Everything You Need To Know About The Strikeman SmartShot

Introducing The Strikeman SmartShot

If you’re serious about honing your marksmanship, whether for self-defense, competition, or simply keeping your skills sharp, the SmartShot from Strikeman is the perfect tool for maintaining high quality, consistent training. Below is a deep dive into what makes it special, how it works, and why it is the right choice for you.

What Is SmartShot?

SmartShot is the world’s first 2-in-1 rechargeable laser cartridge & bore sight device. Making coin-cell batteries a thing of the past. Made of the same polymer as your favorite handguns, the SmartShot is durable and completely safe to use with your firearm. The SmartShot is the highest quality and most precise laser cartridge to hit the market yet.
 

Here Are The Highlights:

• It offers an absolute 1 MOA — every unit precision-calibrated and tested for accuracy.
  
  

• It’s rechargeable via USB-C magnetic docking (so no more coin-cell batteries). Offering thousands of shots between charges & up to an hour of continuous bore sighting
  
  

• The construction: made of an infused nylon polymer for solvent resistance and durability superior to brass.
  
  

• It’s available in multiple calibers: 9 mm, .380 ACP, and .223/5.56.
  
  

• It comes with a 45-day money-back guarantee.
  
  

In short: SmartShot is designed for two main uses — enabling you to train dry-fire anytime & anywhere and to bore sight your firearm, aligning your sights & optics.

SmartShot's Journey & Creation

Our CEO Jon, decided to go on this journey of designing the world's first rechargeable cartridge for one simple reason- he was really sick of little batteries. Jon wanted to design a higher-quality laser that had dual purpose and would last forever. Working with our team of engineers, we made it happen. 

SmartShot was designed by our team in the USA and hand assembled by our vetted international manufacturing partner. One of our lead mechanical engineers Tom, even got to be on site to watch the very first SmartShots come off the line at our trusted manufacturing site in the Philippines. He witnessed firsthand the extensive quality testing performed on each unit, and even got to test many of them himself.

Tom said "The coolest part of the tour was seeing cases of raw parts on one side and working, tested cartridges coming out the other side a few minutes later!"

Why It Matters — The Benefits

Here are some of the key benefits you’ll get by dry-fire training with SmartShot:

1. Cost Savings & Convenience
   Dry-firing is a smart way to keep your skills sharp without spending on live ammunition or booking range time. The SmartShot lets you use your actual firearm, insert this cartridge substitute, and train trigger press, sight alignment, draw movements, hand grip, etc. With its rechargeable design, you’ll save further on frequent battery replacements as well.
   
   

2. Improved Accuracy & Consistency
   Because the SmartShot promises 1 MOA and pairs with the Strikeman app, you now have a reliable way to monitor and track your performance through the app. Over time, your shot analytics will help you identify what to improve. That helps develop stronger trigger control, sight picture, and muscle memory that is key for true marksmanship.
   
   

3. Dual Utility (Training + Bore sight)
   Until now shooters had separate tools for bore sighting and dry-fire training. By combining both functions in one device, SmartShot simplifies the gear you need, with a product that provides convenience & versatility.
   
   

4. Durable Build For Strong & Reliable Performance
   The SmartShot’s nylon polymer  design for its body is built to hold up under typical handling and repeated use. That means no worries about wear or breakdown.
   
   

5. Supported By The App
   SmartShot is compatible with the Strikeman app, which includes advanced tracking metrics, additional training-modes, progress badges, and more, making training more engaging than ever.

How It Works — Step By Step

Here’s how you might put the SmartShot into action:

• Choose The Correct Caliber: Make sure you pick the correct SmartShot version (9mm, .380, .223/5.56) for your firearm.
  
  

• Install The Cartridge: Insert & chamber the SmartShot in the barrel of your firearm.
  
  

• Switch Between Modes: The unit allows toggling between dry-fire mode (for training) and bore sight mode (for aligning your sights).
  
  

• Use Your App & Target: Pair the Strikeman app and calibrate your target to record hits, analyze your shots, and maximize your dry fire training.
  
  

• Recharge When Needed: Use the USB-C magnetic dock to recharge the unit. One full charge offers thousands of shots in dry-fire and about an hour of continuous bore sight mode.
  
  

• Monitor Your Progress: Through the app you can track performance metrics & refine your technique. Stay consistent and watch as you progress in your shooting fundamentals.
  

SmartShot Vs Original:

SmartShot is the evolution of our original dry-fire laser cartridge. While the base idea is still the same, the SmartShot possesses many upgrades that take your dry-fire training to the next level.

Original:

• Brass exterior

• Battery powered

• Good for up to 300,000 shots

SmartShot:

• Polymer material (same material used in most firearms)

• True 1 MOA

• 2-in-1 laser cartridge & bore-sight

• Rechargeable

• Includes replacement bumpers

• Good for up to 500,000 shots

Who Is This For?

SmartShot is ideally suited for:

• Shooters who train at home and want to stay sharp without going to the range every time.
  
  

• Anyone who wants to improve fundamentals like trigger control, sight alignment, draw speed, etc., without live rounds & expensive ammo.
  
  

• Firearm owners who perform optics or sight zeroing/bore sighting and want a simple but high-accuracy tool.
  
  

• Those seeking better value: by reducing range-time and ammo cost, while investing in a reusable training device that offers consistent training anytime, anywhere.
  
  

• People who like a tech-driven training experience (via app integration, tracking metrics, and sharing features).
  
  

Pairing With Strikeman Pro

Now you can experience the best in dry-fire training when pairing SmartShot to Strikeman Pro. We gave our Pro membership a major overhaul to bring more depth and more value to your training. Now when you upgrade to a Strikeman Pro Membership you receive:

• Access to Open Target Modes
• Advanced tracking metrics & shot analysis
• Exclusive future content and member-only deals
• Instant access to every expansion pack target and their associated training modes (available to download and print at home)

Pro is now the ultimate way to unlock everything Strikeman has to offer, and take your training to the next level. When paired with with the most accurate laser cartridge on the market, dry-fire training has never been better.

How Does It Compare To Competitors

SmartShot is not only the world's first 2-in-1 laser cartridge, but it is also the world’s first rechargeable laser cartridge. Meaning there is not another cartridge available like the SmartShot. It is truly unique in its versatility and innovation. However, it also is the most precise laser cartridge on the market, delivering accuracy to your dry-fire training like never before. See below to see how Strikeman & the SmartShot stack up against other leading competitors:

Final Thoughts

If you’re committed to elevating your firearm training — especially when range time is limited or costly — the SmartShot offers the perfect pivot. It simplifies dual-purpose training, emphasizes accuracy, and leverages modern tech  to keep you engaged and improving.

SmartShot is recommended if you:

• Want to train at home and/or more frequently
  
  

• Care about sight alignment and precision
  
  

• Want to make the most of a training investment over time
  
  

• Appreciate tech integration and real time analytics to track your progress
  
  

So check out the Strikeman SmartShot, and see how pairing it with your dry-fire training can take your accuracy & precision to the next level!