SHARE Mobile Library vs Loop Passport
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SHARE Mobile Library
Access the SHARE shared library catalog for central and southern Illinois. Browse new books, manage your borrowed items, and discover digital content. Find your local library branch easily.
- Search library catalog
- Browse new books
- Renew borrowed items
- Search digital content
- Find local library branches
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Search the SHARE shared library catalog in central and southern Illinois. Browse new books, renew your items, search digital content, and find your nearest library, all on the SHARE app. Your local library is at your fingertips!
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: SHARE Mobile Library at 4.4 against Loop Passport's 3.6. SHARE Mobile Library also leads on ratings volume (43 vs 5) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). Loop Passport's advantage is update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.
SHARE Mobile Library holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SHARE Mobile Library has 43 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.
SHARE Mobile Library ships an update every 2 months, Loop Passport every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SHARE Mobile Library | Loop Passport |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (43 ratings) — better | 3.6 (5 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 43 — 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 | 49 MB | 97 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Illinois Heartland Library System | Delmar Loop |
Customer experience
SHARE Mobile Library
Loop Passport
In-app purchases
SHARE Mobile Library
No in-app purchases
Loop Passport
No in-app purchases
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