# Colibris Software Pricing, Alternatives & More 2026 | Capterra

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 Colibris Software Review 2026: Features, Reviews, Integrations, Pros & Cons

Last updated on March 13, 2026

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[Description](#description)[Use cases](#use-cases)[Alternatives](#alternatives)[Features](#features)[Pricing](#pricing)[Support](#support)

Colibris

## What is Colibris?

User-friendly library management software, offering an online catalogue, advanced search engine, barcode-based lending, automated reminders, self scan kiosk and statistics. Add books or other materials and get rich descriptions based on their EAN / ISBN. Unlimited catalog or user database, all-in yearly license including e-mail and phone support and daily backups. Colibris is used by over 250 organisations: schools, health, government, NGO's, law firms and museum archives.

## What is Colibris used for?

[Library Automation](https://www.capterra.com/library-automation-software/)

Overall rating

Based on 0 user reviews

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Starting price

€400

Flat Rate, Per Year

Free trial  
available

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## Compare with a popular alternative

Capterra selects software alternatives based on relevant features, verified user reviews and user interactions. Placement may be influenced by client status.

### Colibris

0.0

VS.

[4.8 (128)](https://www.capterra.com/p/10010536/Surpass/reviews/)

Starting Price

€400

Flat Rate, Per Year

Starting Price

$55

Flat Rate, Per Month

Free Trial

Free Version

Pricing Options

Free Trial

Free Version

Ease Of Use

0.0 (0)

Ease Of Use

4.7 (128)

Value For Money

0.0 (0)

Value For Money

4.8 (87)

Customer Service

0.0 (0)

Customer Service

4.9 (126)

## Colibris alternatives

[4.7 (60)](https://www.capterra.com/p/29128/Mandarin/reviews/)

Starting price

$500.00

Per User, Per Month

Pricing Options

Free Trial

Free Version

User Rating

97%

of reviewers

rated it above 4 stars

[4.8 (10)](https://www.capterra.com/p/157700/Lucidea-Integrated-Library-Systems/reviews/)

Starting price

$2500.00

Per User, Per Month

Pricing Options

Free Trial

Free Version

User Rating

100%

of reviewers

rated it above 4 stars

[4.8 (24)](https://www.capterra.com/p/27788/Alexandria/reviews/)

Starting price

$499.00

Per User, Per Month

Pricing Options

Free Trial

Free Version

User Rating

96%

of reviewers

rated it above 4 stars

[Simple Little Library System](https://www.capterra.com/p/189633/Simple-Little-Library-System/)

[4.7 (29)](https://www.capterra.com/p/189633/Simple-Little-Library-System/reviews/)

Starting price

$37.00

Per User, Per Month

Pricing Options

Free Trial

Free Version

User Rating

97%

of reviewers

rated it above 4 stars

[Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/189633/Simple-Little-Library-System/)

## Features

Features with the highest number of reviews are displayed first. Those that have no reviews appear next, sorted alphabetically.

Access Controls/Permissions

Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems

Acquisition Management

Manage asset purchase and monitor associated expenditures.

Activity Dashboard

Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities

Alerts/Notifications

Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges

Barcode Recognition

The ability to identify a barcode on or within an image or packaging

Barcode/Ticket Scanning

Scan barcodes to ensure accurate pricing and label tracking

Colibris 35 features

Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems

Manage asset purchase and monitor associated expenditures.

Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities

Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges

The ability to identify a barcode on or within an image or packaging

Scan barcodes to ensure accurate pricing and label tracking

Identify and track items using barcode tags or RFID (radio-frequency identification) tags

Create and manage digital catalog of products/services with their details, specifications, and price

Caters to library management needs specific to churches

Overseeing distribution of published materials, such as books, newspapers, magazines, etc.

Add customized logos and colors to align with company branding

Alter the layout and content of reports

Import and export data to and from software applications

Manage digital assets

Track the location of specific equipment at all times

Automatically collect recurring fees or dues from members

Information, data and reports that are being tracked over time

Track and manage inventory levels to maintain proper supply

Caters to library management needs specific to law

An online catalog of inventory that customers can view

Manage Online Public Access Catalog information, such as title, keywords, subjects, and authors.

Manage library patron registration and accounts

Manage acquisition and allocation of periodicals.

Caters to library management needs specific to private libraries

Caters to library management needs specific to public libraries

Ability to record, store, update, and retrieve information

Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns

Manage the entire lifecycle of a reservation, from the initial booking to the actual service or event

Manage allocation of and track books reserved for specific needs or people.

Process of planning, scheduling and executing the optimal and effective use of human capital across projects

Caters to library management needs specific to school libraries

Search and filter data across systems to locate required information by entering keywords or certain criteria

Check-in and out via a mobile device or kiosk

Online portal through which end users can access the system, manage tasks, or obtain information

Manage user accounts, profiles, roles, permissions, and other details across applications, devices or networks

## Pricing

Free Trial

Basic

€400.00

Flat Rate,Per Year

## Support, customer service and training options

Support

-   Email/Help Desk
-   FAQs/Forum
-   Knowledge Base
-   Phone Support
-   24/7 (Live rep)
-   Chat

Training

-   In Person
-   Live Online
-   Webinars
-   Documentation
-   Videos

Deployment

-   Web
-   Android
-   iPhone/iPad

Typical users

-   Freelancers
-   Small businesses
-   Mid size businesses
-   Enterprises

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