Comparison

Digital Link 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

Digital Link

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
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Cut the Cord! This app is designed to be used in conjunction with the ProChrono Digital chronograph (model CEI-3800) and the Digital Link Bluetooth accessory (model CEI-3812) OR the ProChrono DLX (CEI-3820). It provides a modern user interface for controlling the chronograph as well as collecting and managing the velocity data. Now you can connect wireless to your chronograph using a tablet or smartphone! Whether you are interested in testing your loads or your shooting skills for speed and consistency, Competition Electronics has a product to suit your needs. We have been producing quality shooting products in the USA since 1982. Our goal is to provide a long lasting product that is serviceable and affordable.

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

Digital Link3 screens
Ballistic X4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Digital Link at Free against Ballistic X's $7.99. Digital Link also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). Ballistic X's advantage is rating (3.8 vs 3.0) and review sentiment (56% vs 43%). On update cadence, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Digital Link is free to download; Ballistic X costs $7.99 up front. Ballistic X sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. Digital Link asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Ballistic X holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 50 and 170 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of Digital Link's written reviews are positive against 56% of Ballistic X's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Digital Link ships an update every 5 weeks, Ballistic X every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Digital Link versus Ballistic X: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDigital LinkBallistic X
PriceFree — better$7.99
Rating3.0 (50 ratings)3.8 (170 ratings) — better
Positive reviews43.1% of reviews56.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings50170 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#6 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.416.4
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB111 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCompetition ElectronicsNomad Innovations, LLC

Customer experience

Digital Link

All ratings50 ratings
Positive42.0%
Neutral16.0%
Negative42.0%
Written reviews51 reviews
Positive43.1%
Neutral17.6%
Negative39.2%

Ballistic X

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

User reviews

Digital Link

From 50 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use and operate
  • 🚀 Calculates and displays data well
  • 💡 Good for load development
  • 👍 User interface is friendly and functional
  • 👍 Works great on iPhone and iPad

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Constantly losing connection
  • 🐛 App crashes or freezes
  • 🐛 Not compatible with latest iOS updates
  • 🐛 Digital link not supported
  • 🐛 Bluetooth not supported

Ballistic X

From 170 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 Accurate measurements
  • 💡 Useful for load development
  • 🚀 Simple and intuitive workflow
  • 💡 Helpful for zeroing rifles

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and bugs
  • 💰 Requires subscription for advanced features
  • 🔒 Forced login requirement
  • 🔍 Small overlay text
  • 🔍 Difficult to use without 1-inch reference

Bugs and requests

Digital Link

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • Digital link not supported
  • Bluetooth not supported
  • Constantly losing connection
  • Edit function not working
  • Backup file corrupt
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  • CSV export broken
  • Cannot view saved images
  • Dark mode reverts to white
  • App crashes when deleting shot list
  • Image creation/viewing feature broken
  • App crashes on iPad 3 with latest iOS
  • Deleted years of data
  • Won't save decimal for bullet weight
  • App abends when creating summary for uploading

Requested features

15 requests
  • Update for latest iOS versions
  • Support for Bluetooth
  • Ability to print reports from iPhone
  • Dark mode option
  • Organize shot data by gun/caliber/load
Show 10 more
  • Ability to undelete or manually add shots
  • Swipe to scroll through data sets
  • Folders for load development
  • Show ft-lb energy instead of power factor
  • Group shot strings by firearm or cartridge
  • Allow screen rotation to landscape
  • Add fields for bullet type, manufacturer, powder, etc.
  • Save specific rounds in a customized preset list
  • Allow two decimal places for bullet weight in grains
  • Report power in joules

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
Show 1 more
  • Statistical analysis of group variation

In-app purchases

None

Digital Link

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Ballistic X

Subscriptions1
  • Advanced Toolkit Yearly$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Digital Link free?
Digital Link is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ballistic X free?
Ballistic X costs $7.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Digital Link or Ballistic X?
Ballistic X is rated higher. Digital Link averages 3.0 out of 5 from 50 ratings, while Ballistic X averages 3.8 from 170 ratings.
Do Digital Link or Ballistic X have ads?
Neither Digital Link nor Ballistic X shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Digital Link or Ballistic X?
Digital Link ships an update every 5 weeks, and Ballistic X every 3 weeks. Most recently, Digital Link was updated on November 1, 2026 and Ballistic X on November 6, 2026.

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