ABCD
6.1#11 in school library management softwareFree planFree planWebLinuxWindows
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ResourceMate
6.8#3 in school library management softwareFrom $18.33 a monthWebLinuxmacOSWindows
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| Fact | ABCD | ResourceMate |
|---|---|---|
| Security | The ABCD 3.3.0 release says image and document display now checks login permissions and uses path checks to prevent access outside allowed directories. | Plus, Extended, and Premium let administrators create user accounts and control which menu features each person can access. |
| Support | The project describes an ISIS email list for general and ABCD questions, with possible replies in Spanish, English or French. | The FAQ says registration includes one month of free support, after which support can be purchased yearly. |
ABCD plans
- ABCDFree
ResourceMate plans
- Web OPAC with Daily Data Updates$220 a year
- ResourceMate running on our server$295 a year
- Web OPAC with Instant Data Updates$330 a year
- ResourceMate Essential$495, paid once
- ResourceMate Essential Plus$695, paid once
- ResourceMate Extended$895, paid once
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 ResourceMate if…
ResourceMate may suit schools, churches, museums, nonprofits, hospitals, corporations, and collectors looking to manage library collections. The available editions cover different collection sizes and include options such as MARC support and network access.