Comparison

Ballistic X vs Eagle Ballistics

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

Head to head
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

About

Eagle Ballistics

This app provides advanced ballistics calculations for long-range shooting and competitive marksmanship. It offers detailed environmental adjustments, wind correction, and trajectory predictions. A free version is available with limitations, alongside tiered subscriptions for enhanced features and range.

Highlights
  • Fast and accurate ballistic engine
  • Environmental and wind correction
  • Gyroscopic stability analysis
  • Built-in documentation and videos
  • PRS mode for multi-target and moving targets
  • Bluetooth connectivity for sensors and rangefinders
Features
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A full featured ballistics app for long range hunters and PRS shooters. Incredibly fast and accurate ballistic engine. Many calibration and setup tools. Detailed documentation is built-in. Free Download includes almost all features with 100yd Range limitation. Paid subscriptions: * Lite Subscription: Most features are available up to 500yd * Long Range: No range limit * PRS: Multi-Target and Moving Targets Documentation and Videos * Detailed Built-in Documentation for all Features * Videos: see http://eagleballistics.com Ballistic Engine * Ballistic Coefficient * Gyroscopic Stability * Air: Temperature, Pressure, Humidity, Density * Wind: Cross, Head/Tail * Angle Modified Range * Spin Drift * Aerodynamic Jump * Coriolis (horizontal) * Vertical Eotvos * Gravity Adjustment * Tripod shooting error correction * Valley Wind Correction Calculations * Max-ordinate calculation * Retained Energy on Impact * Retained Velocity on impact * Flight Time * Speed of Sound * Transonic Zone Wind * Manual Entry * Bluetooth Wind Meter Supported iPhone Sensors * Latitude from internal GPS * Station Pressure * Camera * Screen Ruler * Angle Sensor for Inclination * Compass for Azimuth Bluetooth Connectivity * Most Range Finders * Most Environmental Sensors * Most Wind Meters Warning * Excessive bullet RPM * Insufficient Gyroscope Stability * Max Hunting Range for Lead/Copper Bullets Units * MOA or MIL Scope Turrets * Imperial and Metric Units Built in Tools & Calibration * Scope Correction Factor Calculator * Ballistic Coefficient and Muzzle Velocity Truing * Scope Height: Visual Ruler or Calipers * Zero Height & Offset: Visual Ruler * Ranging with Reticle and/or Animal Size * Target Inclination and Azimuth * Target Speed * Wind Average Databases * Rifle (Max 30 Rifles) * Bullets Library * Lane/Targets Range Cards * Standard Drop Table * Wind Variation Table * Detailed Target Analysis * Rifle Stock Table PRS Mode * Multiple Lanes with Multiple Targets * Instant Calculation and Update for All Targets * Relative Wind According to Target Azimuth * Allows Wind Variation Settings * Moving Target Lead Calculation Diagnostics * Sensitive Analysis * Accuracy Analysis License: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://eagleballistics.com/privacy-policy Patent No .: US 11,415,592 B2

Screenshots

Ballistic X4 screens
Eagle Ballistics4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Eagle Ballistics at Free against Ballistic X's $7.99. Eagle Ballistics also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.7) and review sentiment (75% vs 57%). Ballistic X's advantage is chart position (#20 vs unranked) and ratings volume (140 vs 30). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Eagle Ballistics is free to download; Ballistic X costs $7.99 up front. Ballistic X sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year and Eagle Ballistics sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Eagle Ballistics holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 140 and 30 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Ballistic X's written reviews are positive against 75% of Eagle Ballistics's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ballistic X ships an update every 3 weeks, Eagle Ballistics monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Ballistic X versus Eagle Ballistics: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBallistic XEagle Ballistics
Price$7.99Free — better
Rating3.7 (140 ratings)4.8 (30 ratings) — better
Positive reviews56.7% of reviews75.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings140 — better30
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#20 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.416.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size112 MB10 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperNomad Innovations, LLCEagle Ballistics LLC

Customer experience

Ballistic X

All ratings140 ratings
Positive65.7%
Neutral6.4%
Negative27.9%
Written reviews127 reviews
Positive56.7%
Neutral8.7%
Negative34.6%

Eagle Ballistics

All ratings30 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral3.3%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative12.5%

Bugs and 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

Eagle Ballistics

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Ballistic X

Subscriptions1
  • Advanced Toolkit Yearly$9.991 Year
6 purchases

Eagle Ballistics

Subscriptions6
  • Lite$2.991 Month
  • Long Range Monthly$4.991 Month
  • PRS$9.991 Month
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  • Lite$14.991 Year
  • Long Range$24.991 Year
  • PRS$74.991 Year

Questions

Is Ballistic X free?
Ballistic X costs $7.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Eagle Ballistics free?
Eagle Ballistics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Ballistic X or Eagle Ballistics?
Eagle Ballistics is rated higher. Ballistic X averages 3.7 out of 5 from 140 ratings, while Eagle Ballistics averages 4.8 from 30 ratings.
Do Ballistic X or Eagle Ballistics have ads?
Neither Ballistic X nor Eagle Ballistics shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ballistic X or Eagle Ballistics?
Ballistic X ships an update every 3 weeks, and Eagle Ballistics monthly. Most recently, Ballistic X was updated on September 25, 2026 and Eagle Ballistics on September 9, 2026.

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