Side by side
Evergreen vs Koha
Both stand on library management. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Web
Visit Evergreen Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1
Koha brings a broad set of library workflows together and supports common library standards and protocols. Its software is free, but self-installation calls for Linux server access and technical skills.
Visit KohaThe facts
| Evergreen | Koha | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | API, Linux, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Free or on request |
| Plans published | None | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | evergreen-ils.org | koha-community.org |
| On library management | #4 of 17 | #1 of 17 |
Evergreen: what it does well
Koha: what it does well
- Covers acquisitions, circulation, cataloging, serials, and reporting.
- Supports single-branch, multi-branch, and consortium use.
- Multilingual and translatable.
- Supports MARC 21, UNIMARC, and other library protocols.
- Free software under GNU GPL version 3 or later.
What to know first
- Self-installation requires a Linux server and root access.
- Installation requires command-line and Apache/MySQL skills.
- No free trial is listed.
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