Koha
6.0#14 in school library management softwareFree planFree planWebAPILinuxSelf-hosted
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ResourceMate
6.8#3 in school library management softwareFrom $18.33 a monthWebLinuxmacOSWindows
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| Fact | Koha | ResourceMate |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1999 | 1993 |
| Product | Koha is a fully featured, scalable library management system. | ResourceMate is library automation software for cataloguing, searching, circulation, and reporting. |
| Support | Libraries can self-support or obtain help from support companies, which offer services such as installation, migration, data integrity testing, training, maintenance, and development. | The FAQ says registration includes one month of free support, after which support can be purchased yearly. |
Koha plans
- Koha (open-source software)Free
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 Koha if…
Koha suits libraries ranging from a single branch to consortia that need a broad set of library workflows. It is a fit for organizations able to manage a Linux server or arrange support from a service company.
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.