Dotmatics platform is a chain of tools which is as strong as its weakest link. Lacking native integration into leading life science ecosystems e.g. SAP, and limited core functionalities, position it as a platform falling short of meeting the complex crucial requirements of modern scientific, research and production needs. See the practical comparison to a modern open platform.
Easy to use and, configure, open and integrative cloud platform covering research to production and integration with leading ecosystems for propelling life science to the next level.
Labguru supports you throughout your entire R&D cycle – from the initial stages of research to the quality control processes in product production. You're covered every step of the way.
Labguru's flexible platform is built for multi-disciplines in life science and caters to industry, from giants to startups, research institutes, and academia, is the go-to tool for scientists all over the world.
Labguru’s cutting-edge technology easily integrates with AI and ML methodologies to propel science with no barriers.
Labguru is a market mover with pioneering partnerships integrating leading life sciences ecosystems, e.g. SAP, VWR/Avantor. This ensures our customers are always at the forefront of technology advancement.
Labguru modern platform was created with flexibility and integrativity in mind allowing the morphing of the platform to meet each and every customer's unique evolving needs regardless of how complex or remote.
Dotmatics aggregation of legacy tools with different code bases and lack of uniform architecture poses vast limitations on customers and their ability to effectively and cost-efficiently tailor a desired solution.
Labguru is built on an Open approach. Having Openness as a value means customers have the confidence their data is on a platform that gives them the tools and capabilities to accomplish their goals. Labguru Helpdesk is openly available, APIs, webhooks, and integrations with ecosystems are all available.
Dotmatics' limiting approach to openness prohibits access to assets such as helpdesk and focuses on its internal group of aggregated tools rather than on integration with market-leading ecosystems.
Best in class inventory management. Offers a tight integration with the ELN module, shopping list, and direct ordering*, equipment scheduling & management, all with great configuration capabilities.
(Based on verified reviews on G2.com)
*Direct ordering with VWR
Limited in features and functionalities, as reviewed by verified actual Dotmatics customers.
(Based on verified reviews on G2.com)
Labguru offers easy DIY creation of robust and flexible workflow automations. Automate any workflow of any aspect of lab work on your own or with the help of Labguru professionals. Enjoy next generation automations efficiently and cost-effectively
Dotmatics automations lack in scope and in cease and cost of creation, thus leaning towards a more service-dependent and rigid model which could be more expensive and more restricted.
Labguru offers advanced role customization with precise permissions and configurable signature flows adaptable to complex workflows. Permissions can be dynamically adjusted reflecting team or project changes as they may arise.
(Based on verified reviews on G2.com)
Dotmatics falls short on customization options. Further limitations in customizing and implementing signature flows is yet another important limiting factor.
(Based on verified reviews on G2.com)
Fair and transparent pricing model. No surprising price hikes. Both Labguru and Labguru Pro packages cover a rich set of features and functionalities so that customers enjoy price predictability knowing they have all the functionalities they may need to be covered.
Dotmatics' high-end and modularized pricing model, together with the dependency on professional services for certain functionalities make Dotmatics a more expensive option.
Labguru has been reviewed by over 100 actual users that were verified by leading independent website (g2.com) giving Labguru numerous awards including -
2024 Spring Category Leader
2024 Spring- Best Est. ROI
2024 Spring- Fastest Implementation
There are currently just 6 scientists that have reviewed Dotmatics.
"Labguru offers the fastest IT implementation I have ever been personally involved in! Thanks to Labguru's potential, we at AstraZeneca can partner more effectively with any group, anywhere in the world. "
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David Nicholls
Enabling Capabilities Manager of the Discovery Sciences Unit at AstraZeneca
"We chose Labguru because it enabled us to manage all daily activities, including conducting experiments and tracking inventory, in one place."
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Dr. Chunyan Gu-Trantien
Project Director at Equaly
"Labguru saves us 40% of our working hours every month because its consistency and powerful search function eliminates the need to dig through notebooks, Google Drive folders, and physical storage rooms."
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Dr. Yasmin Chau
Principal Scientist at Double Rainbow
"With Labguru, we save 75% of the time previously required to manage and update our lab notebooks."
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Dino Ossola
Senior Group Leader at Cerevance