Comparison

Mil vs Magnetometer

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

Head to head
About

Mil

This app offers advanced ballistics calculations and fast range estimation for shooting. It features a comprehensive bullet library, support for various reticles, and adjustments for atmospheric conditions and target movement.

Highlights
  • Fast range estimation
  • Ballistics calculation engine
  • Extensive bullet/cartridge library
  • Support for multiple reticle designs
  • Adjusts for atmospheric conditions
  • Moving target lead calculation
  • Kestrel DROP integration
Features
Currently charting
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Mil-Dot Ballistics combines fast range estimation with a full featured ballistics calculator that’s simple to use. Real-time calculations provide instant range estimation and ballistics calculation to get you on target fast. 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 for iPhone and iPad available at www.rangetimesoftware.com. Features: - Kestrel DROP wireless data logger integration automatically updates atmospheric conditions. - 3DOF point mass ballistics engine - 323 mil, MOA and IPHY reticle designs, including reticles from Carl Zeiss, Nightforce Optics, Kahles, Vixen Sport Optics, Premier Reticles, Primary Arms, Schmidt and Bender, SWFA, U.S. Optics, and Vortex Optics. - Two modes of Range input: Calculate range from target size and sub tension - allows you to estimate range to targets at unknown distances and Direct range input for known distance targets - Real-time solution information - Extensive bullet / cartridge library includes American Eagle, Barnes, Black Hills, Federal, Fiocchi, Hornady, Lapua, Norma, Nosler, Remington, Sellier & Bellot, and Winchester. - Support for variable BC information - Ballistics chart (Range, Elevation, Windage, Velocity, Time Of Flight, Energy) - Ballistics graph (Elevation, Velocity, Energy) - Reticle Drop Chart - Adjusts for atmospheric conditions for current and zero conditions (Density Altitude or Altitude, Pressure, Temperature and Humidity) - Get accurate local pressure using the barometer in iPhone 6 / 6 Plus - Use GPS location to set current atmospheric conditions - Fast range estimation - Moving target lead calculation - Correction for coriolis effect - Correction for spin drift - Point blank range calculation - Configurable windage / elevation hold display (mils, MOA, IPHY, clicks) - Target size presets - Second focal plane scope support - Fast windspeed / direction adjustment - Three ways to input line of sight angle (Angle in degrees, Cosine of angle, Automatic using device accelerometer) - Fast target speed adjustment - Target speed presets - Training mode (practice your range estimation skills) - Point of impact indicator - Bullet drop compensation display - Secondary solution info display for non-critical data - Create unlimited ballistics profiles - Multiple color schemes - Adjustable display brightness - Full Retina display support - Print range cards - More reticle designs coming soon, stay tuned!

About

Magnetometer

Transform your device into a precise electromagnetic field detector. Ideal for electrical safety checks, scientific exploration, and environmental monitoring with real-time readings and historical data.

Highlights
  • Real-time EMF detection
  • Historical trend charts
  • Customizable alerts
  • Data export
  • Multiple units support
  • Adjustable sampling rates
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Magnetometer turns your device into a precise electromagnetic field (EMF) detector using the built-in magnetometer sensor. Perfect for electrical safety checks, scientific exploration, and environmental monitoring. ONE-TIME PURCHASE - NO SUBSCRIPTION FEES, NO IN-APP PURCHASES, NO ADS Professional Features: • Real-time EMF detection with live updates • Beautiful circular gauge with color-coded intensity levels • Historical trend charts for pattern analysis • Customizable alert thresholds and notifications • Data export for further analysis • Multiple units support (µT and Gauss) • Adjustable sampling rates and smoothing Key Applications: • Electrical safety inspections • Scientific research and education • Environmental EMF monitoring • Electronics troubleshooting • Educational demonstrations Advanced Tools: • Save and review measurement sessions • Export data in standard formats • Customizable sensitivity settings • Professional-grade calibration • Clean, intuitive interface designed for both beginners and experts The app provides accurate readings using your device's built-in magnetometer, displaying measurements in both microtesla (µT) and Gauss units. The intuitive interface makes it easy to monitor electromagnetic fields in your environment. Pay once, own forever. No hidden costs, no subscriptions, no advertisements. Full functionality included with your purchase. Note: Accuracy depends on your device's sensor capabilities. This app is designed for educational and monitoring purposes. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Mil4 screens
Magnetometer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Magnetometer at $1.99 against Mil's $14.99. Magnetometer also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.8) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). Mil's advantage is ratings volume (51 vs 1) and chart position (#116 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

Mil costs $14.99 and Magnetometer $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Magnetometer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mil has 51 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mil ships an update every 3 weeks, Magnetometer weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Mil versus Magnetometer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMilMagnetometer
Price$14.99$1.99 — better
Rating3.8 (51 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews85.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings51 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank#116 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTom HolstenSootheTrail Solutions LLC

Customer experience

Mil

All ratings51 ratings
Positive70.6%
Neutral9.8%
Negative19.6%
Written reviews124 reviews
Positive85.5%
Neutral5.6%
Negative8.9%

Magnetometer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Mil

No in-app purchases

None

Magnetometer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mil free?
Mil costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Magnetometer free?
Magnetometer costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Mil or Magnetometer?
Magnetometer is rated higher. Mil averages 3.8 out of 5 from 51 ratings, while Magnetometer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Mil or Magnetometer have ads?
Neither Mil nor Magnetometer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mil or Magnetometer?
Mil ships an update every 3 weeks, and Magnetometer weekly. Most recently, Mil was updated on September 26, 2026 and Magnetometer on September 20, 2026.

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