Gorilla: A Labvanced Alternative
While Labvanced provides a great platform for creating online studies, it may not cater to all the diverse needs of behavioural researchers. A university in Cambridge, UK, procured both Labvanced and Gorilla to use and test for two years. After these two years, the university selected Gorilla for ongoing use and discontinued Labvanced. Their main argument: Gorilla is more powerful, intuitive and better supported.
Gorilla provides a user-friendly, all-in-one platform for online behavioural research, with tools for surveys, reaction time tasks, multiplayer tasks, and more. It’s designed to be accessible to researchers of all skill levels, without needing a background in coding.
Gorilla not only exceeds Labvanced in offering the most sought-after features that behavioural researchers request, but also offers an easy-to-use platform, making the design and execution of behavioral experiments a smooth process. Plus, with its robust world-class-support team and regular live webinars, Gorilla ensures a seamless research experience for all.
Read on to learn more.
Compare the Features: Labvanced and Gorilla
Labvanced |
Gorilla |
|
---|---|---|
Surveys | ✅ |
✅ |
Reaction Time Tasks | ✅ |
✅ |
Game Builder | ❌ |
✅ |
Multiplayer | ✅ |
✅ |
Shop Builder | ❌ |
✅ |
What-you-see-is-what-you-get Interface | ✅ |
✅ |
Timing Validated | ❌ |
✅ |
Samples & Templates | ✅ |
✅ |
Open Material Repository | ❌ |
✅ |
Webinars | ❌ |
✅ |
Office Hours | ❌ |
✅ |
Launched In | 2018 |
2016 |
Development | Rarely |
Often |
Publications | 334 |
1280 |
The Nitty Gritty: Labvanced vs Gorilla
Features: Labvanced and Gorilla
Labvanced |
Gorilla |
|
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Example Questionnaire |
✅
|
✅
|
Collaborate with Users |
✅
|
✅
|
Restore Previous Versions (Version Control) |
❌
|
✅
|
Insert Images |
✅
|
✅
|
Insert Videos |
✅
|
✅
|
Insert Audio |
✅
|
✅
|
Ranking Widgets |
❌
|
✅
|
Date Entry Widget (with Conversion) |
❌
|
✅
|
Restricted Date Entry Widget (GDPR) |
✅
|
✅
|
Randomisation of Questions on Page |
✅
|
✅
|
Randomisation of Questions on Page (Except Top) |
✅
|
✅
|
Counterbalancing |
✅
|
✅
|
Embedded Data/Store/Carry Forward Choices |
❌
|
✅
|
Branching Based on Responses and Conditions |
✅
|
✅
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Add Custom Script |
✅
|
✅
|
Add Custom Scoring |
❌
|
✅
|
Optional Back Button |
✅
|
✅
|
Right-aligning specific text |
✅
|
✅
|
Change Text Size on Widgets |
❌
|
✅
|
Questionnaire Adjusts for Screen Sizes |
✅
|
✅
|
Browser Restrictions |
✅
|
✅
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Country Restrictions |
✅
|
✅
|
Automatic Time Out Exclusions |
✅
|
✅
|
Browser Information |
❌
|
✅
|
Monitor Information |
❌
|
✅
|
Device Information |
❌
|
✅
|
Total questionnaire Time |
✅
|
✅
|
Download Data from Incomplete Participants |
✅
|
✅
|
Upload to Shared Library (Open Materials) |
✅
|
✅
|
Support Desk |
✅
|
✅
|
GDPR-compliant |
✅
|
✅
|
The nittiest grittiest: Here’s our Questionnaire Builder 2 showcase featuring its components in detail.
Save time coding; have more time for science: Collecting high-quality data is easy with Gorilla
Labvanced may claim to have the “best-in-class” presentation timing based on theoretical papers, but these claims have yet to be substantiated in major comparison studies. In contrast, the commonly cited paper regarding reaction timings attest to the excellence of Gorilla’s technology.
This is a testament to Gorilla’s drive to continuously evolve — backed by a team of half a dozen engineers and research specialists. We’re committed to providing a platform that’s not just theoretically sound but proven in practice.
We ship updates and upgrades to our tools several times a year, outpacing our competitors. We’re not just maintaining the status quo; we’re setting new standards in online behavioral research.
When it comes to pricing, Gorilla offers a more cost-effective solution without compromising on features. Whether you’re an individual researcher or looking for a departmental license, Gorilla provides more value for your investment.
Don’t just settle; elevate your research to new heights with Gorilla. Sign up for free today and explore our intuitive task and experiment builder at your own pace.
Want to learn more? Join our next onboarding webinar for a comprehensive guide to all that Gorilla has to offer. You’ll see first-hand how our platform can help you take your own research online.
If you’re considering Gorilla for your lab or department, we’re here to help. Reach out to schedule a call with our team. We’d love to discuss how Gorilla can meet your specific needs and streamline your research process.