating: Shot Timer at 4.1 against Laser Shooter's 1.0. Shot Timer also leads on ratings volume (452 vs 1) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Laser Shooter sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Shot Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Shot Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shot Timer has 452 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Laser Shooter | Shot Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/laser-shooter/id1174671176/reviews) | **[4.1 (452 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shot-timer-range-trainer/id1566003865/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **452** |
| Positive reviews | — | 22.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 39 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [洪发 蔡](https://appshunter.io/developer/1153488576) | [Daniel Yaakob](https://appshunter.io/developer/1538646536) |

## What reviewers say

### Laser Shooter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/laser-shooter/id1174671176)

This app provides a professional assistant for shooting training, offering basic and sport-specific stages. It integrates with laser simulation devices and AR to create an interactive system for improving skills. Analyze your performance and compete globally.

**Highlights:** Basic shooting training stages, Sport-specific training (IPSC, IDPA, 3GUN), Tactical shooting courses (military/police), AR integration with laser simulation devices, Interactive target system, Performance data analysis, Global shooter rankings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Standard User | $8.99 | one-time |
| IPSC Switching Target Training | $8.99 | one-time |
| Double Circle Steel Target | $8.99 | one-time |
| Double Square Steel Target | $8.99 | one-time |
| IDPA PT/Human-shaped ST | $8.99 | one-time |
| IPSC PT/Human-shaped ST | $8.99 | one-time |
| IDPA PT/Circle ST | $8.99 | one-time |
| IPSC PT/Circle ST | $8.99 | one-time |
| Fast Shooting of Poppers | $8.99 | one-time |
| IPSC Fast Shooting | $14.99 | one-time |


### Shot Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shot-timer-range-trainer/id1566003865)

Enhance your shooting practice with a customizable timer and personalized coaching tips. Track your progress by attaching photos to drill history and set specific goals for each session.

**Highlights:** Multiple drill types, Personalized coaching tips, Attach photos to drill history, Adjustable timer settings, Set par time goals, Microphone sensitivity adjustment

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Shot pick up
- 👍 Good app for dry fire practice
- 👍 Decent basic training tool

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't register shots in dry fire or live fire
- 🐛 Unreliable, inconsistent shot detection
- 🔇 Low sound volume, can't be adjusted
- 🔇 Volume automatically turns down during use
- 🔒 Limited functionality even in premium version

**Reported bugs**

- Registers unholstering as a shot
- Randomly registers shots even in silent environments
- Countdown timer doesn't work as expected

**Requested features**

- Add support for Bluetooth hearing protection
- Allow timing of multiple shots and strings
- Add more customizable drill options
- Improve accuracy and consistency of shot detection


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Laser Shooter free?

Laser Shooter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Shot Timer free?

Shot Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Laser Shooter or Shot Timer?

Shot Timer is rated higher. Laser Shooter averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Shot Timer averages 4.1 from 452 ratings.

### Do Laser Shooter or Shot Timer have ads?

Neither Laser Shooter nor Shot Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Laser Shooter or Shot Timer?

Laser Shooter ships an update every 2 weeks, and Shot Timer every 2 weeks. Most recently, Laser Shooter was updated on October 2, 2026 and Shot Timer on October 18, 2026.

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