# b.stage vs KORE

The clearest difference is review sentiment: KORE at 100% against b.stage's 39%. KORE also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. b.stage sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $4.00 per month and KORE sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

b.stage ships an update every 3 weeks, KORE every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | b.stage | KORE |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.4 (48 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bstage/id1643063288/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **48** | — |
| Positive reviews | 39.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 214 MB | 108 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [bemyfriends](https://appshunter.io/developer/1609905850) | [Findshim](https://appshunter.io/developer/1850079429) |

## What reviewers say

### b.stage

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bstage/id1643063288)

Connect directly with your favorite stars through exclusive membership benefits, community features, and direct engagement. Purchase merchandise, tickets, and participate in events. Earn digital rewards for fan activities.

**Highlights:** Exclusive membership benefits, Official fan community, Merchandise and ticket shop, Live show audience applications, 1:1 artist live chat, Digital rewards for fan activities

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MONTHLY  POWER MEMBERSHIP | $4.00 | per month |
| 'POP'subscription Ticket | $4.99 | per month |
| Na In Woo Japan Membership | $4.99 | per month |
| YOUNGJAE JAPAN OFFICIAL | $4.99 | per month |
| SILVER Ashleknight | $6.99 | per month |
| 노매드(NOMAD) 'POP' 구독형 이용권 | $8.99 | per month |
| POP Subscription Voucher | $8.99 | per month |
| 노매드 라이브 & 채팅 'POP' 구독형 이용권 | $11.99 | per month |
| GOLD Ashleknight | $12.99 | per month |
| 노매드 라이브 & 채팅 'POP' 구독형 이용권 | $14.99 | per month |
| ANNUAL  POWER MEMBERSHIP | $17.00 | per year |
| 노매드 라이브 & 채팅 'POP' 구독형 이용권 | $19.99 | per month |
| 영데이 움직이는 스티커 상품 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Live Chat'POP' Periodic Ticket | $3.99 | one-time |
| 화사 라이브 & 채팅 'POP' 기간형 이용권 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Live&Chat 'POP' PeriodicTicket | $3.99 | one-time |
| Forténa 'POP' 기간형 이용권 | $4.99 | one-time |
| X:IN 라이브 채팅 'POP' 기간형 이용권 | $4.99 | one-time |
| T1 Membership (Single) | $6.99 | one-time |
| ForeverYoung Membership | $39.99 | one-time |
| Speical ForeverYoungMembership | $69.99 | one-time |


### KORE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kore-global-restroom-app/id6774883751)

Find public restrooms easily across Korea with this map application. It offers directions and real-time location tracking to over 50,000 registered facilities, ensuring you're never caught unprepared.

**Highlights:** Restroom map for tourists, 50,000+ registered restrooms, Walking and driving directions, Real-time location tracking, Nationwide coverage

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| KORE Premium 50% Off | $1.99 | per month |
| KORE Ad-Free | $3.49 | per month |
| KORE Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| 750 Crystals | $1.99 | one-time |
| 2,250 Crystals | $4.99 | one-time |
| 4,875 Crystals | $9.99 | one-time |
| 600,000 Coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| 4,000 Crystals | $19.99 | one-time |
| 11,250 Crystals | $19.99 | one-time |
| 30,000 Crystals | $49.99 | one-time |
| 67,500 Crystals | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is b.stage free?

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

### Is KORE free?

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

### Do b.stage or KORE have ads?

Both b.stage and KORE show ads.

### Which is updated more often, b.stage or KORE?

b.stage ships an update every 3 weeks, and KORE every 4 days. Most recently, b.stage was updated on October 30, 2026 and KORE on October 29, 2026.

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