Comparison

Wind Reader vs VECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS

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

Head to head
About

Wind Reader

This application calculates real-time wind speed for long-range shooting using the Eagleman Technique. It leverages your phone's inclination sensor to convert mirage and rain angles into accurate wind speed measurements, a method patented in the US.

Highlights
  • Real-time wind speed calculation
  • Eagleman Technique implementation
  • Uses phone inclination sensor
  • Converts mirage and rain angles
  • Patented wind reading method
Features
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Wind reading for long range shooting. This app uses the Eagleman Technique. The phone's inclination sensor is used to convert mirage and rain angles to wind speed. The Eagleman Technique was developed by James Eagleman in 1992 to provide real-time wind speed based on mirage/rain angles and percentages. The method has a US Patent. James Eagleman is the master instructor for the Barbour Creek Long Range School (http://barbourcreek.com).

About

VECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS

This app provides advanced ballistics calculations and mapping features for hunters and long-range shooters. It integrates with a compatible device to offer precise firing solutions and target management, enhancing accuracy and situational awareness in the field.

Highlights
  • Applied Ballistics Elite solver
  • Remote range measurements
  • Target card generation
  • E-Dope card export
  • Google Maps integration
  • Dual-display critical data
  • Remote device control
Features
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Whether you are a hunter or long-range shooter, this app offers advanced features and unparalleled usability to elevate your experience. Applied Ballistics Elite: Your VECSS device comes equipped with the powerful Applied Ballistics Elite solver as standard. With over 800 bullets in its library and no limitations regarding target distance, Applied Ballistics Elite has become the solver of choice for many elite military units worldwide. With a press of the range button, your VECSS device displays a precise firing solution for your rifle setup on its HUD screen. Populate a target card with comprehensive Applied Ballistics Elite firing solutions by remotely initiating range measurements with the app. Organize and display these solutions in the app or on the VECSS device or export them to an E-Dope card or as a PDF file. Additionally, the VECSS app allows you to generate a range card in increments of your choice. Mapping: The sophisticated sensor suite of your VECSS device turns it into a powerful navigational tool. With your position determined by your smartphone’s GPS, a measured target is displayed on the app’s Google Maps screen. By adding additional information to measured targets, this feature is particularly useful for hunters, long-range shooters, and outdoorsmen. And many other features: View all your critical data not only inside your VECSS device but also conveniently within the app. This dual-display functionality ensures you have all the information you need at your fingertips, enhancing your situational awareness and decision-making in the field. Take full control of your laser rangefinder remotely through the app. Adjust settings, trigger range measurements, and manage your device seamlessly, providing you with flexibility and ease of use in any competition or hunting scenario. Join the ranks of elite shooters and hunters who trust VECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS to achieve first-round hits with unprecedented accuracy. Download the app today and take your shooting skills to the next level.

Screenshots

Wind Reader1 screens
VECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS4 screens

Verdict

The call

Wind Reader and VECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS both sit at 4.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of VECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS's written reviews are positive against 0% of Wind Reader's. Wind Reader's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for Wind Reader against 4.0 for VECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 4 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 0% of Wind Reader's written reviews are positive against 100% of VECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Wind Reader ships an update weekly, VECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 26, 2026 and August 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Wind Reader versus VECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWind ReaderVECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (5 ratings)4.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5 — better4
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB36 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperJames EaglemanSafran Vectronix AG

Customer experience

Wind Reader

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

VECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Wind Reader

No in-app purchases

None

VECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Wind Reader free?
Wind Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS free?
VECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Wind Reader or VECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS?
Wind Reader and VECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS are both rated 4.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 5 and 4 ratings respectively.
Do Wind Reader or VECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS have ads?
Neither Wind Reader nor VECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Wind Reader or VECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS?
Wind Reader ships an update weekly, and VECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS every 3 weeks. Most recently, Wind Reader was updated on June 26, 2026 and VECTRONIX SHOOTING SOLUTIONS on August 4, 2026.

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