About
Shooter is a professional-grade ballistics calculator designed for serious long-range shooters and hunters. Available on iOS and Android, it provides highly accurate trajectory solutions using a custom solver supporting both G1 and G7 drag models. Users can calculate trajectory, windage, lead, velocity, energy, and time of flight with confidence in the field. The app features a library of over 1,300 bullets, including Bryan Litz's measured ballistic coefficients for 175+ popular projectiles with stepped BC support. Shooters can save unlimited firearm and ammo profiles, pulling live atmospheric data — altitude, temperature, pressure, humidity, and wind — automatically via GPS from the nearest weather station, or directly from Bluetooth-connected Kestrel and WeatherFlow devices. Advanced features include Coriolis acceleration and gyroscopic spin drift compensation, uphill/downhill angle detection via camera and accelerometer, range estimation using scope reticles (MOA, IPHY, Mils), and a truing/calibration tool to back-calculate true muzzle velocity or drag scaling without a chronograph. Powder temperature compensation and zero atmosphere correction make it reliable in variable conditions. Cloud sync backs up all profiles for free without a subscription, and a Target Card system lets hunters manage multiple targets at once. A clean Field Solution HUD is optimized for fast in-field reading. Full metric support is included. At $19.99 with no recurring fees, Shooter is built for precision and built to last.
Key Features
- Custom Ballistics Solver: Supports G1 and G7 drag models, calculating trajectory, windage, lead, velocity, energy, and time of flight with high accuracy.
- 1,300+ Bullet Library: Includes Bryan Litz's measured ballistic coefficients for over 175 popular bullets, with stepped BC support and auto-loaded data.
- Automatic Atmosphere & Device Integration: Pulls live atmospheric conditions via GPS or directly from Bluetooth-enabled Kestrel and WeatherFlow WeatherMeter devices.
- Truing & Calibration: Enter observed drop at known distances to back-calculate true muzzle velocity or drag scaling — no chronograph required.
- Target Cards & Field HUD: Manage multiple targets with distance, inclination, and azimuth data, and view clean firing solutions via a hunter-focused HUD interface.
Use Cases
- Long-range rifle shooters dialing in precise firing solutions for targets at extended distances in varying atmospheric conditions.
- Hunters needing quick, accurate ballistic data in the field — including uphill/downhill angle correction and wind compensation.
- Competitive precision rifle shooters managing multiple rifle and ammunition profiles with cloud-synced data across devices.
- Ballistics-conscious reloaders using the truing feature to verify and refine muzzle velocity data without a chronograph.
- Shooters using Kestrel or WeatherFlow meters who want seamless Bluetooth integration for real-time atmospheric data input.
Pros
- One-Time Purchase with Free Updates: At $19.99 with no subscription, users get lifetime access including all future feature updates at no additional cost.
- Comprehensive Advanced Features: Covers Coriolis drift, spin drift, powder temperature compensation, zero atmosphere correction, and cloud profile sync — covering nearly every real-world variable.
- Works Fully Offline: All ballistic calculations run entirely on-device without cellular or internet connectivity, making it reliable in remote locations.
- Trusted Bullet Data: Includes Bryan Litz's professionally measured ballistic coefficients, giving shooters confidence in the accuracy of their data.
Cons
- Separate Purchase Per Platform: Buying on iOS does not grant access on Android or vice versa — users switching platforms must repurchase the app.
- Limited Refund Options: Apple App Store does not offer refunds, and Google Play only allows cancellation within 15 minutes of purchase, leaving little room for buyer's remorse.
- No Free Trial: There is no trial or lite version available, so new users must commit to the purchase price without testing the app first.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Shooter work without cellular service or internet?
Yes. All ballistic calculations run completely offline. Internet is only needed for cloud profile syncing or pulling live weather data from a nearby weather station.
Do I have to repurchase Shooter if I get a new phone?
No. Your purchase is tied to your Apple ID or Google account. Simply sign in with the same account on your new device and re-download the app at no charge.
If I buy Shooter on iOS, do I get access on Android too?
No. iOS and Android are separate platforms with different app stores. A purchase on one platform does not transfer to the other.
What drag models does Shooter support?
Shooter supports both G1 and G7 drag models through its custom ballistics solver, along with stepped ballistic coefficients for improved long-range accuracy.
Can I calibrate Shooter without a chronograph?
Yes. Shooter's truing feature lets you enter observed bullet drop at known distances and back-calculates your true muzzle velocity or drag scaling factor automatically.
