Comparison

QLab Remote vs Librarika

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

QLab Remote

Control and edit live show cues remotely from your iOS device. This companion app for macOS software allows you to flag cues, adjust audio levels, and modify video geometry from anywhere in the venue. It offers a free read-only mode and optional in-app purchases for full editing capabilities.

Highlights
  • Remote control of QLab workspaces
  • Edit cue properties
  • Adjust audio levels and video geometry
  • Flag cues and edit notes
  • Real-time cue updates
  • Read-Only Mode for safe viewing
Features
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QLab Remote is the official iOS companion app for remote control of QLab, the award-winning live show control software for macOS. QLab Remote requires a connection to QLab 3.0 or later. Some features require a specific minimum version of QLab 4 or 5. See https://qlab.app/docs/v5/networking/qlab-remote/#requirements for details. Get out of the booth and edit your QLab workspace from wherever you are. Flag cues as you sit in tech rehearsal. Adjust audio levels from the front row. Change the geometry of a video cue from the stage. QLab Remote is free to use in "Read-Only Mode", which allows you to view a workspace & follow along worry-free and also includes the unlimited ability to flag cues & edit cue notes. Optional In-App Purchases are available to unlock show control, editing, and light tools features. FEATURES - Automatically finds any QLab workspace on the network. - Updates in QLab are instantly reflected in QLab Remote and vice versa. - Open multiple windows on iPad to view workspaces side-by-side on one screen. - Quickly flag and edit notes for cues. - Easily switch between cue lists. - Watch active cues update in real-time. - Enable "Read-Only Mode" to follow along without worrying you'll accidentally trigger a cue. - Edit basic properties for all cues, such as name, number, notes, color, armed, flagged, etc. - Adjust audio levels and patches for audio, mic, and video cues. - Change display geometry for video, text, and camera cues. - Double-tap a cue to quickly edit it. Please contact support@figure53.com with issues or feedback.

About

Librarika

This cloud-based library management system simplifies cataloging, member management, and circulation for librarians. Library members can view checkouts, self-manage materials, and browse the catalog. It offers a comprehensive solution for both managing and accessing library resources.

Highlights
  • Barcode scanning for books
  • Add and manage book catalog
  • Member and patron account management
  • Check out/in materials
  • Self-checkout/check-in
  • Browse and search catalog
  • Manage holds and reservations
Features
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Librarika, the most popular free Integrated Library System (ILS) on the cloud. Librarika is already being used by thousands of libraries around the world as an easy library management platform. This app is designed for both librarians and library members on the Librarika platform. For Librarians: - Scan books using the built-in barcode scanner - Easily add books and copies to your library catalog - Manage library members and patron accounts - Quickly check out / check in materials - Browse and search your catalog - View and manage circulation history - Upload cover photos using your phone's camera - Manage holds and reservations - Receive library and account notifications - Switch between libraries from the same account For Library Members: - View active checkouts and due dates - Self-checkout and self-checkin materials - Place and manage holds - Browse the catalog — new arrivals, popular, by category, author, or tag - Write and edit reviews - View account balance and fines - Receive notifications for holds, due dates, and library updates Enjoy managing your library catalogs with our Smart Library Management System.

Screenshots

QLab Remote4 screens
Librarika4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: QLab Remote at 4.7 against Librarika's 3.2. QLab Remote also leads on review sentiment (63% vs 33%). Librarika's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. QLab Remote sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Librarika asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QLab Remote holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 26 and 19 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of QLab Remote's written reviews are positive against 33% of Librarika's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QLab Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, Librarika every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
QLab Remote versus Librarika: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQLab RemoteLibrarika
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (26 ratings) — better3.2 (19 ratings)
Positive reviews62.5% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings26 — better19
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFigure 53Md Rayhan Chowdhury

Customer experience

QLab Remote

All ratings26 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.7%
Written reviews40 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral7.5%
Negative30.0%

Librarika

All ratings19 ratings
Positive47.4%
Neutral21.1%
Negative31.6%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral22.2%
Negative44.4%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

QLab Remote

One-time2
  • Light Tools$19.99
  • Show Control & Editing$39.99
None

Librarika

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QLab Remote free?
QLab Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Librarika free?
Librarika is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, QLab Remote or Librarika?
QLab Remote is rated higher. QLab Remote averages 4.7 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while Librarika averages 3.2 from 19 ratings.
Do QLab Remote or Librarika have ads?
Neither QLab Remote nor Librarika shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QLab Remote or Librarika?
QLab Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, and Librarika every 2 weeks. Most recently, QLab Remote was updated on October 12, 2026 and Librarika on October 10, 2026.

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