Comparison

Queens Public Library vs NYCHSCL

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

Head to head
About

Queens Public Library

Access library services on your mobile device. Read, listen to, and watch materials, search the catalog, manage your account, and discover events. Connect with your local library community anywhere with a network connection.

Highlights
  • Read, listen, and watch materials
  • Search library catalog
  • Manage account information
  • Request books
  • Search and register for events
  • Find library locations
  • Join online community
Features
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The Queens Public Library App is your gateway to QPL’s services on your mobile device. Our revamped application represents a leap forward in usability, speed, and convenience for our users. You can read, listen to, and watch materials directly, search our catalog, view account information, request books, search and register for events, find our locations, ask for assistance, join our vibrant online community, and much more. The QPL Mobile App is compatible with both iPhones and iPads. Experience Queens Public Library like never before, anywhere you have a network connection.

About

NYCHSCL

This app provides students, families, and staff with a centralized digital hub for academic information, school news, and community engagement. It offers features like schedules, grades, event calendars, and direct access to educational resources, all within an intuitive interface.

Highlights
  • Academic schedules and grades
  • Classroom resources access
  • PTA updates and staff directory
  • Student reports
  • PBIS integration
  • CTLE resources
  • Push notifications for school news
Features
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Key Features: Students: Stay on top of your academic game with easy access to schedules, grades, and a wealth of classroom resources. Families: Engage with the school community through PTA updates, connect with our dedicated staff via the staff directory, and receive comprehensive student reports. Staff: Utilize essential data at your fingertips, integrate Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) into your daily practice, and access Continued Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) resources for professional development. What's New: Keep informed with real-time push notifications for school news. Access all social media updates from the school in one consolidated feed. Calendar & Events: Never miss an important date with detailed information on parent-teacher conferences, sporting events, and field trips. Translation & Accessibility: Our commitment to inclusivity is reflected in over 100 language options and comprehensive accessibility features ensuring everyone can stay connected. Benefits: Embrace the convenience of having a centralized digital hub: For Parents: A mobile gateway to all things related to your child’s education - schedules, events, and communication with the school. For Teachers & Staff: A practical solution for managing educational content and student engagement. Use Cases: For Busy Parents: Quick, on-the-go access to your child’s grade book during your daily commute. For Students: Preparing for the week ahead by checking the bell schedule on Sunday night. For Teachers: Coordinating with colleagues on upcoming events via the staff portal. Content Highlights: Navigate with ease using our intuitive and user-friendly interface. Enjoy direct access to top apps like Google Classroom and ClassDojo. Stay healthy and informed with integrated health screening and vaccine portal links. Exclusive Features: Instant translations to engage with the school's content in your preferred language. A rich gallery of school photos and videos, capturing the vibrant life of our community. Conclusion: Download the High School for Community Leadership Mobile Hub today and experience the ease of having a comprehensive school portal at your fingertips – because we believe managing educational needs should be straightforward and accessible to all.

Screenshots

Queens Public Library4 screens
NYCHSCL4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: NYCHSCL at 100% against Queens Public Library's 29%. NYCHSCL also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.2) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 7 months). Queens Public Library's advantage is ratings volume (64 vs 8). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NYCHSCL holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Queens Public Library has 64 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of Queens Public Library's written reviews are positive against 100% of NYCHSCL's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Queens Public Library ships an update every 7 months, NYCHSCL every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Queens Public Library versus NYCHSCL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQueens Public LibraryNYCHSCL
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (64 ratings)4.5 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews29.1% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings64 — better8
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.6
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB163 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperQueens Borough Public LibrarySolved Education Consultancy, LLC

Customer experience

Queens Public Library

All ratings53 ratings
Positive54.7%
Neutral5.7%
Negative39.6%
Written reviews79 reviews
Positive29.1%
Neutral16.5%
Negative54.4%

NYCHSCL

All ratings8 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Queens Public Library

Reported bugs

41 issues
  • Scan function doesn't work on iPhone
  • App freezes when accepting terms
  • App freezes when trying to accept terms
  • Pages take a long time to load
  • Search doesn't separate books and movies
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  • Search doesn't work
  • Search button turns into a blank screen
  • App does not show requests or checked out books
  • Search button goes blank, only shows recommended books
  • No notifications for holds or due dates
  • Cannot see checkouts or other functions
  • Cannot request books
  • Logged out randomly, error with login
  • Login info incorrect error
  • Keeps saying number and PIN are invalid
  • Does not recognize card number and email
  • App crashes when trying to request a book
  • App kicks out when trying to request a book on iPhone 6 and 7
  • App closes when clicking 'request'
  • App crashes all the time
  • App opens in phone dimensions on iPad
  • Messages keeps crashing the app
  • CAPTCHA image doesn't show when contacting library
  • App crashes when trying to place a request
  • Library location information not available when requesting a book
  • Card number and PIN not working
  • App crashes on launch after iOS 12 update
  • App immediately exits after opening
  • App doesn't work with iOS 12
  • App crashes in iOS 12 environment
  • App doesn't open after installing iOS 12
  • App stopped working after updating to iOS 12
  • Login issues after update
  • Local library shows closed when it's open
  • Update has broken the app, cannot log in
  • App showing old overdue books, not current ones
  • Cannot view available ebooks
  • Cannot log on, black screen
  • Request function not working properly
  • False info about checked out books
  • App not working after update, cannot login

Requested features

13 requests
  • Add renewal feature
  • Add 'would read again' list
  • Add 'favorite lists' or 'save for later'
  • Add history of checked-out books
  • Add option to rate books (1-5 stars)
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  • Add Apple Wallet support for library cards
  • Offer special notification features for events
  • Add a wishlist feature
  • Ability to type library name in search
  • Display requested books and queue position
  • Develop a version for kids or change age rating
  • Add a text feature for request notifications
  • Confirm a return feature

NYCHSCL

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Queens Public Library

No in-app purchases

None

NYCHSCL

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Queens Public Library free?
Queens Public Library is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NYCHSCL free?
NYCHSCL is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Queens Public Library or NYCHSCL?
NYCHSCL is rated higher. Queens Public Library averages 3.2 out of 5 from 64 ratings, while NYCHSCL averages 4.5 from 8 ratings.
Do Queens Public Library or NYCHSCL have ads?
Neither Queens Public Library nor NYCHSCL shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Queens Public Library or NYCHSCL?
Queens Public Library ships an update every 7 months, and NYCHSCL every 6 weeks. Most recently, Queens Public Library was updated on October 23, 2026 and NYCHSCL on October 24, 2026.

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