# IBTM vs MN on a Stick

IBTM and MN on a Stick both sit at 5.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 99% of MN on a Stick's written reviews are positive against 50% of IBTM's. MN on a Stick also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 11 months) and ratings volume (447 vs 1). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for IBTM against 5.0 for MN on a Stick. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MN on a Stick has 447 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of IBTM's written reviews are positive against 99% of MN on a Stick's.

IBTM ships an update every 11 months, MN on a Stick every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | IBTM | MN on a Stick |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibtm/id1484892355/reviews)** | [5.0 (447 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mn-on-a-stick/id6505128967/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **447** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **99.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 124 MB | 77 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Reed Exhibitions Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/540373170) | [Daniel Nugent](https://appshunter.io/developer/1755290859) |

## What reviewers say

### IBTM

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibtm/id1484892355)

This event app provides attendees with essential tools to navigate and maximize their experience at global industry gatherings. Features include appointment scheduling, exhibitor information, networking opportunities, and live event updates.

**Highlights:** Appointment scheduling with notes, Real-time meeting ratings, Exhibitor listings, Event and networking information, Messaging and networking, Floorplan and wayfinding, Live event updates via push notifications

**In-app purchases:** none


### MN on a Stick

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mn-on-a-stick/id6505128967)

Navigate the Minnesota State Fair with this comprehensive guide. Find your way around, discover new foods, and keep track of all the scheduled events. Plan your visit and don't miss a moment of the fair's excitement.

**Highlights:** Interactive fairgrounds map, Live search for vendors and events, Complete events schedule, Discover new food items, Create a personal wishlist

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent navigation and mapping features
- 🚀 Efficient route planning
- 💡 Comprehensive information on food, vendors, and events
- 👍 User-friendly interface and intuitive design
- 💡 Ability to favorite and track desired items

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs or glitches reported
- 💡 Requests for additional features like food ratings and shareable wishlists

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatibility with older devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to plan daily itinerary and prioritize must-have vs wish-list items
- Integration of food ratings or reviews
- Shareable wishlists for groups or families
- Expanded information on free shows and entertainment


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IBTM free?

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

### Is MN on a Stick free?

MN on a Stick is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, IBTM or MN on a Stick?

IBTM is rated higher. IBTM averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while MN on a Stick averages 5.0 from 447 ratings.

### Do IBTM or MN on a Stick have ads?

Neither IBTM nor MN on a Stick shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, IBTM or MN on a Stick?

IBTM ships an update every 11 months, and MN on a Stick every 5 days. Most recently, IBTM was updated on November 3, 2026 and MN on a Stick on November 5, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*