Guides & how-tos
The Koha Blog
Practical guides for libraries running Koha — installation, hosting, migration, cataloging and the maintenance nobody warns you about.
Koha Hosting Cost: Monthly and Annual Pricing Explained
What Koha hosting actually costs per month and per year by library size — self-managed versus managed, and the recurring costs most quotes leave out.
August 21, 2026
Koha Hosting Guide: On-Premise, VPS, or Managed?
The three ways to host Koha compared — server sizing, backups, security and upgrade responsibility for each, plus the questions to ask before you sign.
August 18, 2026
Koha Installation Cost: What It Really Costs in 2026
Koha software is free; installing it is not. A breakdown of real installation costs — server, setup, migration, training — with three worked examples.
August 14, 2026
Koha vs Other ILS: An Honest 2026 Comparison
How Koha compares to FOLIO, Evergreen, Alma and Sierra on cost, features and lock-in — including an honest look at where Koha is the wrong choice.
August 7, 2026
What Is Koha Library Management System? A Complete Guide
Koha is the world’s most-deployed open-source library management system. Here is what it does, who runs it, what it really costs, and how to get started.
August 4, 2026