Best Columbus Library Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

Out of 249+ columbus library apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Columbus Library Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Columbus Metropolitan LibraryColumbus Metropolitan LibraryFree3.7★ (43)NoNoOct 2026
2Libby, the library appLibby, the library appFree4.9★ (4.6M)NoNoNov 2026
3Chatt Valley Libraries GaChatt Valley Libraries GaFree4.3★ (11)NoNoOct 2026
4Chicago Public LibraryChicago Public LibraryFree3.5★ (64)NoNoOct 2026
5Bartholomew Public LibraryBartholomew Public LibraryFree2.9★ (7)NoNoOct 2026
6Nioga Library System CatalogNioga Library System CatalogFree—NoNoAug 2026
7Dayton Metro LibraryDayton Metro LibraryFree4.4★ (16)NoNoMay 2026
8Ohio Library Council EventsOhio Library Council EventsFree—NoNoSep 2026

Top Picks for Columbus Library

Libby, the library app#2

Libby, the library app by OverDrive, Inc.

Library audiobooks and ebooks
Strong Contender
📚 Books
4.9😊(4.6M ratings)
Free
#2in Books
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Access your local library's digital collection of ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines for free. Read or listen on your phone or tablet, download titles for offline use, and personalize your reading experience with customizable settings.

What We Love

  • 📚 Extensive library of books and audiobooks
  • 🔍 Convenient search and browsing features
  • 🔖 Easy to manage holds and returns
  • 🔄 Seamless syncing across devices
  • 🕰️ Automatic returns to avoid late fees
  • 🎧 High-quality audiobook experience
  • 🆓 Free access with library card

Room to Improve

  • 🕰️ Long wait times for popular titles
  • 🔍 Confusing search and filtering options
  • 🤯 Buggy and unstable performance
  • 🔒 Lack of offline reading/listening
  • 📚 Limited selection in some genres
  • 🔙 Unintuitive navigation and UI

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FAQ about Columbus Library

What are the best columbus library apps for iPhone?
Columbus Metropolitan Library tops our columbus library apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 3.7-star average from 43 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top columbus library apps we rank are free to download, including Columbus Metropolitan Library and Libby, the library app.
Columbus Metropolitan Library has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 249+ columbus library apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.