RPI Library Self vs Golem App
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
RPI Library Self
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All patrons with an RPI Library borrowing account may use the RPI Library Self-Checkout app to check out items from the Folsom Library. The Architecture Library is not included. The app will automatically recognize your library location. Download the app to your phone, open the app, and login with your RCS ID and password. Use your phone's camera to take pictures of the barcodes on the items you want to check out. Note that you will also need to deactivate the check-out items at the deactivation station before leaving the library. Some collections will still need to be checked out at the library service desk.
Golem App
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Golem is an Artificial Intelligence (AI) app that transforms everyday tasks into a more engaging, game-like experience. Itβs like a to-do listβjust less soul-crushing. Earn rewards, level up, and bring a touch of magic to your daily grind. Key Features: Create Activities β Your day-to-day activities, with Golem as your companion infusing them with a bit more excitement. Start Quests β Group related activities into quests with shared objectives for a more immersive experience. Contextual Chat - Chat with your quests or activities, get advice, insights, or simply vent. Earn Rewards β Complete activities to collect coins, experience, and unique items. Level Up β Gain XP and grow in attributes like Charisma, Creativity, Intelligence, and more. Equip Items β Unlock special abilities with gear that grants XP boosts, coin bonuses, hidden app features or even different personalities. Why not have Santa lend a hand with your daily tasks? Have fun and turn your daily grind into a game worth playing.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RPI Library Self at none against Golem App's 6. Golem App's advantage is iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Golem App sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. RPI Library Self asks for nothing beyond the download.
RPI Library Self ships an update fortnightly, Golem App every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RPI Library Self | Golem App |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 9 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.4 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 356 MB | 39 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Meescan Inc. | Avocado Technologies UG (haftungsbeschrankt) |
In-app purchases
RPI Library Self
No in-app purchases
Golem App
- Explore$4.991 Month
- Master$9.991 Month
- Elite$17.991 Month
- 100 credits$0.99
- 500 credits$4.99
- 1000 credits$9.99









