Comparison

GeoBallistics vs Cargo

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

Head to head
About

GeoBallistics

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
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About This App: GeoBallistics is a mobile app available for iOS devices and is compatible with Vortex Razor HD 4000 GB and Vortex Relay™ devices. The app allows users the freedom to build and create unlimited rifle profiles, connect with weather-hardware for onsite atmospherics, build/save/export satellite imagery range cards, and more. Key App Features: • Online Rifle Backup • Online Range Card Backup • Match Downloads • Shooting Range Downloads • Movers Calculator • First Ever Holdover calculator • Advanced Ballistics Solver • Comprehensive Bullet Library • Online weather access with station pressure • Free WeatherFlow hardware compatibility • Kestrel LiNK hardware compatibility (PRO version) • Shot-angle calculator • Shot-bearing calculator • Unlimited Rifle Profiles (PRO version) • Ability to save charts to camera roll (PRO version) • Ability to export charts as .csv (PRO version) • Ability to save/load satellite range cards for later use (PRO version) • Muzzle Velocity Truing • Coriolis effect auto-calculated with position and latitude The GeoBallistics mobile app is powered by the BallisticsARC (Ballistics, Atmospherics, and Range Card) solver, and combines the functionality of a ballistics calculator, an atmospheric device, and a GPS rangefinder into one application. The BallisticsARC solver is an advanced 3 DOF solver with provisions for MV vs Temp, Coriolis, spin drift, crosswind jump, moving targets, multiple targets with unique azimuths and angles and much more. GeoBallistics includes 4 modes: HUD Mode, Chart Mode, Map Mode, and Comp Mode. All modes are accessible with 1 custom rifle. In order to add additional rifles and save/export range cards, use Kestrel devices, or backup data online, you must upgrade to the PRO version for a one-time fee. HUD Mode puts everything you need on one screen for a single target. This is also where the moving target feature and max ordinate display is located. Chart Mode is a traditional calculator that allows for a complete solution. Solutions include considerations for gyroscopic drift, Coriolis effect, wind influence, shot angle, atmospheric conditions, and more. Chart Mode also allows FREE integration of the WeatherFlow products. Map Mode allows users to range targets by dropping pins on satellite imagery of a shooting location. Range and solution are displayed by tapping on the target pins. Map Mode also introduces external ballistic data overlays on satellite imagery. These overlays display a bullet's performance along its path according to parameters specified for each rifle profile. Comp Mode allows the user to enter a course of fire with multiple targets with unique variables such as shot angle and shot azimuth. Now features the Holdover Data Zero setting (HDZ) calculator. This is a first-in-class feature that allows you to easily set an optimal zero for holdover stages.

About

Cargo

Features
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CargoPro is the field-ready cargo securement compliance tool for professional truck drivers and fleet safety managers. Built on 49 CFR Part 393, CargoPro walks you through a complete inspection checklist at the point of loading — before you ever leave the dock. **STOP VIOLATIONS BEFORE THEY START** Cargo securement violations carry fines up to $18,000 per incident and can put a truck out of service on the spot. CargoPro puts the exact federal requirements in your hands, specific to what you're hauling and how much it weighs. **11 CARGO TYPES COVERED** • General Freight (§393.100–114) • Flatbed — General (§393.100–114) • Metal Coils (§393.120) • Logs (§393.116) • Dressed Lumber (§393.118) • Paper Rolls (§393.122) • Heavy Equipment / Machinery (§393.130) • Automobiles & Light Trucks (§393.128) • Concrete Pipe (§393.124) • Intermodal Containers (§393.126) • Dry Bulk (§393.100) **WORKS OFFLINE — ALWAYS** All 49 CFR Part 393 rules are stored on-device. No cell signal needed to run a full inspection. Results sync to your fleet portal when you reconnect. **4-STEP INSPECTION FLOW** 1. Select your cargo type from 11 categories 2. Enter load weight and length — CargoPro calculates minimum tie-downs and Working Load Limit for you 3. Work through the checklist — each item shows the exact CFR regulation 4. Get a pass/fail result with a plain-English remediation list for any violations **THREE VIOLATION SEVERITY LEVELS** • OUT-OF-SERVICE (Critical) — truck cannot legally move until corrected • MAJOR — fines $3,500–$18,000, significant CSA points • MINOR — citation and CSA points **FLEET SAFETY DASHBOARD** Safety managers and carrier admins get a full fleet view: every driver's inspection records, compliance trends, and outstanding violations — all in one place. **PHOTO DOCUMENTATION** Photograph your load at departure. Photos are attached to the inspection record and synced to your fleet portal for dispute resolution. **COMPLETE INSPECTION HISTORY** Every inspection is saved locally and backed up to your carrier account. Your full compliance record travels with you. **BUILT FOR THE FIELD** Large tap targets, high-contrast industrial design, and a no-nonsense workflow designed for use in gloves, on a loading dock, in any weather. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ https://gocargopro.com/privacypolicy

Screenshots

GeoBallistics4 screens
Cargo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Cargo at none against GeoBallistics's 2. GeoBallistics's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads and device support 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. GeoBallistics sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Cargo asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
GeoBallistics versus Cargo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGeoBallisticsCargo
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (245 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews65.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings245 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size148 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVortex OpticsPatriot Plunges LLC

Bugs and requests

GeoBallistics

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

Cargo

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

GeoBallistics

One-time2
  • WINDmeter CompatibilityFree
  • BallisticARC PRO$14.99
None

Cargo

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GeoBallistics free?
GeoBallistics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cargo free?
Cargo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do GeoBallistics or Cargo have ads?
Neither GeoBallistics nor Cargo shows ads.

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