Zima vs SwiftRange
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Zima
This app provides advanced ballistic calculations for precision shooting, hunting, and reloading. It offers multiple solver models, drag options, and correction factors, with a free version for sample rifles and a Pro upgrade for custom configurations. Features include trajectory visualization, hit probability analysis, and extensive data libraries.
- Multiple ballistic solver models (3DOF, 4DOF, 6DOF, Pejsa)
- Extensive drag models and correction factors
- 3D trajectory visualization
- WEZ hit probability analysis
- Interactive range cards and data export
- Reticle simulator and DIY creator
- Reloading suite for ammo development
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The most comprehensive ballistic solver ever built — 130+ features in one app. Independently verified against JBM Ballistics reference data. Four solver models (3DOF, 4DOF, 6DOF, Pejsa), nine drag models, and every correction factor known to ballistic science — validated with a 96-test physics suite. Built for precision shooters, competitive marksmen, hunters, handloaders, and trained professionals who demand accuracy at every distance. FREE ON THE SAMPLE RIFLES, PRO FOR YOURS - Calculate and every tool that solves a shot work free on five sample rifles, with your own weather, wind and range - Add all your own rifles, optics, ammo and suppressors free, with no limit - Bullet, cartridge, reticle and target libraries to look through - Logs, trackers and the quick calculators - Automatic iCloud Drive backup with one-tap restore (free for everyone) PRO: EVERY TOOL ON YOUR OWN RIFLES (Lifetime $19.99, or 6 months $14.99 — one payment, nothing renews. Try it free for 7 days, once.) - All four solver models (3DOF, 4DOF, 6DOF, Pejsa) - 3,600+ bullet and cartridge database - Interactive 3D trajectory visualization - WEZ hit probability analysis (Monte Carlo) - PDF range cards, CSV/XLS export, DA Form 5517 - GPS target ranging on real-time maps - Device barometer and camera inclinometer - Bluetooth: Kestrel, rangefinders, chronographs - Competition mode with PAR timer - Night-vision HUD mode - Apple Watch calculator and wind calls - Home Screen widgets and Live Activities - Training modes (range and wind estimation) - TAK/ATAK tactical network integration - DOPE book, cold bore tracking, barrel life - Ammo inventory, suppressor profiles - Reticle simulator with 400+ reticles + DIY reticle creator - And 100+ more tools WORKFLOW HUBS - Range Day — session planner, live shot tracker, trend analysis - Armory — inventory for rifles, optics, mounts, suppressors; maintenance logs, per-optic zero history - Hunting — hunt planner, hunt log, trophy records, GPS scouting - Competition — match planner, live score tracker, stage breakdown, hit-rate trends - Military / LE — mission planner, TAK broadcast, encrypted CoT storage (Pro Acknowledgment required) - Analysis — cross-suite dashboard, predicted vs actual DOPE drift detection - AI Insights — on-device AI via Apple Foundation Models (iOS 26 + iPhone 15 Pro), rule-based fallback on older devices. No data leaves your phone RELOADING SUITE - Develop — ladder tests with R² regression, OCW node detection, optimal-charge markers - Track — per-lot ammo, powder, primer, bullet, brass - Test — chrono session manager, MV statistics (SD, ES, CV), outlier flagging - Records — Saved Load library tying rifle, brass, primer, powder, bullet, OAL/CBTO - Reference — cartridge, brass, primer, powder databases - 24 visibility toggles with 4 layout presets RANGE SCHOOL — LONG-RANGE TRAINING - 61 drills across 6 pillars: Marksmanship, Positions, Wind Reading, Range Estimation, Scope/Optics, Equipment - 290-term searchable glossary, quiz mode with flashcard review - Failure-analysis library: common mistakes diagnosed by symptom - Two training plans: First 30 Days (beginner) + PRS Prep 12-Week BALLISTIC ENGINE - Spin drift, Coriolis, aerodynamic jump, Magnus effect - Gyroscopic stability (Sg), per-load temperature sensitivity - Cant angle correction across all solvers - Transonic/subsonic detection, multi-step BCs - Custom drag curves (CSV, Lapua Doppler), zero-atmosphere BC correction FIELD READY - Offline topo maps with range/bearing HUD - Historical weather auto-fill via WeatherKit - Camera inclinometer, device barometer, GPS auto-fill - Profile QR code sharing PROFESSIONAL USE - TAK/ATAK server integration (CoT, GeoChat) - MGRS coordinate conversion, DA Form 5517 range cards - Anti-materiel reference data, barrier penetration modeling Built by shooters, for shooters. Found a bug? Fixed within 48 hours. Want a feature? Submit it — we WILL build it.
SwiftRange
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SwiftRange is a powerful ballistic calculator designed for precision shooting. It connects to a number of wireless rangefinders and instantly computes holdover, windage, and point of impact based on real time distance and environmental data.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SwiftRange at none against Zima's 6. SwiftRange also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). Zima's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. Zima sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. SwiftRange asks for nothing beyond the download.
Zima ships an update every 5 days, SwiftRange monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Zima | SwiftRange |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 322 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | ZIma Logistics LLC | Immersive Optics Limited |
In-app purchases
Zima
- Ballistics Pro — 7-day TrialFree
- Ballistics: Small Tip$0.99
- Ballistics: Medium Tip$2.99
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- Ballistics: Large Tip$4.99
- Ballistics Pro — 6 Months$14.99
- Ballistics Pro$19.99
SwiftRange
No in-app purchases









