# KeySpot vs SBE Events

The clearest difference is rating: SBE Events at 4.8 against KeySpot's 4.3. SBE Events also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ratings volume (1.9K vs 4). KeySpot's advantage is iOS requirement (7.0 vs 13.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. KeySpot sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. SBE Events asks for nothing beyond the download.

SBE Events holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SBE Events has 1.9K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of KeySpot's written reviews are positive against 78% of SBE Events's.

KeySpot ships an update every 6 weeks, SBE Events monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | KeySpot | SBE Events |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keyspot/id1046238494/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sbe-events/id1569560541/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **1.9K** |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | **77.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 24 MB | 124 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Quality SAP Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1046238493) | [Small Business Expo LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1569560543) |

## What reviewers say

### KeySpot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keyspot/id1046238494)

Discover and share local deals, discounts, and events. Find activities based on your location and interests, or post your own for your community. Stay updated with instant notifications and track your purchases.

**Highlights:** Post and manage custom ads, Search discounts by location, Filter by category (Free, Food, To Do), Traveler-friendly activity finder, Instant deal notifications, Sales tracking, Add activities to calendar

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Targeted Ad Premium Feature | $9.99 | one-time |
| Sponsored Ad - Premium Feature | $19.99 | one-time |
| 1 Week Package | $24.99 | one-time |
| 3 Months Package | $299.99 | one-time |
| 6 Months Package | $499.99 | one-time |
| 1 Yr Pkg - Huge Discount | $699.99 | one-time |


### SBE Events

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sbe-events/id1569560541)

This app provides attendees of a major business trade show with essential tools to navigate the event. Access interactive maps, view the full schedule, and connect with other attendees. It also includes features for scanning leads and participating in games for prizes.

**Highlights:** Interactive show floor maps, Full event schedule, Lead scanner, Social feed, Games and prizes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth and easy to navigate
- 👍 Helpful for finding workshops and vendors
- 👍 Great for networking and making connections
- 👍 Informative and useful app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Blank screen with no event information
- 🐛 Trouble logging in through chat

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing screen when trying to update profile
- Incompatibility with older devices

**Requested features**

- Include more information about upcoming events
- Add a way to go back when updating profile


## Frequently asked questions

### Is KeySpot free?

KeySpot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is SBE Events free?

SBE Events is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, KeySpot or SBE Events?

SBE Events is rated higher. KeySpot averages 4.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while SBE Events averages 4.8 from 1.9K ratings.

### Do KeySpot or SBE Events have ads?

Neither KeySpot nor SBE Events shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, KeySpot or SBE Events?

KeySpot ships an update every 6 weeks, and SBE Events monthly. Most recently, KeySpot was updated on October 24, 2026 and SBE Events on October 30, 2026.

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