SciNote vs SimplerQMS

SciNote is a cloud-based electronic lab notebook for organizing research, managing lab inventory, and coordinating teams. Researchers can structure work as projects, experiments, and tasks, then attach notes, files, protocols, and results. Global search covers research data, and a report generator produces project reports. The platform supports protocol and SOP management, including imports from protocols.io, and provides a RESTful API with integrations such as Ganymede, Quartzy, Gilson Connect, ChemAxon Marvin, Microsoft Office, and Zebra label printers. Android and iOS apps support completing protocol steps, commenting, uploading files, and posting results. SciNote says its regulated-lab workflows include electronic signatures, audit trails, timestamps, and user roles and permissions for 21 CFR Part 11 support. Its Trust Center lists ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and SOC 2 Type 1 and Type 2 materials. The Free Plan is free for one user. Premium pricing requires a quote; installation can be cloud-based or on a local server.

SimplerQMS is a cloud-based electronic quality management system for life science organizations, including medical device, pharmaceutical, biotech, laboratory, and CRO/CMO companies. Its modules cover document control, change management, training, CAPA, audits, design control, supplier and equipment management, and risk management. The platform automates document reviews, approvals, and routing, and links records to support traceability. It provides electronic signatures and time-stamped audit logs that the company says comply with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and EU GMP Annex 11. Microsoft 365 integration lets users edit Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files and save them to the system; other listed integrations include ERP, CRM, PLM, and WMS, with an API for scripting environments. Single sign-on is available through Microsoft Entra ID and Google Workspace. Subscriptions include implementation, validation, migration, live training, hosting, templates, and 24/7 emergency phone support. A free Viewer license offers unlimited users read-only access. Starter costs $17,500 a year for up to 15 users; pricing for Team & Enterprise is by request.