Comparison

Ranger vs PRS Shot Timer

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

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About

Ranger

Features
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Ranger is the training companion built for IPSC and USPSA competitors who train with intent — not just frequency. 50+ professional drills, AI-generated training plans, and gear tracking built for serious shooters. DRILL LIBRARY 50+ professionally designed drills built for IPSC and USPSA competition — draws, reloads, target transitions, movement, barricade work, one-handed shooting, and more. Each drill includes step-by-step instructions, setup diagrams, shot counts, and estimated rep times. Classics like the Bill Drill, El Presidente, and Four Aces sit alongside focused technical drills for trigger control, positional shooting, and lateral movement. Every drill maps to the skills it develops — so each rep you log feeds directly into your progress. STATISTICS & PROGRESS TRACKING Track your development across 10 core skill categories: Fundamentals, Draw & Presentation, Reloads, Movement, Target Transitions, Accuracy, Stage Planning, Shooting Positions, One-Hand Shooting, and Mental Skills. Log hit factors, par times, and points across every drill. Ranger automatically detects personal records and highlights your most improved areas. Detailed performance trend charts, stagnation alerts, and advanced analytics require Ranger Pro. AI TRAINING PLANS & SESSION BUILDER The AI session builder generates focused workouts based on your available time, ammo, equipment, and the skills you want to sharpen. Need a quick 20-minute dry fire session targeting your weak hand? Done. Free users get AI-generated sessions daily. Multi-week macro plans with periodized build, peak, and taper phases require Ranger Pro. Plans adapt to your training style — dry fire, VR, or live fire — and pull from the full drill library to keep sessions varied and effective. TRAINING HISTORY Every session you complete is logged and searchable. Filter by date, style, or drill. See planned vs. actual rounds, session duration, and performance notes. Track training volume and identify patterns over time. ARMORY & AMMO MANAGEMENT Track every firearm with photos, round counts, and detailed specs. Ranger monitors cleaning intervals and spring replacement schedules so you never show up to a match with unreliable gear. The ammo depot tracks inventory by caliber, calculates consumption rates, and projects when you'll run low. Free plan supports up to 2 firearms and 2 ammunition types. Unlimited firearms and ammo tracking require Ranger Pro. PAR TIMER Run dry fire drills with Ranger's built-in par timer. Set custom par times or use presets for draws, reloads, and El Presidente. Randomized start delays keep you honest. MATCH & TRAINING CALENDAR Schedule matches and training sessions in one place. Track match levels, registration deadlines, entry fees, and stage counts. Set reminders so you never miss a registration window. OFFLINE FIRST Ranger stores everything locally on your device. Train at remote ranges with no signal — your data syncs automatically when you're back online. Automatic cloud sync and backup require Ranger Pro. DESIGNED FOR THE RANGE Dark mode optimized for bright outdoor conditions. High-contrast interface built to be used between stages. WHAT SHOOTERS ARE SAYING "Finally an app built by someone who actually shoots. It tracks the things that matter — hit factors, par times, skill trends." — James T., Open Division, M-Class "The par timer and drill library alone are worth it." — Sarah K., Limited Division, B-Class — RANGER PRO SUBSCRIPTION • AI multi-week training plans • Advanced statistics and performance trend charts • Unlimited firearms and ammo tracking (free plan: 2 each) • Cloud sync and backup • Expanded daily AI session usage $12.99/month or $129.99/year. Includes a 7-day free trial. Payment is charged at confirmation of purchase. Subscription auto-renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID account settings. Download Ranger and start training with intent.

About

PRS Shot Timer

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PRS Shot Timer is a par timer and shot timer built for precision rifle shooters. PRS and NRL stages run on the clock, so this app puts that clock in your pocket and lets you practice stages exactly the way you shoot them. PAR TIME STAGES Set your stage par time, hit start, and run it. Audible start beep and end-of-par signal, so you learn what 90 or 120 seconds actually feels like from behind the rifle. SHOT DETECTION AND SPLITS The timer picks up your shots and records the time of each one, giving you your splits and total time. See where you are losing seconds: the first shot, the transitions, or the position changes. POSITIONAL DRILLS Build drills around the positions you actually shoot. Barricades, tripods, tank traps, rooftops and awkward props. Set a par, run the position, and track whether you are getting faster. DRY FIRE PRACTICE Run par times in dry fire at home. Position building, bolt manipulation, and transitions cost nothing to practice and are where most stage time is won. SESSION LOG Every run is saved. Review your times, compare drills, and watch your progress across a season instead of guessing. BUILT FOR RIFLE Designed around centerfire and rimfire rifle shooting rather than pistol, including the realities of muzzle brakes and suppressors on the line. METRIC AND IMPERIAL Full unit support wherever you shoot. FREE No ads. Core features free. PRS Shot Timer is a practice and timing tool for organised, safe competitive shooting. Always follow range commands and safe firearm handling practices.

Screenshots

Ranger4 screens
PRS Shot Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PRS Shot Timer at none against Ranger's 2. PRS Shot Timer also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Ranger sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. PRS Shot Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ranger ships an update every 2 weeks, PRS Shot Timer every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Ranger versus PRS Shot Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRangerPRS Shot Timer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size81 MB26 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperPawel ZalewskiEX Corporation Oy

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Ranger

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly7 Days trial$49.991 Year
None

PRS Shot Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ranger free?
Ranger is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PRS Shot Timer free?
PRS Shot Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Ranger or PRS Shot Timer have ads?
Neither Ranger nor PRS Shot Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ranger or PRS Shot Timer?
Ranger ships an update every 2 weeks, and PRS Shot Timer every 3 days. Most recently, Ranger was updated on November 9, 2026 and PRS Shot Timer on October 31, 2026.

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