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# BVS

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> BVS is a software application designed for libraries to help manage various media types and cataloging data.
> 
> Verdict: Rated **2.0/5** by 1 users. Top-rated for **Ease of Use**.

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## Overview

### Who Uses BVS?

BVS is suitable for libraries of all sizes, including city and university libraries. BVS features vary depending on version, functionality, and workstation requirements.

## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **2.0/5** | 1 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 2.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support | 1.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money |  | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 1.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 10% | (1/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: IBTC

## Commercial Context

- **Starting Price**: US$93,34
- **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free Trial)
- **Pricing Details**: BVS is offered across \[five\] pricing plans, outlined below. A 90-days free trial is available.

BVS Lite: Free
BVS Compact: $93.34 per license
BVS Standard: $412.32 per license

Contact IBTC for further pricing details.
- **Target Audience**: 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1 000, 1 001–5 000, 5 001–10 000, 10 000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Windows (Desktop)
- **Available Countries**: Germany

## Features

- Circulation Management
- Inventory Management

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- FAQs/Forum
- Knowledge Base
- Phone Support

## Category

- [Library Automation Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/30022/library-automation/software)

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3. [Simple Little Library System](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/189633/simple-little-library-system) — 4.7/5 (29 reviews)
4. [Follett Destiny Library Manager](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/8972/destiny-library-manager) — 4.5/5 (35 reviews)
5. [Librarika](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/1053729/librarika) — 4.0/5 (2 reviews)

## Reviews

### "Needs overhaul" — 2.0/5

> **Marco** | *20 July 2024* | Human Resources | Recommendation rating: 1.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: To be honest, in the 2+ years, I was not a fan of BVS. System was outdated and lacked all the features other systems have.
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> **Cons**: The whole experience was not positive. Additional upgrades are a must for BVS to improve.

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