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Head-to-head · LIMS Software

STARLIMS vs MODUL-BIO LIMS

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score STARLIMS #1 in LIMS Software 8.8/10 Pricing on request ✓ 1 of 4 features Visit STARLIMS
MODUL-BIO LIMS #7 in LIMS Software 8.2/10 Pricing on request ✓ 4 of 4 features Visit Modul-Bio

STARLIMS leads on 0 checks, MODUL-BIO LIMS on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreSTARLIMS · 8.8/10
  • Most featuresMODUL-BIO LIMS · 4 of 4

STARLIMS scores higher on our rubric for lims software: 8.8 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #7.

STARLIMS is the better fit for labs wanting a mature, broad LIMS suite. MODUL-BIO LIMS is the better fit for biobanks and multi-site sample operations.

  • STARLIMS fits best

    Labs wanting a mature, broad LIMS suite

  • MODUL-BIO LIMS fits best

    Biobanks and multi-site sample operations

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Side by side

Feature STARLIMS 8.8/10 Visit ↗ MODUL-BIO LIMS 8.2/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.8 8.2
Ranking #1 in LIMS Software #7 in LIMS Software
Best for Labs wanting a mature, broad LIMS suite Biobanks and multi-site sample operations
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Pricing on request Pricing on request
Free plan — Not checked yet
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Self-hosted Cloud
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, Windows, Linux, iOS
Integrations 6 integrations 6 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Mid-market, Enterprise
Features STARLIMS 1/4 · MODUL-BIO LIMS 4/4
Sample tracking Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Workflow automation Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Audit trail ✓ ✓
Instrument integrations Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Specs
Deployment Not checked yet Cloud
Regulatory support Not checked yet OECD guidelines for BRCs; FDA 21 CFR Part 11; GLP
Our review
Pros
  • Covers sample lifecycles, workflows, inventory, stability, and batch management
  • Connects instruments and systems through SOAP, REST, and named enterprise integrations
  • Includes audit trails, electronic signatures, analytics, and visualization
  • End-to-end biological sample lifecycle and location history
  • Barcode support for tubes, plates and 2D racks
  • Multi-site workflows with audit trails and instrument/HL7 integrations
Cons
  • Uses a contact-sales pricing model with no free plan
  • Deployment and configuration vary by solution and require planning
  • Documented support is centered on documentation rather than multiple listed channels
  • Pricing requires a contact-sales conversation
  • Tailored implementation may require planning across sites and workflows
  • Biobank-focused scope may not suit general-purpose laboratory teams
Our verdict

STARLIMS is a laboratory information management system for clinical, public health, R&D, and quality-manufacturing laboratories. It manages sample and specimen lifecycles, testing operations, configurable laboratory workflows, and…

Read the review →

MODUL-BIO LIMS is a modular, cloud-deployed laboratory information management system for biobanks, biological resource centres, cohort projects and research centres. It follows biological samples from collection and receipt through…

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  1. STARLIMSLIMS Software 8.8Pricing on request
  2. MODUL-BIO LIMSLIMS Software 8.2Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • STARLIMS — where it wins

    • Covers sample lifecycles, workflows, inventory, stability, and batch management
    • Connects instruments and systems through SOAP, REST, and named enterprise integrations
    • Includes audit trails, electronic signatures, analytics, and visualization

    Where it doesn't

    • Uses a contact-sales pricing model with no free plan
    • Deployment and configuration vary by solution and require planning
    • Documented support is centered on documentation rather than multiple listed channels

  • MODUL-BIO LIMS — where it wins

    • End-to-end biological sample lifecycle and location history
    • Barcode support for tubes, plates and 2D racks
    • Multi-site workflows with audit trails and instrument/HL7 integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires a contact-sales conversation
    • Tailored implementation may require planning across sites and workflows
    • Biobank-focused scope may not suit general-purpose laboratory teams
  • STARLIMS8.8/10 · Pricing on request

    A mature, broad LIMS suite for labs managing samples, workflows, instruments, and compliance records.

    Visit STARLIMSFull verdict →
  • MODUL-BIO LIMS8.2/10 · Pricing on request

    A configurable, multi-site LIMS for tracking biological samples, workflows and associated data.

    Visit Modul-BioFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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