Comparison

Mil vs Shot Insights

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

Head to head
About

Mil

Master your mil-dot riflescope with this intuitive app. It offers real-time range estimation in yards and meters using a simple graphical interface. Quickly range targets with one-handed operation, supporting various reticles and target types.

Highlights
  • Fast target range estimation
  • Supports US Army, USMC mil-dot, and Mil-Lines reticles
  • Range estimation for Square, Round, Pepper Popper, and IPSC targets
  • One-handed operation
  • Adjustable for magnification settings
  • Real-time calculations
Features
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Learn to use your Mil-Dot Riflescope. The simple graphical user interface makes range estimation easy. Real-time calculations provide instant range measurements in both yards and meters. The simple interface allows for one handed operation and eliminates any need to manually type any measurements to range a target. Complete, detailed user manual available at www.rangetimesoftware.com Features -Fast target range estimation in both yards and meters -US Army, USMC mil-dot, and Mil-Lines reticles -Square, Round, Pepper Popper, and IPSC targets -Multiple color schemes -Multiple target anchor points -Target Info display -Adjust for magnification setting (second focal plane)

About

Shot Insights

This long-range shooting system integrates ballistic calculations, a range finder, and an impact indicator for enhanced precision. It offers accuracy tracking, support for multiple targets, and durable construction for challenging environments.

Highlights
  • Ballistic profiling
  • Integrated range finder
  • Impact indicator
  • Accuracy tracking
  • Multiple target support
  • Kestrel device sync
Features
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Unlock Precision with Shot Caller: The Ultimate Long-Range Shooting System by Shot Insights! Ready to revolutionize your long-range shooting experience? Say hello to Shot Caller, the all-in-one solution brought to you by Shot Insights. Gone are the days of juggling multiple tools at the range – Shot Caller seamlessly integrates everything you need for precision shooting. Key Features: Works with Kestrel: Sync data to Shot Insights from your Kestrel for most up to date calculations. Ballistic Profiling: Say goodbye to manual adjustments. Shot Caller takes care of your ballistic profile, ensuring accuracy at any distance. Integrated Notes: Keep track of your insights and observations effortlessly. Notes are seamlessly integrated into the system for quick reference. Range Finder: No more guessing. Shot Caller incorporates a range finder, giving you real-time distance data for unparalleled precision. Impact Indicator: Instantly know where your shot landed with the built-in impact indicator. Eliminate the need for a spotter and take control of your shooting experience. Groundbreaking Features: Accuracy Tracking: Stay on top of your shooting performance with detailed accuracy tracking. Analyze and improve with each shot. Multiple Target Support: Engage multiple targets with ease. Shot Caller lets you switch between targets seamlessly, optimizing your shooting efficiency. Durability and Ruggedness: Built for the toughest conditions, Shot Caller is rugged and durable, ensuring it withstands the challenges of any shooting environment. User-Friendly Interface: No complicated setups. Shot Caller boasts a user-friendly interface that simplifies the shooting process, allowing you to focus on what matters – hitting your target. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://shotinsights.com/policies/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Mil4 screens
Shot Insights4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Shot Insights at Free against Mil's $0.99. Shot Insights also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.4) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). Mil's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (57 vs 15). On 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

Shot Insights is free to download; Mil costs $0.99 up front. Shot Insights sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Mil asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Shot Insights holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 57 and 15 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Mil's written reviews are positive against 85% of Shot Insights's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mil ships an update every 3 months, Shot Insights every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Mil versus Shot Insights: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMilShot Insights
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating3.4 (57 ratings)4.7 (15 ratings) — better
Positive reviews69.3% of reviews84.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings57 — better15
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS10.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB85 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTom HolstenShot Insights, LLC

Customer experience

Mil

All ratings57 ratings
Positive54.4%
Neutral12.3%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews75 reviews
Positive69.3%
Neutral4.0%
Negative26.7%

Shot Insights

All ratings15 ratings
Positive93.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive84.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.4%

Bugs and requests

Mil

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App crashes when adjusting magnification for second focal plane scopes
  • App does not load on iOS 11
  • Magnification not visible on iPhone X, rendering app useless
  • App embeds itself and causes iPhone issues (user reported)
  • Second focal plane crash

Requested features

11 requests
  • Adjustable range formula
  • Mode to check ranging by taking a shot
  • Update for iOS 11 and newer
  • Add 10th's of a mil for smaller target sizes
  • More reticle choices
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  • More target shape options (rectangles, circles, custom)
  • Option to add average target sizes
  • GPS add-on
  • Metric option
  • Target changer with custom shapes and position adjustment
  • Bullet hole visualization

Shot Insights

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Mil

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Shot Insights

Subscriptions2
  • Pro$2.991 Month
  • Pro$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Mil free?
Mil costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Shot Insights free?
Shot Insights is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mil or Shot Insights?
Shot Insights is rated higher. Mil averages 3.4 out of 5 from 57 ratings, while Shot Insights averages 4.7 from 15 ratings.
Do Mil or Shot Insights have ads?
Neither Mil nor Shot Insights shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mil or Shot Insights?
Mil ships an update every 3 months, and Shot Insights every 2 weeks. Most recently, Mil was updated on November 10, 2026 and Shot Insights on November 3, 2026.

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