Comparison

Ballistic X vs MatchDirector

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

MatchDirector

Features
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MatchDirector is the stage design and match-day scoring tool built for competitive shooting match directors and range officers. DESIGN STAGES ON THE CANVAS Drag-and-drop stage designer with USPSA, IDPA and Steel Challenge props: paper targets, no-shoots, poppers, plates, walls, barricades, barrels, fault lines and shooting boxes. Grid snap, rotation, real bay dimensions in feet, undo and redo. WRITTEN STAGE BRIEFINGS, AUTOMATICALLY Round counts and target counts are calculated from what you placed on the canvas. Add the start position, procedure and scoring type, and export the finished stage brief as a PDF or image straight from the share sheet. SCORE MATCH DAY AT THE BAY Download a match pack once, then run the whole match with no signal: stages, squads and competitors are on the device. Score each shooter with a fast, purpose-built score sheet — hits, misses, no-shoots, procedurals and time — with auto-advance to the next shooter in the squad. Steel Challenge and multi-string stages are supported. HAND THE DEVICE TO A RANGE OFFICER Scoring mode locks the app to the score sheet so a shared tablet cannot wander; leaving it takes Face ID or your passcode. SYNC BETWEEN DEVICES WITHOUT INTERNET Several devices scoring the same match sync peer to peer over the local network, with conflict review when two officers scored the same shooter. REGISTRATION AND RESULTS Import your registration roster from CSV, manage squads and shoot order, and review standings, hit factors and stage percentages in the results and matrix views. BUILT FOR THE RANGE Works on iPhone and iPad, offline first, with your work auto-saved as you go. Free to use. Made by match directors, for match directors.

Screenshots

Ballistic X4 screens
MatchDirector4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: MatchDirector at Free against Ballistic X's $7.99. MatchDirector also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). Ballistic X's advantage is chart position (#4 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). On 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

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Ballistic X versus MatchDirector: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBallistic XMatchDirector
Price$7.99Free — better
Rating3.8 (147 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews55.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings147 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#4 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.4 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNomad Innovations, LLCCOMPETITIVE METRICS LLC

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

MatchDirector

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Ballistic X

Subscriptions1
  • Advanced Toolkit Yearly$9.991 Year
None

MatchDirector

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ballistic X free?
Ballistic X costs $7.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is MatchDirector free?
MatchDirector is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Ballistic X or MatchDirector have ads?
Neither Ballistic X nor MatchDirector shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ballistic X or MatchDirector?
Ballistic X ships an update every 3 weeks, and MatchDirector every 3 weeks. Most recently, Ballistic X was updated on October 20, 2026 and MatchDirector on October 22, 2026.

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