Alternative comparison
SoftMouse FREE alternative with a modern free tier.
SoftMouse FREE is attractive when cost is the blocker. ConductColony gives small labs a free path with browser-based workflows, import, QR cage cards, and upgrade room.
Where SoftMouse FREE fits
SoftMouse FREE gives labs a no-cost way to start evaluating mouse colony software. It is a useful comparison point for cost-sensitive academic groups.
Where ConductColony fits
ConductColony's free tier is built for first adoption: 5 users, 100 cages, spreadsheet import, cage cards, breeding, genotypes, and protocols in a modern browser app.
Feature comparison
Public-product comparison for labs deciding what to trial next.
| Feature | SoftMouse FREE | ConductColony |
|---|---|---|
| Free start | ||
| Free capacity | Check current offer | 5 users, 100 cages |
| Browser-based workflow | ||
| Modern mobile UI | Limited | |
| QR cage cards | ||
| Spreadsheet import | ||
| Breeding and genotypes | ||
| Best fit | Labs evaluating SoftMouse ecosystem | Labs wanting a fast free-to-paid path |
How to evaluate or switch
Export a CSV of animals, cages, genotypes, and breeding records.
Run the import readiness checker to catch missing IDs, sex values, dates, and cage assignments.
Start with the ConductColony free tier, validate the import, then add lab members.
Frequently asked questions
This page is focused on the free-product search intent. The main SoftMouse comparison covers broader product differences.
ConductColony's free signup path is designed for small labs to start evaluating with real data before upgrading.
Try ConductColony with your own colony data.
Start free, import a spreadsheet, and see cages, breeding, genotypes, and compliance in one workspace.