# Librista — user reviews > 31 indexed App Store user reviews of Librista by Book Systems, Inc, rated 4.80/5 from 2,581 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/librista/id1175532865/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/librista/id1175532865.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 2,319 · 4★ 156 · 3★ 39 · 2★ 21 · 1★ 46 ## What do users think of Librista? Overall sentiment: negative **Pros** - 👍 Easy to use - 🚀 Convenient library access - 💡 Helpful tool for librarians - 🤝 Friendly and resourceful staff **Cons** - 🐛 Frequent loading issues - 🔍 Difficult to switch between library accounts - 🔍 Limited functionality after updates - 🔍 Inconsistent user experience **Commonly reported bugs** - Endless loading loops - Disappearing reading history - Login and account management issues - Incompatibility with older devices **Most requested features** - Ability to view and manage multiple library accounts - Improved stability and reliability - Faster loading times - More intuitive user interface ## Newest reviews (11 of 31) ### 2/5 — Great App Until New Update *2026-02-12, version 2.7.2* New update has completely bricked the app. The search function no longer works; the screen freezes instantly ### 4/5 — It’s good! *2026-01-16, version 2.6.10* My local library uses this but the reason I gave it 4 stars is because I have to go into the library to get the books and stuff so yeah an btw it takes long for the books to show but that could be my WiFi ### 2/5 — Just added *2024-07-27, version 2.3.12* Just added only goes through the first few letters of the alphabet. Otherwise, good app. ### 2/5 — Multiple cards? *2024-07-17, version 2.3.11* I would like this 100% if I could switch between cards(I have two in my household) to be able to view books borrowed, to be able to reserve, and to view items due on EACH card. ### 4/5 — Used to work great *2024-01-12, version 2.2.7* I have used this app from my library for many years. All of a sudden it is not showing my history except for the year 2030. Don’t bother calling the support number because it isn’t for normal people. You have to ask your library for them to put in a trouble ticket. Good luck with that. Most of the people who work at my library did not even know that had it. So at this point I’m removing the app. Then will try to redownload it. Since there is no update option. While using the app no way to see the version number. Grrr ### 3/5 — Generally works fine *2023-08-12, version 2.2.2* When it works it works fine. Was having an issue where it would tell me I had nothing checked out when I actually had a variety of different media checked out with different due dates. Now it appears to be working again. It works off and on. When it is working it is very helpful ### 2/5 — Used to work, now not so much *2023-08-09* Before I used to be able to see what I have out etc, now it tells me i have nothing out, which I do. I had something reserved and it said i didnt. Wont show me my history. It did however let me reserve a book, so there is that. ### 2/5 — Endlessly loads but doesn’t load. *2023-06-15, version 2.1.0* App is stuck on my account page. Won’t load dashboard. Endless loop instead. Emailed support. I can’t turn in a support ticket because I’m a patron. Had to go to my library and have them do it. They said several people have the same problem. Used to work great. ### 1/5 — Never works. *2022-08-09, version 2.0.7* This app used to work now it never loads. Pointless app to have when you can’t use it. ### 1/5 — Can't Even Set-up an Account *2022-06-09, version 2.0.7* I just received a Library Card today, was told about this awesome app, but when I opened it I don't have the option to even set-up an account! There's no direction or help option to do this on the app. Disappointing actually maybe someone can guide me in the right direction? ### 2/5 — Looks better, but functionality is poor post update. *2021-12-08, version 2.0.7* The app used to make it simple to add to and create book lists. The option to add a book to a specific list is such a cumbersome process now. The app is also slow and glitchy often. I have a lot of lists as a homeschool mom who takes full advantage of checking out books from our library. I also sent an email to the developer detailing what I hope are only kinks that will be worked out quickly! I need Librista to function like it used to, with the new look as a bonus. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — A new issue has cropped up *2024-10-19, version 2.4.0* I updated the app and while the look has improved, the functionality has rendered it almost useless. Every time I try to click on book details, I get stuck in an endless loading loop. Right now all I seem to be able to do is search for items and see if they’re available or not. I can reserve an item, but canceling them requires going to the dashboard and canceling them all. I don’t have items checked out right now so have no idea how renewing them might go. Update: The above issues did get better, although now I have no idea if they were all resolved or I just learned to deal with them. I have cards for two local libraries. Somehow I got logged out of Librista while accessing my secondary library and when I tried switching libraries, I was unable to do so as the app started trying to use location services to bring up the list of local libraries (another change I dislike-I only need the two I have credentials for.) I also was unsure what my login was—was it a separate login, or did I use my library credentials? I foolishly deleted the app and reinstalled it, and now I can’t log in at all, as it is perpetually stuck on the location screen. Edit again: I managed to get logged in, but have to log in every time I open the app—I much preferred it when I stayed logged in to the two libraries that I have cards for. I haven’t activated the location services for fear that they haven’t improved, so I have to search every time I use the app. Edit October 2024-I was logged into one library and wanted to switch libraries; once again, I got stuck in an endless location search. A hard close and reopen didn’t resolve it. Right now I’m to the point of uninstalling, and possibly not reinstalling as my local library wil be moving away from Atriuum, as have most libraries in the county. ### 1/5 — Previously 5 stars *2024-08-24, version 2.3.15* I can’t get anything to load! Endlessly “loading”. ### 1/5 — Can’t Log In *2024-04-17, version 2.3.7* Passwords are supposed to be the last 4 of your library card number, it’s not. The librarians don’t even know how to edit your password to grant you access. There’s an alternate login using google that doesn’t load. So no way to login to actually use the app for personal reserves or anything. Was excited to use it, but physically can’t. ### 1/5 — App never loads anything *2024-02-10, version 2.2.7* I downloaded this app while trying to get back into reading. I can select my library but then it just doesn’t do anything. It loads the home page infinitely, and never loads anything if I try to search. There also doesn’t appear to be anywhere to actually create an account. What is the point of this app? ### 1/5 — I wish we could use a website instead *2023-08-23, version 2.2.4* This app is awful. Slowest app I have ever used. Takes my job as a teacher trying to find resources to use VERY hard. ### 1/5 — A new issue has cropped up *2023-04-25* I updated the app and while the look has improved, the functionality has rendered it almost useless. Every time I try to click on book details, I get stuck in an endless loading loop. Right now all I seem to be able to do is search for items and see if they’re available or not. I can reserve an item, but canceling them requires going to the dashboard and canceling them all. I don’t have items checked out right now so have no idea how renewing them might go. Update: The above issues did get better, although now I have no idea if they were all resolved or I just learned to deal with them. I have cards for two local libraries. Somehow I got logged out of Librista while accessing my secondary library and when I tried switching libraries, I was unable to do so as the app started trying to use location services to bring up the list of local libraries (another change I dislike-I only need the two I have credentials for.) I also was unsure what my login was—was it a separate login, or did I use my library credentials? I foolishly deleted the app and reinstalled it, and now I can’t log in at all, as it is perpetually stuck on the location screen. Edit again: I managed to get logged in, but have to log in every time I open the app—I much preferred it when I stayed logged in to the two libraries that I have cards for. I haven’t activated the location services for fear that they haven’t improved, so I have to search every time I use the app. ### 1/5 — Not impressed! *2023-04-03, version 2.1.0* I use this app to reserve books at my library, but it won’t load most of the time. ### 1/5 — A new issue has cropped up *2022-10-24, version 2.0.7* I updated the app and while the look has improved, the functionality has rendered it almost useless. Every time I try to click on book details, I get stuck in an endless loading loop. Right now all I seem to be able to do is search for items and see if they’re available or not. I can reserve an item, but canceling them requires going to the dashboard and canceling them all. I don’t have items checked out right now so have no idea how renewing them might go. Update: The above issues did get better, although now I have no idea if they were all resolved or I just learned to deal with them. I have cards for two local libraries. Somehow I got logged out of Librista while accessing my secondary library and when I tried switching libraries, I was unable to do so as the app started trying to use location services to bring up the list of local libraries (another change I dislike-I only need the two I have credentials for.) I also was unsure what my login was—was it a separate login, or did I use my library credentials? I foolishly deleted the app and reinstalled it, and now I can’t log in at all, as it is perpetually stuck on the location screen. Allowing us to search for our libraries instead would be preferable, especially for those who may have access to a library outside of where they live. ### 1/5 — Stopped working completely *2022-10-24, version 2.0.7* This was a 5 star app until recently. I, like others, am having the same problem where the app is frozen on “locating library” screen and won’t stop attempting to load. There’s no way to back out of it or move forward. I’ve deleted and reinstalled several times to no avail. If this issue is resolved, I’ll update my review. It was a fantastic app until it crashed. ### 1/5 — It won’t stop loading *2022-10-19, version 2.0.7* This app won’t stop loading on the library locator whatever I try to do. I tried deleting it and resetting it, nothing. It Dosent ask me for my location. I am getting really annoyed ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Love Librista! *2026-06-01, version 2.7.8* The e app is so easy to use. I love that it keeps record of all the books I have read. ### 5/5 — Great library app! *2026-05-26, version 2.7.8* Love using this app to reserve, renew, and check on books my library has. ### 5/5 — Dkedhek *2024-10-20, version 2.4.0* Yws og ourse Bxkbwmdvkwvd ### 5/5 — Minot Library *2024-08-23, version 2.3.15* How old am I not library stuff? You guys are really good to work with and I enjoy it. Why not you guys are really helpful when it comes to working. And to check my account. Thank you very much. ### 5/5 — My favorite place to be *2024-07-18, version 2.3.12* I love the library. It’s my home away from home. The staff is very friendly. If they don’t have a book I’m looking for, they find it from a different library. So, they’re definitely resourceful. ### 5/5 — Helpful tool *2024-07-10, version 2.3.11* Librista is such a helpful tool for patrons, to see what the library has available, and even reserving items, before getting to the library. It is wonderful for librarians who are shopping for new books, to compare to the library’s collection. ### 5/5 — History has disappeared *2024-01-28, version 2.2.7* I like to keep track of the books I’ve checked out and read. It was always easy to see that info on this app. A few months ago all of my history from 2022 and 2023 disappeared. Only a couple of months from 2021 are showing up. Now it isn’t even keeping track of the books I’ve checked out for 2024. I’ve asked someone at my library to check on this, but they can’t figure it out either. ### 5/5 — Stuck stuck, stuck! *2022-12-23, version 2.1.0* For the last few months, every time I attempt to access this app, I’m stuck on the home page endlessly clocking. I can get no further- after a few months, I would think there would be a fix. The app is now essentially useless. ### 5/5 — Glitchy update *2022-12-07, version 2.1.0* This app used to work great but now it will not load. Glitchy update ### 5/5 — Easier keeping track *2018-12-18, version 1.1.1* Makes it easier to keep track of when stuff is due if renewed --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-28.*