Comparison

TargetView vs Ballistic X

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

Head to head
About

TargetView

Measure shot accuracy for firearms with detailed statistics. Record firearm outings, track improvement, and share targets with friends. Ideal for marksmen, reloaders, and firearm enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • Measure shot accuracy
  • Calculate group size
  • Track improvement over time
  • Record firearm and ammunition details
  • Save and share targets
  • Built-in scaling function
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TargetView is the marksman app that measures your shots and calculates your accuracy the right way. Record your firearm outings to track improvement in your marksmanship, and then share your targets with friends for the ultimate bragging rights! TargetView is easy to set up and intuitive to navigate. Simply add your firearm, the ammunition you used, and place your shots on the image of your target. TargetView has a built-in scaling function so you can scale your target images to get exact statistics. You’ll see the true size of your group and the accuracy of your shots with just one button. There is no other firearm app that is as simple, fast, and easy to use as TargetView! Track your accuracy progress over multiple dates, firearms, and ammunition choices. TargetView saves all your targets so you can reference them later and compare. TargetView also keeps all of the details on your firearms and ammunition so you can keep a good record of all your hand loads, ammo configurations, and equipment information. ▶ Who Should Use TargetView? ◀ • For marksmen, TargetView provides the ultimate measurement and statistics tool for calculating the accuracy of firearms and shooters. It also serves as a training record to demonstrate and record your improvements and firearm proficiency. • For reloaders and handloaders, this app allows you to test and record different ammo recipes while tracking their accuracy. Record detailed information about charge weights, projectile choices, primer types, and more. You can write and save notes so that you never forget or lose anything! • For firearm enthusiasts, this app gives you a convenient place to keep a database of your firearms and save your favorite targets. Visit www.TargetView.app for more information, including help and how-to guides.

About

Ballistic X

This app helps shooters calculate shot groups and zero their rifles with an intuitive interface. It offers features for load development and precise turret adjustments, supporting various units and target types. An optional upgrade unlocks advanced statistical analysis tools.

Highlights
  • Shot group calculation
  • Rifle zero adjustment (ATZ)
  • Load development data
  • MOA/MIL or INCH/CM support
  • Advanced statistical analysis (In-App Purchase)
  • Cross-device sync (optional)
Features
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Ballistic-X: The Easiest Way to Calculate Shot Groups and Zero Your Rifle! Designed by shooters, for shooters, Ballistic-X offers a simple, intuitive interface allowing users to customize their experience through the Options Menu. Whether you prefer MOA/MIL or INCH/CM, the app works seamlessly with any target, including Steel. Key Features: - Included: Gain access to the core functionality of Ballistic-X with a single purchase. No subscriptions required for full access to essential tools! - Sync settings across multiple devices by signing in (optional, not required to use the app). - Offers useful data and labeling options that aid in Load Development. - The ATZ (Adjustment To Zero) feature helps you precisely adjust your turrets to bring your rifle to zero, saving you rounds and time. ATZ works dynamically at any range and supports all turret options. Simple Workflow: - Take an image of your target (within the app or from your library) - Designate reference size via Settings (default is 1") - Mark two points on the target corresponding to the reference (for grid or steel targets) - Input the distance from the target - Select the caliber used - Mark Point of Aim and Impacts - Add overlay, label, crop, and export/share - Adjust your optic according to ATZ Upgrade to the Advanced Toolkit (In-App Purchase): Unlock additional pro-level features with the Advanced Toolkit: Advanced Overlay Display Options: - Mean Radius - Circular Error Probable (CEP) - Radial Standard Deviation (SD) - Vertical SD - Horizontal SD - Mean Windage - Mean Elevation - Impact Selector - Export to CSV for further data analysis Ballistic-X is a community-driven app, committed to providing the best user experience possible, along with unbeatable customer service. Join the Ballistic-X community today and elevate your shooting precision! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.ballistic-x.com/privacy.html

Screenshots

TargetView4 screens
Ballistic X4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TargetView at 4.5 against Ballistic X's 3.8. TargetView also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (78% vs 56%). Ballistic X's advantage is ratings volume (167 vs 4) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

TargetView costs $4.99 and Ballistic X $7.99 up front. Ballistic X sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. TargetView asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TargetView holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ballistic X has 167 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of TargetView's written reviews are positive against 56% of Ballistic X's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TargetView ships an update every 3 months, Ballistic X every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
TargetView versus Ballistic X: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTargetViewBallistic X
Price$4.99 — better$7.99
Rating4.5 (4 ratings) — better3.8 (167 ratings)
Positive reviews77.8% of reviews — better56.2% of reviews
Number of ratings4167 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank—#3 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB111 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJeff McClayNomad Innovations, LLC

Customer experience

TargetView

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral11.1%
Negative11.1%

Ballistic X

All ratings147 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral6.1%
Negative27.2%
Written reviews130 reviews
Positive56.2%
Neutral8.5%
Negative35.4%

Bugs and requests

TargetView

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Ballistic X

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes on launch
  • Photos rotate incorrectly
  • Overlay data not saving properly
  • Compatibility issues with older devices

Requested features

6 requests
  • Automatic impact detection
  • Ability to combine multiple groups on one target
  • More caliber options
  • Customizable overlay colors
  • Ability to rotate and adjust photos before overlay
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  • Statistical analysis of group variation

In-app purchases

None

TargetView

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Ballistic X

Subscriptions1
  • Advanced Toolkit Yearly$9.991 Year

Questions

Is TargetView free?
TargetView costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ballistic X free?
Ballistic X costs $7.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TargetView or Ballistic X?
TargetView is rated higher. TargetView averages 4.5 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Ballistic X averages 3.8 from 167 ratings.
Do TargetView or Ballistic X have ads?
Neither TargetView nor Ballistic X shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TargetView or Ballistic X?
TargetView ships an update every 3 months, and Ballistic X every 3 weeks. Most recently, TargetView was updated on November 1, 2026 and Ballistic X on November 2, 2026.

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