Koha AlternativesLibrary Managers and other similar apps like Koha

Koha is described as 'The first free and open source software library automation package (ILS). Koha’s feature set continues to evolve and expand to meet the needs of its user base' and is a Library Manager in the remote work & education category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Koha for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Windows, Self-Hosted, Mac and Web-based apps. The best Koha alternative is SLiMS, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Koha are BiblioteQ, VuFind, Evergreen ILS and BibLivre.

Copy a direct link to this comment to your clipboard
Alternatives
Get a badge for your siteKoha alternatives page was last updated

Alternatives list

  1. SLiMS icon
     2 likes

    As a complete Library Management System, SLiMS (Senayan Library Management System) has many features that will help libraries and librarians to do their job easily and quickly. Below are some features provided by SLiMS :

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    Good alternative?
     
  2. BiblioteQ icon
     6 likes

    BiblioteQ strives to be a professional cataloging and library management suite. The SRU and Z39.50 protocols are used for retrieving data for books, journals, and magazines.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Good alternative?
     
  3. VuFind icon
     6 likes

    VuFind is a library resource portal designed and developed for libraries by libraries. The goal of VuFind is to enable your users to search and browse through all of your librarys resources by replacing the traditional OPAC to include:

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    Good alternative?
     
    |
    1
  4. Evergreen ILS icon
     2 likes

    Evergreen is a highly-scalable software for libraries that helps library patrons find library materials, and helps libraries manage, catalog, and circulate those materials, no matter how large or complex the libraries.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    Good alternative?
     
    |
    1
  5. BibLivre icon
     1 like

    It is an application that enables digital inclusion of citizens in the information society. It is a software for cataloging and dissemination of collections of public and private libraries of all sizes.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Good alternative?
     
  6.  1 like

    Invenio is a free, open-source software to run a digital library or document repository on the web.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    Good alternative?
     
    |
    1
  7. Omeka icon
     2 likes

    Omeka is a free, flexible, and open source web-publishing platform for the display of library, museum, archives, and scholarly collections and exhibitions. Its five-minute setup makes launching an online archive or exhibition as easy as launching a blog.

    53 Omeka alternatives

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
    • US flagUnited States
    Omeka S 4.2.1
    Good alternative?
     
  8. PhpMyBibli icon
     1 like

    PMB (PhpMyBibli) is a fully featured open source integrated library system. The project was initiated by François Lemarchand in October 2002, Director of the Public Library of Agneaux; it is now maintained by PMB Services (a French Company).

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Good alternative?
     
  9. TinyCat icon
     1 like

    TinyCat is the ILS and online catalogue powered by LibraryThing. Targeting small libraries, it's a simple, yet powerful, system to manage your collection, patrons, and circulation.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • LibraryThing
    • US flagUnited States
    TinyCat administration screen
    Good alternative?
     
  10. OpenBiblio icon
     1 like

    It is an easy to use, automated library system written in PHP containing OPAC, circulation, cataloging, and staff administration functionality.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Good alternative?
     
  11. Elevate your library's efficiency and accessibility with CodeAchi Library Management System, the user-friendly solution trusted by educational institutions, churches, and public libraries worldwide.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Good alternative?
     
  12. Lumibib Libo icon
     1 like

    This SaaS application allows you to manage events, reservations and guide users through the library's collections. Whether the library is public, academic or a patrimonial institution, the application will adapt to your needs: Online reservation of spaces, equipment and...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Good alternative?
     
12 of 14 Koha alternatives