# AB Quantum vs ADFG

The clearest difference is rating: AB Quantum at 4.7 against ADFG's 2.6. AB Quantum also leads on review sentiment (45% vs 23%) and ratings volume (2.7K vs 97). ADFG's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 15) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AB Quantum sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. ADFG asks for nothing beyond the download.

AB Quantum holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AB Quantum has 2.7K ratings behind it against 97, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of AB Quantum's written reviews are positive against 23% of ADFG's.

AB Quantum ships an update fortnightly, ADFG every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AB Quantum | ADFG |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (2.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ab-quantum/id785619104/reviews)** | [2.6 (97 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adfg/id1582653381/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.7K** | 97 |
| Positive reviews | **44.7% of reviews** | 23.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#149** | — |
| Size | 299 MB | 161 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Applied Ballistics](https://appshunter.io/developer/785619107) | [Department of Fish & Game](https://appshunter.io/developer/1532674073) |

## What reviewers say

### AB Quantum

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ab-quantum/id785619104)

**Currently charting:** #149 Top Grossing · Sports (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Elite Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Professional Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Elite Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Professional Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Custom Drag Model (CDM) for Berger 0.264cal 140gr Target Hybrid | $1.99 | one-time |
| Custom Drag Model (CDM) for Sierra 0.308cal 175gr MatchKing | $1.99 | one-time |
| Custom Drag Model (CDM) for Hornady 0.264cal 140gr ELD Match | $1.99 | one-time |
| Custom Drag Model (CDM) for Hornady 0.264cal 143gr ELD X | $1.99 | one-time |
| Custom Drag Model (CDM) for Hornady 0.264cal 147gr ELD Match | $1.99 | one-time |
| AB Caliber 0.224 CDMs | $9.99 | one-time |
| AB Caliber 0.243 CDMs | $9.99 | one-time |
| AB Caliber 0.264 CDMs | $9.99 | one-time |
| AB Caliber 0.284 CDMs | $9.99 | one-time |
| AB Caliber 0.308 CDMs | $9.99 | one-time |
| AB Caliber 0.338 CDMs | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


### ADFG

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adfg/id1582653381)

This app provides Alaska hunters and anglers with essential information and services for planning trips and managing their activities. Access licenses, permits, and big game tags digitally, view regulations, and record harvests directly from your mobile device.

**Highlights:** Digital licenses and permits, Big game locking-tag records, Hunting regulations, Record harvests, Sport fish identification guide, Offline map and regulation downloads

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to navigate regulations
- 👍 Digital licenses accepted
- 👍 Useful for sport fishermen
- 👍 Can report results offline
- 👍 Good idea for an app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent login issues
- 🐛 App crashes often
- 🐛 Sync errors
- 🐛 Long load times
- 🐛 Error messages

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues
- Sync errors
- App crashes
- Harvest report submission crashes
- Map crashes

**Requested features**

- More push notifications for dates
- Push notifications for emergency orders
- Commercial announcements and regs
- Permit card digital storage
- Separate app for commercial fishing


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AB Quantum free?

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

### Is ADFG free?

ADFG is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, AB Quantum or ADFG?

AB Quantum is rated higher. AB Quantum averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.7K ratings, while ADFG averages 2.6 from 97 ratings.

### Do AB Quantum or ADFG have ads?

Neither AB Quantum nor ADFG shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, AB Quantum or ADFG?

AB Quantum ships an update fortnightly, and ADFG every 5 weeks. Most recently, AB Quantum was updated on September 26, 2026 and ADFG on September 17, 2026.

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