Comparison

LoadBench vs Reloader's Bench

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

Head to head
About

LoadBench

This app helps firearm enthusiasts find the most accurate and consistent ammunition loads. It visualizes test results for powder charge and seating depth, organizes data by firearm, and includes a ballistics calculator. Data is encrypted for privacy, with an optional subscription for multi-device syncing.

Highlights
  • Powder charge testing and velocity statistics
  • Seating depth (OAL) testing and group size analysis
  • Data organized by firearm
  • Component and environmental condition logging
  • Integrated ballistics calculator
  • End-to-end encrypted data storage
Features
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Every reloading app can log components. LoadBench helps you find the perfect load. Stop the frustrating guesswork of load development. LoadBench is a powerful analysis tool designed to guide you through the process of finding your firearm's most accurate and consistent recipe. We go beyond simple record-keeping to help you visualize your results and make data-driven decisions. VISUALIZE YOUR PERFECT LOAD: This is what sets LoadBench apart. Our app is built around the core tasks of load development: Powder Charge Testing: Easily log every shot across a range of powder charges. LoadBench then calculates the velocity statistics (SD, ES) for each charge, allowing you to visually identify the "node"—the charge that produces the most consistent muzzle velocity. Seating Depth (OAL) Testing: Systematically test different seating depths and record your group sizes. Our interface lets you visually compare the accuracy results to find the OAL that produces the tightest groups for your firearm. Instead of hunting through a notebook, you can see clear, side-by-side comparisons that make your best load combination obvious. ORGANIZED BY FIREARM: Every test and every piece of data is tied to a specific firearm. Optimize loads for your entire collection and easily access your "favorite" and most accurate recipes for each gun. COMPREHENSIVE LOGGING SUPPORT: Of course, we have the essentials covered. Log all your components (bullets, powder, primers, brass), environmental conditions, and detailed notes to support your load development process. INTEGRATED BALLISTICS CALCULATOR: Once you've found your perfect load, use our built-in calculator to analyze its downrange performance. Compare trajectories and understand the capabilities of your optimized handloads before you go to a match or a hunt. YOUR DATA, SECURE & PRIVATE: We believe your data is yours alone. All of your reloading and firearm information is encrypted at rest on your device for the utmost privacy. For users who want to analyze data on a computer and log at the range, our optional premium subscription offers multi-device syncing. This service is built with end-to-end encryption, meaning no one but you can ever access your data—not even us. Stop just logging data. Start using it. Download LoadBench and take the guesswork out of precision reloading.

About

Reloader's Bench

Features
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Reloader's Bench is a precision load tracking app built for hand loaders who take their data seriously. What it does: - Load library — Record and organize your reloading recipes with caliber, bullet, powder, primer, OAL, and velocity data. Full ballistic calculator with trajectory table and chart. - Ladder tests — Structure your load development sessions with powder charge rungs, velocity readings per shot, and group size results. Easily promote a winning load to your library. - Group measurement — Photograph a target, set a scale reference, mark each bullet hole, and the app calculates extreme spread in inches and MOA. Saves an annotated image you can export to your camera roll. - iCloud sync — Your data syncs automatically across all your devices. Everything works offline; sync happens in the background. - Units — Toggle between imperial and metric throughout the app.

Screenshots

LoadBench4 screens
Reloader's Bench4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Reloader's Bench at every 2 days against LoadBench's every 4 months. LoadBench's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). 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. LoadBench sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month and Reloader's Bench sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LoadBench ships an update every 4 months, Reloader's Bench every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on July 2, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
LoadBench versus Reloader's Bench: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLoadBenchReloader's Bench
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB6 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperDeadNuts, LLCPeter Willsey

In-app purchases

1 purchases

LoadBench

Subscriptions1
  • Premium$4.991 Month
1 purchases

Reloader's Bench

One-time1
  • Reloader's Bench Pro$4.99

Questions

Is LoadBench free?
LoadBench is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Reloader's Bench free?
Reloader's Bench is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LoadBench or Reloader's Bench have ads?
Neither LoadBench nor Reloader's Bench shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LoadBench or Reloader's Bench?
LoadBench ships an update every 4 months, and Reloader's Bench every 2 days. Most recently, LoadBench was updated on July 2, 2026 and Reloader's Bench on September 11, 2026.

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