Is Lockbox Laboratory Testing System or GridMate: Inline Editing, Smart Related List & List View Grids, Multi Calendar cheaper?

Both Lockbox Laboratory Testing System and GridMate: Inline Editing, Smart Related List & List View Grids, Multi Calendar offer paid plans only. Lockbox Laboratory Testing System starts at paid; GridMate: Inline Editing, Smart Related List & List View Grids, Multi Calendar starts at paid. Compare the per-tier features in the Pricing section above before committing.

Which has better reviews, Lockbox Laboratory Testing System or GridMate: Inline Editing, Smart Related List & List View Grids, Multi Calendar?

Lockbox Laboratory Testing System (5.0★, 5 reviews) and GridMate: Inline Editing, Smart Related List & List View Grids, Multi Calendar (5.0★, 133 reviews) are essentially tied on rating. Look at review velocity and individual reviewer quotes — both visible on each app's detail page — to differentiate.

Should I choose Lockbox Laboratory Testing System or GridMate: Inline Editing, Smart Related List & List View Grids, Multi Calendar?

AppRanks cannot separate these two on rating — both sit at 5.0★. GridMate: Inline Editing, Smart Related List & List View Grids, Multi Calendar does carry the larger published review base (133 vs 5). Read both apps' detail pages for the feature breakdown and recent listing changes.

Which is faster to set up, Lockbox Laboratory Testing System or GridMate: Inline Editing, Smart Related List & List View Grids, Multi Calendar?

Both apps are one-click installs from the Salesforce AppExchange. GridMate: Inline Editing, Smart Related List & List View Grids, Multi Calendar has the deeper published review base (133 vs 5), which often — though not always — accompanies better-tested setup docs. AppRanks doesn't measure setup time directly: read the recent reviews on each app's detail page for user-reported install experience.

Which works better for small vs large Salesforce AppExchange admins?

Lockbox Laboratory Testing System typically suits early-stage and growth-mode teams based on its published review base (5 reviews). GridMate: Inline Editing, Smart Related List & List View Grids, Multi Calendar typically suits early-stage and growth-mode teams based on its published review base (133 reviews). A larger review base generally means the app has been exercised at scale — relevant if you are processing high volume or handling enterprise compliance requirements.

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Lockbox Laboratory vs GridMate: Inline — Salesforce

Lockbox Laboratory Testing System vs GridMate

Side-by-side comparison · 24 data points

Lockbox Laboratory Testing System

5.0·5reviews

Lockbox is the #1 rated lab management system built on the Salesforce platform for Life Science, R&D, NGS, and QC manufacturing labs. Track samples, execute protocols, manage inventory, and secure your data with the world’s most user-friendly LIMS.

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1. Listing metadata

Field-level data

	Lockbox Laboratory Testing System	GridMate
Tagline	“Lockbox is the #1 rated lab management system built on the Salesforce platform for Life Science, R&D, NGS, and QC manufacturing labs. Track samples, execute protocols, manage inventory, and secure your data with the world’s most user-friendly LIMS.”248 chars	“GridMate is an all-in-one productivity suite of 32 powerful Lightning components (grids, calendars, maps, kanban) designed to boost adoption, utilization, and productivity in Salesforce by enhancing the user experience and overcoming native limitations.”253 chars
Description	1199 / 2000 chars60% used	1199 / 2000 chars60% used
Screenshots	—	—
Languages	nlenfifrde+11 more	enfrdejazh_CN+1 more
Platforms	Salesforce	Salesforce
Developer	Third Wave Analytics

At a glance

8 metrics · auto-computed

Feature comparison between Lockbox Laboratory Testing System and GridMate: Inline Editing, Smart Related List & List View Grids, Multi Calendar
Metric	Lockbox Laboratory Testing System	GridMate: Inline Editing, Smart Related List & List View Grids, Multi Calendar
Rating	5.0 ★	5.0 ★
Total reviews	5	★ 133
Free plan	—	—
Pricing	paid	paid
Pricing tiers	1 tier	1 tier
Listed features	3	★ 9
Languages	16 supported	6 supported
Listed since	May 2015	Sep 2019

AppRanks verdict

Generated from live data on this page

The call

Lockbox Laboratory Testing System and GridMate: Inline Editing, Smart Related List & List View Grids, Multi Calendar are evenly matched on rating (5.0★ vs 5.0★) — the differentiator comes down to pricing fit, feature breadth, and which app's interaction pattern suits your team's workflow.

Pricing

Pricing entry tiers: Lockbox Laboratory Testing System at paid, GridMate: Inline Editing, Smart Related List & List View Grids, Multi Calendar at paid. Check each app's tier structure for the capacity limits you actually need before deciding — the headline number is the same shape, but the gating shape per tier (seats, usage volume, integrations) varies.

Review base

GridMate: Inline Editing, Smart Related List & List View Grids, Multi Calendar has the larger user base (133 reviews vs 5), which usually maps to broader integration coverage, faster bug-fix cadence, and a deeper bench of community workflow patterns. Lockbox Laboratory Testing System's smaller cohort can be an advantage for niche workflows where the bigger app has accumulated bloat.

Who should pick what

Recommended evaluation path: install both apps' free tiers (where available) and run them in parallel on a small cohort for 7-14 days before committing. The data tables below show the per-feature breakdown — for most admins the deciding factor will be a single integration or workflow detail that's hard to compare from listing pages alone.

How this is generated

This verdict is generated from the live marketplace data on this page — rating, review count, pricing tier, and category position all refresh from the canonical Salesforce AppExchange listing every 24 hours. AppRanks does not accept payment to influence comparison outcomes; the methodology is documented on the About page and applies identically to every pair on the site.

Read each app's audit: Lockbox Laboratory Testing System audit • GridMate: Inline Editing, Smart Related List & List View Grids, Multi Calendar audit

Listed	May 15, 2015	September 13, 2019

Last updated	—	—

3. Features

As listed by each developer

Lockbox Laboratory Testing System

Automate sample tracking, from accessioning, to testing, to result reporting.
Create a physician portal, allowing them to create requisitions, track sample progress, and review test results.
Track materials and supplies, manage stock, and automate re-ordering.

GridMate

GRIDS Unlock flexible grids that leverage your existing metadata including Related Lists, List Views, quick actions, and flows. Enjoy inline editing, mass actions, Excel-like functionality, filters, grouping, sorting, conditional coloring, and more.
MAP LIST Visualize and act on records with Google Maps in Salesforce. Plot standard/custom objects, filter by radius, apply conditional coloring, and run mass actions, all in one view. It's a powerful, affordable alternative to Salesforce Maps.
MULTI CALENDAR Streamline field service scheduling and beyond with a drag-and-drop calendar. Gain a horizontal, resource-based calendar view in Salesforce with filters, conditional coloring, and mass actions to plan, assign, and manage with clarity.
SINGLE CALENDAR Simplify appointment scheduling in Salesforce with a unified drag-and-drop calendar. This Salesforce calendar scheduling solution delivers real-time visibility with filters, color-coded events, and custom layouts for team alignment.
KANBAN BOARD Visualize pipelines, projects or cases with a customizable kanban board Salesforce teams love. Drag, drop, edit and run mass actions in real time. A smarter kanban Salesforce experience with stages, conditional coloring, and custom actions.
GANTT CHART Visualize projects with a Gantt chart Salesforce users trust. Create tasks, groups, and milestones inline, drag-and-drop to reschedule, link dependencies, and edit in place—making it the ultimate project management tool Salesforce teams need.
FILE EXPLORER Enhance Salesforce document management with seamless cloud integrations, dynamic views, and flexible permissions. GridMate File Explorer redefines Salesforce file management with bulk upload/download, cut-copy-paste, and in-app search.
...And many other components The GridMate suite also includes the Compact Calendar, Pivot Grid, List View Grid, Related List Grid, Report Table, List View Kanban, Object Timeline, Record App Switcher, Record Card, Record KPI, Chrome Extension, and more.
USE CASES • INDUSTRIES • TEAMS • CLOUDS GridMate supports 60+ use cases spanning data management, file and project management, scheduling, reporting, and more - built for every industry, any team, and all Salesforce Clouds with seamless adaptability.

5. Search rankings

Top 5 keywords · shared rankings prioritized

Keyword	Lockbox Laboratory Testing System	GridMate
inline editing	Not ranked	#1
view of	Not ranked	#1
data install free	Not ranked	#2
inventory data	#6	Not ranked
inventory and order	#12	Not ranked

7. App details

Long-form description · keyword frequency

Lockbox Laboratory Testing System

Sample Tracking • Accessioning, barcoding, and QC data management • Create sample records in bulk from your CSV sample manifest • Track sample lineage, create aliquot or derived samples and libraries • Add samples to plates or batches and assign to a workflow or protocol Protocol & Test Management • Configure in-spec and out-of-spec analyte thresholds • Configure workflow steps in protocols and procedures • Designate test results as reportable or non-reportable • Generate automatic test result PDF report upon CLS review Storage Management • Manage -80 freezers, Nitrogen tanks, and other storage units • Add samples to configurable boxes, record the position of each sample as it moves • Organize storage equipment by building, room, sub-location, shelves and racks • Automate calibration, preventive maintenance, and warranty expiration reminders Inventory Management • Track consumable and reagent usage • Easily create new inventory and mark inventory consumed via scanning • Automatically decrement inventory upon protocol completion • Maintain traceability with a customizable item and supplier master • Capture unit costs, ordering instructions, re-order amounts, and shipment details

Top keywords

sample5×3.16%
inventory4×2.53%
management4×2.53%
protocol3×1.90%
samples3×1.90%
storage3×1.90%
test3×1.90%
add2×1.27%
add samples2×1.27%
configure2×1.27%
track2×1.27%
upon2×1.27%

GridMate

GridMate redefines the Salesforce user experience. It provides a suite of components to simplify complex data management: - Inline create, edit & delete - Inline grids with inline record details - Multi copy-paste from CSV & Excel - Mass actions: -- Create, edit, delete -- Quick actions -- Emailing -- Approval -- Calling flow -- Sharing -- Assignment -- Lead conversion - Conditional coloring - Filtering & sorting - Columns freezing - User-defined filters - Aggregation handling - Export data grid to CSV & Excel - Related list as Accordion, Cards, Tabs - Multi Calendar - Grids for flows - Smart Grids - FieldSet Grids - Dynamic FieldSet Grids - Parent Related List Grid - Related List Grid - List View Grid - User Grids - Pivot Grids - Kanban Board - Gantt Chart - File Explorer Supports standard & custom objects on all Salesforce Clouds & Platforms. 👋🏻 Trialforce available for a test drive or contact us for a free demo. 👋🏻 Please install GridMate Extension unmanaged package to support quick actions👇🏼 Production: https://login.salesforce.com/packaging/installPackage.apexp?p0=04t3i000002nGle Sandbox: https://test.salesforce.com/packaging/installPackage.apexp?p0=04t3i000002nGle

Top keywords

--8×4.32%
grids7×3.78%
grid4×2.16%
list4×2.16%
salesforce4×2.16%
actions3×1.62%
inline3×1.62%
related3×1.62%

Lockbox Laboratory Testing System vs GridMate

Lockbox Laboratory Testing System

1. Listing metadata

GridMate

At a glance

AppRanks verdict

2. Pricing & plans

3. Features

4. Categories & rankings

5. Search rankings

6. Activity in the last 90 days

Lockbox Laboratory Testing System · 1 changes

GridMate · 3 changes

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Is Lockbox Laboratory Testing System or GridMate: Inline Editing, Smart Related List & List View Grids, Multi Calendar cheaper?

Which has better reviews, Lockbox Laboratory Testing System or GridMate: Inline Editing, Smart Related List & List View Grids, Multi Calendar?

Should I choose Lockbox Laboratory Testing System or GridMate: Inline Editing, Smart Related List & List View Grids, Multi Calendar?

Which is faster to set up, Lockbox Laboratory Testing System or GridMate: Inline Editing, Smart Related List & List View Grids, Multi Calendar?

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