Bruker SPR Tools vs Mentalab Explore
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Bruker SPR Tools
This application aids in the planning and execution of biosensor assays using Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) technology. It provides real-time monitoring of molecular binding interactions for label-free detection.
- Plan biosensor assays
- Execute biosensor assays
- Real-time binding interaction monitoring
- Label-free detection
- Optical-based technology
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Surface plasmon resonance (SPR) is an optical-based, label-free detection technology for real-time monitoring of binding interactions between two or more molecules. This app helps you to plan and execute your next biosensor assay.
Mentalab Explore
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Mentalab Explore Pro App: Neurophysiology research made easy. The Mentalab Explore Pro app is designed to connect with your Mentalab Explore Pro device with ease and access essential features for monitoring and recording data. Whether you’re in research, education, or industry, this app provides an intuitive gateway to work with physiological data. This app is not intended for medical diagnosis or treatment. Key Features: Bluetooth Connection Easily connect to your Explore Pro device via Bluetooth for a reliable, wireless setup. Impedance Check Assess electrode impedance to ensure clear, high-quality data collection. Live ExG Data Monitoring View ExG (Electrophysiological) data in real time, including EEG and EMG, right on your device. Raw Data Recording LSL streaming Record ExG data in open file formats that integrate seamlessly with your existing analysis tools. Device Monitoring Check device temperature and battery levels at a glance to keep your sessions smooth. Montage Settings Customize and set up montages to suit your data collection needs. Data Filtering and Configuration Apply filters and configure ExG data to get the clearest results possible. Need Support? If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out at: https://mentalab.com/contact Note: The Mentalab Explore Pro app and hardware are intended strictly for research, educational, and non-medical applications.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Mentalab Explore at every 3 months against Bruker SPR Tools's every 39 months. Bruker SPR Tools's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). 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.
Bruker SPR Tools ships an update every 39 months, Mentalab Explore every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Bruker SPR Tools | Mentalab Explore |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 39 months | Every 3 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 31 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Bruker Daltonik GmbH | Mentalab GmbH |
In-app purchases
Bruker SPR Tools
No in-app purchases
Mentalab Explore
No in-app purchases









