LabWare v6 vs MacOne
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LabWare v6
This mobile application extends the functionality of a laboratory information management system. It allows users to perform key LIMS tasks like sample login, receipt, test assignment, and result entry directly from their mobile device. It leverages native device features such as the camera and GPS for enhanced data capture.
- Sample Login and Receipt
- Test Assignment and Result Entry
- Data Reviewing and Reporting
- Instrument Management
- Camera for photos and barcode scanning
- GPS for location capture
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The LabWare Mobile app complements LabWare's Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) solution. The app is able to run customer defined workflows created using the LabWare LIMS Basic scripting language. This app can be used to perform typical LIMS functions such as: - Sample Login - Sample Receipt - Test Assignment - Result Entry - Data Reviewing - Reporting - Instrument Management - and more You can use the device's native capabilities, such as the camera for taking photos and as a barcode scanner. You can also use the device's GPS and navigation features to capture and display locations within the device's Maps application. The app can extend the use of a LabWare LIMS session by allowing the device to perform tasks, with data from the task immediately passed back to the LabWare LIMS session. LabWare Mobile requires connection to your company's LabWare server via WiFi or Cellular connectivity. LabWare Mobile - A World of Possibilities ®
MacOne
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The MacOne™ Customer Portal makes it easy to find, rent, and return equipment rentals from any device 24/7. Here are some of the Key Features you will find in this app: - Browse all MacAllister and Michigan Cat branch locations, contact information, and services provided at each location - Search through tons of industry related resources - Find MacAllister and Michigan Cat contacts for the various departments like Credit, Equipment Sales, Equipment Rentals, Parts & Service, etc. - Submit Quote Requests for Equipment Sales and Rentals - Browse our rental catalog and start a new rental request through our intuitive checkout process - Easily manage your equipment rentals by jobsite, PO, and more - Extend or return existing rentals easily - Add and update PO and Jobsite details - Add your owned equipment to the portal for a one-stop-shop experience - Request preventative maintenance, service or repairs on existing rental equipment and owned equipment - Manage services, resource allocations, and request submissions for your owned inventory - View and track individual equipment details like work orders, warranties, product link history and more
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: MacOne at every 2 months against LabWare v6's every 4 months. LabWare v6's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.7). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
LabWare v6 ships an update every 4 months, MacOne every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | LabWare v6 | MacOne |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.7 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | LabWare Holdings, Inc. | MacAllister Machinery |
In-app purchases
LabWare v6
No in-app purchases
MacOne
No in-app purchases
Questions
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