RCBS Reloading App vs Kini Device Manager
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RCBS Reloading App
This app helps firearm enthusiasts manage their reloading process. It allows for precise control of compatible powder dispensers, logs detailed load data, and stores firearm profiles. Track your performance, environmental conditions, and even contact support directly.
- Control Bluetooth powder dispensers
- Save and export load data
- Store firearm profiles and details
- Log reloading session data
- Track environmental conditions
- On-screen calibration walkthrough
- Direct contact with support
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The RCBS Reloading App is perfect for any reloader! Not only can you operate the new ChargeMaster Link, Chargemaster Supreme and MatchMaster powder dispensers; our comprehensive Load Log gives any handloader the ability to save, store and even export their favorite load data. The Load log gives the handloader a convenient location to store your firearm profiles and critical information about each firearm including round count, barrel length, rifle twist and even scope height! The Load section allows the user to upload an image of their favorite group, and put in all critical information about the loads they are using! All the new RCBS powder dispensers are now Bluetooth enabled to provide direct control of your ChargeMaster Link, Supreme and MatchMaster from the intuitive app so you can control every handloading session. During your reloading session the app provides feedback on each charge, noting any over- or underthrows, number of charges thrown, start time and end time of you dispensing session. The app allows you to easily calibrate the scale and prepare your dispenser for your handloading session using the on-screen walkthrough. When you are ready to dispense power, select your mode (Auto or Manual), input your charge weight and start dispensing! Auto Dispense mode offers easy reloading with less user intervention, just place the empty pan back on the scale and the dispenser will automatically throw the next charge. Where manual dispense mode, the handloader will tell the unit to dispense your charge each time. If you are using the MatchMaster Powder dispenser you can set the unit to either standard mode (0.10 grain accuracy) or Match mode (0.04 grain accuracy) and also use the app to create custom powder configurations to fine tune your dispenser settings for improved speed and accuracy. You can save your powder configuration and edit them if necessary to improve your MatchMaster performance. KEY APP FEATURES All Dispensers (ChargeMaster Link, ChargeMaster Supreme, MatchMaster) + Easy-to-follow onscreen calibration + Quickly zero your scale for proper dispensing + Easy-to-use AUTO DISPENSE for faster reloading + MANUAL DISPENSE for incremental control + Log data to track your performance + Enter and save information for your firearms + Keep notes on each reloading session + Track weather and environmental data each time you shoot + Virtual Reloading Bench to keep track of all of your RCBS product + Contact Us – Reach out to RCBS Tech Service Directly from the APP MatchMaster Specific Features + Two distinct powder dispensing modes with two accuracy settings: + Set accuracy to MATCH MODE for fine-grain precision + Create and save custom powder configurations + Start with one of four dispensing speeds + Fine tune your dispense operations for speed and accuracy + Modify your dispense settings to improve them over time + Log data to track your performance + Enter and save information for your firearms + Keep notes on each reloading session + Track weather and environmental data each time you shoot
Kini Device Manager
Monitor safes, drawers, cabinets, and other items or areas with motion sensor hardware. Receive instant notifications for unauthorized access via push, SMS, or email. Easily set up new devices, manage settings, and review event logs.
- Real-time unauthorized access alerts
- Push, SMS, and email notifications
- Multi-device notification support
- Easy new device setup
- Comprehensive event log access
- Manage device settings
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The Kini app is used in conjunction with Kini motion sensor hardware devices. Kini gives you peace of mind by simply and easily monitoring safes, drawers, cabinets, doors, and other items or areas, notifying you within seconds to any unauthorized access. With this app, you can receive quicker iOS push notifications, in addition to our existing SMS or email alerts. And you can easily have two or more iPhones get notified by your Kinis, giving you additional redundancy when something dangerous or sensitive has been moved. This app makes the setup of new Kinis faster, and is a great way to examine and change all Kini settings. It also provides you access to to the event log, which provides historical information on the events your Kinis report. Kini only requires a working Wi-Fi.
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Verdict
RCBS Reloading App and Kini Device Manager both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 67% of Kini Device Manager's written reviews are positive against 33% of RCBS Reloading App's. Kini Device Manager also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). RCBS Reloading App's advantage is ratings volume (1.2K vs 5). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for RCBS Reloading App against 4.6 for Kini Device Manager. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RCBS Reloading App has 1.2K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 33% of RCBS Reloading App's written reviews are positive against 67% of Kini Device Manager's.
RCBS Reloading App ships an update every 4 months, Kini Device Manager every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RCBS Reloading App | Kini Device Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (1.2K ratings) — better | 4.6 (5 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | 66.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1.2K — better | 5 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 75 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hodgdon/IMR Powder Co. | Kinisium, LLC |
Customer experience
RCBS Reloading App
Kini Device Manager
Bugs and requests
RCBS Reloading App
Reported bugs
4 issues- Unable to pair with Charge Master Link
- Calibration process finishing with errors
- Dispensing not working properly in auto mode
- Connectivity issues between app and hardware
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to edit saved profiles
- Automatic profile selection on app open
- Streamlined dispensing workflow
- Running count of dispensed powder
Kini Device Manager
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
RCBS Reloading App
No in-app purchases
Kini Device Manager
No in-app purchases
Questions
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