# MARINet > Mobile library catalog, account management, and digital media borrowing. (iPhone/iPad app by MARINet.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marinet/id1153332611 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [MARINet](https://appshunter.io/developer/1488669910) - Category: Reference, Books - Price: Free - Rating: 3.56/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 16.0 · 21 MB - Languages: English, French, Japanese, Russian, Chinese, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese - Released: 2016-12-09 - Data updated: 2026-08-15 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marinet/id1153332611/reviews.md ## What is MARINet? Take MARINet with you wherever you go! Search the catalog, place holds, manage your account, and renew materials. Get instant access to eBooks, audiobooks, movies, TV, music, magazines, and more. Find a library location near you: • Belvedere Tiburon Library • College of Marin Library • Dominican University of California's Archbishop Alemany Library • Larkspur Library • Marin County Free Library • Mill Valley Public Library • San Anselmo Public Library • San Rafael Public Library • Sausalito Public Library Features include: • Quickly search the library collection • Browse bestsellers and new items • Check a title’s availability –map the location where your title is available • Place and manage your holds • Renew items • View your library card ## Key features - Search library catalog - Place and manage holds - Renew borrowed items - Access eBooks and audiobooks - Find library locations - View library card ## Recent user reviews (3 of 3) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marinet/id1153332611/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Sooooo sloooow… *2022-06-12* The app takes forever to load on startup. Also takes forever to switch between tabs. Some nice functionality otherwise. Easy to look up and reserve titles. The only reason I keep it on my phone is that it has the barcode for my library card. ### 1/5 — A “Lite” Version of the Online Interface *2019-07-19* Essentially, this app is just a dumbed-down / limited version of the actual website. These days, most everyone has a smartphone. To that end, I can either use this app or open up the Safari or Chrome app and peruse through MARINet instead. The most obvious, immediate, and frustrating difference is that the app does not have nearly the same capability nor full functionality as the website. For example, if I want to put an item on hold, the app will frequently tell me that it is unable to process such a request. The website however will NEVER issue such a response. WHY would I use an app with such limited functionality when it is just as easy—if not EASIER—to open up Safari/Chrome and just get the job done on the actual website? Why would I waste my time using an app that stonewalls my requests? Save your time folks. Delete the app. Give it one star until it’s upgraded. Bookmark the website on your app browser instead. The website is far easier and far more capable than this laughable “lite” version of an app. ### 5/5 — Very impressive... online bookstores should worry! *2017-07-18* I didn't expect that our little local library could put out such an impressive app. (This app is just for Marin county, CA.) Say you are standing at the bookstore and your kid is demanding a $40 hardcover book you know will only be read once. Just open this app, scan the barcode, tap a button, and the book arrives at your library in a couple of days. It's instant gratification like online bookstores, but for free!! You get a dashboard to manage book renewals, books that are ready for pickup, etc. My favorite feature: if you've searched for a book, you can tap a button to see all the libraries in Marin that have a copy "in stock"—and it's really fast. Tiny quibble: like the website, it's a tad slow when renewing 20 books, but it beats driving to the library for sure! ## Frequently asked questions about MARINet ### What libraries does MARINet support? MARINet supports several libraries including Belvedere Tiburon Library, College of Marin Library, Dominican University of California's Archbishop Alemany Library, Larkspur Library, Marin County Free Library, Mill Valley Public Library, San Anselmo Public Library, San Rafael Public Library, and Sausalito Public Library. ### Can I borrow digital content with MARINet? Yes, MARINet provides instant access to eBooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, music, and magazines from your library's collection. ### How do I manage my library account with MARINet? You can manage your library account by placing and managing holds, renewing borrowed items, and viewing your library card directly within the app. ### Is MARINet available on all devices? MARINet is available for iPhone and iPad devices, offering a convenient mobile experience for library users. ### How often is MARINet updated? The latest version of MARINet is 2.22.2, which was last updated on March 25, 2026. Updates ensure the app remains functional and secure. ### What is the user rating for MARINet? MARINet has a user rating of 3.8 stars based on 8 ratings. This indicates a generally positive but mixed reception from its users. ### Does MARINet have ads? No, MARINet does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted user experience. ### What is the age rating for MARINet? MARINet has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including children. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.23.0 — 2026-06-16 Improved VoiceOver support for library carousels Enhanced device security detection Security and networking improvements Bug fixes and stability improvements ### 2.22.2 — 2026-03-25 Resolved an issue that required some users to log in every time they opened the app. ### 2.22.1 — 2026-03-19 - Links that previously opened in an external browser now open directly inside the app, allowing for more seamless in‑app browsing. - Various bug fixes and performance improvements. ### 2.21.0 — 2025-12-09 Resolved splash screen loading issue on older iPadOS versions. Corrected duplicate or incorrect opening hours display in iOS 26. Fixed PIN/Password reset errors causing login failures and account logouts. Removed large blank space in Format filters on iOS 18; layout now displays correctly. ### 2.20.1 — 2025-10-27 Improved accessibility, guided by WCAG 2.2 (Level AA) standards. New and updated format icons now appear in search results. General bug fixes and small design improvements. ## Apps similar to MARINet | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [SFPL](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sfpl/id952828394) | 3.9 (49) | Free | Reference | | [Marin Sanitary Service MSS](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marin-sanitary-service-mss/id1505393001) | 4.9 (87) | Free | Reference | | [Sonoma County Library](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sonoma-county-library/id6736658813) | 2.7 (7) | Free | Reference | | [Novato Street Sweeping MSS](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/novato-street-sweeping-mss/id6670216991) | 4.9 (12) | Free | Reference | ## Related topics [marin county library](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/marin-county-library) · [sausalito](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/sausalito) · [marin county](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/marin-county) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. 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