Track reagents, manage stock levels, and log equipment in an AI-powered system built with AI to fit your lab's medical workflows.




Customize your setup with the exact steps and views your lab team needs. Add features as research processes evolve—no coding required.






Connect research databases, vendor files, and spreadsheets with real-time sync—or manage everything in Softr Databases. Create one source of truth for your lab supplies.
Give each researcher and lab manager the right tools and access. Set up secure logins and granular permissions—no IT support or dev work needed.
Give lab technicians, principal investigators, and assistants tailored dashboards, so each role sees just the inventory and logs they need.
Give lab technicians, principal investigators, and assistants tailored dashboards, so each role sees just the inventory and logs they need.
Streamline your lab operations with Softr Workflows. Trigger reorder alerts or maintenance reminders based on stock changes to keep research running.
Access and update your lab inventory records while at the bench. All inventory apps are mobile-ready out of the box for easy scanning.
Use Google, email, or SSO logins to give your medical or research team fast, secure access to inventory data—no IT tickets needed.
Keep sensitive research data safe with SOC2 and GDPR compliance, plus fine-tuned access control to stay compliant with lab security protocols.
No more one-size-fits-all tools or costly custom builds. Softr is easy to use and fully customizable, so you can launch faster, adapt as you grow, and skip the complexity of traditional software.

Build your lab inventory tool in minutes with AI—no manual configuration or developer time needed.

Add features like reagent tracking, maintenance logs, or request approvals as your research needs evolve.

Start with lab inventory, then add equipment dashboards or staff forms—all in one place with no extra tools.
Co-build with AI
Simply describe what you need. Let Softr handle everything - Interface, database, workflows.
Iterate with AI or visually
Control most critical parts of your app yourself - roles, permissions, security.
Ship the same day
Invite team members or external clients and partners right away. No developer handover.
Use drag-and-drop blocks to build a portal that looks sleek and modern out of the box. Add only the features you need, and iterate as your workflows evolve.




Free lab inventory software is a secure, digital system where lab managers and researchers can track reagents, equipment, samples, and consumables. It replaces manual logs and messy spreadsheets by centralizing stock levels, location tracking, and expiration dates in one place. This ensures that lab staff always know what is in stock and where to find it, preventing experiment delays and reducing wasted budget on duplicate orders.
Softr is the first AI-native platform for building business software, making it ideal for creating lab inventory software tailored to your specific research environment. You can describe your storage needs—such as freezer layouts or chemical safety requirements—to the AI Co-Builder to instantly generate your database, tracking pages, and inventory logic, all fully connected and secure.
You don't need to be a developer to build this. You can start with AI, use a pre-built inventory template, or build from scratch. Everything runs on Softr Databases, or you can link existing data from Google Sheets or Airtable. You have total control to brand the interface, set precise permissions for who can edit stock levels, and adjust the layout as your lab expands. It is the fastest way to get a professional-grade inventory system running without the high costs of specialized scientific software.
You can include a wide range of features in your lab inventory software to streamline your scientific workflow. A high-performing lab app usually combines core tracking blocks with AI-powered intelligence:
- AI-Powered Intelligence – Use Ask AI to let researchers query stock levels via chat, or set up Database AI Agents to automatically summarize safety data sheets (SDS) or predict when reagents will run out.
- Vibe Coding Blocks – Build custom UI elements—like an interactive freezer map or visual chemical structure viewer—using the AI Code block to "vibe code" exactly what your lab needs.
- Softr Workflows – Set up native automations that trigger low-stock alerts or notify the procurement officer when a reagent passes its expiration date.
- User Portals & Logins – Securely manage access so students can only view inventory while senior researchers can approve orders and edit records.
- Forms & Data Collection – Log new shipments instantly with custom forms, barcode scanning capabilities, and file uploads for certificates of analysis.
- Dashboards & Charts – Visualize your lab spending and usage trends with real-time charts and inventory summaries.
- Lists & Advanced Filtering – Manage thousands of items with searchable tables, storage location filters, and status tags (e.g., 'In Use' or 'Requires Reorder').
Everything is built using Softr’s drag-and-drop blocks, and if your lab protocols change, you can update the app in seconds.
Vibe coding allows you to build sophisticated lab tools rapidly by using AI to interpret your research requirements. You can "vibe code" your lab inventory software in Softr by simply describing how you want to track items—like requiring a lot number and hazardous material tag for every entry. Softr then generates a production-ready inventory app on top of a stable, secure foundation.
While other tools generate unstable code that requires a developer to fix, Softr handles the foundational elements—like user authentication for lab staff and secure data storage—natively. This gives you the custom functionality of specialized lab software without the maintenance burden of raw code. You describe your inventory logic, Softr builds it, and your lab team can start logging samples immediately.
Yes. You can manage multiple lab sites, different storage rooms, or separate research groups within a single inventory portal. Using Softr's permission levels, researchers only see the supplies and equipment assigned to their specific project or location. This is perfect for university departments or shared lab spaces where multiple stakeholders need to track assets independently.
Yes, you can. You don't need an existing database to start building with Softr. If you are moving away from paper logs or just starting a new lab, you can use Softr Databases. It is built directly into the platform and is designed to handle relational data like linking specific reagents to their respective vendors and storage locations.
Of course, if you already have stock lists in Airtable, Google Sheets, or Excel, you can connect those in seconds. You can even use the REST API to pull in data from lab equipment or external procurement systems. You have total control over how your inventory is structured and displayed.
Softr Databases is the recommended choice for lab inventory software. As a native data source, it offers high performance, instant automation triggers (like reorder alerts), and the fastest mobile experience for checking stock on the go.
If your data is currently hosted elsewhere, Softr connects to 17+ external sources including Airtable, Google Sheets, HubSpot, and SQL databases. You can even combine sources—for example, storing your daily chemical inventory in Softr Databases while pulling vendor contact info from HubSpot. Most sources support two-way sync, so updating a bottle's volume in the app updates your master database automatically.
Yes, Softr gives you granular control over the user experience within your lab inventory portal. You can customize the dashboard, search filters, and navigation to fit your lab's specific SOPs. Every page or data block can be restricted based on the logged-in user's role.
For instance, you can create a 'Lab Manager' role that can perform stock takes and delete records, while a 'Student' role can only browse inventory and submit requests for new supplies. You can also create personalized views so researchers only see the chemicals and tools relevant to their specific experiments. This ensures your inventory data stays clean, secure, and easy to navigate for everyone.
Yes, you can fully white-label your lab inventory system. You can add your lab logo, use your university or company colors, and host the app on a custom domain (e.g., inventory.yourlab.com). By removing Softr branding, you create a professional internal tool that feels like a custom-built solution for your research team.
Yes, you can. Softr provides total flexibility over the design of your inventory management system. You can adjust the visual theme to match your institution and arrange the layout to prioritize the information your staff needs most during a busy lab session.
To organize your inventory, you can use specialized blocks:
- Table blocks – for dense lists of reagents, lot numbers, and expiration dates.
- Card blocks – to show visual galleries of lab equipment or specialized tools.
- Detail View – to display full safety profiles and usage history for a single chemical.
- Forms – for checking items in or out and logging new stock deliveries.
- Charts – to monitor monthly spend on consumables or equipment utilization rates.
- Calendar blocks – to track maintenance schedules for centrifuges or PCR machines.
The visual builder makes it easy to drag-and-drop these elements and update them as your lab's needs evolve.
Softr is built with enterprise-grade security to protect sensitive research data. All information is encrypted in transit and at rest, and apps are hosted on reliable infrastructure. You retain full control over data visibility; you can set role-based permissions that prevent unauthorized users from seeing proprietary formulas or sensitive inventory locations.
For apps using Softr Databases, data is stored in a secure European environment (Germany) with SOC 2 Type II compliance. For those connecting to external sources like SQL or Airtable, Softr acts as a secure interface and does not store your records. This ensures you maintain compliance with institutional data policies while providing a user-friendly interface for your team.
The inventory system generated by Softr's AI is fully production-ready. While many AI tools merely generate 'vibe code' that breaks easily, Softr builds your lab software on a specialized, business-grade foundation.
We handle the essential 'boring' parts—like secure login, AWS hosting, and data permissions—natively. This eliminates the 'Day Two' problem where prototypes fail under real-world use. Your lab inventory app is secure, scalable for thousands of records, and ready for your researchers to use in live experiments from day one.
Softr is the first AI-native platform designed for business software. Unlike 'vibe coding' tools that provide unmanaged code, or traditional no-code tools that require hours of manual setup, Softr’s AI Co-Builder creates functional lab apps in minutes on a secure foundation.
The key advantage is the hybrid approach: use AI to generate the inventory structure and logic instantly, then use the visual editor for fine-tuning. You get the speed of AI combined with the reliability of built-in authentication and permissions. It is specifically designed for lab managers who need a custom software solution without needing a computer science degree.
Yes. Softr supports powerful native workflows and integrations to connect your lab inventory to your entire research stack. You can automate repetitive tasks like sending a Slack message when a critical reagent is low or syncing order requests with Stripe for payment.
Softr also supports REST API and webhooks, allowing you to connect to electronic lab notebooks (ELN), LIMS, or external vendor catalogs. Whether you need to trigger a reorder or sync data from a digital scale, you can build these automated workflows directly into your portal without writing a single line of code.
Describe your lab's needs. Softr's AI builds your inventory system in minutes. Get started free, no dev needed.