# Bookshelf Scanner — Classroom Library Manager

> Classroom library management app with barcode scanning and student checkout tracking. (iPhone/iPad app by If Then Dev, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookshelf-scanner/id1435647681 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [If Then Dev, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/583672055)
- Category: Education, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 37 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 22 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-08-31
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookshelf-scanner/id1435647681/reviews.md

## What is Bookshelf Scanner?

Bookshelf Scanner makes managing your classroom library effortless. Scan book barcodes with your iPhone or iPad camera, instantly fetch titles and covers, and track which students have which books -- all without needing Wi-Fi. One purchase covers iPhone, iPad, and Mac. No subscription, ever.

KEY FEATURES

- Barcode Scanning -- Point your camera at any ISBN barcode and watch the book's title, author, and cover appear automatically. Bookshelf Scanner reads both standard ISBN barcodes AND the library labels already on your books -- something other classroom apps don't do.

- Student Checkout Tracking -- Check books out to students with automatic due dates. See who has what at a glance, and view overdue books easily so you always know who has your books.

- Export to CSV and PDF -- Generate professional reports of your library with book covers, checkout status, and student details. Share via email, AirDrop, or save to Files.

- iCloud Sync -- Your library stays in sync across every device automatically. Scan books on your phone during a book fair, manage your library on your iPad in the classroom, and print reports from your Mac at home.

- Works Offline -- Every feature works without an internet connection. Scanning, cataloging, checkouts, and exports all function in airplane mode. Perfect for classrooms with unreliable Wi-Fi.

- Custom Organization -- Create locations that match your classroom setup (Reading Corner, Bin A, Ms. Smith's Room) and custom statuses (Damaged, Lost, At Home) to track books the way you actually work.

WHY TEACHERS LOVE BOOKSHELF SCANNER

- One-time purchase, not a subscription. In a market where competitors charge $36-$99 per year, you pay once and own it forever. No renewal surprises.

- True offline reliability. Your library data lives on your device first, not on someone else's server. iCloud sync is a bonus, not a requirement.

- Scans library labels (Code 128, Code 39, Codabar, Interleaved 2 of 5). That barcode already printed on your library books? Bookshelf Scanner reads it. Other apps only handle ISBN barcodes.

- One purchase, three platforms. A single unlock works on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. No separate purchases for each device.

GET STARTED FREE

Download and try Bookshelf Scanner with up to 10 books and 3 students -- no account required, no credit card needed. When you are ready for more, upgrade once to unlock unlimited books and students forever.

Your library data is backed up automatically via iCloud and can be exported anytime. Your books, your data, your control.

## Key features

- Barcode scanning for ISBN and library labels
- Student checkout and overdue tracking
- Export reports to CSV and PDF
- iCloud sync across devices
- Offline functionality
- Customizable locations and statuses

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Library | $9.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookshelf-scanner/id1435647681/reviews.md

### 1/5 — WAS good

*2026-03-29*

Was a really good app..up until they ‘rebuilt’ it..now it won’t even open.

### 2/5 — App does not work as advertised

*2025-12-12*

Camera setting to scan isbn numbers is never working. Even paid the $4.99 thinking it would streamline something but literally nothing works

**Developer response:** I’m sorry to hear that you are experiencing issues scanning ISBNs. Please email help@ifthendev.com to work through these issues. The scanning of barcodes does work reliably, so I’m sure we can get this fixed for you.

### 1/5 — Only allows 10 books on Free version

*2024-08-28*

If you have more than 10 books, this app is not for you. Definitely NOT for use in the classroom unless you want to upgrade to the 4.99 version.

**Developer response:** Thank you for trying Bookshelf Scanner. The free version with a limit of books is intended to be a trial version to let you try before you buy. If you have any questions about features, please email help@ifthendev.com and I’ll be happy to assist.

### 3/5 — Good, but has some issues

*2024-07-23*

It’s fine when it actually scans your books the way it’s supposed to. But I’ve been having issues with the app not scanning the barcodes on my books correctly. Sometimes when I scan the barcode, it will come up as a completely different book. But then when I manually type in the ISBN, the correct book will come up. Another issue is that the app will not recognize ISBNs with letters in them at all. Some of my books have Xs at the end of the number, and the app does not recognize the book. And there’s no option to manually type those in because the keypad that you have to use doesn’t give you the option of using letters, only numbers. So then you basically have to create the book from scratch and put in all the information yourself. Half of my books have had to be input manually one way or another. The purpose of the app is to make it easier to digitally scan and keep track of your books, but this is not easier when I have to do so much of it manually.

### 3/5 — Features not working

*2022-10-28, version 1.2*

The ability to look up books is once again not working. I try to search for a book and the search feature crashes, forcing me to look through my whole library to find the books my students want to check out. 

I am also unable to scan my library barcodes. This feature previously worked without any issues, but now it does not work at all. I am still able to scan the ISBN barcodes without any issues. 

I am beginning to regret purchasing the full version of this app. I have over 600 books in my classroom library and I would hate to have find another app, one that actually works, and have to rescan my whole library, but I am considering it as these issues make this app cumbersome.

**Developer response:** 4/30/22 I’m sorry to hear that you are experiencing an issue searching. This is the first report and I’m looking into it. Please email help@ifthendev.com so I can keep you posted on my progress in resolving this issue for you. 
UPDATE: 5/1/22 I believe I have this issue resolved. I will be testing version 1.0.4 today and will submit it to the App Store as long as no issues are found in testing. If you run into any other issues, please email help@ifthendev.com and I’ll be happy to work with you to get them resolved. Thanks.
UPDATE: 5/2/22 Version 1.0.4 of Bookshelf Scanner is now available in the App Store which resolves this searching issue. If anything else comes up, please email me and I’ll quickly answer your questions or resolve any additional issues. Help@ifthendev.com

### 2/5 — Help

*2021-10-03*

How on earth do you take books out?? Someone help!!

**Developer response:** Hello. To remove the book from your library, you can tap the book to bring it up and there will be a trash can button in the top left as long as the book is not checked out. If the book is currently borrowed, check it back in and then you can delete it. If you have any other questions, please email 

help@ifthendev.com 

Thank you.

### 2/5 — Fix the app

*2020-10-12*

The app keeps shutting down

**Developer response:** I'm sorry to hear that you are experiencing issues with the app crashing. I checked the crash reporting from Apple to us (users have to choose to share these crashes with us) and I do not have any reports of crashing in the current version of Bookshelf Scanner. Please email help@ifthendev.com and I'll be happy to work through this issue with you.

## Frequently asked questions about Bookshelf Scanner

### How does Bookshelf Scanner help manage a classroom library?

Bookshelf Scanner allows you to scan book barcodes to automatically fetch titles and covers, track which students have borrowed books, and set automatic due dates. You can easily view overdue books and organize your collection with custom locations and statuses.

### Can I use Bookshelf Scanner without an internet connection?

Yes, Bookshelf Scanner is designed to work completely offline. All features, including scanning, cataloging, checkouts, and exports, function without an internet connection, making it ideal for classrooms with unreliable Wi-Fi.

### What kind of reports can I generate with Bookshelf Scanner?

You can generate professional reports of your library, including book covers, checkout status, and student details. These reports can be exported to CSV and PDF formats, and easily shared via email, AirDrop, or saved to Files.

### Does Bookshelf Scanner sync across multiple devices?

Yes, Bookshelf Scanner utilizes iCloud sync to keep your library data consistent across all your Apple devices, including iPhone, iPad, and Mac. This ensures your library is up-to-date no matter which device you use.

### What is the pricing model for Bookshelf Scanner?

Bookshelf Scanner offers a free version to try with up to 10 books and 3 students. A one-time purchase unlocks unlimited books and students across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, with no ongoing subscriptions required.

### Does Bookshelf Scanner have ads?

No, Bookshelf Scanner does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use with limitations, and a one-time purchase unlocks the full version without ads.

### What is the age rating for Bookshelf Scanner?

Bookshelf Scanner has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children aged 4 and above, making it appropriate for use in elementary school classrooms.

### How often is Bookshelf Scanner updated?

Bookshelf Scanner was last updated on March 20, 2026, indicating a recent update. The current version is 2.0, suggesting ongoing development and feature enhancements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0 — 2026-07-30

Reading levels come to Bookshelf Scanner!

See every book's reading level right on the shelf, and organize your whole library by level.
- Reading levels on every book — ATOS, Lexile, and Guided Reading Level (GRL) show alongside your titles, so you can read a book's level at a glance.
- Filter and sort by level — Show only the books within a level range, or sort your shelf from lowest to highest. Books without a level yet stay grouped at the end.
- Level my library — Hand your books to the companion QuickScan app right from Bookshelf. QuickScan looks up the levels and sends them back, and you can watch progress and pause any time.
- Bring in levels you've already scanned — If you've leveled books in QuickScan, import those reading levels straight into Bookshelf from your scan history.
- Quick Checkout — Scan a book's barcode to check it out to a student in one step. If a scan matches more than one copy, Bookshelf asks which one you mean.

Reading levels come from the companion QuickScan app. Thanks for using Bookshelf Scanner! Have a request or spotted a bug? We'd love to hear from you.

### 2.2 — 2026-07-17

See who's reading what — and take it with you.

- Reading history & export — Open any book to see everyone who's borrowed it, or open a student to see every book they've read. Export both as CSV or PDF to share or keep on file. 
- Compact library view — A new, denser grid fits more books on screen at once, so you can scan your whole shelf faster. Each device remembers the layout you prefer.

Thanks for using Bookshelf Scanner! 

Have a request or spotted a bug? We'd love to hear from you.

### 2.1.1 — 2026-07-14

• Fixed a problem where exported PDFs (library, student, and checkout reports) could show white text on white rows when your device used Dark Mode — exports now print clean and readable every time.
• Improved text contrast on buttons, confirmation messages, and scan labels for better legibility and accessibility.

### 2.1 — 2026-04-18

What's New in Version 2.1
Bookshelf Scanner now scans even more barcode types and runs faster than ever. Here's what's new:

More Barcodes, More Books
  - Added support for Code 128, Code 39, and Interleaved 2 of 5 — scan virtually any library barcode format

Smarter iCloud Sync
  - Bookshelf Scanner now detects when your iCloud storage is full and tells you exactly how to fix it — no more silent sync failures

Data Safety
  - New Fix Duplicates tool in Settings helps clean up duplicate statuses after migrating from version 1
  - Migration from version 1 now automatically removes duplicates

Faster & Smoother
  - Faster image loading and smoother scrolling throughout the app
  - Improved animations, haptic feedback, and context menus

Other Improvements
  - Skip option during migration onboarding if you're not ready to import
  - Updated Help & FAQ with new topics
  - Accessibility improvements throughout
  - Bug fixes and stability improvements

### 2.0 — 2026-03-20

Completely rebuilt from the ground up.
  - All-new design with a modern, intuitive interface
  - Faster scanning — catalog an entire shelf in one session
  - Student checkout tracking with due dates and overdue alerts
  - Export professional reports as PDF or CSV with book covers
  - Custom locations and statuses to organize your way
  - iCloud sync across iPhone, iPad, and Mac
  - Full offline support — every feature works without Wi-Fi
  - One-time purchase, no subscription

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