# CLEVNET Libraries App vs ChapterPals

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ChapterPals at 100% against CLEVNET Libraries App's 0%. ChapterPals also leads on rating (5.0 vs 1.3) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 4 weeks). CLEVNET Libraries App's advantage is ratings volume (88 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ChapterPals holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CLEVNET Libraries App has 88 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of CLEVNET Libraries App's written reviews are positive against 100% of ChapterPals's.

CLEVNET Libraries App ships an update every 4 weeks, ChapterPals every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CLEVNET Libraries App | ChapterPals |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.3 (88 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clevnet-libraries-app/id6502454426/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chapterpals/id6789365856/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **88** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 56 MB | 55 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 15.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Cleveland Public Library](https://appshunter.io/developer/538417304) | [Edward Buchholz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1520514520) |

## What reviewers say

### CLEVNET Libraries App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clevnet-libraries-app/id6502454426)

This app provides mobile access to a consortium of Northern Ohio libraries. Users can discover and borrow digital content, search the catalog, place holds, and manage their accounts. It's a convenient way to access library resources on the go.

**Highlights:** Search library catalog, Borrow digital content, Place holds, Check due dates, Renew titles, Discover new books, movies, games

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐌 Extremely slow loading times
- 튕 Frequent logouts
- 💥 App crashes often
- ❌ Search function not working
- 🚫 Filters freeze or crash app

**Reported bugs**

- App stuck on loading screen
- App crashes when filtering search results
- App logs out frequently
- Search function returns 'No Results Found' for existing titles
- App freezes or crashes when using filters

**Requested features**

- Bring back the old app
- Fix the search function
- Improve app speed and performance
- Allow saving login information
- Restore self-checkout feature


### ChapterPals

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chapterpals/id6789365856)

This app helps you track your reading progress and manage your book club. Organize your reading lists, log progress, and discover new books. It also facilitates book club discussions, voting on the next read, and tracking member progress.

**Highlights:** Track reading progress by page or percent, Organize books into custom shelves, Set and track reading goals, Create and manage book clubs, Vote on next book selections, Chapter-based discussion threads, Daily 'Guess the Book' puzzle

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CLEVNET Libraries App free?

CLEVNET Libraries App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is ChapterPals free?

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

### Which has better reviews, CLEVNET Libraries App or ChapterPals?

ChapterPals is rated higher. CLEVNET Libraries App averages 1.3 out of 5 from 88 ratings, while ChapterPals averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do CLEVNET Libraries App or ChapterPals have ads?

Neither CLEVNET Libraries App nor ChapterPals shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, CLEVNET Libraries App or ChapterPals?

CLEVNET Libraries App ships an update every 4 weeks, and ChapterPals every 2 days. Most recently, CLEVNET Libraries App was updated on October 1, 2026 and ChapterPals on September 23, 2026.

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