# Bookshelf Scanner vs myClassroom

The clearest difference is review sentiment: myClassroom at 35% against Bookshelf Scanner's 0%. myClassroom also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.2) and update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bookshelf Scanner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and myClassroom sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

myClassroom holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: myClassroom has 383 ratings behind it against 37, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Bookshelf Scanner's written reviews are positive against 35% of myClassroom's.

Bookshelf Scanner ships an update monthly, myClassroom every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bookshelf Scanner | myClassroom |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookshelf-scanner/id1435647681/reviews) | **[4.5 (383 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myclassroom-class-tools/id6633413332/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 37 | **383** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **35.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 172 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [If Then Dev, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/583672055) | [Tanner Stoltz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1762529895) |

## What reviewers say

### Bookshelf Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookshelf-scanner/id1435647681)

Effortlessly manage your classroom library by scanning book barcodes to instantly retrieve titles and covers. Track student checkouts, generate reports, and organize your collection with custom locations and statuses, all without needing an internet connection.

**Highlights:** 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

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

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


### myClassroom

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myclassroom-class-tools/id6633413332)

This app provides essential classroom management tools for educators, allowing remote control via Apple Watch or Bluetooth clicker. It offers extensive customization for various functions like bells, notes, student grouping, and behavior tracking.

**Highlights:** Remote control with Apple Watch/Bluetooth clicker, Customizable bell and alert sounds, Instant note-taking with automatic logging, Random student selection and group generation, Behavior tracking and time-lost monitoring, Noise meter and music playback, Automated daily routines and smart seating charts

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access | $2.99 | per month |
| Full Access | $24.99 | per year |
| Full Access | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful for classroom management
- 👍 Useful for picking students
- 👍 Great for routines and reminders
- 👍 Students love it
- 👍 Easy to use and functional

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription required for most features
- 💰 Expensive for teachers on a budget
- 👎 Limited free features
- 👎 Poor customer service
- 👎 Bluetooth remote not working

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot log in after subscription
- Password reset email not received
- Customer service link not working
- App crashing with music
- Bluetooth remote connectivity issues

**Requested features**

- Make more features free
- Bring back brain breaks
- Improve the voice quality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bookshelf Scanner free?

Bookshelf Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is myClassroom free?

myClassroom is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Bookshelf Scanner or myClassroom?

myClassroom is rated higher. Bookshelf Scanner averages 4.2 out of 5 from 37 ratings, while myClassroom averages 4.5 from 383 ratings.

### Do Bookshelf Scanner or myClassroom have ads?

Neither Bookshelf Scanner nor myClassroom shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bookshelf Scanner or myClassroom?

Bookshelf Scanner ships an update monthly, and myClassroom every 9 days. Most recently, Bookshelf Scanner was updated on October 3, 2026 and myClassroom on October 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*