AB Quantum vs Caldwell Shooting
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Ballistics solver
- Profile management
- Bluetooth device integration
- Customizable range/target cards
- Reticle library
- Ballistic truing
- Chronograph integration
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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.
Caldwell Shooting
This app helps shooters collect and manage ballistic data, track performance, and analyze shooting sessions. It integrates with chronographs to capture real-time velocities and allows for detailed firearm profile management.
- Real-time velocity collection
- Firearm profile management
- Track shooting string sessions
- Data-rich performance insights
- User-friendly interface
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Enhance Your Shooting Accuracy Introducing the Caldwell Brand App – your ultimate companion for collecting and managing ballistic data. Whether you're a professional shooter or an enthusiastic hobbyist, this app brings precision and ease to your shooting sessions. Key Features: Collect Real-Time Velocities: Seamlessly integrate with leading chronographs like the Caldwell Ballistic Precision Chronograph, Caldwell Ballistic G2, and Radar Velociradar to capture bullet velocities in real-time. Manage Firearm Profiles: Store and manage multiple firearm profiles. Customize settings for different firearms to ensure you're always equipped with the most accurate shooting data. Track String Sessions: Save and review shooting strings to analyze performance and make adjustments on the fly. Each session is logged with detailed data to help you track your progress. Data-Rich Insights: With comprehensive data collection, the app provides insights into your shooting patterns, helping you make informed adjustments to enhance accuracy and performance. User-Friendly Interface: Designed with the shooter in mind, the interface is intuitive and easy to navigate, allowing you to focus more on shooting and less on setup.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: AB Quantum at 45% against Caldwell Shooting's 0%. AB Quantum also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.7) and ratings volume (2.9K vs 7). Caldwell Shooting's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On price, update cadence, 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. AB Quantum sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Caldwell Shooting asks for nothing beyond the download.
AB Quantum holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AB Quantum has 2.9K ratings behind it against 7, 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 0% of Caldwell Shooting's.
AB Quantum ships an update fortnightly, Caldwell Shooting every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | AB Quantum | Caldwell Shooting |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (2.9K ratings) — better | 2.7 (7 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 44.8% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2.9K — better | 7 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #103 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 466 MB | 122 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Applied Ballistics | American Outdoor Brands, Inc. |
Customer experience
AB Quantum
Caldwell Shooting
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
Caldwell Shooting
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
AB Quantum
- 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
Caldwell Shooting
No in-app purchases
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