Comparison

AAA vs ArrowNotes

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

Head to head
About

AAA

This app helps archers track their performance, analyze hit patterns, and improve their technique. It allows for detailed recording and graphical representation of results, with features like arrow set management and Apple Watch integration.

Highlights
  • Numerical and graphical hit detection
  • Hit pattern evaluation
  • Create custom events
  • Manage arrow sets
  • Apple Watch integration
  • Export data via email
Features
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AAA stands for Archery Analysis App. The app will help archery to keep an overview of their own results. However, it also serves to identify tendencies in the hit pattern and thus the own technique, in order to eliminate or correct these as quickly as possible. This also increases the motivation and creates an incentive to develop further and further in order to ultimately improve his or her personal results. Individual events can be created according to various criteria and the respective result can be recorded both numerically and graphically. In competition / training, you always have an overview of all ends, the total result, result of both runs, average, hit image, center position, standard deviation. Filters in various places help to shape the view according to your own wishes so that the whole is always clear. Arrow sets can be created / managed via the quiver function and then assigned to the individual events. On Twitter, others can follow live events (with existing Twitteraccount). Unique is the connection to the Apple Watch to record the hits, to see all the ends and to quickly control the center location and the scattering of all previous hits. The app is constantly developed under the help of various shooters. List of some features included: • Numerical / graphical hit detection on the iPhone AND the Apple Watch • Hit image evaluation on the iPhone AND the Apple Watch • Create events according to various criteria • Already shot ends can be corrected / changed at any time • Display statistical data such as the center location, average standard deviation, and so on • Graph the chronology for the overall result and the average of all events • Quiver function to create / manage arrow sets • Arrow sets can be assigned to the events • Hits are matched to the selected arrow diameter • English short help • Backup and recovery of all results • Export the data by email, to a browser, etc. • Import data from others (from received emails) • Faces for various disciplines selectable • If appropriate, analyze individual arrows • Twitter to allow others to compete • Create and export score cards

About

ArrowNotes

Features
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ArrowNotes was built from real-world practice – out of the need for an app that lets you record arrows quickly, without distractions, and without rigid constraints. Whether in training or competition, a few seconds after each end should be enough to capture your results and refocus on shooting. That is exactly what ArrowNotes is designed for. The app deliberately avoids unnecessary complexity while providing a solid foundation for evaluation, analysis, and structure. Many features are already available, with more being added step by step – all with the goal of turning ArrowNotes into a powerful yet clear and focused companion app for archers over the long term. The free version of ArrowNotes is fully functional and includes all essential features for recording and analyzing training sessions and competitions – no subscription, no recurring costs. Rounds & Ends - Create rounds using different templates, target faces, and diameters - Record arrows via target face (with markers) keypad or photo - Add matches within a round to record competitions - Automatic scores, averages, and hit rates - Free recording without fixed limits: no predefined number of ends per round – ideal for training sessions of unknown length - Save, edit, or delete ends - Filter by type (training/competition), location (indoor/outdoor), and time period - Currently supported target faces: WA/FITA 10-ring, WA/FITA 5-ring, WA/FITA 6-ring, WA/FITA 3-spot, WA Field, WA Field 3-spot Competition and Matches - Olympic set system (2/1/0 set points) and cumulative compound scoring - Individual, team, and mixed team—six WA formats - Set scores, set list, and winners at a glance, including tiebreakers Statistics - Ring distribution in percent - Ring distribution by number of arrows per ring - Average score per end - Number of arrows (recorded, manual, and total) - Filters by time period (week, month, year, custom), type (training/competition), and location (indoor/outdoor) - Trend visualization - Access round-specific statistics with a swipe - Shot pattern analysis per round, including deviation and average spread Equipment & Setups - Manage bows, limbs, sights, arrows, and accessories - Save multiple setups per bow - Store sight settings per bow-sight combination and distance - Currently supported bow types: Recurve, Barebow, Compound, and Longbow Arrow Counter - Manually record arrows outside of rounds - Daily tracking of recorded arrows - History with daily totals that can be deleted if needed Timer - Fully configurable timers with preparation, shooting, and warning times - Optional haptic and/or acoustic signals Apple Watch Integration - Use your Apple Watch as a remote control - View the latest round with all ends - Record a new end using the keypad - Edit or delete existing ends - Set up and start the timer - View round-specific statistics - Arrow counter for manual arrow tracking Sync & Backup - Local storage with optional iCloud synchronization - Data export and import via file Settings - Customize language, appearance, distances, and templates - Choose target face, keypad or photo as the default input method - Light, dark, or system appearance

Screenshots

AAA4 screens
ArrowNotes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ArrowNotes at Free against AAA's $1.99. ArrowNotes also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). AAA's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.2). On ads, in-app purchases 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

ArrowNotes is free to download; AAA costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AAA ships an update every 3 months, ArrowNotes monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
AAA versus ArrowNotes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAAAArrowNotes
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews38.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAxel IlenburgMAX TILMANN SCHRODER

In-app purchases

None

AAA

No in-app purchases

None

ArrowNotes

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AAA free?
AAA costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is ArrowNotes free?
ArrowNotes is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do AAA or ArrowNotes have ads?
Neither AAA nor ArrowNotes shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AAA or ArrowNotes?
AAA ships an update every 3 months, and ArrowNotes monthly. Most recently, AAA was updated on September 22, 2026 and ArrowNotes on September 19, 2026.

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