ChemLab
7.1#8 in chemistry simulation software$33.99 one-timeiOSmacOSWindows
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Molecular Workbench
7.6#3 in chemistry simulation softwareFree planFree planWebLinuxmacOSWindows
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| Fact | ChemLab | Molecular Workbench |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | ChemLab integrates with the RasMol molecular viewer and includes an integrated Periodic Table application with a quiz. | Next-generation interactives can be shared or embedded in course sites, blogs, emails and learning-management systems. |
| Maker | The product page says Model ChemLab originated from academic work in computer simulation and software design at McMaster University. | Molecular Workbench is developed and maintained by the Concord Consortium. |
| Purpose | Model ChemLab is an interactive chemistry lab simulation with a lab notebook workspace for theory, procedures and student observations. | Molecular Workbench is a modeling tool for designing and conducting computational experiments across science. |
ChemLab plans
- ChemLab Standard v3.0 for Windows$33.99, paid once
- ChemLab Standard v5 (64-bit) for MacOS$33.99, paid once
- Model ChemLab Standard for iPad$33.99, paid once
- ChemLab Professional v3.0 (Instructor) for Windows$135, paid once
- ChemLab Professional v5 (64-bit) for MacOS$139.99, paid once
- Single Academic Pro + Five Students$275, paid once
Molecular Workbench plans
- Molecular WorkbenchFree
- Molecular Workbench FreeFree
Pick ChemLab if…
ChemLab is intended for high-school and college general chemistry students and instructors. Its simulations can support distance learning, demonstrations, pre-lab work, and lab run-throughs.
Pick Molecular Workbench if…
Molecular Workbench suits educators and instructional designers creating simulation-based science activities. It may also suit learners using interactive experiments across its listed science topics.