ThingLink vs Labster

ThingLink8.7Visit Labster8.5Visit

Higher score ThingLink #2 in Virtual Reality Software 8.7/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 3 features Visit ThingLink

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Labster #3 in Virtual Reality Software 8.5/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Labster

• ThingLink fits best

  Broad immersive learning and VR content authoring

• Labster fits best

  Institutional science simulation programs

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Side by side

Feature	ThingLink 8.7/10 Visit ↗	Labster 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	8.7	8.5
Ranking	#2 in Virtual Reality Software	#3 in Virtual Reality Software
Best for	Broad immersive learning and VR content authoring	Institutional science simulation programs
Pricing model	Paid	Paid
Starting price	$9/user/mo	Pricing on request
Free plan	—	—
Free trial	—	—
Deployment	Cloud, Self-hosted, Desktop, Mobile	Cloud
Platforms	Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android	Web
Support	Email, Tickets, Docs	Email, Live chat, Docs
Compliance	ISO 27001, GDPR, SSO/SAML	SOC 2, GDPR, 2FA
Integrations	17 integrations	5 integrations
Built for	Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise	Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features ThingLink 0/3 · Labster 0/3
WebXR support	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Multiplayer sessions	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Analytics dashboard	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Specs
Deployment model	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Authoring mode	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Headset support	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Maximum users	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Our review
Pros	Creates interactive image, video, 360-degree, 3D, AR, and VR content Scenario Builder adds questions, branching, scoring, and learner analytics Supports LMS/LTI 1.3, SSO, xAPI, and extensive education integrations	300+ interactive simulations span multiple science and STEM subjects Automatic grading, customizable quizzes and real-time student feedback Integrates with Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, D2L Brightspace and Schoology
Cons	No free plan is available SCORM export is not included Some tiers limit author seats or creator counts	Pricing is customized by program or institution No permanent free plan Designed for science learning rather than general-purpose VR
Our verdict	ThingLink is a cloud-based immersive content creation and learning platform for educators, trainers, businesses, and public-sector organizations. It turns images, video, 360-degree media, and 3D models into interactive lessons, virtual… Read the review →	Labster offers virtual science labs for high schools, colleges and universities. Its catalog spans biology, chemistry, physics, health sciences and related STEM courses, with interactive 3D scenarios and guided inquiry activities. Students… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• ThingLink — where it wins

  • Creates interactive image, video, 360-degree, 3D, AR, and VR content
  • Scenario Builder adds questions, branching, scoring, and learner analytics
  • Supports LMS/LTI 1.3, SSO, xAPI, and extensive education integrations

  Where it doesn't

  • No free plan is available
  • SCORM export is not included
  • Some tiers limit author seats or creator counts

• Labster — where it wins

  • 300+ interactive simulations span multiple science and STEM subjects
  • Automatic grading, customizable quizzes and real-time student feedback
  • Integrates with Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, D2L Brightspace and Schoology

  Where it doesn't

  • Pricing is customized by program or institution
  • No permanent free plan
  • Designed for science learning rather than general-purpose VR

• ThingLink8.7/10 · Paid

  A broad authoring suite for interactive lessons, simulations, tours, and VR learning.

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• Labster8.5/10 · Pricing on request

  A broad catalog of guided science simulations with LMS-linked assessment and instructor insights.

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