Castle or Combo Bounce House: Which One Fits Your Party?
A castle is one open jumping room and needs about 13 × 13 ft cleared. A combo adds a slide and needs more room: the Kingdom Combo about 17 × 15 ft and 14 ft of clear height. For the youngest kids and small yards there is the White Mini Combo, and for under-threes, soft play.
At a glance
Pick by space first, then ages and guest count. Every size below comes from the product records our crew works to.
- Castle: one jumping room, nine colors, today $400.
- Kingdom Combo: jumping room plus a slide, so a bigger group spreads out; today $650.
- White Mini Combo: the smallest, about 8 ft tall; today $300.
- Each needs one standard outlet. Soft play needs none.
- Castle
- 13 × 13 ft
- Kingdom Combo
- 17 × 15 ft
- Mini Combo
- 13 × 13 ft
- Power
- 1 outlet each
Side by side
“Space to clear” is the flat area the crew needs, including room around the unit for anchoring and for kids getting in and out. Ages are as listed on each product page; prices are today’s.
| Bounce house | Space to clear | Unit size | Height | Outlets | Ages listed | Price a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Mini Combo | 13 × 13 ft | 8 × 10 ft | 9 ft clear | 1 standard | 1–10 | $300 |
| Castle (nine colors, one size) | 13 × 13 ft | 10 × 10 ft | — | 1 standard | 1 and up | $400 |
| Kingdom Combo with slide (white or pink) | 17 × 15 ft | 15 × 13 ft | 14 ft clear | 1 standard | 2 to adult | $650 |
| Villa Combo Race Car | 17 × 17 ft | 15 × 15 ft | 14 ft clear | 1 standard | 2 to adult | $800 |
The space and height numbers are what to measure against. Any branch, wire or eave lower than the height needs to be avoided.
When a castle is the right pick
- Your yard is about 13 × 13 ft of flat ground. A castle is the full-size unit that needs the least room.
- The look matters. Castles come in nine colors: pastel purple, pastel pink, nude, mint, yellow, pastel blue, black, white and peach.
- A typical preschool or early elementary party. One open jumping room.
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When a combo is worth the extra space
- A bigger guest list. With a jumping area and a slide, kids spread out between the two.
- Older kids. The Kingdom Combo and Villa Combo Race Car list ages 2 to adult.
- You have the room. About 17 × 15 ft cleared (17 × 17 ft for the Villa) and 14 ft of clear height.
- Today a Kingdom Combo is $650 and a castle $400.
The White Mini Combo: small yards and little ones
The White Mini Combo clears about 13 × 13 ft and stands about 8 ft tall, so it suits small yards. Its product page lists ages 1 to 10. Today it is $300.
When soft play beats both
- Under-threes. Soft play, a small ball pit and toddler slides suit them better; see soft play vs bounce house.
- Parks that don’t allow inflatables. Several Bay Area cities restrict them; see backyard or park.
- No outlet nearby, or an indoor party. Soft play and ball pits need no power and set up indoors.
Whichever you choose
The US CPSC advises letting only children of about the same age and size jump together, observing the maximum occupancy, no flips or wrestling, and an adult watching at all times (CPSC). Our bounce house safety tips cover the rest.
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Good to know
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a castle and a combo bounce house?
A castle is a single open jumping room. A combo adds a slide, so it is bigger and taller: our Kingdom Combo needs about 17 × 15 ft of flat ground and 14 ft of clear height, against about 13 × 13 ft for a castle.
How much space does a combo bounce house need?
About 17 × 15 ft cleared and 14 ft of height for the Kingdom Combo, and about 17 × 17 ft for the Villa Combo Race Car. The White Mini Combo needs about 13 × 13 ft.
Which bounce house suits toddlers?
The White Mini Combo, which lists ages 1 to 10. For under-threes, soft play and a small ball pit are usually the better fit.
Do combos need more power than castles?
No. Each of our bounce houses lists one standard outlet for its blower.
How much do they cost?
Today: White Mini Combo $300, castles $400, Kingdom Combo $650 and Villa Combo Race Car $800, plus delivery from $120.
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