# GeoBallistics vs Shot Timer

GeoBallistics and Shot Timer both sit at 4.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 65% of GeoBallistics's written reviews are positive against 22% of Shot Timer's. Shot Timer's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GeoBallistics sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Shot Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for GeoBallistics against 4.1 for Shot Timer. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 239 and 452 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 65% of GeoBallistics's written reviews are positive against 22% of Shot Timer's.

GeoBallistics ships an update every 9 days, Shot Timer every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 22, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | GeoBallistics | Shot Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (239 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geoballistics/id972536756/reviews) | **[4.1 (452 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shot-timer-range-trainer/id1566003865/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 239 | **452** |
| Positive reviews | **65.2% of reviews** | 22.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 113 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vortex Optics](https://appshunter.io/developer/1324210280) | [Daniel Yaakob](https://appshunter.io/developer/1538646536) |

## What reviewers say

### GeoBallistics

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/geoballistics/id972536756)

This app provides advanced ballistics calculations for rifle shooting. It allows users to create unlimited rifle profiles, connect with weather hardware for atmospheric data, and build/save satellite imagery range cards. Features include a movers calculator, holdover calculator, and Coriolis effect auto-calculation.

**Highlights:** Unlimited Rifle Profiles, Atmospheric Data Integration, Satellite Imagery Range Cards, Movers Calculator, Holdover Calculator, Advanced Ballistics Solver, Coriolis Effect Auto-Calculation

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| WINDmeter Compatibility | Free | one-time |
| BallisticARC PRO | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Accurate ballistic solutions
- 💡 Seamless integration with Vortex hardware
- 👍 Helpful customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Clunky navigation and UI
- 🐛 Inaccurate windage and elevation solutions
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with dark mode
- 🐛 Crashes and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to edit rifle profiles
- Inability to connect with Vortex rangefinder
- Crashes on launch for some users

**Requested features**

- Option to display ballistic charts in inches
- Support for reticles from other manufacturers
- Downloadable offline map data
- Apple Watch companion app


### Shot Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shot-timer-range-trainer/id1566003865)

Enhance your shooting practice with a customizable timer and personalized coaching tips. Track your progress by attaching photos to drill history and set specific goals for each session.

**Highlights:** Multiple drill types, Personalized coaching tips, Attach photos to drill history, Adjustable timer settings, Set par time goals, Microphone sensitivity adjustment

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Shot pick up
- 👍 Good app for dry fire practice
- 👍 Decent basic training tool

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't register shots in dry fire or live fire
- 🐛 Unreliable, inconsistent shot detection
- 🔇 Low sound volume, can't be adjusted
- 🔇 Volume automatically turns down during use
- 🔒 Limited functionality even in premium version

**Reported bugs**

- Registers unholstering as a shot
- Randomly registers shots even in silent environments
- Countdown timer doesn't work as expected

**Requested features**

- Add support for Bluetooth hearing protection
- Allow timing of multiple shots and strings
- Add more customizable drill options
- Improve accuracy and consistency of shot detection


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GeoBallistics free?

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

### Is Shot Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GeoBallistics or Shot Timer?

Shot Timer is rated higher. GeoBallistics averages 4.0 out of 5 from 239 ratings, while Shot Timer averages 4.1 from 452 ratings.

### Do GeoBallistics or Shot Timer have ads?

Neither GeoBallistics nor Shot Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GeoBallistics or Shot Timer?

GeoBallistics ships an update every 9 days, and Shot Timer every 2 weeks. Most recently, GeoBallistics was updated on September 22, 2026 and Shot Timer on September 22, 2026.

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