# Handloader vs Caldwell Shooting

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Handloader at 57% against Caldwell Shooting's 0%. Handloader also leads on rating (3.9 vs 2.7) and ratings volume (55 vs 7). Caldwell Shooting's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 41) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 8 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Handloader sells 41 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per year. Caldwell Shooting asks for nothing beyond the download.

Handloader holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Handloader has 55 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Handloader's written reviews are positive against 0% of Caldwell Shooting's.

Handloader ships an update every 8 months, Caldwell Shooting every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Handloader | Caldwell Shooting |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.9 (55 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handloader/id905933887/reviews)** | [2.7 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/caldwell-shooting/id1607037264/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **55** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | **57.1% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Size | 40 MB | 117 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Magzter Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/406791755) | [American Outdoor Brands, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1577844743) |

## 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 |


### Caldwell Shooting

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/caldwell-shooting/id1607037264)

This app helps shooters collect and manage ballistic data from compatible chronographs. It allows users to track firearm profiles, log shooting sessions, and gain insights to improve accuracy.

**Highlights:** Real-time velocity collection, Firearm profile management, Shooting string tracking, Data-rich performance insights, User-friendly interface

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Handloader free?

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

### Is Caldwell Shooting free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Handloader or Caldwell Shooting?

Handloader is rated higher. Handloader averages 3.9 out of 5 from 55 ratings, while Caldwell Shooting averages 2.7 from 7 ratings.

### Do Handloader or Caldwell Shooting have ads?

Neither Handloader nor Caldwell Shooting shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Handloader or Caldwell Shooting?

Handloader ships an update every 8 months, and Caldwell Shooting every 2 weeks. Most recently, Handloader was updated on October 19, 2026 and Caldwell Shooting on October 18, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*