LibAnywhere vs Rock Identifier
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LibAnywhere
Access your library's catalog from your mobile device. Search for books, place holds, renew items, and view upcoming events. Connect with participating libraries to manage your account on the go.
- Search library catalog
- Place holds and reserve items
- View checked-out items
- Renew items
- See upcoming events
- Contact a librarian
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The library catalog is now available for your mobile phone! Search, discover, and interact with participating libraries--anywhere you are, right away. Search the catalog, place a hold and reserve items, see what you have checked out, renew items, see upcoming events, contact a librarian, and more. Library Anywhere collaborates with participating libraries. If you don't see your library listed, ask them to join.
Rock Identifier
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Discover the world beneath your feet with Rock Identifier, the smart and easy way to identify rocks, minerals, and gemstones using your phone’s camera. Whether you’re a student, hobbyist, traveler, or simply curious about nature, Rock Identifier helps you understand what you find — instantly and accurately. Instant Rock Identification Take a photo or upload an image to identify rocks in seconds. Our intelligent analysis examines color, texture, and structure to deliver fast and reliable results. Detailed Geological Information Learn more than just the name: Rock type (Igneous, Sedimentary, Metamorphic) - Formation process - Chemical composition - Hardness scale - Common locations Similar rocks and minerals Save & Build Your Collection - Keep track of all your discoveries: - Save identified rocks - Add personal notes - View scan history - Share findings with friends Learn Geology the Easy Way Explore educational content designed for beginners and enthusiasts: - Rock vs mineral explanations - Mohs hardness scale - Rock formation guides - Fun geology facts Beautiful & Easy to Use - Clean, nature-inspired design - Light & Dark Mode support - Smooth animations - Simple navigation Perfect For - Students & teachers - Nature lovers -Travelers & hikers - Geology beginners - Curious minds Download Rock Identifier today and uncover the secrets hidden in stone. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LibAnywhere at none against Rock Identifier's 2. LibAnywhere also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, 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. Rock Identifier sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. LibAnywhere asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | LibAnywhere | Rock Identifier |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.4 (28 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 14.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 28 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 39 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | LibraryThing.com | Sureshbhai Khunt |
Bugs and requests
LibAnywhere
Reported bugs
17 issues- App crashes on startup or when selecting libraries
- Blank white screen with only menu bars
- Login fails with 'Error Processing' message
- Cannot place holds or request books
- Search returns no results or incorrect results
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- Cannot view checked-out items or account details
- Session times out during use
- Barcode scanner doesn't work
- Text truncation and display issues
- App doesn't rotate to landscape mode
- Internal error messages
- Libraries disappear from app after updates
- Cannot reset PIN
- Text overlapping on screen making app unusable
- Parser errors during catalog searches
- App loses saved items and preferences
- Cannot access items out page or specific account sections
Requested features
14 requests- Save library card number and PIN permanently
- Remember user's home library automatically
- Support for multiple library cards/family accounts
- Barcode scanner functionality that works
- Advanced search filters (by type, author, etc.)
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- Display circulation numbers for books
- Integration with device calendar for due dates
- Interlibrary loan management
- E-book download capability
- Favorite libraries feature
- Better sorting options for checked-out items
- Keep user logged in across sessions
- Display book details and descriptions
- Support for more libraries and library systems
Rock Identifier
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
LibAnywhere
No in-app purchases
Rock Identifier
- Free3 Days trial$3.997 Days
- Yearly$19.991 Year
