Should You Open Multiple Ammo Accounts?

Here’s What to Know.

At AmmoSquared, flexibility is the name of the game, and that includes how you manage your ammo purchases. One question we occasionally get is: “Should I open more than one Ammo Account?”

The answer? It depends on your needs, so here are some things to consider to help you make that decision.

Why You Might Want Multiple Ammo Accounts

The most common reason to open more than one Ammo Account is for scheduling purposes. If you want your AutoBuys to run on specific dates rather than specific days of the week, multiple accounts are the way to go.

Let’s say you want to AutoBuy twice a month, on the 1st and the 15th. Our system doesn’t currently allow two different schedules within the same account, so you’d simply create a second Ammo Account and set it to run on your second date. Easy!

Another great use case is setting up accounts based on different use cases. Here are some examples:

• one account for your range ammo;
  
  
• one account for a specific training class with a different budget and frequency, then pause it until you need to stockpile for your next class;
  
  
• one account for hunting that you set to run just quarterly (because let’s face it, you only need so much for that once-a-year trip), and take shipment once or twice a year;
  
  
• one account to use it like an investment, and possibly never take delivery;
  
  
• and/or keep one account purely for long-term stockpiling.                                                                                      

What to Keep in Mind

While having multiple Ammo Accounts offers flexibility, there are some trade-offs to be aware of:

• Separate Settings: Each account runs independently; your AutoBuy budget, Shipping Triggers, and Allocations are not shared between accounts. You’ll need to manage each one separately.
  
  
• Shipping Triggers Don’t Combine: If you have a $250 shipping trigger set for one account, it won’t pull value from your other accounts. Triggers are account-specific, which can sometimes take longer to trigger separately.
  
  
• Most People Only Need One: In our experience, most customers only need one Ammo Account. One account can handle multiple calibers, unique allocations, and shipping triggers, all organized in one.

Final Tip

Accidental Extra Accounts: A lot of customers end up opening multiple accounts without realizing what they’re for. If you’re not sure, stick with one! It keeps everything simple and runs smoother. If you’ve already created more than one and don’t want it, don’t worry, you can move ammo from one account to another. Just follow these easy steps: Moving Ammunition Between Ammunition Accounts.

If you do want to open another Ammo Account (intentionally), just click “Start a New Ammo Account”. You’ll go through the same setup process as before, choosing calibers, setting a budget, selecting your frequency, and setting allocation percentages.

We’re always here to help you make your setup work best for you, whether that’s one account or more. If you're not sure, reach out, and we’re happy to take a look and make some recommendations.