Comparison

Ballistic vs Measuring Tape

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

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
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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

About

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.

Highlights
  • GPS-based distance measurement
  • Measures air distance
  • Maximum available accuracy
  • Distances in yards, meters, kilometers, miles
  • Continuous distance counters
  • Direction arrow to starting point
Features
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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.

Screenshots

Ballistic4 screens
Measuring Tape1 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ballistic ships an update every 3 months, Measuring Tape every 5 months. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Ballistic versus Measuring Tape: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBallisticMeasuring Tape
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating1.2 (91 ratings)4.0 (401 ratings) — better
Positive reviews48.8% of reviews — better11.8% of reviews
Number of ratings91401 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS159.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB10 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperFederal Premium AmmunitionBoris Kalinin

Customer experience

Ballistic

All ratings40 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews367 reviews
Positive48.8%
Neutral4.4%
Negative46.9%

Measuring Tape

All ratings400 ratings
Positive75.3%
Neutral4.3%
Negative20.5%
Written reviews119 reviews
Positive11.8%
Neutral1.7%
Negative86.6%

User reviews

Ballistic

From 91 App Store ratings

What 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 ratings

What 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

1 purchases

Ballistic

One-time1
  • Kestrel LiNK$9.99
None

Measuring Tape

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ballistic free?
Ballistic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Measuring Tape free?
Measuring Tape costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Ballistic or Measuring Tape?
Measuring Tape is rated higher. Ballistic averages 1.2 out of 5 from 91 ratings, while Measuring Tape averages 4.0 from 401 ratings.
Do Ballistic or Measuring Tape have ads?
Neither Ballistic nor Measuring Tape shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ballistic or Measuring Tape?
Ballistic ships an update every 3 months, and Measuring Tape every 5 months. Most recently, Ballistic was updated on November 6, 2026 and Measuring Tape on November 6, 2026.

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