LabExpert Alternatives

[illySRSCMAT]

Hi EduGeeks

 

For years, our science lab technicians have used database software called LabExpert to catalogue everything related to science lessons (chemicals, equipment) The software is out-of-date, but they don't want it updated, they want it replaced. I initially told them I'd build something for them but I simply don't have the time.

 

Does anyone know of an alternative? Cheap, or free? They won't settle for anything like a spreadsheet as they say that's too simple to cover their needs.

 

Any ideas would be very appreciated. Many Thanks

[mrhall]

LabLogger Is what we're using - seems pretty good....

[elsiegee40]

@Andrew_C ?

[p858snake]

I'm aware of, but not used SciList

[Andrew_C]

Lablogger is primarily for booking practicals / demos in a lab, against a teacher. It does have some stocktaking facilities, but I've not explored them as I only deal in discrete items, not grams of potions. For bookings it is very good, and only about £100 year. Free for the first, so well worth trying.

 

There is an active, and usually sensible, Facebook group - School Science Technicians.

You don't get too many - I need a car to carry 5 children" - "I've got a Micra, it's brilliant" type threads.

 

CLEAPPS might have suggestions - if your school subscribe, which is quite likely.

[illySRSCMAT]

Many thanks a bunch to all of you for all the suggestions!