Vetted Score

4.7 / 5.0

Scored 4.7/5 due to its robust feature set, active global community, and flexible deployment options that serve libraries of any size.

Key Features

Comprehensive Catalog Management

Manage bibliographic records, holdings, and authority files with flexible MARC and non‑MARC workflows.

Patron Self‑Service

Online catalog, account management, holds, renewals, and fine payments accessible to users 24/7.

Acquisitions & Serial Management

Streamline ordering, receiving, invoicing, and serial issue tracking within a unified interface.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the core Koha software is released under the GPL and can be installed and used at no cost; paid fees apply only for hosted or support services.

You can self‑host on your own servers for free, or choose LibLime’s cloud‑hosted service with monthly subscription plans that include support and maintenance.

Koha runs natively on Linux (Debian/Ubuntu) and can be installed on Windows or macOS using compatible web‑server stacks.

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Specifications

Pricing Model Self‑hosted version is free and open source; LibLime’s hosted cloud service starts at $150.00 USD per month with premium support and enterprise tiers.

Supported Platforms

Linux (Debian/Ubuntu)Windows (via WAMP)macOS (via Homebrew)