GCC Library vs HiveTracks
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GCC Library
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GCC Library is the easiest way to checkout items in your library. No need to carry your library card around or stand in line at the circulation desk. Simply scan your books with your phone or tablet.
HiveTracks
This app helps beekeepers manage their hives with confidence. It offers a bee weather forecast, seasonal task guidance, and customizable to-do lists with reminders. Log activities, perform guided inspections, and track hive history to ensure the health of your bees.
- Bee weather forecast
- Seasonal to-do recommendations
- Customizable task reminders
- Quick activity logging
- Guided hive inspections
- Hive history tracking
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HiveTracks guides you to do what's best for your bees with confidence and peace of mind. Made by a team of beekeepers and pollinator enthusiasts, the HiveTracks App provides an innovative way to track hive health for both beginning and experienced hobbyist beekeepers. - Use our bee weather forecast to choose inspection-friendly days - Let our recommended to-dos guide you through the season - Create to-dos and receive reminders of upcoming tasks - Log activity and observations using our quick record-keeping templates - Perform guided hive inspections depending on your beekeeping experience - Scroll through your hive’s history to keep track of the season Download the free app that helps you effectively track the health of your hives and plan with ease today! Since 2010, HiveTracks has worked with over 40,000 beekeepers across more than 150 countries. We take all our knowledge and passion for beekeeping to the next level for you. Join our ever-growing community today! Privacy Policy: https://www.hivetracks.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://www.hivetracks.com/terms-of-use/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GCC Library at none against HiveTracks's 3. GCC Library also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. HiveTracks sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. GCC Library asks for nothing beyond the download.
GCC Library ships an update every 2 months, HiveTracks every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GCC Library | HiveTracks |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.8 (1.1K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 79.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1.1K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 60 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Meescan Inc. | HiveTracks, Inc. |
Bugs and requests
GCC Library
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
HiveTracks
Reported bugs
4 issues- Login screen freezes
- Recurring inspection issues not saving properly
- Compatibility problems with iPhone SE
- Data loss and sync issues
Requested features
5 requests- Video/audio recording capabilities
- Integration with smart home devices
- Community features to connect with local beekeepers
- Weather monitoring and recommendations
- Profit/expense tracking for honey sales
In-app purchases
GCC Library
No in-app purchases
HiveTracks
- Base Subscription$7.991 Month
- Annual Price Tier 1$59.991 Year
- HiveTracks Annual$69.991 Year
Questions
Is GCC Library free?
Is HiveTracks free?
Do GCC Library or HiveTracks have ads?
Which is updated more often, GCC Library or HiveTracks?
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