# QuickDOPE vs Loadscope Ballistics

The clearest difference is rating: Loadscope Ballistics at 5.0 against QuickDOPE's 4.2. Loadscope Ballistics also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). QuickDOPE's advantage is ratings volume (5 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QuickDOPE sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Loadscope Ballistics sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Loadscope Ballistics holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QuickDOPE has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

QuickDOPE ships an update weekly, Loadscope Ballistics every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 7, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QuickDOPE | Loadscope Ballistics |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quickdope/id6757205857/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loadscope-ballistics/id6777277349/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 35 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Crosswind Dynamics LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1865295928) | [Loadscope LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6777277351) |

## What reviewers say

### QuickDOPE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quickdope/id6757205857)

This app simplifies ballistic calculations for range sessions, offering real-time wind adjustments and condition updates. It allows users to create and manage profiles for different firearms and ammunition, reducing the need for manual notes and spreadsheets. Get accurate dope cards quickly and keep your data organized.

**Highlights:** Real-time wind adjustments, Live condition updates (temperature, altitude, humidity), Generate clear dope cards, Create and manage ballistic profiles, Streamlined range-first workflow, Reduces reliance on spreadsheets and notes

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Access | $2.99 | per month |
| Annual Access | $29.99 | per year |


### Loadscope Ballistics

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loadscope-ballistics/id6777277349)

This companion app automatically selects your optimal powder charge and seating depth for shooting. It then uses your confirmed load to provide live ballistics adjustments based on changing environmental conditions, and allows you to measure shot groups from photos.

**Highlights:** Live DOPE re-solve with automatic local condition pull, Measure shot groups from photos, Real wind math with gust range calculation, DOPE card library for confirmed loads, Recipe cards for component details, Round count tracking, Offline-first operation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Create Your Own Loads | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QuickDOPE free?

QuickDOPE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Loadscope Ballistics free?

Loadscope Ballistics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, QuickDOPE or Loadscope Ballistics?

Loadscope Ballistics is rated higher. QuickDOPE averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Loadscope Ballistics averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do QuickDOPE or Loadscope Ballistics have ads?

Neither QuickDOPE nor Loadscope Ballistics shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, QuickDOPE or Loadscope Ballistics?

QuickDOPE ships an update weekly, and Loadscope Ballistics every 5 days. Most recently, QuickDOPE was updated on September 7, 2026 and Loadscope Ballistics on September 19, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*