Comparison

Ballistic X vs PaceMaster Timer

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

PaceMaster Timer

This app provides customizable timers with various alert options to help you manage your pace during workouts, tasks, or any timed activity. It offers haptic feedback and voice or beep alerts for seamless timing.

Highlights
  • Customizable timers
  • Start, halfway, and countdown alerts
  • Haptic feedback
  • Voice or beep alerts
  • Save custom timers
Features
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Master your timing with PaceMaster Timer, the ultimate companion for precision in any activity. Whether you’re pacing a workout, managing a session, or tracking a task that demands perfect rhythm, this app keeps you in control of your pace. Say hello to effortless timing across a variety of pursuits—perfect for physical activities, cooking, sports, and much more. Key Features: - Customizable Timers: Craft and save timers tailored to your unique needs. - Alert Settings: Stay on track with start, halfway, 10-second countdown alerts as well as custom alerts. - Haptic Feedback: Feel the pace with adjustable haptic cues—no need to glance at your watch. - Voice or Beep Alerts: Choose voice announcements or beeps to suit your alert style. Designed to help you maintain composure during time-sensitive tasks, PaceMaster Timer ensures you never miss a beat. Take charge of your pace—download PaceMaster Timer today!

Screenshots

Ballistic X4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: PaceMaster Timer at Free against Ballistic X's $7.99. PaceMaster Timer also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 56%) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Ballistic X's advantage is ratings volume (147 vs 3) and chart position (#7 vs unranked). On rating, update cadence, ads 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

PaceMaster Timer is free to download; Ballistic X costs $7.99 up front. Ballistic X sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. PaceMaster Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.8 for Ballistic X against 3.7 for PaceMaster Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ballistic X has 147 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 56% of Ballistic X's written reviews are positive against 100% of PaceMaster Timer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ballistic X ships an update every 3 weeks, PaceMaster Timer monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Ballistic X versus PaceMaster Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBallistic XPaceMaster Timer
Price$7.99Free — better
Rating3.8 (147 ratings) — better3.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews55.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings147 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#7 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.413.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNomad Innovations, LLCBrendon Crowe

Customer experience

Ballistic X

All ratings147 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral6.1%
Negative27.2%
Written reviews129 reviews
Positive55.8%
Neutral8.5%
Negative35.7%

PaceMaster Timer

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

PaceMaster Timer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Ballistic X

Subscriptions1
  • Advanced Toolkit Yearly$9.991 Year
None

PaceMaster Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ballistic X free?
Ballistic X costs $7.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is PaceMaster Timer free?
PaceMaster Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Ballistic X or PaceMaster Timer?
Ballistic X is rated higher. Ballistic X averages 3.8 out of 5 from 147 ratings, while PaceMaster Timer averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do Ballistic X or PaceMaster Timer have ads?
Neither Ballistic X nor PaceMaster Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ballistic X or PaceMaster Timer?
Ballistic X ships an update every 3 weeks, and PaceMaster Timer monthly. Most recently, Ballistic X was updated on October 20, 2026 and PaceMaster Timer on October 3, 2026.

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