Comparison
Shelfmade vs Libib
Libib is broad — it catalogs books, movies, music, and video games. Shelfmade is focused — it does one thing for serious book collectors and does it beautifully. Here's the side-by-side.
Feature comparison
Side-by-side at a glance. We tried to be fair — let us know if anything looks off.
| Feature | Shelfmade | Libib |
|---|---|---|
Primary purpose | Books-only home library | Books, movies, music, video games |
AI whole-shelf photo scan | ||
Barcode (ISBN) scanning | ||
Lending tracker with reminders | ||
Reading insights & stats | Partial | |
Monthly Reading DNA report | ||
Beautiful public profile Libib's public libraries are functional but plain. | Partial | |
Mobile-first design | ||
Works offline | Partial | |
Catalogs movies / music / games | ||
Multi-user shared library | ||
CSV import & export | ||
Free plan | Up to 100 books | Up to 5,000 items, 1 library |
Paid plan | From $2.92/mo | From $9/mo (Pro) |
Pricing transparency | Partial |
Pick Shelfmade if…
- You only care about books — and want the best possible book experience.
- You want AI to scan an entire shelf in seconds.
- You want clean reading insights and a beautiful public library page.
- You want a more affordable Pro tier focused on books.
- Lending tracking matters to you.
Stick with Libib if…
- You also want to catalog movies, music, CDs, or video games in one place.
- You run a small library, classroom, or church library and need broader media support.
- You need to manage many separate libraries (up to 100 on the top tier).
How to migrate from Libib
Bring your library over in a few minutes. Your data stays yours.
- 1
Export from Libib
Open your Libib library, go to Settings → Export, and download your library as a CSV.
- 2
Sign up for Shelfmade
Create your free Shelfmade account in under a minute.
- 3
Import your CSV
Drop the Libib CSV into Shelfmade Settings → Import (Pro). Books transfer automatically. Other media types (movies, music, games) won't import — Shelfmade is books-only.
Frequently asked
Is Shelfmade a Libib alternative?
Yes, if your collection is mostly books. Shelfmade goes deeper on the book experience with AI shelf scanning, reading insights, and a beautiful public profile. If you also catalog movies, music, or video games, Libib's broader scope may suit you better.
Can I import my Libib library?
Yes — for the books portion. Export your Libib library as CSV, then upload it in Shelfmade Settings → Import (Pro). Movies, music, and video games will not import because Shelfmade is books-only.
Which one is cheaper?
Shelfmade Pro starts at $2.92/month billed annually ($34.99/year). Libib Pro starts at $9/month. If you only want a books catalog, Shelfmade is significantly more affordable.
Does Shelfmade let me catalog movies or video games?
No. Shelfmade is focused exclusively on books to deliver the best possible reading and library experience. If you need multi-media cataloging, Libib is the better fit.
Can multiple people manage one Shelfmade library?
Yes. Pro plans include multi-user libraries with up to 3 people, perfect for couples or families sharing a home library.
Ready to move your library?
Start free in under a minute. Scan a shelf, see the magic, then decide.