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Openshelf vs Libib: catalog facts
Openshelf	Libib
Free Free and open source under the GPL-3.0 licence.	Freemium Mobile apps are free; Libib Pro adds lending and patron features as a paid subscription.
Android	Android, iOS, Web
No account and data stays on the device Flexible organisation by category, collection and imprint	Barcode scanning fills in item details automatically Covers books, games, movies, music and video games
Android is the supported platform No cloud sync between devices	Cloud service, so your catalog lives on Libib's servers Circulation features need the paid plan
Downloadable app	Downloadable app, Web application
Open source	Closed source
License: GPL-3.0-only	License not stated
No account needed	Account needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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