# Ballistic vs Gun Vault Tools

The clearest difference is price: Ballistic at Free against Gun Vault Tools's $0.99. Ballistic also leads on review sentiment (55% vs 32%). Gun Vault Tools's advantage is rating (3.6 vs 1.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ratings volume, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Ballistic is free to download; Gun Vault Tools costs $0.99 up front. Ballistic sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Gun Vault Tools asks for nothing beyond the download.

Gun Vault Tools holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 54 and 24 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 55% of Ballistic's written reviews are positive against 32% of Gun Vault Tools's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Ballistic ships an update every 3 months, Gun Vault Tools every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Ballistic | Gun Vault Tools |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $0.99 |
| Rating | [1.0 (54 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ballistic-advanced-edition/id303254296/reviews) | **[3.6 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gun-vault-tools/id1013237933/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **54** | 24 |
| Positive reviews | **54.8% of reviews** | 31.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 24 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Federal Premium Ammunition](https://appshunter.io/developer/980894735) | [Workman Consulting LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/430118017) |

## What reviewers say

### Ballistic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ballistic-advanced-edition/id303254296)

This advanced ballistics calculator provides precise trajectory calculations for serious shooters. It accounts for atmospheric conditions, Coriolis effect, and gyroscopic spin, offering a comprehensive tool for hunting and range practice with extensive projectile data and a rangefinder.

**Highlights:** Advanced ballistics calculations, Atmospheric condition adjustments, Coriolis effect and gyroscopic spin, Extensive projectile and load library, Rangefinder and range log, Heads-up display, 3D trajectory imaging

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Kestrel LiNK | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate ballistics calculations
- 👍 Comprehensive features
- 💡 Customizable settings
- 🔒 Secure data storage
- 🎯 Helpful for long-range shooting

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes when adding targets
- 🔍 Outdated bullet/load data
- 🤔 Confusing wind input configuration
- 🤯 Restricted to G1 drag model only
- 🤫 Data mining concerns

**Reported bugs**

- Windage values change unexpectedly when adjusting max range
- Favorites and target data being lost or inaccessible
- App crashing when trying to use certain features

**Requested features**

- Add support for newer calibers and loads
- Improve user interface and navigation
- Implement better data syncing and backup options
- Provide more detailed instructions and tutorials
- Add support for metric units


### Gun Vault Tools

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gun-vault-tools/id1013237933)

Log and track your firearm training, gun collection, and licenses. Includes range tools, drills, and safety tips to improve shooting skills and manage your firearm inventory. Offers data backup and export features.

**Highlights:** Range training log, Firearm and ammo inventory, License tracking with expiration alerts, Shot timer and buzzer, Random target drills, Data backup and export

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Ballistic free?

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

### Is Gun Vault Tools free?

Gun Vault Tools costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Ballistic or Gun Vault Tools?

Gun Vault Tools is rated higher. Ballistic averages 1.0 out of 5 from 54 ratings, while Gun Vault Tools averages 3.6 from 24 ratings.

### Do Ballistic or Gun Vault Tools have ads?

Neither Ballistic nor Gun Vault Tools shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Ballistic or Gun Vault Tools?

Ballistic ships an update every 3 months, and Gun Vault Tools every 4 months. Most recently, Ballistic was updated on October 26, 2026 and Gun Vault Tools 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.*