Follett Destiny Library Manager vs. Koha Open Source Library System

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Follett Destiny Library Manager
Score 8.3 out of 10
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Follett offers the Destiny suite, including Destiny Library Manager, a library management system which also includes Destiny Analytics collections management and analytics, and Destiny Discover resource search tool. Destiny Resource Manager extends the suite to manage school resources such as textbooks, laptops, and other assets.N/A
Koha
Score 0.0 out of 10
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Koha is an open source library management system, most commonly installed on a Linux server (commonly Debian).N/A
Pricing
Follett Destiny Library ManagerKoha Open Source Library System
Editions & Modules
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Follett Destiny Library ManagerKoha
Free Trial
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Free/Freemium Version
NoYes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeOptionalNo setup fee
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User Ratings
Follett Destiny Library ManagerKoha Open Source Library System
Likelihood to Recommend
9.4
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Support Rating
10.0
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User Testimonials
Follett Destiny Library ManagerKoha Open Source Library System
Likelihood to Recommend
Well suited for use by all patron ages.
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Pros
  • Ability for patrons to create their own holds.
  • Automatically send out electronic overdue notices.
  • Check across the district for books and patrons.
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Cons
  • Destiny Library Manager's interface is a little dated. After years and years of use, it just looks old. Functionality is not lost, nor is anything else.
  • Attempts at automating the process to update our students from our SIS has not gone well. It's easier to enter new students manually.
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Support Rating
Super nice and helpful every time I’ve called for help.
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Alternatives Considered
We have not used any other products. There was a time we were going to look at other options, but then Follett updated their products to the point where there was no longer a need to look elsewhere. We are very happy and love the cost.
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Return on Investment
  • I enjoy how budget-friendly the software is, and it is easy for students to use. I also like how the cloud system updates itself.
  • The ability to send overdue notices to both students and parents have really helped us get a better handle on our fines and getting them paid more quickly.
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