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# LabVantage vs Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software Comparison - What are their main differences?

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Reviews

**LabVantage** [

3.8/5(20)

](https://www.g2.com/products/labvantage/reviews#reviews)

**Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software** [

4.3/5(111)

](https://www.g2.com/products/thermo-scientific-samplemanager-lims-software/reviews#reviews)

Pricing

**LabVantage**
No pricing available

**Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software**
No pricing available

**Pricing Insights**
from reviews

Time to Implement

**LabVantage**
Not enough reviews yet

**Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software**
7 months

Based on 8 responses

Return on Investment

**LabVantage**
Not enough reviews yet

**Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software**
44 months

Based on 6 responses

Perceived Cost

**LabVantage**
Not enough reviews yet

**Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software**
$$$$$

Average Discount

**LabVantage**
Not enough reviews yet

**Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software**
Not enough reviews yet

Pros & Cons

**LabVantage**
[
API Integration (1)
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Automation (1)
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Complex Setup (1)
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Difficult Usability (1)
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**Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software**
Not enough data

Integrations

**LabVantage**
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**Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software**
Not enough data

Screenshots

**LabVantage**
No screenshot available

**Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software**
 ![Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software screenshot](https://images.g2crowd.com/cdn-cgi/image/width=600,height=600,fit=scale-down,format=auto,onerror=redirect,/https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/attachment/file/142098/Fig-11-ReviewAndApproval.png)

Ratings

Meets Requirements

**LabVantage**

8.9

8.912

**Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software**

8.6

8.686

Ease of Use

**LabVantage**

8.5

8.511

**Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software**

8.4

8.489

Ease of Setup

**LabVantage**

8.6

8.66

**Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software**

7.7

7.760

Ease of Admin

**LabVantage**

6.7

6.75

**Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software**

8.1

8.147

Quality of Support

**LabVantage**

7.4

7.412

**Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software**

8.7

8.787

Has the product been a good partner in doing business?

**LabVantage**

8.3

8.35

**Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software**

8.3

8.346

Product Direction (% positive)

**LabVantage**

8.2

8.213

**Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software**

7.5

7.585

Features

LIMS[Hide 66 FeaturesShow 66 Features](javascript:void(0);)

8.2

8

8.1

55

Lab Informatics

Instrument Management

8.0(tied score)

5

8.0(tied score)

52

Workflow Management

6.7

5

8.6(won by 1.9)

47

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

ELN Support

Not enough data

8.2(won by default)

34

Billing Management

Not enough data

7.5(won by default)

33

Order Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Rules-Based Workflow

Not enough data

Not enough data

Configurable Workflow

Not enough data

Not enough data

Decision Support

Not enough data

Not enough data

Chain of Custody

Sample Management

8.3

5

8.7(won by 0.4)

47

Inventory Management

8.6(won by 0.6)

6

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

8.0

40

QA/QC

9.3(won by 1.0)

5

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

8.3

46

Data Warehouse

Not enough data

8.1(won by default)

41

Document Management

Not enough data

7.9(won by default)

38

Resource Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Storage Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Compliance Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Specimen Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Patient Records Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Quality Control Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Lab Order Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Agentic AI - LIMS

Autonomous Task Execution

Not enough data

Not enough data

Multi-step Planning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Cross-system Integration

Not enough data

Not enough data

Decision Making

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Lab Instruments Integration

Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

Electronic Laboratory Notebook

Not enough data

Not enough data

Audit Trail

Not enough data

Not enough data

Document Storage

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Capture and Transfer

Not enough data

Not enough data

Client Portal

Not enough data

Not enough data

Search/Filter

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Collaboration Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Barcode Printing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting/Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Reporting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Access Controls/Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Visualization

Not enough data

Not enough data

Role-Based Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Summary Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Fields

Not enough data

Not enough data

API

Not enough data

Not enough data

EDI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Electronic Signature

Not enough data

Not enough data

HIPAA Compliant

Not enough data

Not enough data

Quality Control

Not enough data

Not enough data

Barcode/Ticket Scanning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Inventory Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Approval Process Control

Not enough data

Not enough data

Certification of Analysis

Not enough data

Not enough data

Secure Data Storage

Not enough data

Not enough data

Quality Assurance

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting & Statistics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Import/Export

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Compliance Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Barcode Recognition

Not enough data

Not enough data

Barcoding/RFID

Not enough data

Not enough data

Patient Portal

Not enough data

Not enough data

Test Panels

Not enough data

Not enough data

Billing & Invoicing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN)[Hide 31 FeaturesShow 31 Features](javascript:void(0);)

Not enough data

9.0

17

Process

Data Storage

Not enough data

9.2(won by default)

16

Inventory Management

Not enough data

9.1(won by default)

16

Protocol Templates

Not enough data

8.7(won by default)

15

Intellectual Protection and Compliance

Not enough data

8.8(won by default)

15

Comprehensive Search Functionality

Not enough data

9.0(won by default)

16

Data Access Authorization

Not enough data

9.1(won by default)

16

Task Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Protocol/SOP Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Electronic Laboratory Notebook

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Compliance Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Project Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Sample Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Lab Information Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Barcode/Label Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Templates

Not enough data

Not enough data

Label Templates

Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

Project Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Import/Export

Not enough data

Not enough data

For Labs

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting/Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Lab Results

Not enough data

Not enough data

Access Controls/Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Mobile Signature Capture

Not enough data

Not enough data

Collaboration Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Role-Based Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

API

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Electronic Signature

Not enough data

Not enough data

File Sharing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Scientific Data Management System (SDMS)[Hide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features](javascript:void(0);)

Not enough data

9.0

17

Data Management

Document Management System

Not enough data

9.0(won by default)

16

Lab Systems Integration

Not enough data

8.9(won by default)

15

Operational Database

Not enough data

9.1(won by default)

15

Query and Search

Not enough data

9.3(won by default)

16

Audit Security

Not enough data

9.1(won by default)

15

Variety File Support

Not enough data

9.2(won by default)

16

Library Collections

Not enough data

8.8(won by default)

15

Metadata Management

Not enough data

8.6(won by default)

16

Agentic AI - Scientific Data Management System (SDMS)

Cross-system Integration

Not enough data

Not enough data

Decision Making

Not enough data

Not enough data

Show 1 feature category with incomplete data

Medical Lab[Hide 61 FeaturesShow 61 Features](javascript:void(0);)

Not enough data

Not enough data

Lab Management

Instrument Integration

Not enough data

Not enough data

Test Workflows

Not enough data

Not enough data

Order Processing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Specimen Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Staff Scheduling and Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Calibration Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Document Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Storage Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Inventory Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Compliance Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Template Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Lab Order Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Rules-Based Workflow

Not enough data

Not enough data

Configurable Workflow

Not enough data

Not enough data

Business Management

E-Commerce Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Multi-Site Support

Not enough data

Not enough data

Self Service Portal

Not enough data

Not enough data

Business Intelligence

Not enough data

Not enough data

Client Portal

Not enough data

Not enough data

Clinical Tools

Modality Support

Not enough data

Not enough data

Revenue Cycle Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

EMR/EHR Interface

Not enough data

Not enough data

Patient Billing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Audit Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Order Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Workflow Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Records Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Fax Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

Real-Time Data

Not enough data

Not enough data

Quality Control

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Import/Export

Not enough data

Not enough data

Barcode Printing

Not enough data

Not enough data

EMR/EHR

Not enough data

Not enough data

Audit Trail

Not enough data

Not enough data

Scheduling

Not enough data

Not enough data

Electronic Signature

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

Summary Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting & Statistics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Capture and Transfer

Not enough data

Not enough data

Secure Data Storage

Not enough data

Not enough data

Digital Signature

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customer Database

Not enough data

Not enough data

Test Panels

Not enough data

Not enough data

Document Storage

Not enough data

Not enough data

Alerts/Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Inventory Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Barcode/Ticket Scanning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Security

Not enough data

Not enough data

HIPAA Compliant

Not enough data

Not enough data

API

Not enough data

Not enough data

EDI

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Reporting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Barcoding/RFID

Not enough data

Not enough data

Quality Assurance

Not enough data

Not enough data

Approval Process Control

Not enough data

Not enough data

User Insights

Reviewers' Company Size

[![LabVantage](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/d243815031adc5f3ec95569c46a1d47b/labvantage.svg "LabVantage")](https://www.g2.com/products/labvantage/reviews)

LabVantage

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

23.5%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

47.1%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

29.4%

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Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

29.6%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

36.1%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

34.3%

Small-Business

(50 or fewer emp.)

23.5%

29.6%

Mid-Market

(51-1000 emp.)

47.1%

36.1%

Enterprise

(\> 1000 emp.)

29.4%

34.3%

Reviewers' Industry

[![LabVantage](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/d243815031adc5f3ec95569c46a1d47b/labvantage.svg "LabVantage")](https://www.g2.com/products/labvantage/reviews)
LabVantage

Pharmaceuticals

41.2%

Biotechnology

17.6%

Medical Devices

11.8%

Non-Profit Organization Management

5.9%

Mining & Metals

5.9%

Other

17.6%

[![Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_a8f4e0cd8251ea003159d7912013c2cd/thermo-scientific-samplemanager-lims-software.jpg "Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software")](https://www.g2.com/products/thermo-scientific-samplemanager-lims-software/reviews)
Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software

Pharmaceuticals

17.6%

Oil & Energy

10.2%

Hospital & Health Care

9.3%

Research

8.3%

Chemicals

8.3%

Other

46.3%

FAQs

## LabVantage vs Thermo Scientific... FAQs

Generated using AI

Last updated: August 14, 2026

### What is the difference between LabVantage vs Thermo Scientific...?

Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS stands out for higher reviewer satisfaction in overall rating and support, while LabVantage is noted for its extensibility and developer flexibility.

| | [LabVantage](https://www.g2.com/products/labvantage/reviews) | [Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS](https://www.g2.com/products/thermo-scientific-samplemanager-lims-software/reviews) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| G2 Rating (reviews) | 3.8/5 (20 reviews) | 4.3/5 (111 reviews) |
| Ease of Setup score | 8.6 | 7.7 |
| Quality of Support score | 7.4 | 8.7 |
| Top Reviewer-Cited Strength | Extensible SDK and custom integrations | User-friendly, comprehensive sample management |

### How do the pricing models of LabVantage and Thermo Scientific... compare?

Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS is rated as the stronger value by reviewers, with higher satisfaction on price and cost-related dimensions.

- **LabVantage:** In recent reviews, several reviewers mention that LabVantage is considered expensive and not easy to configure by users.
- **Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS:** Recent reviewers highlight that the software is money-saving and cost management could be improved, but overall, it is seen as a productive investment.

### What are the best alternatives to LabVantage and Thermo Scientific...?

The best alternatives to LabVantage and Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS are Labguru ELN LIMS, STARLIMS, and LabWare LIMS.

| Product | G2 Rating (reviews) | Largest Segment | Pricing Insight | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [LabVantage](https://www.g2.com/products/labvantage/reviews) | 3.8/5 (20 reviews) | — | Expensive, not easy to configure by user | Extensible SDK and custom integrations |
| [Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS](https://www.g2.com/products/thermo-scientific-samplemanager-lims-software/reviews) | 4.3/5 (111 reviews) | — | Money-saving, productive investment | User-friendly, comprehensive sample management |
| [Labguru ELN LIMS](https://www.g2.com/products/labguru-eln-lims/reviews) | 4.6/5 (165 reviews) | Small-Business | — | — |
| [STARLIMS](https://www.g2.com/products/starlims/reviews) | 4.5/5 (159 reviews) | Enterprise | — | — |
| [LabWare LIMS](https://www.g2.com/products/labware-lims/reviews) | 4.5/5 (102 reviews) | Mid-Market | — | — |

### Which LIMS features should I prioritize when comparing LabVantage and Thermo Scientific...?

Buyers comparing LabVantage and Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS should prioritize Sample Management, Ease of Setup, Quality of Support, Integrations, and Extensibility.

- **Sample Management:** Both products are frequently praised for robust sample management capabilities in recent reviews.
- **Ease of Setup:** LabVantage scores 8.6, Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS scores 7.7.
- **Quality of Support:** LabVantage scores 7.4, Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS scores 8.7.
- **Integrations:** LabVantage is cited for API integration and custom integrations (1 all-time mention); Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS is noted for compatibility with instruments and mobile access in recent reviews.
- **Extensibility:** LabVantage is highlighted for its extensible SDK and developer flexibility in recent reviews.

### What are the pros and cons of LabVantage vs Thermo Scientific...?

LabVantage's headline strength is extensibility and developer flexibility, while Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS is recognized for user-friendliness and comprehensive sample management.

- **LabVantage strengths:** Extensible SDK and robust custom integrations (recent reviews); flexibility and automation (1 all-time mention each).
- **LabVantage trade-offs:** Complex setup, difficult usability, slow performance, and slow processing (1 all-time mention each); considered expensive and not easy to configure by user in recent reviews.
- **Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS strengths:** User-friendly interface, comprehensive sample management, and productive investment (recent reviews); praised for compatibility with instruments and mobile access.
- **Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS trade-offs:** Initial setup complexity and need for more streamlined customization cited in recent reviews.

### Is LabVantage or Thermo Scientific... better for small businesses?

Labguru ELN LIMS is the top-rated alternative for small businesses, but between LabVantage and Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS, recent reviews indicate Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS is a better fit for small-business needs.

- **LabVantage:** No dominant small-business segment; recent reviews do not highlight small-business suitability.
- **Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS:** Recent reviews from small-business users praise its user-friendliness and productive investment for labs with limited resources.

### Which LIMS platform has better integrations?

LabVantage is favored for integrations due to explicit reviewer mentions of API and custom integration capabilities.

- **LabVantage:** API integration and custom integrations are cited in recent reviews (1 all-time mention each).
- **Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS:** Reviewers note compatibility with instruments and mobile access, but no explicit integration mention counts are provided.

### How do LabVantage and Thermo Scientific... compare on customer support?

Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS leads on Quality of Support with a 1.3-point advantage over LabVantage (8.7 vs 7.4).

- **LabVantage:** Reviewers describe support as generally good but note room for improvement, especially in customer service responsiveness.
- **Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS:** Reviewers consistently praise the support team for fast response and effective problem resolution.

### Which is easier to implement, LabVantage or Thermo Scientific...?

LabVantage is rated higher for Ease of Setup with a 0.9-point advantage (8.6 vs 7.7), though both products receive mixed feedback on implementation complexity.

- **LabVantage:** Reviewers mention a learning curve and complex setup, but also note that setup is manageable with training and support.
- **Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS:** Reviewers highlight initial setup complexity and the need for training, but also report that configuration becomes easier over time.

### Which product has better Sample Management?

Both LabVantage and Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS are highly rated for Sample Management, with Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS receiving more frequent and recent praise for comprehensive tracking and accessibility.

- **LabVantage:** Reviewers highlight robust sample management and organization features; sample management is a recurring theme in recent reviews.
- **Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS:** Reviewers consistently praise sample management, barcode/RFID tracking, and full traceability; recent reviews emphasize ease of access and comprehensive sample lifecycle management.

Alternatives

**LabVantage Alternatives**

 ![STARLIMS](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/a5b43bed1971055bb896dec1419b7b8b/starlims.svg "STARLIMS")

[
STARLIMS
](/products/starlims/reviews)

 ![LabWare LIMS](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/711dd5ab057fa8c3ee50f390aeb4203b/labware-lims.svg "LabWare LIMS")

[
LabWare LIMS
](/products/labware-lims/reviews)

 ![Benchling](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/aa184e955abc22f58d7b0479bf58a787/benchling.svg "Benchling")

[
Benchling
](/products/benchling/reviews)

 ![Labguru ELN LIMS](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/dbff11d170cfc13aa0f13116eed80ec8/labguru-eln-lims.svg "Labguru ELN LIMS")

[
Labguru ELN LIMS
](/products/labguru-eln-lims/reviews)

**Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software Alternatives**

 ![Labguru ELN LIMS](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/dbff11d170cfc13aa0f13116eed80ec8/labguru-eln-lims.svg "Labguru ELN LIMS")

[
Labguru ELN LIMS
](/products/labguru-eln-lims/reviews)

 ![STARLIMS](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/a5b43bed1971055bb896dec1419b7b8b/starlims.svg "STARLIMS")

[
STARLIMS
](/products/starlims/reviews)

 ![Benchling](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/aa184e955abc22f58d7b0479bf58a787/benchling.svg "Benchling")

[
Benchling
](/products/benchling/reviews)

 ![SciNote](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/e826209f1b5f9496ed268880b18558ed/scinote.svg "SciNote")

[
SciNote
](/products/scinote/reviews)

## LabVantage vs Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software

When assessing the two solutions, reviewers found LabVantage easier to use and set up. However, Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software is easier to administer. Reviewers agreed that both vendors make it equally easy to do business overall.

- Reviewers felt that LabVantage meets the needs of their business better than Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software.
- When comparing quality of ongoing product support, reviewers felt that Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software is the preferred option.
- For feature updates and roadmaps, our reviewers preferred the direction of LabVantage over Thermo Scientific SampleManager LIMS Software.