SLCL Mobile App vs Loop Passport
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SLCL Mobile App
Access your library account 24/7 from anywhere. Manage loans, search the catalog, request materials, and download eMedia. Find branches, view events, and get help from librarians.
- Manage library account
- Search catalog
- Renew and request materials
- Download eMedia
- View events and classes
- Locate branches
- Ask a Librarian support
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St. Louis County Library is on the go and open 24/7 with SLCL Mobile! Manage your account, search our catalog, renew and request material as well as download eMedia titles, view upcoming events and classes. Locate the closest SLCL branch, Ask a Librarian for help via phone, chat, email or text.
Loop Passport
Discover local businesses, exclusive deals, and upcoming events in the Delmar Loop. Navigate the area with an interactive map and real-time trolley schedules. Support local shops and restaurants while saving money.
- Exclusive deals and promotions
- Event updates and happenings
- Interactive business map
- Real-time trolley schedules
- Support for local businesses
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Loop Passport App: Your Guide to the Delmar Loop Discover the vibrant Delmar Loop like never before with the FREE Loop Passport App! Whether you're a local exploring your neighborhood or a visitor experiencing the Loop for the first time, this essential app puts everything you need right in your pocket. Effortlessly navigate the district with real-time trolley schedules, ensuring you never miss a ride. Unlock exclusive deals and promotions from participating local businesses, saving you money as you shop and dine. Stay in the loop with the latest events and happenings, so you're always aware of the exciting things going on. Our interactive business map makes it easy to find nearby shops, restaurants, entertainment venues, and more, all supporting the unique charm of the Delmar Loop. Key Features: * Exclusive Deals: Access special discounts and promotions available only to Loop Passport App users. * Event Updates: Stay informed about the latest events, festivals, and happenings in the Delmar Loop. * Interactive Business Map: Easily locate participating shops, restaurants, and attractions near you. * Support small businesses, save money, and experience all the energy and excitement the Delmar Loop has to offer. Download the Trolley Passport App for FREE today and start your adventure! Brought to you by East Loop CID – Connecting you to the heart of the district. Free to download. Free to use.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Loop Passport at 3.6 against SLCL Mobile App's 2.5. SLCL Mobile App's advantage is ratings volume (44 vs 5) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Loop Passport holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SLCL Mobile App has 44 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.
SLCL Mobile App ships an update every 2 months, Loop Passport every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SLCL Mobile App | Loop Passport |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.5 (44 ratings) | 3.6 (5 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 27.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 44 — better | 5 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 4 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 50 MB | 97 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | St. Louis County Library District | Delmar Loop |
Customer experience
SLCL Mobile App
Loop Passport
Bugs and requests
SLCL Mobile App
Reported bugs
14 issues- No notifications for holds
- Barcode scanning fails
- Pickup date phrase too long for mobile screens
- Chat history lost on app close
- Search results inconsistent with website
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- App slow or unresponsive after updates
- Server connection errors and loading screens
- Login issues and multiple logins required
- App redirects to website instead of functioning natively
- App crashes on login
- App not downloadable on certain devices (iPad)
- App won't open or shows update loops
- App designed for older screen resolutions
- Home page not opening
Requested features
11 requests- Make pickup date phrase shorter for mobile
- Sync 'Save for Later' list with website
- Allow viewing and adding to lists in app
- More search filters for books and media
- Recommendations based on checkout history
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- Show next volume of borrowed books
- View entire checked out book history
- Option to see library donation needs
- Add a Wish List feature
- View multiple library cards or toggle between them
- New release DVD section
Loop Passport
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
SLCL Mobile App
No in-app purchases
Loop Passport
No in-app purchases
Questions
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