Comparison

Ballistic X vs RangeDay

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
Currently charting
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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

RangeDay

This app helps shooters improve their accuracy by calculating group sizes and providing personalized feedback. It offers features to analyze shot placements, adjust turrets, and share results, transforming training sessions.

Highlights
  • Instant group size calculation
  • Dynamic ATZ for turret adjustments
  • Digital shooting coach with RangeIQ
  • Shareable target results
  • Intuitive interface for quick analysis
  • Detailed training insights
Features
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Range Day: Shoot Better, Group Tighter, and Zero Faster with the Ultimate Shooting Digital Coach and Group Size Calculator! Designed for shooters by shooters, our app is your reliable range buddy, perfect for hunters, competitive shooters, and firearms enthusiasts looking to measure and improve precision. Effortlessly calculate MOA or inches/cm on any target—paper, steel, or custom—straight from your phone. Now with RangeIQ, your digital shooting coach that analyzes your groups to provide detailed feedback and drill suggestions. ▶ Key Features: • Instant Group Size Calculation: Quickly capture an image of your target and measure your small groups accurately in MOA or inches/cm. • Dynamic ATZ (Adjustment To Zero): Precisely adjust elevation and windage turrets to achieve perfect zero, reducing ammo waste and maximizing range training efficiency. • Digital Shooting Coach: Get real-time feedback on your shot groups from a digital shooting coach, powered by RangeIQ. Your coach analyzes your stats to suggest drills and improvements for your next session. • Share Easily: Instantly export and share your targets, results, and improvements with friends, coaches, or on social media to track your progress and celebrate your achievements. • Intuitive Interface: Simple, fast workflow—capture, mark your points of aim and impacts, and get instant feedback with clear ballistic metrics. • Training Insights: Leverage detailed analysis for consistent improvement, making your range sessions more productive. ▶ Calculations include: • Group Size (MOA/cm) • Overall Width & Height • Mean Radius • ATZ (Adjustment to Zero) • Elevation Offset • Windage Offset • Distance to Target ▶ Ideal for: • People who spend time at the range looking to improve accuracy and efficiency. • Precision shooters chasing subMOA accuracy. • Hunters fine-tuning their rifles for perfect shot placement. • Enthusiasts seeking advanced ballistic data without complexity. Forget complicated calculations and expensive gear—use the ultimate digital coach and shot group calculator that fits right in your pocket. Join thousands of satisfied shooters, hunters, and professionals who have upgraded their range experience. Download now and transform your training sessions today! * GROUP SIZE CALCULATION, DYNAMIC ATZ, DIGITAL SHOOTING COACH, SHARING, AND TRAINING INSIGHTS REQUIRE A SUBSCRIPTION. TERMS: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ PRIVACY POLICY: https://www.rangedayapp.com/privacy

Screenshots

Ballistic X4 screens
RangeDay4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: RangeDay at Free against Ballistic X's $7.99. RangeDay also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.7) and review sentiment (75% vs 57%). Ballistic X's advantage is chart position (#14 vs unranked) and ratings volume (140 vs 42). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

RangeDay 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 RangeDay sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RangeDay holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 140 and 42 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Ballistic X's written reviews are positive against 75% of RangeDay's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ballistic X ships an update every 3 weeks, RangeDay weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Ballistic X versus RangeDay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBallistic XRangeDay
Price$7.99Free — better
Rating3.7 (140 ratings)4.5 (42 ratings) — better
Positive reviews56.9% of reviews75.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings140 — better42
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank#14 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.415.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size112 MB49 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperNomad Innovations, LLCSicong Liu

Customer experience

Ballistic X

All ratings140 ratings
Positive65.7%
Neutral6.4%
Negative27.9%
Written reviews123 reviews
Positive56.9%
Neutral8.9%
Negative34.1%

RangeDay

All ratings42 ratings
Positive88.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.9%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

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

RangeDay

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Ballistic X

Subscriptions1
  • Advanced Toolkit Yearly$9.991 Year
4 purchases

RangeDay

Subscriptions4
  • RangeDay Pro - Weekly$1.997 Days
  • RangeDay Pro - 1 Month$7.991 Month
  • RangeDay Pro - 1 Year3 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • RangeDay Pro - Annual$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Ballistic X free?
Ballistic X costs $7.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is RangeDay free?
RangeDay is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Ballistic X or RangeDay?
RangeDay is rated higher. Ballistic X averages 3.7 out of 5 from 140 ratings, while RangeDay averages 4.5 from 42 ratings.
Do Ballistic X or RangeDay have ads?
Neither Ballistic X nor RangeDay shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ballistic X or RangeDay?
Ballistic X ships an update every 3 weeks, and RangeDay weekly. Most recently, Ballistic X was updated on September 20, 2026 and RangeDay on September 19, 2026.

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