Comparison

Handloader vs RangeDay

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

Head to head
About

Handloader

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
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Handloader the ammunition reloading journal is the only magazine in the world dedicated to the sport of reloading. Handloader has been published for 50 years and covers reloading for pistols, rifles and shotguns. In addition to reloading it covers the science of pressures and bullet performance. Magazine Subscriptions are available for purchase inside this app. Six months subscription - $10.99 (automatically renewed until canceled) One year subscription - $12.99 (automatically renewed until canceled) Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your iTunes account will automatically be charged at the same price for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period unless you change your subscription preferences in your account settings. You can manage your subscriptions through your account settings after purchase on your device. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. Please visit http://www.magzter.com/ns/privacy-policy.html for our Privacy Policy and http://www.magzter.com/ns/terms_condition.html for our Terms & Conditions

About

RangeDay

This app helps shooters improve their accuracy by calculating group sizes and providing personalized feedback. It offers features to analyze shot placements, adjust turrets, and share results, transforming training sessions.

Highlights
  • Instant group size calculation
  • Dynamic ATZ for turret adjustments
  • Digital shooting coach with RangeIQ
  • Shareable target results
  • Intuitive interface for quick analysis
  • Detailed training insights
Features
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Range Day: Shoot Better, Group Tighter, and Zero Faster with the Ultimate Shooting Digital Coach and Group Size Calculator! Designed for shooters by shooters, our app is your reliable range buddy, perfect for hunters, competitive shooters, and firearms enthusiasts looking to measure and improve precision. Effortlessly calculate MOA or inches/cm on any target—paper, steel, or custom—straight from your phone. Now with RangeIQ, your digital shooting coach that analyzes your groups to provide detailed feedback and drill suggestions. ▶ Key Features: • Instant Group Size Calculation: Quickly capture an image of your target and measure your small groups accurately in MOA or inches/cm. • Dynamic ATZ (Adjustment To Zero): Precisely adjust elevation and windage turrets to achieve perfect zero, reducing ammo waste and maximizing range training efficiency. • Digital Shooting Coach: Get real-time feedback on your shot groups from a digital shooting coach, powered by RangeIQ. Your coach analyzes your stats to suggest drills and improvements for your next session. • Share Easily: Instantly export and share your targets, results, and improvements with friends, coaches, or on social media to track your progress and celebrate your achievements. • Intuitive Interface: Simple, fast workflow—capture, mark your points of aim and impacts, and get instant feedback with clear ballistic metrics. • Training Insights: Leverage detailed analysis for consistent improvement, making your range sessions more productive. ▶ Calculations include: • Group Size (MOA/cm) • Overall Width & Height • Mean Radius • ATZ (Adjustment to Zero) • Elevation Offset • Windage Offset • Distance to Target ▶ Ideal for: • People who spend time at the range looking to improve accuracy and efficiency. • Precision shooters chasing subMOA accuracy. • Hunters fine-tuning their rifles for perfect shot placement. • Enthusiasts seeking advanced ballistic data without complexity. Forget complicated calculations and expensive gear—use the ultimate digital coach and shot group calculator that fits right in your pocket. Join thousands of satisfied shooters, hunters, and professionals who have upgraded their range experience. Download now and transform your training sessions today! * GROUP SIZE CALCULATION, DYNAMIC ATZ, DIGITAL SHOOTING COACH, SHARING, AND TRAINING INSIGHTS REQUIRE A SUBSCRIPTION. TERMS: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ PRIVACY POLICY: https://www.rangedayapp.com/privacy

Screenshots

Handloader4 screens
RangeDay4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: RangeDay at 4.5 against Handloader's 3.9. RangeDay also leads on monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and update cadence (weekly vs every 8 months). Handloader's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.1). On price, ratings volume, 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. Handloader sells 41 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per year and RangeDay sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RangeDay holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 55 and 42 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Handloader's written reviews are positive against 75% of RangeDay's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Handloader ships an update every 8 months, RangeDay weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Handloader versus RangeDay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHandloaderRangeDay
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (55 ratings)4.5 (42 ratings) — better
Positive reviews57.1% of reviews75.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings55 — better42
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB49 MB
Age rating17+9+
DeveloperMagzter Inc.Sicong Liu

Customer experience

Handloader

All ratings55 ratings
Positive72.7%
Neutral3.6%
Negative23.6%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive57.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative42.9%

RangeDay

All ratings42 ratings
Positive88.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.9%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

41 purchases

Handloader

Subscriptions3
  • Handloader 30$8.991 Year
  • Handloader$10.996 Months
  • 1 Year Digital Subscription7 Days trial$17.991 Year
One-time38
  • Handloader August-September 2014$4.99
  • Handloader October - November 2014$4.99
  • Handloader December -January 2015$4.99
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  • Handloader February-March 2013$4.99
  • Handloader December - January 2012$4.99
  • Handloader December - January 2011$4.99
  • Handloader February -March 2015$4.99
  • Handloader August - September 2015$4.99
  • Handloader June - July 2016$4.99
  • Oct - Nov 2018$4.99
  • Handloader April - may 2011$4.99
  • Handloader August - September 2017$4.99
  • April - May 2019$4.99
  • Handloader - June July 2024$4.99
  • Handloader June - July 2012$4.99
  • Handloader April - May 2015$4.99
  • Handloader August - September 2016$4.99
  • Handloader April - May 2013$4.99
  • Handloader August - September 2012$4.99
  • Handloader August-September 2013$4.99
  • June - July 2019$4.99
  • Handloader Oct - Nov 2019$4.99
  • Handloader June - July 2011$4.99
  • Handloader June July 2022$4.99
  • Handloader December - January 2010$4.99
  • Handloader October - November 2016$4.99
  • Handloader February - March 2017$4.99
  • Handloader April - May 2017$4.99
  • Handloader December - January 2013$4.99
  • Handloader October - November 2011$4.99
  • Handloader June - July 2015$4.99
  • Handloader Oct - Nov 2014$4.99
  • Handloader October - November 2015$4.99
  • Handloader Dec 2019 - Jan 2020$4.99
  • Jun Jul 2020$4.99
  • Handloader April - May 2010$4.99
  • Handloader Special Issue 2018$7.99
  • Winter Special 2017$7.99
4 purchases

RangeDay

Subscriptions4
  • RangeDay Pro - Weekly$1.997 Days
  • RangeDay Pro - 1 Month$7.991 Month
  • RangeDay Pro - 1 Year3 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • RangeDay Pro - Annual$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Handloader free?
Handloader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RangeDay free?
RangeDay is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Handloader or RangeDay?
RangeDay is rated higher. Handloader averages 3.9 out of 5 from 55 ratings, while RangeDay averages 4.5 from 42 ratings.
Do Handloader or RangeDay have ads?
Neither Handloader nor RangeDay shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Handloader or RangeDay?
Handloader ships an update every 8 months, and RangeDay weekly. Most recently, Handloader was updated on September 22, 2026 and RangeDay on September 19, 2026.

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