Libki vs Quantem Kiosk Software

Libki manages time-limited access, reservations, and sessions on networked computers, with a focus on public-access settings such as libraries and school computer labs. Administrators use a web interface to manage users and session time, message or ban users, and see which client computers are available or occupied. Users can take computers on a first-come-first-served basis, reserve them, or use both approaches. The client shows remaining session time and allows early logoff; it can also be set to log off the operating system or reboot when a session ends. Libki supports SIP2 and LDAP single sign-on. SIP2 settings can restrict access using patron status, fees, age groups, or other configured fields, and the manual covers Koha and Evergreen hold notifications. Print management is available for controlled clients or files uploaded to the server. The server is self-hosted; Debian Linux, Ubuntu Server, or Docker are recommended, and Docker requires a separate database server. Clients run on Windows and Linux, though the maker provides a Windows installer and other operating systems require compiling from source. The system is free to download, install, and use. Administrators can configure data retention and deletion, but empty retention settings keep data indefinitely.

Quantem Kiosk Software locks smartphones, tablets, desktops, laptops, and digital displays into single-app or multi-app kiosk mode. Administrators manage Android, iOS, Windows, and Linux devices from a central dashboard. Enrollment options include Android Zero-touch, Apple Automated Device Enrollment, Windows Autopilot, IMEI or serial upload, QR code, EMM token, and Samsung Knox Mobile Enrollment. Teams can install public or private apps remotely, schedule app updates, and publish documents, videos, images, presentations, and signage content. Remote controls include policies, compliance alerts, audit logs, device-health monitoring, and fleet reports; operating-system updates can be scheduled for maintenance windows or device groups. Security features include role-based access, two-factor authentication, audit trails, encryption at rest and in transit, and segmented VPCs. Quantem states that it is SOC 2, GDPR, and CCPA compliant. Pricing starts at $2.40/mo per device, billed monthly, and there is no free plan. A 21-day trial is available; afterward, information can be exported, transferred to a subscription, or deleted. Platforms listed include Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, web, and Windows.