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# Shelf

Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/440863/shelf

> Shelf is free, open-source asset and equipment management software for teams that lend, track, and audit physical gear. Tag any item with a QR code or barcode and scan it from any phone - no dedicated scanner needed - to check equipment in and out, assign custody, and instantly see who has what, where it is, and when it's due back. Teams can book equipment with conflict-free reservation calendars, run location-by-location audits, group items into kits, and keep a permanent, timestamped activity log for every asset. Native iOS and Android apps bring scanning, audits, and custody to the field, while the web app stays the source of truth for setup, reporting, and administration. Shelf is AGPL-licensed and can be self-hosted with Docker or run as a managed cloud service. A free plan covers individuals; paid plans add bookings, team roles, and unlimited members. Popular with film and video production, photography, universities and schools, IT departments, events, and nonprofits.
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> Verdict: Rated \*\*\*\* by 0 users. Top-rated for **Overall Quality**.

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## About the vendor

- **Company**: Shelf.nu

## Commercial Context

- **Starting Price**: US$34.00
- **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free version available) (Free Trial)
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Linux (On-Premise), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile)
- **Supported Languages**: English
- **Available Countries**: Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, American Samoa, Andorra, Angola, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belarus, Belgium, Benin, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Botswana and 173 more

## Features

- Activity Dashboard
- Activity Tracking
- Asset Assignment
- Asset Tracking
- Audit Trail
- Barcoding/RFID
- Calendar Management
- Check-in/Check-out
- Customizable Fields
- Data Import/Export
- Equipment Tracking
- Fixed Asset Management
- IT Asset Tracking
- Inventory Tracking
- Location Tracking
- Monitoring
- Multi-Location
- QR Codes
- Reservations Management
- Tagging

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- FAQs/Forum
- Knowledge Base
- Chat

## Category

- [Asset Tracking Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/1560/asset-tracking/software)

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3. [Samsara](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/51789/samsara) — 4.5/5 (1008 reviews)
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5. [Limble](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/34626/limblecmms) — 4.8/5 (755 reviews)

## Links

- [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/440863/shelf)

## This page is available in the following languages

| Locale | URL |
| en | <https://www.softwareadvice.com/product/440863-Shelf/> |
| en-AU | <https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/software/440863/shelf> |
| en-GB | <https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/440863/shelf> |
| en-IE | <https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/440863/shelf> |
| en-NZ | <https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/440863/shelf> |

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