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At a Glance
JabRef
JabRef
Star Rating
(12)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (75.0% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Sciwheel
Sciwheel
Star Rating
(48)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (47.5% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00
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AI Generated Summary
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  • Users report that JabRef excels in its integration with LaTeX, making it a preferred choice for researchers in fields that heavily utilize this typesetting system, while Sciwheel is noted for its seamless integration with Microsoft Word, which is beneficial for users who prefer a more traditional word processing environment.
  • Reviewers mention that JabRef's open-source nature allows for extensive customization and flexibility, which appeals to tech-savvy users, whereas Sciwheel's user-friendly interface is highlighted by users on G2 as being more accessible for those who may not be as technically inclined.
  • G2 users indicate that JabRef has a steeper learning curve due to its advanced features, but once mastered, it offers powerful bibliographic management capabilities, while Sciwheel is praised for its ease of use, with many users stating that they can quickly get started without extensive training.
  • Users say that JabRef's support quality is lower, with a score of 6.9, leading to some frustration among users who seek timely assistance, in contrast, Sciwheel's support is rated higher at 8.6, with reviewers mentioning prompt responses and helpful resources.
  • Reviewers mention that JabRef has a strong community backing, which provides a wealth of shared knowledge and resources, while Sciwheel users appreciate the regular updates and improvements, with a product direction score of 8.3 indicating a commitment to evolving the software based on user feedback.
  • Users on G2 report that JabRef's total number of reviews is lower, suggesting a smaller user base, which may impact the availability of community support, while Sciwheel's larger number of reviews indicates a more established presence in the market, providing users with a broader range of experiences to draw from.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
JabRef
No pricing available
Sciwheel
Basic
$0.00
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Free Trial
JabRef
No trial information available
Sciwheel
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.8
11
8.9
22
Ease of Use
9.8
11
8.8
22
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
Not enough data
Quality of Support
6.9
6
8.6
17
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
7.9
11
8.3
20
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
JabRef
JabRef
Sciwheel
Sciwheel
JabRef and Sciwheel are categorized as Reference Management
Unique Categories
JabRef
JabRef has no unique categories
Sciwheel
Sciwheel has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
JabRef
JabRef
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
8.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
16.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
75.0%
Sciwheel
Sciwheel
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
27.5%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
25.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
47.5%
Reviewers' Industry
JabRef
JabRef
Higher Education
41.7%
Research
16.7%
Internet
8.3%
Education Management
8.3%
Computer Software
8.3%
Other
16.7%
Sciwheel
Sciwheel
Research
34.1%
Higher Education
31.7%
Biotechnology
17.1%
Hospital & Health Care
7.3%
Education Management
7.3%
Other
2.4%
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Sciwheel
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Discussions
JabRef
JabRef Discussions
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Sciwheel
Sciwheel Discussions
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