Comparison

Ballistic X vs DOPE Long Range Shooting Log

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

DOPE Long Range Shooting Log

Features
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DOPE (Data On Previous Engagements) is a professional, 100% private, offline-first shooting logbook built by a shooter for shooters. Designed to replace paper range notebooks, DOPE lets you record scope adjustments, atmospheric conditions, target positions, and plot shot groupings directly on virtual targets. KEY FEATURES: • 100% PRIVATE & OFFLINE-FIRST All your data – firearms inventory, ammunition records, range locations, and target photos – is saved strictly inside a local database on your device (SQLite). No account registration, no telemetry, no tracking servers, and zero ads. You maintain total control over your data with built-in JSON/ZIP backup export and import. • RANGE CONDITIONS & GPS LOGGING - Automatic or manual range location logging with GPS coordinates, map integration, and altitude (m a.s.l.). - Complete weather tracking: temperature, humidity, absolute station pressure, and wind speed/direction. - Built-in absolute pressure calculator and integration with Open-Meteo API for quick weather data fetching. • FIREARMS & AMMUNITION INVENTORY Keep a clear chronicler's record of your rifles and loadouts. The app automatically suggests your previously used rifles, calibers, and ammo for new entries to save time at the range. • SCOPE SETTINGS & CORRECTIONS Log your optic settings and turrets in MRAD, MOA, or clicks. Compare suggested ballistic corrections (e.g. from Lapua Ballistics) with actual scope adjustments used during firing. • VIRTUAL TARGET PLOTTING & GROUP CALCULATION - Plot bullet hits directly on your phone screen with simple touch controls. - Integrated magnifier tool to precisely align hit points against a millimeter grid. - Automatic group size and dispersion calculations in mm, MRAD, and MOA. - Support for multiple targets per entry and adding real target photos. • CLOUD SYNC AND BACKUP - Sync data between all your devices. - Store a secure back-up in cloud. - App can work offline and sync data later. Project website: https://dope.cenybroni.pl

Screenshots

Ballistic X4 screens
DOPE Long Range Shooting Log4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DOPE Long Range Shooting Log at none against Ballistic X's 1. DOPE Long Range Shooting Log also leads on price ($6.99 vs $7.99). Ballistic X's advantage is chart position (#4 vs unranked). On update cadence, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Ballistic X costs $7.99 and DOPE Long Range Shooting Log $6.99 up front. Ballistic X sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. DOPE Long Range Shooting Log asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ballistic X ships an update every 3 weeks, DOPE Long Range Shooting Log monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Ballistic X versus DOPE Long Range Shooting Log: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBallistic XDOPE Long Range Shooting Log
Price$7.99$6.99 — better
Rating3.8 (147 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews55.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings147 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#4 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.416.4
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB47 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNomad Innovations, LLCTomasz Dunia

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

DOPE Long Range Shooting Log

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Ballistic X

Subscriptions1
  • Advanced Toolkit Yearly$9.991 Year
None

DOPE Long Range Shooting Log

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ballistic X free?
Ballistic X costs $7.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is DOPE Long Range Shooting Log free?
DOPE Long Range Shooting Log costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Ballistic X or DOPE Long Range Shooting Log have ads?
Neither Ballistic X nor DOPE Long Range Shooting Log shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ballistic X or DOPE Long Range Shooting Log?
Ballistic X ships an update every 3 weeks, and DOPE Long Range Shooting Log monthly. Most recently, Ballistic X was updated on October 20, 2026 and DOPE Long Range Shooting Log on October 12, 2026.

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