R2 Digital Library vs VitalSource Bookshelf
| R2 Digital Library | VitalSource Bookshelf | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | Free |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Web | Android, iOS, macOS, Web, Windows |
| Free plan | No | — |
| Access model | mixed | mixed |
| Offline access | Yes | Yes |
| Annotation tools | Yes | Yes |
| Institutional admin | Yes | Yes |
| Device support | web_desktop_mobile | web_desktop_mobile |
| Read-aloud support | Yes | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Digital Textbook Platforms. On Samsung Mobile US Press, VitalSource Bookshelf scores higher on our published basis.