FAQ

Where is the data saved and who has access to it?

The app is 100% offline and is not dependent on any servers, nor is there any internet connectivity. The database is saved locally on-device and can be exported in various formats if desired.

I already have an Excel list of my guns, can I import them?

Yes, your own Excel files (in CSV format) can be imported. The handling of the fields can be configured directly in the app.

Please note that the calibers must be named exactly as specified in the app, otherwise the "QuickShot" function will not work. A list of calibers can be found here. Multiple calibers are separated by a comma followed by a space ", ".

Please also note that importing as a CSV file does not support images, these must be added in the app.

I already use the XY app, why should I switch to Arsenal?

There are indeed several alternative apps, especially on Android, that serve the same purpose as Arsenal. However

  • most are US-oriented
  • they seem to have no language selection or employ an auto-translation
  • they do not seem to have the same range of functions, or if they do, they seem quite unintuitive and cumbersome
  • the developer can often appear as not traceable (LLC in front of the developer) and sometimes appear to not interact with the community
  • they can cost twice as much, may have partly non-transparent in-app purchases or advertising or can offer subscription based payment models
  • some seem to not be in active development

Arsenal, on the other hand,

  • is primarily tailored to Swiss needs, but also usable worldwide and offers a choice in displayed units of measurement, for example
  • is available in five languages, with translations into German and English made by hand, and French, Italian and Rumantsch Grischun by using a Swiss Translation Service
  • has a modern, simple (as much as possible) and functional user interface
  • has a private Swiss developer who is actively known in the Swiss weapons and shooting community and interacts with that community
  • costs a one-time fee of 5 CHF for life, including all future updates. No ads, no subscriptions, no in-app purchases.
  • is in constant development

Ultimately, everyone decides for themselves which app, if any, is best suited. Sometimes that Excel-Sheet is sufficient.

Why can't I define custom calibers?

Arsenal supports 674 calibers. If you define your own calibers, they may conflict with existing or future entries. Also, the QuickShot feature depends on the exact match of the calibers. Some display and print options require the caliber to be in a specific format. To make the whole thing as smooth as possible, the way of fixed caliber entries was chosen.

If a caliber is missing, you can request it by sending a message to the developer. It will then be added in the next update.

You can bypass this restriction by importing a CSV where the caliber entries are not validated. However, this is not recommended and can lead to unforeseen consequences. Backup the database before trying this!

Why is there no free demo?

This has to do with the app stores, in particular the Android Playstore, which requires a certain number of testers for a certain period of time in order to be able to submit the app at all. Meanwhile however, a demo version has again become more of a focus.

A "freemium" variant was explicitly ruled out from the outset.

Can I check the current development status of the App?

Yes, the current development status, including planned and requested features, is published on Trello.

Where can I voice my feedback, critique and wishes?