# ShoWorks™ — Check-in and Judge Exhibits

> Event management software for fairs, festivals, livestock shows, and exhibitions. (iPhone/iPad app by Gladstone Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/showorks/id490701417 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Gladstone Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/483397162)
- Category: Business, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 163 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-12-22
- Data updated: 2026-07-19
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/showorks/id490701417/reviews.md

## What is ShoWorks™?

ShoWorks is the world’s leading entry management software for fairs, festivals, livestock shows, and exhibitions.  Manage, check-in and judge exhibits with this “must have” tool by swiping ribbons, places, weights, and more, onto entries downloaded from your existing ShoWorks fair management software for Windows.

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How does ShoWorks work?
• Install the full client version of ShoWorks onto any Windows machine.
• Receive entries to your show via the built-in online entries website or manual data entry, letting exhibitors optionally print their barcoded receipts and entry tags.
• Use this free iPad app as a companion to manage and update these entries in various ways, such as kiosk check-in, animal weigh-in, judging and placing, and more.
• Use the existing built-in iPad camera to scan barcoded tags and receipts for quick access.
• Sync the changes back to the client version of ShoWorks where you can complete the process of distributing awards and reports for your participants.

Requires ShoWorks for Windows.

## Key features

- Entry management for events
- Check-in and judge exhibits
- Syncs with desktop software
- Barcode scanning via camera
- Kiosk check-in functionality
- Animal weigh-in and placing

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/showorks/id490701417/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Showorks Review

*2024-07-12*

It works well but need some improvement, especially with the PC software.

### 5/5 — Whoa awesome new features!

*2013-12-29*

iOS 7 optimization done right!

### 5/5 — Dir.

*2013-12-15*

Awesome!  Great app, Showorks.

### 5/5 — A MUST have in the Fair industry

*2012-06-26*

I have used this App several times.  It is a real timesaver.  It FITS with the rest of ShoWorks.  Very easy to setup and use.  The syncronization is seemless.  I wouldn't expect anything less from the folks at ShoWorks.  It is a MUST for fair superintendants.

### 5/5 — Amazing Application..

*2011-12-23*

It will surely be very helpful in need. Thanks & Cheers!! :)

## Frequently asked questions about ShoWorks™

### What is ShoWorks primarily used for?

ShoWorks is the leading entry management software for fairs, festivals, livestock shows, and exhibitions. It helps manage, check-in, and judge exhibits efficiently.

### Does ShoWorks require other software to function?

Yes, ShoWorks requires the full client version of ShoWorks for Windows to be installed on a Windows machine. This iPad app acts as a companion to the desktop software.

### How can I start using ShoWorks?

If you are not already a ShoWorks user, you can start with a FREE trial of the ShoWorks for Windows client. The companion iPad app is free to download and use with the desktop software.

### What devices does ShoWorks support?

ShoWorks is currently supported on iPads. The main ShoWorks software requires a Windows machine.

### How does ShoWorks handle exhibit data?

Entries can be received via an online entry website or manual data entry. The iPad app allows for managing and updating these entries, with changes syncing back to the ShoWorks for Windows client.

### Can I scan barcodes with ShoWorks?

Yes, the ShoWorks iPad app can use the built-in camera to scan barcoded tags and receipts for quick access to entry information.

### What is the age rating for ShoWorks?

ShoWorks has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users involved in event management.

### How often is ShoWorks updated?

The latest version of ShoWorks is 5.4.17, and it was last updated on November 4, 2025. This indicates regular updates to improve functionality and reliability.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.4.21 — 2026-07-07

- Minor UI and bug fixes

### 5.4.20 — 2026-06-11

- Minor UI and bug fixes

### 5.4.19 — 2026-04-16

- Minor UI and bug fixes

### 5.4.18 — 2026-04-15

- Minor UI and bug fixes

### 5.4.17 — 2025-11-04

- Minor UI and bug fixes

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## More apps by Gladstone Inc.

- [ShoWorks Passport](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/showorks-passport/id1495572840)

All apps by Gladstone Inc.: https://appshunter.io/developer/483397162

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