Retractable & X-Stand Banner Stands

Portable printed banner stands for aisles, entrances, counters and events. Retractable stands roll the graphic into the base for travel; the X-stand uses a lightweight X-frame; the tabletop version sits on a counter. All use a replaceable printed graphic.

Banner stands are portable printed displays for aisles, entrances and counters. Apex offers standard and deluxe retractable stands, a lightweight X-stand, and a tabletop stand — each with a replaceable graphic, tool-free setup and instant online pricing.

Retractable & X-Stand Banner Stands

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ProductGraphic sizeBest forFrom
Standard Retractable33" or 47" × 81"Everyday trade-show aisle displayfrom $145
Deluxe Retractable33" × 81"A premium look, chrome end capsfrom $225
X-Stand Banner24" × 63"Low-cost, lightweight signagefrom $65
Table Top Banner11.5" × 17.5"Counters, desks and receptionQuote

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Retractable, X-stand or tabletop?

Three formats, three jobs. A retractable banner stand rolls its graphic into a weighted aluminium base — 33" x 81" or 47" x 81" on the standard, 33" x 81" on the deluxe with a heavier base and chrome-style end caps — and it is the workhorse for aisle-facing messaging. An X-stand is a collapsible lightweight frame at 24" x 63" or 32" x 71", cheaper and lighter, ideal when you need several around a venue. A tabletop stand at 11.5" x 17.5" brands a counter or registration desk without using floor space.

Standard or deluxe retractable?

The difference is the base and the pole, not the print. The standard has a compact aluminium base with two stabilising feet, which is fine on carpet and in low-traffic aisles. The deluxe has a heavier base with an adjustable support pole, so it stands more solidly in a busy hall and survives being knocked. If the stand lives in one booth a few times a year, standard is enough; if it travels weekly, the deluxe base pays for itself.

Graphics are replaceable

Every stand here takes a replaceable printed graphic, so the hardware is the durable purchase and the message is the consumable. That is the practical case for buying a stand rather than a disposable print: a new campaign, a new product or a rebrand means ordering a graphic, not another base. All set up tool-free in seconds, and all pack into a slim case that checks as luggage.

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Frequently asked questions

Standard or Deluxe retractable — what’s the difference?

Both are 33×81 in retractable stands with a replaceable graphic. The Deluxe adds chrome-style end caps and a more polished base for a premium look; the Standard is the value everyday choice and also comes in a wider 47 in size.

X-stand or retractable?

An X-stand uses a lightweight X-frame and is the most economical, packable option; a retractable rolls the graphic into a weighted base for a sturdier, more professional aisle display. Retractables suit repeat use; X-stands suit low cost and quick swaps.

Can I reprint just the graphic?

Yes — every stand uses a replaceable printed graphic, so you can reuse the hardware and order a new banner when your message or branding changes.

What size is a retractable banner stand?

The standard retractable prints at 33" x 81" or 47" x 81"; the deluxe at 33" x 81" on a heavier base. X-stands are 24" x 63" or 32" x 71", and the tabletop stand is 11.5" x 17.5".

What is the difference between the standard and deluxe retractable?

The base and pole, not the print. The standard uses a compact aluminium base with two stabilising feet; the deluxe uses a heavier base with an adjustable support pole, which stands up better to a busy hall and frequent travel.

Can I change the graphic without buying a new stand?

Yes — every stand takes a replaceable printed graphic, so the hardware carries across campaigns and only the printed banner is reordered.