Labguru

Labguru

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Labguru is a secure, cloud-based Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN), LIMS and informatics platform which offers a complete solution for life science research and industry. It records and manages laboratory data and inventory, includes molecular biology tools and chemistry tools, enables automation of the lab, insight into lab data making labs run more efficiently. With Labguru, scientists can design experiments and workflows, capture structured and unstructured data, manage projects, and share their work. Customizable experiment templates, integration of protocols, SOPs, and other cutting-edge features help to increase data quality, streamline workflows and reduce costs. Labguru is available on desktops and mobile devices via the cloud. Labguru is part of Holtzbrinck Publishing Group and serves over 100,000 scientists worldwide from startups, universities, research institutes up to some of the largest pharma companies.

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QBench is a cloud-based Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) designed to help laboratories manage samples, workflows, data, inventory, reporting, quality processes, and client interactions in one platform. Labs use QBench to manage laboratory operations from order placement and sample processing through results and automated reporting. The platform is highly configurable, allowing laboratories to build workflows, define custom data fields, and automate processes around the way their lab already operates. QBench also helps laboratories reduce manual work by connecting instruments, software, and other systems through file parsers and a robust API. These integrations can automate data transfer between systems, reducing repetitive data entry and the risk of transcription errors. Key QBench capabilities include: Sample and workflow management Configurable laboratory workflows and custom data fields Workflow automation Instrument and system integrations File parsing and API connectivity Inventory management Client portal access Automated reporting Analytics and operational insights Integrated Quality Management System (QMS) capabilities Unlike LIMS platforms that require extensive custom development to accommodate laboratory processes, QBench is designed to be configurable and adaptable as workflows change. Laboratories can modify processes, fields, and automations without relying heavily on custom code. QBench is cloud-based, giving laboratory teams secure access to their LIMS while bringing laboratory data, workflows, automation, quality management, and reporting together within a centralized platform. QBench also supports customers with a team that includes former bench scientists who understand laboratory workflows and can provide guidance throughout implementation and ongoing use.

Why QBench is Better than Labguru

QBench is a LIMS-first alternative to Labguru. QBench describes Labguru as an ELN-first platform, while QBench is built first and foremost as a full-featured LIMS. QBench supports order, sample, test, and batch workflows alongside no-code automations, reporting, inventory management, billing and invoicing, an integrated QMS, a configurable customer portal, and a REST API. Its deep workflow configurability allows lab teams to adjust processes, reports, and automations as their needs change without relying on custom development for routine configuration.

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Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Audience

Organizations that need a comprehensive lab data management solution

Audience

Laboratory Managers, Laboratory Directors, Laboratory Techs, Laboratory Operations Staff

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Supported
Online Supported

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

API

Offers API Supported

API

Offers API Supported

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

To be determined with customer after understanding specifications
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Supported

Pricing

$275/user/month
Foundation: $275/user/month
Growth: $325/user/month
Advanced: $425/user/month
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Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Not Supported

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.8 / 5
ease 4.2 / 5
features 4.4 / 5
design 4.5 / 5
support 4.7 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • Labguru is so customizable. We could relatively quickly and easily set it up for our specific needs. The ability to setup protocol templates that can be used to start new experiment pages and the ability to insert forms for information that needs to be consistently logged in experiments has made it much easier for us to log data consistently and to make our workflows more consistent and reliable. The customer service is also unparalleled - every interaction has been positive and response times are short.
  • Labguru is very user friendly. Although there are still minor things to be tweaked, I like the appearance of the LIMS as a whole and how easy it is for our internal developers to use API and customise the LIMS to fit our needs. It is great with integration with our other sample collection system. It is very easy to import in samples and link experiment and reagent usage to each sample. All actions are tracked and there is a trail log which is super useful if needed for troubleshooting and also for the purpose of auditing and eventually accreditation of our lab. I like that we can customise to get notifications when reagents are running low and when items have expired in addition to when and what maintenance are due for each equipment. Not forgetting it is easy to set up label template and print labels to stick on our lab tubes/plates during our choice of label printer.
  • User friendly system for storing protocols, writing up experiments, useful inventory for cold storage, equipment, samples etc. Easy to share and witness experiments. helps to manage and organise the lab. Good support from the company.
  • We particularly appreciate the Excel spreadsheet tool and the possibility to connect an experiment to any other element inside LabGuru with the Linked Resources option. In only one year of use, we experienced the platform evolving.
  • Can track experiment progress, samples, reagents, protocols, and recipes. Enable experimental reproducibility.

Cons

  • We wish there was a way to automatically update inventory items that we purchase. Currently it seems like inventory items/stocks have to be added manually. The software also has a steep learning curve especially for our users that are not used to complicated software. There's a lot of help page reading, clicking around, and trial and error that needs to happen to learn the software.
  • At the moment it seems that moving items between storage location is not very specific but this is on their list of things to do to make it better. When we have documents to upload for certain equipment, we cannot yet upload them to specific service date that is logged but only upload to the main equipment inventory page, which is ok but would be great to associate documents to corresponding maintenance event. It would be useful to get notifications at a specified time (i.e. 1 month) prior to reagent expiring and not just when the reagents have expired. Our developer had sorted out customised emails for this (again indicating how easy to customise Labguru to suit our needs) but if this setting could be implemented in Labguru it would be very useful.
  • When trying to import a large amount of data the system sometimes is slow or import fails occasionally. Sometimes the search function fails to find all documents. Otherwise, no problems.
  • The text edition tool is tricky to use sometimes.
  • Pricy. Sometimes overwhelm with so many features.

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Supported

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Supported

Company Information

Cenevo
Founded: 2007
United Kingdom
www.labguru.com

Company Information

QBench
Founded: 2015
United States
qbench.com

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Categories

Chemical Inventory Supported
ELN Supported
Lab Automation Supported
Life Sciences Supported
LIMS Supported

Categories

Barcode Generators Supported

QBench can generate Linear and 2D barcode labels as part of its sample management workflows and can integrate with barcode or RFID systems for sample identification. Labs can create and scan barcode labels, track samples from intake through storage and disposal, and use barcodes or labels for quick and accurate inventory data input. QBench also supports barcode generation for reagent and consumable tracking within laboratory inventory workflows.

Chemical Supported

QBench is a configurable cloud-based LIMS for laboratories working in chemicals and analytical chemistry. Labs can log samples, assign analyses, track test progress, capture data, integrate analytical instruments, automate workflows, and generate reports. Configurable fields, instrument integrations, no-code automation tools, and a REST API help laboratories manage data and adapt testing workflows as their needs change.

Chemical Inventory Supported

QBench's integrated inventory management tools help labs centralize reagents, consumables, assays, and equipment. Labs can create and manage inventory items, track reagent and consumable lots and usage throughout testing, automate stock consumption, receive low-stock and expiration alerts, block expired stock, and track inventory and per-use costs. QBench also supports custom inventory fields, attachments, notes, and barcode or label generation for faster data entry.

Food Safety Supported

QBench is a configurable LIMS for food and beverage testing labs and supports food safety testing. Labs can trace products to lots, suppliers, and ingredients; manage product specifications; standardize data entry and calculations with method-specific worksheets; automate batch workflows; and generate COAs. QBench also supports testing areas such as allergen testing, microorganism testing, pesticide residue testing, mycotoxin testing, heavy metal testing, and shelf-life testing, with chain of custody and support for FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance.

Lab Automation Supported

QBench provides configurable, no-code laboratory workflow automation within its cloud-based LIMS. Labs can automate workflows, reports, status changes, data transcription, test reruns, and inventory usage without custom coding. QBench can also sync instrument data into the LIMS and uses a REST API for integrations and custom automations. Its automation tools are designed to reduce repetitive manual work and help labs process samples more efficiently.

QBench includes cloud-based laboratory inventory management integrated with its LIMS. Labs can create and manage inventory items, track reagent and consumable lots and usage, automate stock consumption during tests or batches, receive low-stock alerts, block expired stock, and track inventory and per-use costs. QBench also supports custom fields, attachments, notes, and barcode or label generation for inventory records.

Life Sciences Supported

QBench is a cloud-based LIMS for biotech and life sciences labs. It supports management of projects, samples, protocols, tests, and results reporting, along with configurable workflows, custom fields, instrument integration, analytics, and BI integrations. QBench's no-code automations and REST API help labs connect systems and reduce manual work. QBench supports scientific disciplines including analytical chemistry, microbiology, molecular testing, physical testing, and microscopy, and supports FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance.

LIMS Supported

QBench is a cloud-based Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for managing and automating laboratory workflows from sample receiving through reporting and billing. It centralizes sample and workflow tracking, reporting, quality management, inventory, billing, and analytics. Labs can track orders, samples, and tests; configure custom fields and no-code automations; sync instrument data; generate reports and COAs; and connect other systems through QBench's REST API.

Medical Lab Supported

QBench is a cloud-based LIMS for clinical and healthcare testing labs. It supports management of patient samples, test requests, and results; automated reporting; and integrations with instruments, EMR systems, and regulatory systems through its REST API. QBench supports clinical testing areas including diagnostics, pathology, microbiology, genetics, molecular testing, hematology, clinical chemistry, virology, and more. QBench is HIPAA compliant and supports CLIA certification.

Nutrition Analysis Supported

QBench is a configurable cloud-based LIMS for food and beverage testing labs, including labs performing nutrient content testing and composition analysis. Labs can track lots, suppliers, ingredients, and samples; manage product specifications and nutritional content requirements; build method-specific worksheets; standardize calculations; automate workflows; and generate COAs. QBench can track food, supplements, beverages, produce, packaged food, feed, and other sample types with configurable metadata and testing specifications.

Pathology Supported

QBench is a cloud-based LIMS for clinical and healthcare testing labs and explicitly supports pathology. Labs can manage patient samples, test requests, and results; automate reporting; and connect instruments, EMR systems, and regulatory systems through the QBench API. QBench also supports related clinical disciplines including diagnostics, microbiology, genetics, molecular testing, hematology, clinical chemistry, virology, and cytogenetics. QBench is HIPAA compliant and supports CLIA certification.

QBench is a configurable cloud-based LIMS for biotech and life sciences laboratories, including pharmaceutical and biotechnology environments with regulated data and workflow requirements. QBench supports sample and test workflow management, no-code automation, instrument and software integrations, reporting, integrated QMS capabilities, audit trails, and electronic signatures. QBench supports FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance and GxP guidelines and provides tools for laboratories managing complex, regulated workflows.

Quality Management Supported

QBench combines LIMS and integrated QMS tools in one cloud-based platform. Labs can track and resolve issues, root causes, and corrective and preventive actions (CAPA); manage instrument calibration, maintenance, and issues; create and update SOPs and training materials; store lab documentation; and configure logs for their needs. QBench connects quality records with laboratory workflows so teams can manage quality and compliance data without purchasing a separate QMS.

LIMS Features

Audit Trail Supported
Certificates of Analysis Not Supported
Data Import / Export Supported
Electronic Laboratory Notebook Supported
Inventory Management Supported
Lab Instrument Interface Supported
Reporting & Statistics Supported
Sample Tracking Supported
Specification Management Supported
Workflow Management Supported

Lab Inventory Management Features

Barcode Scanning Supported
Expiration Date Management Supported
Purchasing Supported
Reorder Management Supported
Sample Management Not Supported
Supply Management Supported
Usage Tracking Supported
Vendor Management Supported

LIMS Features

Audit Trail Supported
Certificates of Analysis Supported
Data Import / Export Supported
Electronic Laboratory Notebook Not Supported
Inventory Management Supported
Lab Instrument Interface Supported
Reporting & Statistics Supported
Sample Tracking Supported
Specification Management Supported
Workflow Management Supported

Lab Inventory Management Features

Barcode Scanning Supported
Expiration Date Management Supported
Purchasing Not Supported
Reorder Management Supported
Sample Management Supported
Supply Management Supported
Usage Tracking Supported
Vendor Management Supported

Medical Lab Features

Audit Trail Supported
Data Analysis Auditing Supported
Data Security Supported
EMR Interface Supported
Fax Management Not Supported
Lab Instrument Interface Supported
Multi-Location Printing Not Supported
Online Instrumentation Supported
Physician Test Panels Supported
Procedure-Based Billing Supported
Sample Tracking Supported

Integrations

BarTender Supported
Domo Not Supported
Google Not Supported
Google Cloud Identity Not Supported
HubSpot CRM Not Supported
HubSpot Customer Platform Not Supported
Microsoft 365 Not Supported
Microsoft Entra ID Not Supported
Microsoft Power BI Not Supported
NetSuite Not Supported
Okta Not Supported
QuickBooks Online Not Supported
Tableau Not Supported
metrc Not Supported

Integrations

BarTender Not Supported
Domo Supported
Google Supported
Google Cloud Identity Supported
HubSpot CRM Supported
HubSpot Customer Platform Supported
Microsoft 365 Supported
Microsoft Entra ID Supported
Microsoft Power BI Supported
NetSuite Supported
Okta Supported
QuickBooks Online Supported
Tableau Supported
metrc Supported
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