Lyra
6.3#8 in school library management softwareFrom $66.25 a monthWeb
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ResourceMate
6.8#3 in school library management softwareFrom $18.33 a monthWebLinuxmacOSWindows
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| Fact | Lyra | ResourceMate |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2025 | 1993 |
| Support | Lyra says it answers email inquiries within a school day and lists [email protected]. | The FAQ says registration includes one month of free support, after which support can be purchased yearly. |
Lyra plans
- P150$795 a year
- P400$1,495 a year
- P800$2,295 a year
- P1500$3,495 a year
- CustomPriced on request
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 Lyra if…
Lyra is aimed at private and independent K–12 schools looking for browser-based catalog and circulation tools with roster connections. It may suit schools that want to manage library records without installing a separate mobile app.
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.