# Handloader vs RAD Development

The clearest difference is price: Handloader at Free against RAD Development's $1.99. Handloader also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). RAD Development's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 41) and rating (4.4 vs 3.9). On ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Handloader is free to download; RAD Development costs $1.99 up front. Handloader sells 41 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per year. RAD Development asks for nothing beyond the download.

RAD Development holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 55 and 26 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Handloader's written reviews are positive against 70% of RAD Development's.

Handloader ships an update every 8 months, RAD Development every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Handloader | RAD Development |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $1.99 |
| Rating | [3.9 (55 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handloader/id905933887/reviews) | **[4.4 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rad-development/id1524099844/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **55** | 26 |
| Positive reviews | 57.1% of reviews | **70.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Paid** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#105** |
| Size | 40 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Magzter Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/406791755) | [Blake Williams](https://appshunter.io/developer/1524099906) |

## What reviewers say

### Handloader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handloader/id905933887)

This app is a digital journal dedicated to the sport of ammunition reloading. It covers reloading for pistols, rifles, and shotguns, along with the science of pressures and bullet performance. Subscriptions are available for purchase within the app.

**Highlights:** Ammunition reloading journal, Covers pistols, rifles, and shotguns, Explores science of pressures, Details bullet performance, Magazine subscriptions available

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (41)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Handloader 30 | $8.99 | per year |
| Handloader | $10.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year Digital Subscription | $17.99 | per year |
| Handloader August-September 2014 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader October - November 2014 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader December -January 2015 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader February-March 2013 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader December - January 2012 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader December - January 2011 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader February -March 2015 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader August - September 2015 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader June - July 2016 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Oct - Nov 2018 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader April - may 2011 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader August - September 2017 | $4.99 | one-time |
| April - May 2019 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader - June July 2024 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader June - July 2012 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader April - May 2015 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader August - September 2016 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader April - May 2013 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader August - September 2012 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader August-September 2013 | $4.99 | one-time |
| June - July 2019 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader Oct - Nov 2019 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader June - July 2011 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader June July 2022 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader December - January 2010 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader October - November 2016 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader February - March 2017 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader April - May 2017 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader December - January  2013 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader October - November 2011 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader June - July 2015 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader Oct - Nov 2014 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader October - November 2015 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader Dec 2019 - Jan 2020 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Jun Jul 2020 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader April - May 2010 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Handloader Special Issue 2018 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Winter Special 2017 | $7.99 | one-time |


### RAD Development

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rad-development/id1524099844)

**Currently charting:** #105 Top Paid · Sports (US App Store)

This app allows handloaders to meticulously record detailed notes on over 65 data points for rifle specifications, case preparation, bullet, powder, and environmental factors. It offers 5 different charts to track load development, improving the handloading experience with an easy-to-navigate interface.

**Highlights:** Record 65+ handloading data points, Track load development with 5 charts, Detailed case preparation data, Rifle, bullet, powder, and environment data, Easy-to-navigate interface, Offline access to notes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Handloader free?

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

### Is RAD Development free?

RAD Development costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Handloader or RAD Development?

RAD Development is rated higher. Handloader averages 3.9 out of 5 from 55 ratings, while RAD Development averages 4.4 from 26 ratings.

### Do Handloader or RAD Development have ads?

Neither Handloader nor RAD Development shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Handloader or RAD Development?

Handloader ships an update every 8 months, and RAD Development every 5 weeks. Most recently, Handloader was updated on September 22, 2026 and RAD Development on September 20, 2026.

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