Comparison

BookBee vs ShelfShare

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

Head to head

BookBee

Manage kindergarten library

About

BookBee

This app simplifies managing a kindergarten library. It allows for easy book cataloging, tracking loans and returns, and provides clear reports. Designed for small libraries, it saves time and keeps collections organized.

Highlights

Easy book management (ISBN scan/manual entry)
Lending and return tracking
Clear reports on book availability
Powerful book search
Simple, essential features

Features

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BookBee makes managing a kindergarten library simple. Add books fast, track loans at a glance, and find any title in seconds. Features Catalog & organize: title, author, ISBN, tags Fast search: by title/author/ISBN/tags ISBN/barcode scanning: add or look up books via scan Loan tracking: borrow/return workflows and an overview of borrowed books Share & export: export and share your library list (e.g., PDF) Backup & migration: database import/export Optional iCloud/Cloud sync: sync across devices (subscription) Perfect for busy kindergarten teams: less paperwork, more clarity—your library stays organized and ready. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

ShelfShare

Features

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Consultez les bibliothèques de vos amis et gérez les prêts directement via la liste de contacts. La lecture élargit les horizons, et chaque livre mérite d’être partagé. Cette application facilite la découverte de nouvelles œuvres et le partage des lectures marquantes entre passionnés. Ajoutez facilement des livres à votre collection grâce au scanner de code ISBN intégré.

Screenshots

BookBee2 screens

ShelfShare4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ShelfShare at none against BookBee's 2. BookBee's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. BookBee sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. ShelfShare asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BookBee ships an update every 2 weeks, ShelfShare every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on August 26, 2026 and December 24, 2025 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level

BookBee versus ShelfShare: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter	BookBee	ShelfShare
Price	Free	Free
Positive reviews	100.0% of reviews	—
Update frequency	Every 2 weeks — better	Every 2 months
Ads	No — better	Yes
In-app purchases	Yes	No — better
Monetization	Free with in-app purchases	—
Devices	iPhone, iPad	iPhone, iPad
Requires iOS	17.0	16.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size	5 MB	14 MB
Age rating	4+	4+
Developer	HENDRIK LANG	Thierry MARKWITZ

In-app purchases

2 purchases

BookBee

Subscriptions2

Monthly Subscription$3.991 Month
Yearly Subscription$44.991 Year

None

ShelfShare

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BookBee free?

BookBee is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

Is ShelfShare free?

ShelfShare is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

Do BookBee or ShelfShare have ads?

ShelfShare shows ads; BookBee does not.

Which is updated more often, BookBee or ShelfShare?

BookBee ships an update every 2 weeks, and ShelfShare every 2 months. Most recently, BookBee was updated on August 26, 2026 and ShelfShare on December 24, 2025.