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# Compare Proficio and Proficio Elements vs CatalogIt

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> Detailed comparison between Proficio and Proficio Elements and CatalogIt. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Proficio and Proficio Elements | CatalogIt |
| **Overall rating** | 4.5/5 | 4.9/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 4 | 74 |
| **Starting Price** | US$65.00 | US$54.00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation |

## Best for

### Proficio and Proficio Elements

museums, archives, natural sciences, historical sites, historical societies, archives, research libraries, university collections, corporate collections, private collectors, government agencies.

### CatalogIt

Museums, historical societies, historic homes and hotels, cultural organizations, corporate/brand archives, private/family collections, artists, dealers, collections consultants, and conservators.

## Key features

### Proficio and Proficio Elements

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Catalog Management
- Collections Management
- Content Library
- Customisable Reports
- Data Import/Export
- Document Storage
- Exhibit/Vendor Management
- For Museums
- Inventory Management
- Mobile Access
- Multi-Location
- Online Catalogue
- Product Catalogue
- Real-Time Data
- Reporting/Analytics
- Search/Filter
- Stock Management

### CatalogIt

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Catalog Management
- Catalogue Creation
- Collections Management
- Content Library
- Customisable Reports
- Data Import/Export
- Document Storage
- Exhibit/Vendor Management
- For Museums
- Inventory Management
- Mobile Access
- Multi-Location
- Online Catalogue
- Product Catalogue
- Reporting/Analytics
- Search/Filter

## Links

- [View Proficio and Proficio Elements Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/141729/proficio-and-proficio-elements)
- [View CatalogIt Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/183811/catalogit)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.ie/compare/141729/183811/proficio-and-proficio-elements/vs/catalogit)

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