# Virtual vs Range Buddy

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Range Buddy at 100% against Virtual's 50%. Range Buddy also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.1) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). Virtual's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Virtual sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Range Buddy sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Range Buddy holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 19 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Virtual's written reviews are positive against 100% of Range Buddy's.

Virtual ships an update every 2 months, Range Buddy weekly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Virtual | Range Buddy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-shot/id1554604152/reviews) | **[4.8 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/range-buddy-shooting-drills/id1668988325/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 14 | **19** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 987 MB | 199 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Simulation Training Group](https://appshunter.io/developer/1477763350) | [Practical Defense Training, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1626728659) |

## What reviewers say

### Virtual

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-shot/id1554604152)

Transform your phone into a portable shooting range with this app. Practice marksmanship using professional lessons and AI coaching, all without ammunition. Engage in multiplayer duels and mini-games with leaderboards.

**Highlights:** Portable shooting range simulation, Professional shooting lessons, AI coaching and analytics, Customizable target range, 1v1 multiplayer duels, Mini-games with leaderboards

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscriptions | $9.99 | per month |
| Annual subscriptions | $99.99 | per year |


### Range Buddy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/range-buddy-shooting-drills/id1668988325)

This app provides a vast library of shooting drills for firearms enthusiasts. Track your progress with a scorekeeper and leaderboard, and log your training sessions to identify areas for improvement. Connect with instructors and discover new drills tailored to your skill level.

**Highlights:** 160+ shooting drills, Drill filtering by skills, Scorekeeper and leaderboards, Integrated training log, Instructor marketplace, Random drill picker, Dry fire tool

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MonthlyTwo | $2.99 | per month |
| Range Buddy Pro Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Range Buddy 12mo Subscription | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Virtual free?

Virtual is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Range Buddy free?

Range Buddy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Virtual or Range Buddy?

Range Buddy is rated higher. Virtual averages 4.1 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Range Buddy averages 4.8 from 19 ratings.

### Do Virtual or Range Buddy have ads?

Range Buddy shows ads; Virtual does not.

### Which is updated more often, Virtual or Range Buddy?

Virtual ships an update every 2 months, and Range Buddy weekly. Most recently, Virtual was updated on October 24, 2026 and Range Buddy on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*