--- description: Learn how Evolve Library can help your business. GetApp provides users in New Zealand with the most detailed information on software reviews, prices and features. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/getapp/og_logo-94fd2a03a6c7a0e54fc0c9e21a1c0ce9.png title: Evolve Library Reviews, Pricing & Ratings | GetApp NZ 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Library Automation Software](/directory/39/library-automation/software) > [Evolve Library](/software/116395/evolve-library) # Evolve Library Canonical: https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/116395/evolve-library Page: 1 / 2\ Next: [Next page](https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/116395/evolve-library?page=2) > Evolve Library is a cloud-based library management system designed for use by school, public, academic, and specialist libraries of varying sizes. The software offers a range of modules covering acquisitions, catalog, circulation, and periodicals, and can be accessed through any web-enabled device. > > Verdict: Rated **4.8/5** by 22 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Key benefits of Evolve Library • Evolve Library is built on a flexible framework to allow customization according to the requirements of the user’s unique library environment. • The acquisitions module offers comprehensive tools for managing the purchase of items and monitoring of any expenditures. • User can maintain patron records, process reserves, and manage charges/fines using the circulation module. • The catalog module offers an easy to use system to create and edit library catalog records, with users able to add and delete fields as necessary. • Evolve’s Web OPAC (online public access catalog) is fully compliant with disability access standards, and allows patrons to search for items, place reservations, renew loads, and more. ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.8/5** | 22 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.9/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 100% | (10/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Infovision Software ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$1,500.00 - **Pricing model**: Per Feature - **Pricing Details**: Contact Infovision Software for pricing information. - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500 - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Australia, United States ## Features - Alerts/Notifications - Catalog Management - Church Libraries - Circulation Management - Fee Collection - Full Text Search - Historical Reporting - Inventory Management - Law Libraries - OPAC - Online Catalog - Patron Management - Periodicals Management - Private Libraries - Public Libraries - Records Management - Reporting & Statistics - Reservations Management - School Libraries - Search/Filter ## Integrations (1 total) - Microsoft 365 ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - Phone Support ## Category - [Library Automation Software](https://www.getapp.co.nz/directory/39/library-automation/software) ## Related Categories - [Library Automation Software](https://www.getapp.co.nz/directory/39/library-automation/software) - [Catalogue Management Software](https://www.getapp.co.nz/directory/188/catalog-management/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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Thank goodness we switched to Evolve. ----- ### "Evolve Library is an excellent Integrated Library System" — 5.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *20 April 2021* | Nonprofit Organisation Management | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: Although Evolve Library can be installed locally, our community library opted to acquire it through software-as-aservice subscription. We have avoided costs the institution could have incurred in form of huge ICT infrastructure, back-up, security and expertise. Both staff and patrons make use of the same software to meet their specific needs. While the technical service section use acquisition and cataloguing modules, readers service section depend on circulation module along with its accompanying statistics and reporting features. Patrons find the web-based OPAC very handy. One cool thing about Evolve Library is that it has enabled us to customize the data fields and the lay out of the OPAC's interface to meet the requirements our own community library. Also to note is the fact that Evolve Library integrate well with Microsoft Office Products. Patrons use files accessed from Evolve Library in their devices without any compatibility issues. > > **Cons**: I have noticed that computer literate patrons find it hard to utilise all the amazing features offered by Evolve Library ----- ### "Evolve Review" — 4.0/5 > **Karen** | *3 October 2018* | Libraries | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: The software is easy to use and suits our needs as a small library. > > **Cons**: Does not have some of the bells and whistles that other systems have. The OPAC could be a bit more modern. > > Evolve support is excellent and responsive. They are always willing to customize our system to meet our needs. ----- ### "Right from the start" — 5.0/5 > **MacKenzie** | *28 January 2019* | Libraries | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Evolve Library is a reliable service that is easy to use for staff and patrons. On the rare instance when we've needed technical assistance, I've always been impressed with how quickly and attentive the customer service team is to our needs. For a small to medium library system, this ILS offers a valuable, reliable product. > > **Cons**: Integration with digital services such as Overdrive. (This could be because I'm unaware of how it can work.) > > In a world of overpriced Integrated Library Systems, Evolve Library allows small to medium libraries with a cost-effective product, which is integral for many libraries in maintaining their autonomy from consortiums. ----- ### "Customer Support is Where It's At\!" — 5.0/5 > **Jessica** | *12 March 2019* | Libraries | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: The software is easy to learn and easy to customize. The user-friendly interface allows staff and volunteers alike to serve patrons and work on internal processes with efficiency. > > **Cons**: Occasionally, we've had issues with searching if one letter/number character is missing or out of place. > > The best part about Evolve is the customer support. They provide individual attention for individual needs, whether its reports, interface features, or operating code. Support is quick to respond via e-mail and phone\! They are wonderful to work with\! ----- Page: 1 / 2\ Next: [Next page](https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/116395/evolve-library?page=2) ## Links - [View on GetApp](https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/116395/evolve-library) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | de-AT | | | en | | | en-AE | | | en-AU | | | en-CA | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | en-SG | | | en-ZA | | | es | | | es-CL | | | es-CO | | | es-MX | | | fr | | | fr-BE | | | fr-CA | | | nl | | | nl-BE | | ----- ## Structured Data