Labster
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What is Labster
Labster is a digital learning platform that provides interactive virtual laboratory simulations for science education. It is used by secondary and higher-education instructors to supplement or replace portions of in-person lab work, support pre-lab preparation, and enable remote or hybrid lab experiences. The product focuses on guided, scenario-based simulations with embedded questions and feedback, and it is typically deployed alongside an institution’s learning management system for assignment delivery and grading workflows.
Virtual lab simulation library
Labster offers a catalog of science-focused virtual lab simulations that cover common topics in biology, chemistry, and related disciplines. This supports institutions that need consistent lab experiences across sections or campuses. The simulation format can help standardize exposure to equipment, procedures, and safety concepts when physical lab access is limited.
Supports remote and hybrid labs
The platform is designed for use outside the physical lab, enabling students to complete lab activities from home or in computer labs. This can reduce scheduling constraints and provide make-up options when students miss in-person sessions. It also supports pre-lab practice so in-person time can focus on hands-on execution rather than first exposure.
LMS-friendly assignment workflows
Labster is commonly implemented as a complement to an existing digital learning environment rather than a replacement for it. Typical deployments integrate with learning management systems to distribute activities and capture completion or grades. This helps instructors keep course content, rosters, and assessment workflows centralized.
Not a full LMS
Labster focuses on lab simulations and does not provide the broad course management capabilities of a full learning management system. Institutions generally still require a separate platform for content organization, discussions, gradebook management, and broader instructional workflows. This can add administrative overhead when coordinating multiple tools.
Limited to simulation scope
Virtual simulations cannot fully replicate tactile skills, variability, and troubleshooting that occur in physical laboratories. Programs with accreditation or competency requirements may still need in-person lab components to assess hands-on technique. The value depends on how closely available simulations align with the curriculum and learning outcomes.
Cost and licensing complexity
Licensing is typically subscription-based and may be structured at the institution, course, or student level depending on the agreement. This can create budgeting and procurement complexity compared with general-purpose classroom tools. Student-paid access models can also introduce equity considerations if not institutionally funded.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Labster Explorer™ | $3,000 per year (approx. $5 per student/month based on 50 students) | Access to any 10 lab simulations; Available to 50 students; LMS integration; Unlimited play attempts; Learning supplements; Student engagement surveys; Automated grading; Online resource library; Credit-card purchase available in North America. |
| Labster Advanced | Contact sales | Everything in Explorer plus: Access to any 30 lab simulations; Available to ~100 students (customizable); Customer Success Manager; Personalized onboarding; Admin-level dashboards; Course mapping services; Bi-annual account reviews. |
| Labster Elite | Contact sales | Everything in Advanced plus: Access to 300+ lab simulations; Unlimited number of students; Dedicated account team; Customized insights; Product roadmap previews and early access to new sims; Account-level invoicing; Priority technical support. |
Seller details
Labster ApS
Copenhagen, Denmark
2011
Private
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