Comparison

myStarlims vs Laima

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

myStarlims

Access your STARLIMS Laboratory Information Management System on your iPhone or iPad. Perform tasks on the go, view KPIs, approve results, and enter data remotely to boost productivity and efficiency in your lab.

Highlights
  • Access STARLIMS LIMS on iPhone/iPad
  • View real-time KPIs
  • Approve results remotely
  • Scan barcodes with camera
  • Upload photos to LIMS
  • Record GPS location data
  • Enter LIMS data on the go
Read full description

***FOR STARLIMS TECHNOLOGY RUNTIME VERSIONS 11.0.30 and higher. This app allows Abbott Informatics customers to access their STARLIMS Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) from an iPhone or iPad, with the ability to perform tasks on the go thereby increasing productivity and efficiency. More and more people need to access LIMS outside of the lab. With the STARLIMS app, our customers can empower their employees to securely access their LIMS data on the go. The Right Screen for the Task Some tasks are performed more efficiently and productively on devices other than desktop PCs. By using the iPhone or iPad to connect to STARLIMS, customer can easily perform tasks such as view key performance indicators, approve results, view status reports and more, so they can make decisions and take action quickly. Key Features include: - Store the URL of your local STARLIMS installation. - Use the camera to scan barcodes and query STARLIMS to retrieve data. - Use the camera to take photographs and upload them to STARLIMS. - Access the GPS to record location data information when required. - Enter data into your LIMS on the go. - View real-time Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) relating to the performance of your laboratory. The app requires a URL to an existing STARLIMS Server and user credentials. ***This version of the Starlims mobile app will be supported for STARLIMS Technology versions 11.0.30 and higher.

About

Laima

Features
Read full description

Laima - Laboratory Inventory Manager Manage your laboratory or biotech company's inventory effortlessly with the Laima app. Our app transforms your iOS device into a powerful, mobile inventory management tool, designed to work in perfect sync with your BioTech ERP system. Key Features: 1. Instant QR Code Scanning: Use your device's camera for quick and efficient QR code scanning. Update inventory counts, consume items, and even access detailed product information in seconds, all by simply scanning a QR code. 2. Real-Time Updates: Get up-to-the-minute inventory data at your fingertips. Every scan updates your ERP system in real-time, ensuring you always have the most accurate information. 3. On-the-Go Consumption Reporting: Consuming items has never been easier. Just scan and confirm, and the app will update your ERP system immediately. Avoid stock-outs and maintain accurate records, all from your mobile device. 4. User-Friendly Design: Navigate the app with ease, thanks to its clean, intuitive interface. It's designed to make inventory management as straightforward and hassle-free as possible. 5. Secure and Reliable: Rest assured knowing your data is safe. The app features robust security measures and automatic data syncing, ensuring your information is always protected and up-to-date. 6. 24/7 Availability: Access your inventory data anytime, anywhere. With the Laima app, your critical inventory data is always just a few taps away. Elevate your inventory management to the next level with the Laima app. Download today and revolutionize the way you manage your biotech or laboratory

Screenshots

myStarlims4 screens
Laima4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Laima at every 2 months against myStarlims's every 11 months. myStarlims's advantage is iOS requirement (6.0 vs 16.1). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

myStarlims ships an update every 11 months, Laima every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
myStarlims versus Laima: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametermyStarlimsLaima
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS6.0 — better16.1
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAbbottCleanbit, MB

In-app purchases

None

myStarlims

No in-app purchases

None

Laima

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is myStarlims free?
myStarlims is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Laima free?
Laima is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do myStarlims or Laima have ads?
Neither myStarlims nor Laima shows ads.
Which is updated more often, myStarlims or Laima?
myStarlims ships an update every 11 months, and Laima every 2 months. Most recently, myStarlims was updated on November 1, 2026 and Laima on November 4, 2026.

Other comparisons