Libib Kiosk vs Origata
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Libib Kiosk
This app enables library patrons to self-checkout books by scanning barcodes. It integrates with a library's existing catalog and requires a Pro account. An internet connection is necessary for operation.
- Barcode scanning for self-checkout
- Integrates with Libib's website
- Requires Libib Pro account
- Works on iPhone and iPad
- Requires internet connection
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Libib Kiosk allows Pro users of Libib to setup an external kiosk app in their library for patrons to self-checkout by scanning a barcode. • Includes barcode scanner. • Works in concert with Libib's website. • Requires a Libib Pro account and an active internet connection.
Origata
This app helps you track your progress with physical books. Scan barcodes to add books to your digital library, log your current page, and share reading milestones. Build a reading habit with daily streaks.
- Physical book progress tracking
- Instant barcode scanner for book addition
- Shareable reading milestones
- Goodreads import
- Daily reading streak counter
- Frictionless page logging
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Never lose your place again. Origata is a minimalist reading tracker designed specifically for physical book lovers. Inspired by the elegant folding motif of traditional bookmarks, Origata removes the digital clutter so you can focus entirely on your reading goals. Say goodbye to dog-eared pages and loose scraps of paper. Seamlessly log your physical book progress, build your personal library, and share your literary milestones with your community. POWERFUL TOOLS FOR PHYSICAL BOOKS: * Instant Barcode Scanner: Build your digital bookshelf instantly by scanning the ISBN barcode on any physical book. * Shareable Milestones: Show off your reading journey! Easily share beautiful progress cards and completed book summaries directly to social media. * Easy Goodreads Import: Bring your entire reading history, custom shelves, and saved books over in seconds. * Streak Counter: Turn reading into a habit with daily streaks. * Frictionless Page Logging: Record your exact physical book page with zero clutter or distraction. Origata offers a clean, distraction-free environment to honor your reading routine. Enjoy core features for free, or unlock the full premium experience with our simple, affordable subscription. Download Origata today and keep your place perfectly. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://origata.app/privacy.html
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Verdict
Libib Kiosk and Origata both sit at 5.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Origata's written reviews are positive against 0% of Libib Kiosk's. Origata also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). Libib Kiosk's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Origata sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Libib Kiosk asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Libib Kiosk against 5.0 for Origata. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 0% of Libib Kiosk's written reviews are positive against 100% of Origata's.
Libib Kiosk ships an update every 3 months, Origata weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Libib Kiosk | Origata |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 52 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Libib, Inc. | Austin Nguyen |
Customer experience
Libib Kiosk
Origata
In-app purchases
Libib Kiosk
No in-app purchases
Origata
- Origata Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
- Origata Pro Annual$29.991 Year
- Origata Pro Lifetime$79.99
