Sachem Mobile vs Patchogue
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Sachem Mobile
Access your library account on the go. Search the catalog, request items, and view a digital version of your library card. Stay informed about library events, news, and directions.
- Search library catalog
- Request items
- Digital library card
- View events and programs
- Library information and directions
- Receive notifications
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The Sachem Public Library is proud to release its mobile applications for library patrons. -Search the catalog and request items -Digital scannable version of your Sachem Library card -See events and programs happening at the library -Connect with us on social media -See information about the library and get directions -Get notifications about emergency closings, big events, and more
Patchogue
Access your library account on your mobile device. This app allows you to check out materials with a digital card, search the collection, manage your loans, and download digital content. Stay informed about library events and services, and connect with the library through social media.
- Digital library card for checkouts
- Search entire collection
- Manage checkouts, holds, and fines
- Download eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMusic
- Information on events and services
- Contact and directions
- Social media integration
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The Patchogue-Medford Library is now available as an app for your tablet or smartphone. This app is the quickest, easiest way to checkout your materials - no wallet necessary. App features when you're a member of the Patchogue Medford Library: Checkout: Use your digital library card to checkout materials in person. Search: Browse our entire collection of books, videos & music by keyword. Manage: Keep track of your checkouts, hold, fines & renewals. Access: Download digital content, including eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, & eMusic. Learn: Get information about the library, upcoming events & programs, and our services. Contact: Get in touch with us by phone, email or by visiting us with turn-by-turn directions to the building. Connect: Keep up with the latest from the library on Facebook, Twitter & YouTube.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Patchogue at 100% against Sachem Mobile's 60%. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Sachem Mobile | Patchogue |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.9 (45 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 45 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sachem Public Library | Patchogue Medford Library |
Customer experience
Sachem Mobile
Patchogue
In-app purchases
Sachem Mobile
No in-app purchases
Patchogue
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Sachem Mobile free?
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Do Sachem Mobile or Patchogue have ads?
Which is updated more often, Sachem Mobile or Patchogue?
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