Comparison

AB Quantum vs MantisX

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

Head to head
About

AB Quantum

This app provides a comprehensive ballistics solver and profile management tool for long-range shooting. It features a new user interface designed for single-handed use, enabling quick solutions and seamless integration with Bluetooth-enabled devices. Users can sync gun profiles, create customizable range cards, and access an updated reticle library.

Highlights
  • Ballistics solver
  • Profile management
  • Bluetooth device integration
  • Customizable range/target cards
  • Reticle library
  • Ballistic truing
  • Chronograph integration
Features
Currently charting
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Applied Ballistics Quantum™ is a state-of-the-art app integrating the most complete ballistics solver and profile management tool for long-range shooting. Featuring an all new user-interface, AB Quantum™ includes a host of new tools and features that will enable shooters and hunters to be more successful in the field. AB Quantum™ creates a new paradigm for ballistic solvers and integration with Bluetooth®-enabled devices. With a host of new features, the platform is designed to save time and add performance for users of all skill levels. The all new user-interface is designed with single-handed use in mind, putting all major features just a swipe or tap away from any screen, which allows users to rapidly obtain solutions in the field or at a match. The simplicity and versatility of the app interface creates an intuitive experience for both new and experienced users. Two new features - AB Quantum Connect™ and AB Quantum Sync™ - enable users to quickly connect to other AB-enabled devices and sync gun profiles between them in seconds, as well as back those profiles up to an encrypted server for peace of mind and easy restoration. The new platform automatically saves changes made to rifle profiles and updates connected devices without the user needing to do anything. For competitors or hunters, AB Quantum™ includes customizable Range and Multi-Target tables. This allows users to lay out the displayed information to exactly what they need to hit their target. After creating a range or target card, it can easily be shared via email. Built with the future in mind, the new AB Quantum™ platform allows for continuous innovation. At launch the following new features will be available: • AB Quantum™ User Interface - Take control of ballistic data and find solutions with ease using the new layout designed with one-handed operation in mind. • New Bluetooth® Device Manager - Find and connect AB Bluetooth® devices quickly and send data between devices using AB Quantum Connect™. • AB Quantum Sync™ - User gun profiles are automatically uploaded to an encrypted server to allow easy access for other devices and backup, providing peace of mind and security. • Customizable Range Card and Target Card Modes - The new expandable and customizable range and target card modes allow users to select what data to see for each Range or Target. Use the share function to send range and data cards in just seconds. • New Reticle Library - The AB Reticle library is hosted online and updates in AB Quantum™ automatically, providing users with up-to-date solution drawing for their favorite rifle scopes. • Improved Truing Interface - Easy to access ballistic truing features without leaving solution screens. • Chronograph Integration - Connect Bluetooth®-enabled chronographs - such as the Optex Systems SpeedTracker™ - directly to the app and save the velocity data to rifle profiles.

About

MantisX

Enhance your shooting accuracy with this system that analyzes firearm movement data. It diagnoses mechanics, offers real-time coaching, and identifies areas for improvement. Requires a separate sensor to attach to your firearm.

Highlights
  • Shooting precision improvement
  • Movement data analysis
  • Real-time coaching
  • Shooting mechanics diagnosis
  • Focus area identification
Features
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MantisX is a revolutionary training system that helps you improve your shooting precision. Use of the app requires a MantisX Sensor which can be bought here: http://www.mantisx.com. It attaches to any picatinny rail (or rail adapter if your firearm doesn't have a built-in rail). The internal electronics of the MantisX Sensor collect movement data before, during, and after your shot. The app analyzes the data and diagnoses your shooting mechanics, provides real-time coaching, and determines what you need to focus on to improve most quickly. MantisX is a powerful tool that will make your training more efficient and effective.

Screenshots

AB Quantum4 screens
MantisX4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MantisX at none against AB Quantum's 4. MantisX also leads on review sentiment (66% vs 45%). AB Quantum's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and chart position (#100 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model 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. AB Quantum sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. MantisX asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AB Quantum holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AB Quantum has 2.9K ratings behind it against 360, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 45% of AB Quantum's written reviews are positive against 66% of MantisX's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AB Quantum ships an update fortnightly, MantisX every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
AB Quantum versus MantisX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAB QuantumMantisX
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (2.9K ratings) — better4.3 (360 ratings)
Positive reviews44.8% of reviews66.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.9K — better360
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#100 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size466 MB201 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperApplied BallisticsMantis Tech LLC

Customer experience

AB Quantum

All ratings2,859 ratings
Positive93.9%
Neutral2.0%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews261 reviews
Positive44.8%
Neutral12.6%
Negative42.5%

MantisX

All ratings360 ratings
Positive81.9%
Neutral5.3%
Negative12.8%
Written reviews124 reviews
Positive66.1%
Neutral9.7%
Negative24.2%

User reviews

AB Quantum

From 2.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Best ballistic app
  • 👍 Accurate ballistic calculations
  • 👍 Comprehensive features
  • 👍 Great support
  • 👍 Easy to use once set up

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Buggy after updates
  • 🐛 Connectivity issues with Kestrel
  • 🐛 Glitches with user interface
  • 👎 Difficult to navigate
  • 👎 Outdated interface

MantisX

From 360 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Excellent training aid
  • 🚀 Improves shooting skills
  • 💡 Provides valuable feedback
  • 👍 Responsive customer support

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent shot detection
  • 🐛 Frequent app crashes
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with certain firearms
  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly

Bugs and requests

AB Quantum

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Bullet BC not retaining custom values
  • Profiles disappearing after updates
  • Atmospheric data not syncing correctly
  • Ballistics calculations not matching real-world data

Requested features

5 requests
  • Apple Watch app
  • More reticle options
  • Metric unit support
  • Backup and restore functionality
  • Improved range card and target card features

MantisX

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes after completing training sessions
  • Inability to recognize shots with double-action pistols
  • False shot detection when racking the slide

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to save training history
  • Integration with other training apps
  • More customizable drills and exercises
  • Landscape mode support

In-app purchases

4 purchases

AB Quantum

Subscriptions4
  • Elite Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Professional Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Elite Annual$19.991 Year
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  • Professional Annual3 Days trial$29.991 Year
None

MantisX

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AB Quantum free?
AB Quantum is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MantisX free?
MantisX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, AB Quantum or MantisX?
AB Quantum is rated higher. AB Quantum averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.9K ratings, while MantisX averages 4.3 from 360 ratings.
Do AB Quantum or MantisX have ads?
Neither AB Quantum nor MantisX shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AB Quantum or MantisX?
AB Quantum ships an update fortnightly, and MantisX every 2 weeks. Most recently, AB Quantum was updated on November 6, 2026 and MantisX on November 1, 2026.

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