Comparison

Microballistics vs Referee Tools

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

Head to head
About

Microballistics

A highly accurate ballistic calculator for firearms and air rifles. It predicts wind deflection with steep shooting angles and offers features like projectile comparison and reticle reference printing. Includes a large database of ammunition types.

Highlights
  • Precise ballistic calculations
  • Wind deflection prediction for steep angles
  • Ballistic comparison of different projectiles
  • Printable reticle references and tables
  • Large database of projectiles
  • Bluetooth laser rangefinder integration
Features
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This is one of the most precise ballistic calculators. The results are verified in the field, it outperforms competition in predicting wind deflection with steep shooting angles. Special features include ballistic comparison of different projectiles, printing out reticle references and ballistic tables. We have a large database of projectiles for air rifles, rimfire and centerfire cartridges. This calculator works with a range of Bluetooth laser rangefinders and can be used to program standalone ballistic rangefinders.

About

Referee Tools

This app provides essential tools for referees, including a timer, whistle sounds, and penalty card displays. It supports various sports like soccer and rugby, with customizable options for countdowns, count-ups, and card colors.

Highlights
  • Adjustable timer (countdown/count up)
  • Multiple whistle sounds
  • Full-screen penalty card display
  • Customizable card colors
  • Sound alerts for countdown timer
Features
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Simple and easy-to-use referee tool app. It can be used when refereeing soccer, rugby, handball, etc. ● Basic functions 1. Timer function Tap the time to start the timer. If you want to stop it, tap it again. The timer can be set to “countdown” or “count up”. When "countdown" is selected, a sound can be played when the timer reaches zero. 2. Whistle Press the "Short", "Long", or “Twice” button to sound the whistle. If the whistle icon is held down, the whistle sound will play the entire time (up to approximately 30 seconds). 3. Penalty cards Tap a card to display it in full screen. In the initial display, "yellow card" and "red card" are shown, but other color cards can be displayed in the settings.

Screenshots

Microballistics4 screens
Referee Tools4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Referee Tools at 3.8 against Microballistics's 2.3. Referee Tools also leads on update cadence (every 6 months vs every 24 months) and review sentiment (70% vs 50%). Microballistics's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume 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

Both are free to download. Referee Tools sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Microballistics asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Referee Tools holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Microballistics's written reviews are positive against 70% of Referee Tools's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Microballistics ships an update every 24 months, Referee Tools every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and August 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Microballistics versus Referee Tools: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMicroballisticsReferee Tools
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (3 ratings)3.8 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews70.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings34 — better
Update frequencyEvery 24 monthsEvery 6 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB41 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperMicroballistics LtdNAOYA ONO

Customer experience

Microballistics

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Referee Tools

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive70.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative10.0%

In-app purchases

None

Microballistics

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Referee Tools

One-time2
  • Support Developer$0.99
  • Remove ads$2.99

Questions

Is Microballistics free?
Microballistics is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Referee Tools free?
Referee Tools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Microballistics or Referee Tools?
Referee Tools is rated higher. Microballistics averages 2.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Referee Tools averages 3.8 from 4 ratings.
Do Microballistics or Referee Tools have ads?
Referee Tools shows ads; Microballistics does not.
Which is updated more often, Microballistics or Referee Tools?
Microballistics ships an update every 24 months, and Referee Tools every 6 months. Most recently, Microballistics was updated on June 1, 2026 and Referee Tools on August 14, 2026.

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