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At a Glance
Apollo ILS/LSP
Apollo ILS/LSP
Star Rating
(45)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (97.8% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Follett Destiny Library Manager
Follett Destiny Library Manager
Star Rating
(391)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (44.5% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Follett Destiny Library Manager
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Apollo ILS/LSP excels in its "Ease of Admin" with a score of 9.6, making it a preferred choice for library administrators who value streamlined management processes. In contrast, Follett Destiny Library Manager received a lower score of 7.9, indicating that users find it more challenging to manage.
  • Reviewers mention that Apollo ILS/LSP's "Quality of Support" is outstanding, with a score of 9.7, highlighting the responsiveness and helpfulness of their support team. Conversely, Follett Destiny Library Manager's support scored 8.3, suggesting that while it is adequate, it may not meet the same level of user satisfaction.
  • G2 users indicate that Apollo ILS/LSP has a higher "Meets Requirements" score of 9.5, suggesting that it aligns closely with user needs and expectations. In comparison, Follett Destiny Library Manager scored 8.5, which may imply that some users feel it lacks certain essential features.
  • Users on G2 report that Apollo ILS/LSP shines in "Ease of Setup" with a score of 9.5, making it a favorable option for libraries looking to implement the software quickly. Follett Destiny Library Manager, with a score of 8.2, may require more time and effort to set up, which could be a drawback for some users.
  • Reviewers say that Apollo ILS/LSP's "Product Direction" score of 9.7 reflects a strong commitment to continuous improvement and innovation, which is crucial for libraries looking for long-term solutions. In contrast, Follett Destiny Library Manager's score of 8.1 suggests that users may have concerns about its future development and updates.
  • Users report that Apollo ILS/LSP is particularly well-suited for small businesses, as evidenced by its 97.8% review rate from that segment, while Follett Destiny Library Manager is more favored by mid-market users, with 43.5% of reviews coming from that demographic, indicating a potential mismatch for smaller libraries.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Apollo ILS/LSP
No pricing available
Follett Destiny Library Manager
No pricing available
Free Trial
Apollo ILS/LSP
No trial information available
Follett Destiny Library Manager
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.5
44
8.6
362
Ease of Use
9.4
44
8.2
377
Ease of Setup
9.5
29
8.2
241
Ease of Admin
9.6
31
8.0
188
Quality of Support
9.7
43
8.3
331
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.8
31
8.4
178
Product Direction (% positive)
9.7
44
7.9
367
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Apollo ILS/LSP
Apollo ILS/LSP
Follett Destiny Library Manager
Follett Destiny Library Manager
Apollo ILS/LSP and Follett Destiny Library Manager are categorized as Library Management Systems
Unique Categories
Apollo ILS/LSP
Apollo ILS/LSP has no unique categories
Follett Destiny Library Manager
Follett Destiny Library Manager is categorized as School Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Apollo ILS/LSP
Apollo ILS/LSP
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
97.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
2.2%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
0%
Follett Destiny Library Manager
Follett Destiny Library Manager
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
38.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
44.5%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
17.2%
Reviewers' Industry
Apollo ILS/LSP
Apollo ILS/LSP
Libraries
84.4%
Non-Profit Organization Management
4.4%
Information Services
4.4%
Higher Education
4.4%
Government Administration
2.2%
Other
0.0%
Follett Destiny Library Manager
Follett Destiny Library Manager
Primary/Secondary Education
39.6%
Education Management
31.9%
Libraries
24.2%
Higher Education
1.0%
Information Technology and Services
0.8%
Other
2.6%
Most Helpful Reviews
Apollo ILS/LSP
Apollo ILS/LSP
Most Helpful Favorable Review
PL
Patrick L.
Verified User in Libraries

Although we are organizationally new to the system, it is relatively easy to learn the basics and train new people to system use. The advanced features are great.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Follett Destiny Library Manager
Follett Destiny Library Manager
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Willie S.
WS
Willie S.
Verified User in Primary/Secondary Education

We have been using Destiny for so long that I can't exactly speak to any solution we used prior to implementing Destiny, but from what I am aware of it has helped our library and bookstore staff immensely, and it has dramatically helped to simplify tasks...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Primary/Secondary Education

It's too rigid. We don't have the same level of granular control over things like data fields, reports, automation opportunities, etc...

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Discussions
Apollo ILS/LSP
Apollo ILS/LSP Discussions
Free Trial with My Own Data
1 comment
Official Response from Apollo ILS/LSP
Yes, indeed. You can try Apollo free, with your data, and with no obligation. All while your library operates normally. It's exactly as if you migrated. So...Read more
Other automation companies I’ve seen address multiple kinds of libraries. I'm with a public library and I don't want the clutter of unneeded features. Is Biblionix different?
1 comment
Official Response from Apollo ILS/LSP
Absolutely. We serve no school, academic, or special libraries. We devote our thinking to what makes your public library tick and what you and your patrons...Read more
Can patrons renew items by text message?
1 comment
Official Response from Apollo ILS/LSP
Yes! Our Gabbie option provides 2-way texting with renewal capability. It's an integrated "Ask a Librarian" feature!Read more
Follett Destiny Library Manager
Follett Destiny Library Manager Discussions
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