Comparison

AB Quantum vs RangeHound Ballistics

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

RangeHound Ballistics

This app provides real-time ballistic solutions for long-range shooters. It allows users to create rifle profiles, save environmental data, and receive live wind and elevation corrections. Features include modes for single shots, data refinement, and multi-target courses, all accessible offline.

Highlights
  • Create rifle profiles with load data
  • Save environmental conditions
  • Live elevation and wind corrections
  • Bench mode for single shots
  • Truing mode for data refinement
  • Stage mode for multi-target courses
  • Offline data access
Features
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RangeHound Ballistics is built for practical long-range shooters who need fast, reliable firing solutions in the field. Create rifle profiles with complete load data, save environment conditions, and get live elevation and wind corrections in MIL or MOA. Use Bench mode for quick single-shot solutions, Truing mode to refine your rifle data, and Stage mode to manage multi-target courses with wind-aware corrections. All primary shot data is stored locally on your device for quick access and offline use. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

AB Quantum4 screens
RangeHound Ballistics4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: RangeHound Ballistics at 100% against AB Quantum's 45%. RangeHound Ballistics also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). AB Quantum's advantage is chart position (#161 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 15 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and RangeHound Ballistics sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AB Quantum ships an update fortnightly, RangeHound Ballistics every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
AB Quantum versus RangeHound Ballistics: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAB QuantumRangeHound Ballistics
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (2.7K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews44.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.7K — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#161 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size299 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperApplied BallisticsRay Mackelson

Customer experience

AB Quantum

All ratings2,695 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral2.0%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews253 reviews
Positive44.7%
Neutral11.9%
Negative43.5%

RangeHound Ballistics

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

RangeHound Ballistics

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

15 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
One-time11
  • Custom Drag Model (CDM) for Berger 0.264cal 140gr Target Hybrid$1.99
  • Custom Drag Model (CDM) for Sierra 0.308cal 175gr MatchKing$1.99
  • Custom Drag Model (CDM) for Hornady 0.264cal 140gr ELD Match$1.99
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  • Custom Drag Model (CDM) for Hornady 0.264cal 143gr ELD X$1.99
  • Custom Drag Model (CDM) for Hornady 0.264cal 147gr ELD Match$1.99
  • AB Caliber 0.224 CDMs$9.99
  • AB Caliber 0.243 CDMs$9.99
  • AB Caliber 0.264 CDMs$9.99
  • AB Caliber 0.284 CDMs$9.99
  • AB Caliber 0.308 CDMs$9.99
  • AB Caliber 0.338 CDMs$9.99
2 purchases

RangeHound Ballistics

Subscriptions1
  • Ballistic Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
One-time1
  • Ballistic Pro$22.99

Questions

Is AB Quantum free?
AB Quantum is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RangeHound Ballistics free?
RangeHound Ballistics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do AB Quantum or RangeHound Ballistics have ads?
Neither AB Quantum nor RangeHound Ballistics shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AB Quantum or RangeHound Ballistics?
AB Quantum ships an update fortnightly, and RangeHound Ballistics every 2 weeks. Most recently, AB Quantum was updated on September 26, 2026 and RangeHound Ballistics on September 19, 2026.

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