Benchling vs SnapGene
BenchlingLaboratory Information Systems
$20,000+ / yearPublished price
SnapGeneExperiment Tracking
$149/yearPublished price
Benchling Laboratory Information Systems The operating system for biotechnology R&D | SnapGene Experiment Tracking The Future of Cloning is Smarter and Faster | |
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| Overview | ||
| Category | Laboratory Information Systems | Experiment Tracking |
| What it is | Benchling is a cloud-based R&D platform for life sciences that provides an electronic lab notebook, molecular biology tools, a sample registry, inventory management, and workflow automation. It replaces legacy LIMS and ELN systems with a modern, integrated solution. | Molecular biology desktop software for planning, visualizing, and documenting everyday cloning experiments. |
| Pricing | ||
| Published price | $20,000+ / year Academic: Free for individual researchers Startup: Custom pricing - Core ELN and registry features for small teams Professional: Starting at ~$20,000/year - Full platform access f… | $149/year SnapGene publishes individual annual licensing from $149/year, with academic, student, team, and permanent-license options priced separately. |
| Pricing model | Custom quote | Tiered plans |
| Free options | Not available | Free plan · Free trial |
| Deal on Cubbie | None right now | None right now |
| Company | ||
| Founded | 2012 | 2008 |
| Team size | 501-1,000 employees | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | San Francisco, California | Boston, MA |
| Featured clients | Moderna, Regeneron, Corteva | Not available |