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Dataiku vs Labster

Dataiku logo

Dataiku

Machine Learning & Data Science

Everyday AI, Extraordinary People

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Labster logo

Labster

Education & E-Learning

Virtual science labs for immersive learning

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Dataiku has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Dataiku no pricing is published at any tier, and the plans page carries no figures at all; Labster customization is limited and labs cannot be easily adapted to specific course learning outcomes
  • They diverge on capability: Dataiku covers Visual data prep, Labster covers Virtual simulations.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Dataiku and Labster actually diverge.

Attributes where Dataiku and Labster differ
AttributeDataikuLabster
Starting priceFreeOn request
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsLinux, Mac, Windows, WebWeb
CategoryMachine Learning & Data ScienceEducation & E-Learning
Founded20132011

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Dataiku

  • Visual data prep
  • AutoML
  • MLOps
  • Collaboration
  • Governence
  • Python
  • R
  • Spark

Only in Labster

  • Virtual simulations
  • 3D environments
  • Theory pages
  • Quizzes
  • Lab reports
  • Progress tracking
  • Mobile access
  • Multiplayer

Both cover

  • Web support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Dataiku

  • Building and deploying data science and machine learning pipelinesnot Labster
  • Giving analysts and data scientists a shared visual and code environmentnot Labster

Labster

  • Virtual labsnot Dataiku
  • Pre-lab preparationnot Dataiku
  • Supplemental learningnot Dataiku
  • Remote educationnot Dataiku

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Dataiku

  • No pricing is published at any tier, and the plans page carries no figures at all
  • User, row and compute limits are not stated, so nothing about scale can be assessed before contacting sales
  • Access begins with a demo request or a trial rather than a self serve signup

Labster

  • Customization is limited and labs cannot be easily adapted to specific course learning outcomes
  • Simulations can lag or freeze depending on operating system and connection speed
  • Cannot fully replace hands-on physical lab experience and data collection
  • Students report preference for tactile physical lab experience over virtual simulations

Pricing, plan by plan

Dataiku

Free
  • Free EditionFree
    • Single user
    • Core features
  • EnterpriseFree
    • Full platform
    • Collaboration
    • MLOps

Labster

On request
  • Student Access$49/month
    • Course simulations
    • Mobile access
    • Progress tracking
  • Institution$undefined/month
    • All simulations
    • LMS integration
    • Analytics
  • Enterprise$undefined/month
    • Custom content
    • API access
    • Priority support

Which should you pick?

Choose Dataiku if

  • You need visual data prep.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Linux, Mac, Windows, Web.
  • You also want automl.
Dataiku review

Choose Labster if

  • You need virtual simulations.
  • You also want 3d environments.
Labster review

Questions people ask

Is Dataiku or Labster better?
Neither clearly leads. Dataiku starts at Free and Labster at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Dataiku or Labster?
Dataiku has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Dataiku and On request for Labster.
Does Dataiku or Labster run on more platforms?
Dataiku runs on Linux, Mac, Windows, Web. Labster runs on Web.
Can I use Dataiku for free?
Yes. Dataiku has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Labster starts at On request.
What is Dataiku best used for?
Dataiku is most often used for building and deploying data science and machine learning pipelines, giving analysts and data scientists a shared visual and code environment. Of those, building and deploying data science and machine learning pipelines and giving analysts and data scientists a shared visual and code environment are not what Labster is typically brought in for.
What can Dataiku do that Labster cannot?
Dataiku covers Visual data prep, AutoML, MLOps, Collaboration. Labster covers Virtual simulations, 3D environments, Theory pages, Quizzes. Both handle Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Labster: What STEM subjects does Labster cover?

Labster provides interactive 3D simulations across biology, chemistry, physics, and other STEM subjects, designed for university, college, and high school students.

Labster: How many students has Labster served?

Labster has served over 6 million students and thousands of institutions globally with its virtual lab simulations.

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