Ballistic vs Measuring Tape
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
Measuring Tape
Measure the shortest air distance between two points using GPS with high accuracy. Track your progress like a physical tape measure, with distances shown in multiple units. Ideal for outdoor measurements of land, properties, and sports fields.
- GPS-based distance measurement
- Measures air distance
- Maximum available accuracy
- Distances in yards, meters, kilometers, miles
- Continuous distance counters
- Direction arrow to starting point
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This application measures the shortest (air) distance between point A and point B using GPS, with the maximum available accuracy. Distances are displayed in yards, meters, kilometers, and miles. Simply reset the ruler at point A and watch the distance counters increase as you move toward point B—just like using a real tape measure or ruler. Primary uses for approximate sizing and measuring include: Land, grounds, and properties Real estate Golf course yardage Sports facilities and tracks Air distance Other outdoor measurements The application is intended for outdoor use only and requires location services to be enabled. How to use: Go to the starting point (A) and press the RESET button to initialize the distance counters. Walk to the target point (B) while watching the distance counters increase. The point A arrow continuously shows the direction back to the starting point. You can close the application at any time during a measurement. When reopened, the application will continue the current measurement.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Ballistic at Free against Measuring Tape's $1.99. Ballistic also leads on review sentiment (49% vs 12%). Measuring Tape's advantage is rating (4.0 vs 1.2) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On update cadence, ads 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
Ballistic is free to download; Measuring Tape costs $1.99 up front. Ballistic sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Measuring Tape asks for nothing beyond the download.
Measuring Tape holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 1.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 91 and 401 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 49% of Ballistic's written reviews are positive against 12% of Measuring Tape'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, Measuring Tape every 5 months. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.
| Parameter | Ballistic | Measuring Tape |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $1.99 |
| Rating | 1.2 (91 ratings) | 4.0 (401 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 48.8% of reviews — better | 11.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 91 | 401 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15 | 9.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Federal Premium Ammunition | Boris Kalinin |
Customer experience
Ballistic
Measuring Tape
User reviews
Ballistic
From 91 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Accurate ballistics calculations
- 👍 Comprehensive features
- 💡 Customizable settings
- 🔒 Secure data storage
- 🎯 Helpful for long-range shooting
Room to improve
- 🐛 Crashes when adding targets
- 🔍 Outdated bullet/load data
- 🤔 Confusing wind input configuration
- 🤯 Restricted to G1 drag model only
- 🤫 Data mining concerns
Measuring Tape
From 401 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- ⭐ Works well
- ⭐ Excellent for shooting sports
- ⭐ Quick way to get distance measurements
Room to improve
- 🚫 Doesn't work on newer iPhones
- 🚫 Reset button not visible or accessible
- 🚫 Inaccurate measurements
- 🚫 App crashes or doesn't open
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)
Measuring Tape
Reported bugs
3 issues- Reset button not visible or accessible
- App crashes or doesn't open
- Measurements are inaccurate or inconsistent
Requested features
2 requests- Add option to choose true north or magnetic north
- Provide more measurement options (bearing, heading, etc.)
In-app purchases
Ballistic
- Kestrel LiNK$9.99
Measuring Tape
No in-app purchases







