Ballistic vs Geo Rangefinder
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Ballistic
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.
- 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
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Features & Functionality Modernized User Interface • Clean, contemporary design • Improved visual hierarchy • Faster access to critical shooting data • More intuitive navigation and setup process • Optimized for both novice and experienced shooters Enhanced Data Visualization • Improved readability of charts and shot data • Cleaner presentation of trajectory information • Better organization of environmental and ballistic inputs • Easier interpretation under field conditions Unified HUD & DOPE Chart Experience • HUD Screen and DOPE Chart combined into a single interactive workspace • Real-time trajectory information displayed alongside adjustment data • Environmental updates, elevation, and wind corrections available in one location • Reduced need to toggle between screens Streamlined Navigation • Consolidated data screens • Reduced taps to access critical information • Faster profile management • Improved organization of rifles, loads, and favorites More Personalized Experience • Easier access to saved rifle profiles • Improved load management • Favorites-based menus • Faster retrieval of frequently used configurations
Geo Rangefinder
Measure distances and find positions using your phone's camera and compass. Simply view an object from two different locations to get accurate readings, with map integration for enhanced precision.
- Distance measurement
- Position finding
- Camera integration
- Compass functionality
- Map integration
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Geo Rangefinder was developed to determine the distance and position in the field using camera and built-in compass. To determine the position and distance to the object, just look at the object through the camera of your phone from 2 different locations. The distance can be measured and improved using the map.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Ballistic at 55% against Geo Rangefinder's 0%. Ballistic also leads on ratings volume (51 vs 13). Geo Rangefinder's advantage is rating (2.1 vs 1.0) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Ballistic sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Geo Rangefinder sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Geo Rangefinder holds the better App Store score, 2.1 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 51 and 13 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 55% of Ballistic's written reviews are positive against 0% of Geo Rangefinder'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, Geo Rangefinder every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Ballistic | Geo Rangefinder |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (51 ratings) | 2.1 (13 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 54.8% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 51 — better | 13 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15 | 10.3 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 65 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Federal Premium Ammunition | Pawel Mitek |
Customer experience
Ballistic
Geo Rangefinder
Bugs and requests
Ballistic
Reported bugs
3 issues- 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
6 requests- 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
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- Integrate with external devices (e.g., Kestrel)
Geo Rangefinder
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Ballistic
- Kestrel LiNK$9.99
Geo Rangefinder
- Pro Version$1.99
Questions
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