FieldSolve: Ballistic Calc
FieldSolve is a ballistic calculator for long-range shooters and hunters that computes firing solutions and records shot data on iOS.
The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
It replaces manual range cards and physical logbooks with a digital interface that integrates live environmental data and shot video for immediate feedback.
For Long-range shooters, hunters, and precision rifle competitors who require accurate firing solutions and field documentation.
What does it look like?
Key features
Calculates distance and shot angle by dropping pins on satellite or topo terrain maps.
Records video of shots with real-time firing solution, wind, cant, and velocity data burned into the clip.
Connects via Bluetooth LE to external weather meters, chronographs, and laser rangefinders.
How much does it cost?
FieldSolve is currently offered as a free tool with no visible subscription or IAP gates, focusing on user acquisition within the precision shooting community.
Velocity
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FieldSolve: Ballistic Calc is currently in an active development phase, shipping two distinct versions within the last 30 days. The latest release focuses on UX improvements, such as enhanced keyboard input for ballistic variables and better error messaging for range calculations. Development is clearly centered on refining the core utility and user interface, with consistent updates occurring roughly every two to three weeks. This cadence indicates a stable, feature-focused development cycle.
Who built it?
EX Corporation Oy
8 apps tracked · Sports
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Handload: Reloading Log & Data
FX Chrono ConnectUser Sentiment
What do users think recently?
How are ratings & reviews evolving?
Not enough recent reviews to extract reliable themes yet.
Read the full review analysisCompetition
Competitive landscape for FieldSolve: Ballistic Calc
How's the Sports market?
FieldSolve enters the Sports category as a free-to-use precision tool, competing against established paid ballistic calculators. The absence of a subscription gate at launch signals a focus on rapid user acquisition over immediate revenue generation.
The rivals identified
The Analyst's Read
Key takeaways for FieldSolve: Ballistic Calc
Where is it heading?
Users report: The precision shooting market is shifting toward integrated digital solutions that combine environmental data with shot documentation. FieldSolve is well-positioned to capture this segment by offering high-value features for free, which forces paid rivals to justify their subscription costs against a zero-dollar alternative.
- The active release cadence (two updates in the last month) demonstrates a commitment to feature expansion rather than maintenance mode.
- The focus on free utility acquisition suggests a long-term strategy to build a user base before introducing monetization gates.
The SWOT
- Map-tap ranging reduces physical rangefinder dependency
- Video data overlay creates shareable shot logs
- Bluetooth LE integration increases hardware switching costs
- Localized HUD labels capture non-US market segments
Next best moves
Implement a freemium tier for advanced drag models because current free-only model risks sustainability → increase LTV
+ 1 more prioritized moveThe counter-intuitive read
The lack of monetization is not a weakness…
Read the full takeBottom line
FieldSolve's free-to-use model effectively lowers the barrier to entry for precision shooters, but the lack of a revenue gate threatens long-term viability. Transitioning to a freemium model would unlock sustainable growth without sacrificing the utility that currently drives user acquisition.
Unlock 1 critical friction, 1 market threat, 1 more prioritized move and the analyst’s take.
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Is FieldSolve free to use?
Does FieldSolve work with weather meters?
What makes FieldSolve different from other ballistic calculators?
Sources
- [1] App Store
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