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Labster
Virtual science labs for immersive learning
As of 30 August 2026, Labster's pricing is not published; the vendor quotes on request. Labster provides virtual laboratory simulations that allow students to conduct experiments in a safe, risk-free environment. Softwr lists it under Education. Labster is made by Labster ApS, launched in 2011, available on Web.
Overview
What Labster does
Labster provides virtual laboratory simulations that allow students to conduct experiments in a safe, risk-free environment. With over 300 simulations covering biology, chemistry, physics, and engineering, Labster helps institutions overcome the challenges of traditional lab access while improving learning outcomes.
What people use it for
- Virtual labs
- Pre-lab preparation
- Supplemental learning
- Remote education
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Where it falls short
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- 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
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What people choose instead of Labster
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- LabstervsBlackboard
Blackboard: Enterprise LMS used by universities for course delivery and virtual learning, includes simulation capabilities but less specialized for STEM labs.
- LabstervsDataCamp
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Pricing
What Labster costs
Taken from the vendor's own pricing page. Prices move, so check before you buy.
Student Access
$49 /mo
- Course simulations
- Mobile access
- Progress tracking
Institution
On request
- All simulations
- LMS integration
- Analytics
- Support
Enterprise
On request
- Custom content
- API access
- Priority support
- Training
Capabilities
Features
Virtual simulations
3D environments
Theory pages
Quizzes
Lab reports
Progress tracking
Mobile access
Multiplayer
Canvas
Integration with Canvas
Blackboard
Integration with Blackboard
Moodle
Integration with Moodle
Brightspace
Integration with Brightspace
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Questions people ask
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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.
How many students has Labster served?
Labster has served over 6 million students and thousands of institutions globally with its virtual lab simulations.
Behind it
Who makes Labster
- Company
- Labster ApS
- Based in
- Copenhagen, Denmark
- Founders
- Mads Tvillinggaard Bonde, Michael Bodekaer Jensen
Timeline
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