IBS 2026 vs Castle Events
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
IBS 2026
Plan your visit to the NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS) with the official mobile app. Access exhibitor lists, maps, show highlights, education schedules, and event details to make the most of your time at the show.
- Exhibitor list
- Maps
- Show Highlights
- Education schedules
- Event details
- Favorites
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Planning for the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) is now faster and easier with the official mobile application for IBS 2026, Feb 17-19 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. Plan your time at the Builders' Show with show information at your fingertips: -Exhibitors list -Maps -Show Highlights -Education -Events -Favorites
Castle Events
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Welcome to the Castle app, exclusively designed for the Castle community of members, vendors, and staff. This app serves as your all-in-one platform for engaging with our event ecosystem, offering unparalleled access to event information, seamless interaction, and comprehensive scheduling features. Castle empowers you to navigate through events with ease, providing instant access to event schedules, information, and direct communication channels. Whether you're looking to connect with other attendees, explore vendor offerings, or coordinate as part of the event staff, Castle facilitates a cohesive and enriched event experience for everyone involved.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Castle Events at every 5 days against IBS 2026's every 12 months. Castle Events also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
IBS 2026 ships an update every 12 months, Castle Events every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | IBS 2026 | Castle Events |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (1.5K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 36.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.5K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 116 MB | 38 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | National Association of Home Builders | Castle Building Centres Group Ltd. |
Bugs and requests
IBS 2026
Reported bugs
2 issues- Crashes and screen jumping on tablets
- Unable to log in or access account information
Requested features
3 requests- Integrate favorites/saved exhibitors into the map
- Provide more detailed floor plans and exhibitor information
- Improve search capabilities to easily find specific exhibitors
Castle Events
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
IBS 2026
No in-app purchases
Castle Events
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is IBS 2026 free?
Is Castle Events free?
Do IBS 2026 or Castle Events have ads?
Which is updated more often, IBS 2026 or Castle Events?
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