Comparison

Arken Ballistics vs Sightmark

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

Head to head
About

Arken Ballistics

This utility app provides accurate ballistic calculations with an easy-to-use interface. It's designed for users who need precise trajectory data for projectiles.

Highlights
  • Accurate ballistic calculations
  • Easy-to-use interface
  • Projectile trajectory data
  • Utility app
Features
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A ballistic algorithm APP that is easy to use and has accurate calculations.

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Sightmark

Features
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The Sightmark app connects compatible Sightmark riflescopes to a phone or tablet for remote live viewing and device control. Once connected, the user can view the riflescope’s feed without remaining directly behind the optic. This is useful when the rifle is secured on a tripod or other stable support, and when a shooter and spotter need to monitor the same view. The app also provides remote access to supported riflescope settings. Depending on the connected model, users can adjust display values, select a thermal color palette, change the reticle style and color, manage recording options, choose weapon profiles, review media, check storage, and perform device-maintenance functions. Remote adjustment helps avoid unnecessary contact with a carefully positioned riflescope. Connection is made through the riflescope’s local Wi-Fi network. This direct connection does not require internet service. After the mobile device joins the riflescope’s Wi-Fi network, the Connect Device control changes from gray to red. Tap the red control to open the live riflescope feed. The wireless live view may have noticeable delay. Use the mobile feed for observation, setup, recording review, and spotter support. Do not use it as the primary aiming view or rely on it for time-critical shot placement or firearm-safety decisions. Safety and Operating Limitations • Always follow the four universal rules of firearm safety. • Keep the firearm pointed in a safe direction while connecting a mobile device or changing settings. • Secure the rifle before using a phone or tablet near it. • Confirm important changes through the riflescope before firing. • Do not treat the delayed mobile feed as a real-time substitute for the riflescope display. • Some app controls change settings on the connected riflescope immediately. Confirm the selected reticle, palette, weapon profile, and other critical settings before use. Connecting a Riflescope 1. Power on the compatible Sightmark riflescope. 2. Enable Wi-Fi on the riflescope. 3. Open the Wi-Fi settings on the phone or tablet. 4. Select the Wi-Fi network broadcast by the riflescope. Use the SSID and password shown in the riflescope’s Wi-Fi settings (the default password is 12345678). 5. If the mobile device warns that the network has no internet access, choose the option that keeps the device connected. The riflescope creates a local Wi-Fi connection and does not provide internet service. 6. Open the Sightmark app. 7. Wait for the gray Connect Device control and Wi-Fi symbol to turn red. 8. Tap Connect Device to open the live view. 9. When finished, open Device Settings and tap Disconnect. If Connect Device Remains Gray • Confirm that Wi-Fi is enabled on both the riflescope and the mobile device. • Confirm that the phone or tablet is connected to the riflescope’s SSID, not another saved network. • Accept any prompt asking whether to remain connected to a network without internet access. • Move the mobile device closer to the riflescope and reduce obstructions between them. • Close and reopen the app after the Wi-Fi connection is established. • If necessary, restart the riflescope’s Wi-Fi function and reconnect. Live-View Delay A visible delay may occur between activity in front of the riflescope and its appearance on the phone or tablet. The amount of delay can vary with the connected hardware and wireless conditions. This latency is expected behavior for the app’s transmitted view. A shooter should aim through the riflescope itself, while a spotter may use the app to observe the transmitted image and assist with non-time-critical adjustments.

Screenshots

Arken Ballistics4 screens
Sightmark4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Sightmark at 5.0 against Arken Ballistics's 4.3. Arken Ballistics's advantage is ratings volume (10 vs 1) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sightmark holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Arken Ballistics has 10 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Arken Ballistics versus Sightmark: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArken BallisticsSightmark
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (10 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings10 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB23 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperHunan Pangu Optical Instruments Manufacturing Co., Ltd.Sellmark Corporation

In-app purchases

None

Arken Ballistics

No in-app purchases

None

Sightmark

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Arken Ballistics free?
Arken Ballistics is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sightmark free?
Sightmark is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Arken Ballistics or Sightmark?
Sightmark is rated higher. Arken Ballistics averages 4.3 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Sightmark averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Arken Ballistics or Sightmark have ads?
Neither Arken Ballistics nor Sightmark shows ads.

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