Chemotion ELN
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VisitChemotion ELN vs eLabFTW
What both publish
| Fact | Chemotion ELN | eLabFTW |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | Authentication options include database login and configurable third-party providers such as Shibboleth, OpenID Connect, ORCID, GitHub, and NFDI AAI; the page says database passwords are hashed. | The product site lists LDAP, SAML2, and two-factor authentication among its IT features. |
| Integrations | The ELN supports OpenStats and a TLC Image Annotation Tool as third-party applications. | Documented external integrations include PubChem, Bloxberg blockchain certification and Keeex timestamp processing. |
| Intended users | The project says the ELN was initially targeted at chemists and has attracted interest from other fields, particularly biochemistry. | The site says eLabFTW can be used by any type of lab or company, including chemistry, biology, physics, astronomy, and deep tech startups. |
| Security | The documentation says Chemotion passwords are encrypted and describes password hashing for database authentication. | The project describes static code analysis, dependency vulnerability scanning, container vulnerability scanning, and security practices to prevent SQL injection and XSS. |
Chemotion ELN plans
No prices published.
eLabFTW plans
- Self-hosted eLabFTWFree
- eLabFTW (self-hosted software)Free
- Training Session€470, paid once
- PRO Support€3,000 a year
- PRO Hosting 32€3,200 a year
- PRO Hosting Plus€4,985 a year
Pick Chemotion ELN if…
It is aimed initially at chemists and has also drawn interest from fields such as biochemistry. It may suit research groups or institutions that can host a web-based notebook and maintain its installation.
Pick eLabFTW if…
It suits research labs and companies that need to organize experiments, protocols, resources, and shared equipment. Self-hosting requires a systems administrator; managed hosting is recommended for people unfamiliar with server administration.