ATN Ballistics vs RCBS Reloading App
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ATN Ballistics
This app connects to a compatible laser rangefinder to help you make precise scope adjustments for rifle shooting. It calculates the necessary turret clicks based on ballistic data and environmental factors, offering a user-friendly way to improve accuracy.
- Bluetooth rangefinder connection
- Point of Impact adjustments
- Ballistic profile saving
- Imperial/metric system selection
- MOA/MIL turret support
- Environmental data manipulation
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The ATN Ballistics app works in conjunction with the ATN Laser Ballistics Laser Range Finder Series. The LBLRF connects to your smart phone via Bluetooth in order to assist you in making Point of Impact adjustments using a traditional day rifle scope. This rangefinder offers an innovative and user-friendly approach. Connecting the rangefinder with your phone shows you exactly by how many clicks you need to adjust your scope turrets in order to hit the target. You are able to manipulate all ballistic information to generate the best shooting solution for your specific Day Scope and weapons platform. -You can save 5 Ballistic Profiles so you have your favorites ready when you need them. -You can select either imperial or metric system of measurement. -Works with both MOA and MIL turrets. -Ability to change environmental data. -Intuitive Graphical User Interface. -Ability to make absolute and relative click adjustments.
RCBS Reloading App
This app helps firearm enthusiasts manage their reloading process. It allows for precise control of compatible powder dispensers, logs detailed load data, and stores firearm profiles. Track your performance, environmental conditions, and even contact support directly.
- Control Bluetooth powder dispensers
- Save and export load data
- Store firearm profiles and details
- Log reloading session data
- Track environmental conditions
- On-screen calibration walkthrough
- Direct contact with support
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The RCBS Reloading App is perfect for any reloader! Not only can you operate the new ChargeMaster Link, Chargemaster Supreme and MatchMaster powder dispensers; our comprehensive Load Log gives any handloader the ability to save, store and even export their favorite load data. The Load log gives the handloader a convenient location to store your firearm profiles and critical information about each firearm including round count, barrel length, rifle twist and even scope height! The Load section allows the user to upload an image of their favorite group, and put in all critical information about the loads they are using! All the new RCBS powder dispensers are now Bluetooth enabled to provide direct control of your ChargeMaster Link, Supreme and MatchMaster from the intuitive app so you can control every handloading session. During your reloading session the app provides feedback on each charge, noting any over- or underthrows, number of charges thrown, start time and end time of you dispensing session. The app allows you to easily calibrate the scale and prepare your dispenser for your handloading session using the on-screen walkthrough. When you are ready to dispense power, select your mode (Auto or Manual), input your charge weight and start dispensing! Auto Dispense mode offers easy reloading with less user intervention, just place the empty pan back on the scale and the dispenser will automatically throw the next charge. Where manual dispense mode, the handloader will tell the unit to dispense your charge each time. If you are using the MatchMaster Powder dispenser you can set the unit to either standard mode (0.10 grain accuracy) or Match mode (0.04 grain accuracy) and also use the app to create custom powder configurations to fine tune your dispenser settings for improved speed and accuracy. You can save your powder configuration and edit them if necessary to improve your MatchMaster performance. KEY APP FEATURES All Dispensers (ChargeMaster Link, ChargeMaster Supreme, MatchMaster) + Easy-to-follow onscreen calibration + Quickly zero your scale for proper dispensing + Easy-to-use AUTO DISPENSE for faster reloading + MANUAL DISPENSE for incremental control + Log data to track your performance + Enter and save information for your firearms + Keep notes on each reloading session + Track weather and environmental data each time you shoot + Virtual Reloading Bench to keep track of all of your RCBS product + Contact Us – Reach out to RCBS Tech Service Directly from the APP MatchMaster Specific Features + Two distinct powder dispensing modes with two accuracy settings: + Set accuracy to MATCH MODE for fine-grain precision + Create and save custom powder configurations + Start with one of four dispensing speeds + Fine tune your dispense operations for speed and accuracy + Modify your dispense settings to improve them over time + Log data to track your performance + Enter and save information for your firearms + Keep notes on each reloading session + Track weather and environmental data each time you shoot
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: RCBS Reloading App at 4.7 against ATN Ballistics's 4.0. RCBS Reloading App also leads on ratings volume (1.2K vs 11). ATN Ballistics's advantage is monetization model (free vs ad-supported) and iOS requirement (10.3 vs 15.6). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
RCBS Reloading App holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RCBS Reloading App has 1.2K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 33% and 33% positive.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on August 18, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ATN Ballistics | RCBS Reloading App |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (11 ratings) | 4.7 (1.2K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | 33.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 11 | 1.2K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 10.3 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 35 MB | 75 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 17+ |
| Developer | ATN | Hodgdon/IMR Powder Co. |
Customer experience
ATN Ballistics
RCBS Reloading App
Bugs and requests
ATN Ballistics
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
RCBS Reloading App
Reported bugs
4 issues- Unable to pair with Charge Master Link
- Calibration process finishing with errors
- Dispensing not working properly in auto mode
- Connectivity issues between app and hardware
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to edit saved profiles
- Automatic profile selection on app open
- Streamlined dispensing workflow
- Running count of dispensed powder
In-app purchases
ATN Ballistics
No in-app purchases
RCBS Reloading App
No in-app purchases
Questions
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