Below is a comparison of the Circus Castle Series -vs- Sunshine Castle Series Playsets. In the photos below, you will find details that make it easier to see the differences betweenthese playset Series. You will also find additional awesome information below to help you select your favorite playset for your family.
Step #1: Compare Rock Walls
Circus Castle has smaller wood construction, so it is less expensive. *Notice the rockwall boards are screwed into the 4×4 under the rockwall.
Sunshine Castle has 35% bigger and thicker wood construction on the Rock Wall with 4×4’s on the sides of the rockwall. *Notice the rockwall boards are sandwiched in between the 4×4’s.
Step #2: Compare Combo Ladders
Circus Castle has a Step-RUNG Combo Ladder.
Sunshine Castle has a Step-CHAIN Combo Ladder.
Step #3: Compare Construction
Circus Castle has smaller wood construction, so it is less expensive.
Sunshine Castle has 100% bigger and thicker construction. See the 4×6” deck runners under deck and the 4×6 braces connecting the 4×6 deck runner to the step ladder?
Step #4: Compare Deck Size & Thickness in Fort
Circus Castle has a slightly smaller 4’ x 6’ deck space and thinner deck boards.
Sunshine Castle has a slightly bigger 5.2’ x 5.2’ deck space and 33% thicker deck boards.
Step #5: Compare Panels and Vertical Roof Supports
Circus Castle smaller construction on the wooden Slatted Safety Panels.
Sunshine Castle has bigger and thicker construction on the wooden Spindle Safety Panels.
Step #6: Compare Canopy Size and Shade Area
Circus Castle has a smaller canopy (141 x 44), a little less headroom but is still tons of fun!
Sunshine Castle has a larger canopy (183 x 58) and provides 12” more headroom inside the playset and more shade overall.
Step #7: Compare Roof Choices
Circus Castle does not offer a Wood Roof Option. You will need to upgrade to the Sunshine Castle Series, Rainbow Castle Series, Monster Castle Series or the King Kong Castle Series to choose a Wood Roof for your Castle.
*Note: The Circus Castle has a smaller vinyl canopy (141 x 44), a little less headroom but is still tons of fun!
Sunshine Castle offers a Wood Roof upgrade. Remember, the roof size is larger (183 x 58) and provides 12” more headroom inside the playset and more shade overall.
Circus Castle vs Sunshine Castle
- 2” taller deck height
- 12” more headroom inside the fort
- 100% thicker main beams under the deck
- 4 x 6” notched angled braces
- 460 lbs. heavier
- 35% thicker deck boards
- 35% thicker rail uprights
- 35% thicker tarp and fascia boards
- 25% larger diameter hardware
- 25% thicker ropes.
Both Playset Series allow for future add-on ability as shown below.
3 Step Design Process Catalog
