LibraryWorld
6.7#4 in school library management softwareFrom $45.83 a monthAndroidiOSWeb
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What both publish
| Fact | LibraryWorld | Surpass |
|---|---|---|
| Cataloging | The catalog module supports MARC imports and exports, manual entry, online record sources, and a Z39.50 connection to the Library of Congress. | Staff can find and copy matching catalog records using MARC records and ISBNs. |
| Circulation | Circulation supports check-in, checkout, renewals, holds, reservations, barcode scanning, email receipts, and a self-service circulation portal. | Surpass Cloud supports check-in, check-out, renewals, holds, barcode labels, and spine labels. |
| Privacy | The privacy statement says personal information is used to provide library services, is not disclosed to third parties except in specified circumstances, and is protected with physical and electronic measures. | The privacy policy says the services are designed primarily for organizations such as schools and libraries and addresses children under 13 using services through customers with customer authorization. |
| 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 K–12 page describes its support team as U.S.-based and says it can answer questions, provide guidance, and advise on library practices. |
LibraryWorld plans
- Trial LibraryFree
- Active Library$550 a year
Surpass plans
- Surpass Cloud Small Library (K-12)$960 a year
- Surpass Cloud Large Library (K-12)$1,440 a year
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 Surpass if…
Surpass suits school libraries that need cataloging, circulation, patron synchronization, and collection reporting. Its broader listed users include public libraries, churches, hospitals, and museums.