# Castor vs OpenClinica Comparison

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is the difference between OpenClinica vs Castor?

Castor stands out for its higher user satisfaction, especially in ease of use and support, while OpenClinica is noted for its training resources and affordability.

| [OpenClinica](https://www.g2.com/products/openclinica/reviews) | [Castor](https://www.g2.com/products/castor-edc-castor/reviews) |
| --- | --- |
| 4.2/5 (24 reviews) | 4.6/5 (126 reviews) |
| Small-Business | Small-Business |
| 7.8 | 8.8 |
| 8.3 | 9.2 |
| SuperUser Training and affordability | Ease of use (5 all-time mentions) |



### How do the pricing models of OpenClinica and Castor compare?

Castor is rated higher for value, with reviewers expressing greater satisfaction with its pricing compared to OpenClinica.

- **OpenClinica:** Reviewers highlight affordability as a plus, with several noting cost-effectiveness and competitive pricing.
- **Castor:** In recent reviews, Castor is described as cost-effective and suitable for organizations with small research budgets, though some mention pricing could be improved.



### What are the best alternatives to OpenClinica and Castor?

The top three alternatives to OpenClinica and Castor are Medrio EDC, REDCap, and Medidata Rave.

| Product | G2 Rating (reviews) | Largest Segment | Pricing Insight | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [OpenClinica](https://www.g2.com/products/openclinica/reviews) | 4.2/5 (24 reviews) | Small-Business | Reviewers highlight affordability | SuperUser Training and affordability |
| [Castor](https://www.g2.com/products/castor-edc-castor/reviews) | 4.6/5 (126 reviews) | Small-Business | Cost-effective for small research budgets | Ease of use (5 all-time mentions) |
| [Medrio EDC](https://www.g2.com/products/medrio-edc/reviews) | 4.2/5 (254 reviews) | Small-Business | — | — |
| [REDCap](https://www.g2.com/products/redcap/reviews) | 4.3/5 (221 reviews) | Enterprise | — | — |
| [Medidata Rave](https://www.g2.com/products/medidata-rave/reviews) | 4.7/5 (27 reviews) | — | — | — |



### Which Electronic Data Capture (EDC) features should I prioritize when comparing OpenClinica and Castor?

Buyers should prioritize Ease of Use, Data Capture, Quality of Support, Ease of Setup, and Data Management when comparing OpenClinica and Castor.

- **Ease of Use:** OpenClinica 7.6, Castor 9.3, with Castor receiving 5 all-time mentions for ease of use.
- **Data Capture:** Both products are frequently cited for strong data capture capabilities in recent reviews.
- **Quality of Support:** OpenClinica 8.3, Castor 9.2.
- **Ease of Setup:** OpenClinica 7.8, Castor 8.8.
- **Data Management:** Castor has 2 all-time mentions for data management as a strength.



### What are the pros and cons of OpenClinica vs Castor?

Castor's headline strength is ease of use, while OpenClinica is recognized for its training resources and affordability.

- **OpenClinica strengths:** Reviewers highlight SuperUser Training, affordability, and user-friendly form creation.
- **OpenClinica trade-offs:** Some reviewers note a learning curve, limited mobile UX/UI, and less intuitive navigation.
- **Castor strengths:** Ease of use (5 all-time mentions), navigation ease (3 all-time mentions), data management (2 all-time mentions), and efficient setup.
- **Castor trade-offs:** Reviewers mention occasional slow performance, login timeouts, and some reporting limitations.



### Is OpenClinica or Castor better for small businesses?

Castor is the better fit for small businesses, with higher satisfaction scores and strong small-business reviewer sentiment.

- **OpenClinica:** Largest segment is Small-Business, with reviewers noting affordability and helpful training for small teams.
- **Castor:** Largest segment is Small-Business, with reviewers consistently praising ease of use, quick setup, and suitability for organizations with limited resources.



### Which Electronic Data Capture (EDC) platform has better integrations?

Neither OpenClinica nor Castor has recent reviewer-cited integrations.

- **OpenClinica:** No integrations mentioned in recent reviews.
- **Castor:** No integrations mentioned in recent reviews.



### How do OpenClinica and Castor compare on customer support?

Castor outperforms OpenClinica on Quality of Support by a material margin, with a 0.9-point higher score (Castor 9.2, OpenClinica 8.3).

- **OpenClinica:** Reviewers describe support as helpful and responsive, with several citing SuperUser Training as a valuable resource.
- **Castor:** Reviewers consistently praise Castor's support, noting quick response times and effective assistance, with multiple reviews rating support at the highest level.



### Which is easier to implement, OpenClinica or Castor?

Castor is easier to implement, with a 1.0-point higher Ease of Setup score (Castor 8.8, OpenClinica 7.8).

- **OpenClinica:** Reviewers note that setup is straightforward after initial training, but some mention a learning curve for coordinators.
- **Castor:** Reviewers consistently highlight quick and easy setup, with many describing the platform as intuitive and requiring minimal training.



### Which product has better Data Capture?

Castor is favored for Data Capture, with higher satisfaction scores and more frequent reviewer praise.

- **OpenClinica:** Data Capture is frequently cited as a core benefit in recent reviews, with reviewers noting its effectiveness for clinical trials and observational studies.
- **Castor:** Data Capture is a standout feature, with reviewers consistently praising its structured format, ease of use, and clear data input; Castor holds a 9.3 Ease of Use score and 5 all-time mentions for ease of use.



| | Castor | OpenClinica | 
|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.6 out of 5 | 4.2 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 126 | 24 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (48.8% of reviews) | Small-Business (45.8% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | No pricing available | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### Castor

Pros:
- Ease of Use (5 reviews)
- Navigation Ease (3 reviews)

Cons:
- Data Management Issues (1 reviews)
- Inadequate Reporting (1 reviews)

### OpenClinica

**Not enough data**

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Castor | OpenClinica | 
|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 9.1 (113 reviews) | 8.6 (16 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 9.3 (116 reviews) | 7.6 (16 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 8.8 (42 reviews) | 7.8 (9 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 9.3 (32 reviews) | 8.5 (9 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 9.2 (100 reviews) | 8.3 (12 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 9.3 (30 reviews) | 8.8 (7 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 9.5 (115 reviews) | 8.3 (14 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### Castor

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

Yes

### OpenClinica

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Electronic Data Capture (EDC)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Castor** | 9.1/10 | 97 |
| **OpenClinica** | 8.0/10 | 9 |

#### Data Management

| Feature | Castor | OpenClinica | 
|---|---|---|
| **Cloud Security - Electronic Data Capture (EDC)** | 9.2 (93 reviews) | 8.9 (6 reviews) | 
| **Role-Based User Permissions - Electronic Data Capture (EDC)** | 9.3 (95 reviews) | 7.1 (8 reviews) | 
| **Query Management - Electronic Data Capture (EDC)** | 8.8 (91 reviews) | 7.6 (9 reviews) | 
| **Data Export - Electronic Data Capture (EDC)** | 8.8 (88 reviews) | 6.1 (6 reviews) | 
| **Data Import/Export** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Workflow Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Compliance Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Clinical Study Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Audit Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Forms Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Storage Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Access Controls/Permissions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Clinical Study Support

| Feature | Castor | OpenClinica | 
|---|---|---|
| **eCRFs - Electronic Data Capture (EDC)** | 9.2 (93 reviews) | 8.8 (8 reviews) | 
| **Audit Trail - Electronic Data Capture (EDC)** | 8.9 (91 reviews) | 8.1 (8 reviews) | 
| **Data Capture - Electronic Data Capture (EDC)** | 9.4 (91 reviews) | 8.7 (9 reviews) | 
| **Randomization - Electronic Data Capture (EDC)** | 8.8 (88 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Compliance - Electronic Data Capture (EDC)** | 9.1 (90 reviews) | 8.3 (6 reviews) | 
| **Real-Time Data** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Remote Data Capture** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Distributed Capture** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Additional Functionality

| Feature | Castor | OpenClinica | 
|---|---|---|
| **Secure Data Storage** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Alerts/Notifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Web Forms** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Approval Process Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Configurable Workflow** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Reporting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Electronic Signature** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Third-Party Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drag & Drop** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Offline Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Branding** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Generative AI** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Imaging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Fields** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Copilot** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Forms** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Storage** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Capture and Transfer** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Visualization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Synchronization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Verification** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **HIPAA Compliant** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Reports** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Audit Trail** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting/Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Templates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Document Classification** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Extraction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **API** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Digital Signature** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Activity Dashboard** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-Language** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

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## Categories
**Shared Categories (1):** [Electronic Data Capture (EDC) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/electronic-data-capture-edc)




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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Castor | OpenClinica | 
|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 48.8% | 45.8% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 16.0% | 29.2% | 
| **Enterprise** | 35.2% | 25.0% | 

### By Industry

#### Castor

- **Hospital & Health Care:** 48.0%
- **Research:** 20.8%
- **Medical Practice:** 12.0%
- **Health, Wellness and Fitness:** 6.4%
- **Medical Devices:** 4.0%
- **Biotechnology:** 3.2%
- **Consulting:** 1.6%
- **Veterinary:** 1.6%
- **Mental Health Care:** 0.8%
- **Marketing and Advertising:** 0.8%
- **Other:** 0.8%

#### OpenClinica

- **Research:** 45.8%
- **Pharmaceuticals:** 12.5%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 12.5%
- **Computer Software:** 12.5%
- **Biotechnology:** 8.3%
- **Medical Devices:** 4.2%
- **Accounting:** 4.2%

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## Alternatives

### Alternatives to Castor

- [Medrio EDC](https://www.g2.com/products/medrio-edc/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (254 reviews)
- [REDCap](https://www.g2.com/products/redcap/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (221 reviews)
- [Medidata Rave](https://www.g2.com/products/medidata-rave/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (27 reviews)
- [Viedoc](https://www.g2.com/products/viedoc/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (278 reviews)
- [Clinical Research Suite](https://www.g2.com/products/clinical-research-suite/reviews) — 3.8/5 stars (205 reviews)
- [Oracle Clinical](https://www.g2.com/products/oracle-clinical/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (29 reviews)
- [Greenlight Guru Clinical](https://www.g2.com/products/greenlight-guru-clinical/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (129 reviews)
- [TrialKit](https://www.g2.com/products/trialkit/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (27 reviews)
- [cubeCDMS](https://www.g2.com/products/cubecdms/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (186 reviews)
- [Clinion EDC](https://www.g2.com/products/clinion-edc/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (50 reviews)

### Alternatives to OpenClinica

- [REDCap](https://www.g2.com/products/redcap/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (221 reviews)
- [Medidata Rave](https://www.g2.com/products/medidata-rave/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (27 reviews)
- [Medrio EDC](https://www.g2.com/products/medrio-edc/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (254 reviews)
- [Viedoc](https://www.g2.com/products/viedoc/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (278 reviews)
- [Oracle Clinical](https://www.g2.com/products/oracle-clinical/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (29 reviews)
- [Clinical Research Suite](https://www.g2.com/products/clinical-research-suite/reviews) — 3.8/5 stars (205 reviews)
- [cubeCDMS](https://www.g2.com/products/cubecdms/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (186 reviews)
- [Greenlight Guru Clinical](https://www.g2.com/products/greenlight-guru-clinical/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (129 reviews)
- [TrialKit](https://www.g2.com/products/trialkit/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (27 reviews)
- [Zelta](https://www.g2.com/products/merative-zelta/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (3 reviews)

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## Top Discussions

### Castor

No discussions available for this product.

### OpenClinica

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/castor-edc-castor-vs-openclinica)