ABCD
6.1#11 in school library management softwareFree planFree planWebLinuxWindows
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LibraryWorld
6.7#4 in school library management softwareFrom $45.83 a monthAndroidiOSWeb
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| Fact | ABCD | LibraryWorld |
|---|---|---|
| Circulation | The circulation module supports lending items to users and is described as highly customisable. | Circulation supports check-in, checkout, renewals, holds, reservations, barcode scanning, email receipts, and a self-service circulation portal. |
| Support | The project describes an ISIS email list for general and ABCD questions, with possible replies in Spanish, English or French. | The support page says active libraries can contact technical support by email and receive telephone support weekdays from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM PST. |
ABCD plans
- ABCDFree
LibraryWorld plans
- Trial LibraryFree
- Active Library$550 a year
Pick ABCD if…
It suits libraries, archives, and museums that need configurable collection cataloguing, circulation, or procurement tools. It is listed for on-premise deployment on Windows and Linux, with web use also listed.
Pick LibraryWorld if…
LibraryWorld may suit public, school, academic, medical, legal, and special libraries seeking cataloging and circulation tools. Its mobile-friendly web access and iPhone and iPad search app may also help patrons look up materials on mobile devices.