# Handloader vs Digital Link

The clearest difference is rating: Handloader at 3.9 against Digital Link's 3.0. Handloader also leads on review sentiment (57% vs 43%) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.4). Digital Link's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 41) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 8 months). On price, ratings volume, 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. Digital Link asks for nothing beyond the download.

Handloader holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 55 and 50 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Handloader's written reviews are positive against 43% of Digital Link's.

Handloader ships an update every 8 months, Digital Link every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Handloader | Digital Link |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.9 (55 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handloader/id905933887/reviews)** | [3.0 (50 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digital-link/id936249854/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **55** | 50 |
| Positive reviews | **57.1% of reviews** | 43.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Size | 40 MB | 71 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Magzter Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/406791755) | [Competition Electronics](https://appshunter.io/developer/936249853) |

## 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 |


### Digital Link

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digital-link/id936249854)

Control your chronograph and manage velocity data wirelessly from your smartphone or tablet. Ideal for testing shooting loads and skills for speed and consistency.

**Highlights:** Wireless chronograph control, Velocity data collection, Modern user interface, Smartphone/tablet connectivity, Load testing, Shooting skill analysis

**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 Digital Link free?

Digital Link is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Handloader or Digital Link?

Handloader is rated higher. Handloader averages 3.9 out of 5 from 55 ratings, while Digital Link averages 3.0 from 50 ratings.

### Do Handloader or Digital Link have ads?

Neither Handloader nor Digital Link shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Handloader or Digital Link?

Handloader ships an update every 8 months, and Digital Link every 5 weeks. Most recently, Handloader was updated on October 2, 2026 and Digital Link on October 7, 2026.

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