LibraryWorld
6.7#4 in school library management softwareFrom $45.83 a monthAndroidiOSWeb
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What both publish
| Fact | LibraryWorld | Pinakes |
|---|---|---|
| Cataloging | The catalog module supports MARC imports and exports, manual entry, online record sources, and a Z39.50 connection to the Library of Congress. | Cataloging includes multi-copy records, physical books and digital titles, Dewey classification, CSV and LibraryThing TSV imports, and barcode generation. |
| Circulation | Circulation supports check-in, checkout, renewals, holds, reservations, barcode scanning, email receipts, and a self-service circulation portal. | The loan workflow supports requests, approvals, checkout, renewals, returns, configurable due dates, and FIFO reservation queues. |
| Support | 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. | The project lists [email protected], GitHub Issues, and GitHub Discussions for support and contact. |
LibraryWorld plans
- Trial LibraryFree
- Active Library$550 a year
Pinakes plans
- PinakesFree
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.
Pick Pinakes if…
Pinakes suits schools, municipalities, and private collections that want to host library cataloging and circulation software. It may also fit libraries that need an Android companion app or digital collection features.