Comparison

SOUL vs BAPS Research

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

Head to head
About

SOUL

Features
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The SOUL m-OPAC is a companion mobile application for Library automation software SOUL 3.0 which displays consolidated bibliographic data of library. This application will work after configuration of web OPAC URL of respective institution who has already procured SOUL 3.0 . It provides the search functionalities (simple and advanced) to get the list of items. It allows users with their mobile device to: - filter the result using facets given for subject, author, publisher, publication year, type of material - export the records in MARC, MARCXML format, BibText - bookmark the list and get the print of selected bibliographic records - add items in favorite list after logging into the application - search books by different tags like: Title, Author, Publisher, Subject and Keywords - redirect to web page where ebook is available - see basic information about the item such as Author, Publishers, publish year, Accession numbers with Series code, ISBN, Call No (Classification Number + Book Number) - SOUL m-OPAC allows access to registered users as well as unregistered (new users). This application includes an option for self-registration (if enabled ). Unregistered users can register him/her self through the application which will be approved/rejected by the administrator once details are verified. NOTE: Institutions must have SOUL Web OPAC configured on internet server to access from outside the campus.

About

BAPS Research

Features
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BAPS Research is the mobile app for BAPS Swaminarayan Research, bringing its learning resources, publications, research articles, news, and academic updates into one convenient platform. Designed for students, researchers, scholars, and lifelong learners, the app provides access to online courses, digital publications, the BAPS Swaminarayan Research Journal, Parāmarśa short articles, news, events, and important academic updates from BAPS Swaminarayan Research and its affiliated research centers around the world. Through BAPS Research, users can continue their learning, stay updated on upcoming programs, and engage with a growing body of scholarship rooted in research, culture, philosophy, and spiritual wisdom. Key Features News & Events Stay informed about the latest news, academic programs, seminars, conferences, exhibitions, publications, and events from BAPS Swaminarayan Research centers across the world. Online Courses Access the online courses in which you are enrolled at BAPS Swaminarayan Research. Continue your learning, view course materials, and stay connected with your academic progress. Publications Explore digital publications from BAPS Swaminarayan Research and its research institutes. Access scholarly resources, institutional publications, and other digital materials. BAPS Swaminarayan Research Journal Read articles from the BAPS Swaminarayan Research Journal and browse past issues through the journal archive section. Parāmarśa Read short articles and reflections from researchers and students. Parāmarśa presents original ideas, insights, and reflections across a wide range of disciplines. Notifications & Alerts Receive important notifications about course announcements, upcoming examinations, academic updates, events, and other relevant information. Overall Feature Summary BAPS Research allows users to: - Follow news and events from BAPS Swaminarayan Research centers around the world - Access enrolled online courses - Read journal articles and archived issues - Explore digital publications - Browse Parāmarśa short articles - Receive alerts for courses, exams, events, and announcements

Screenshots

SOUL3 screens
BAPS Research4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: SOUL at 12.0 against BAPS Research's 15.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
SOUL versus BAPS Research: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSOULBAPS Research
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB47 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperINFLIBNET CENTRE, An IUC of UGCBAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha

In-app purchases

None

SOUL

No in-app purchases

None

BAPS Research

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SOUL free?
SOUL is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BAPS Research free?
BAPS Research is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SOUL or BAPS Research have ads?
Neither SOUL nor BAPS Research shows ads.

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