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QuantStudio 3 Real-Time PCR System

Thermo Fisher ScientificA28136Available: Worldwide

Intuitive and easy to use for all levels of experience. Now you can get up and running quickly with the Applied Biosystems QuantStudio 3 Real-Time PCR System, a simple and affordable real-time PCR solution designed for users with all levels of experience. Get connected to your data easier than before with a real-time PCR systems that offers an interactive touch screen and the option to choose Web browser-based software enabled…

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Average Rating 4.3

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It's an okay product, but far worse than similar machines on the market

 

Average Rating 3.0

Application Area:

qPCR Amplification of Bacterial/Microbial DNA

I think the product is relatively easy to use, but compared to its competitor (Biorad CFX 96), the interface to change the thermal cycling conditions is much harder to work with, and their proprietary software for analysis makes it extremely difficult to get the raw data (whereas the CFX96 outputs csv files). Also, the front loaded 96 well plate holder has given us issues using 8 strip tubes before since they can fall out and get stuck, and the top of the heating element gets so hot that it consistently melts our 8 strip tubes and has melted some of the plastic plate coverings before. And then if you need it calibrated then a tech needs to come out to do it for you instead of giving you the option to calibrate it yourself

Review Date: 23 Nov 2022 | Thermo Fisher Scientific

Extremely user-friendly qPCR machine

 

Average Rating 5.0

Application Area:

qPCR

ABI QuantStudio 3 is amazing - it's really easy to use, the interface is extremely user-friendly and intuitive. The results are accurate and the cherry on the cake is that you can use multiplexing (even though this particular machine supports only up to 3 multiplex probes, it's still enough for our applications). Tech support also went above and beyond helping me to design multiplexing experiments. Very satisfied!

Review Date: 6 Dec 2021 | Thermo Fisher Scientific

Best one out there, considering.

 

Average Rating 4.0

Application Area:

qPCR

Overall, great machine. Works well for our 96well format. Unfortunately, we have had it broken and fixed twice in the last two years - something with the touchscreen/general interface not working. Anything that needs to be fixed with this machine is very expensive - they basically make you purchase an assurance plan to cover the cost, then extra for any parts (sometimes) and they only last 1 year. We bought this machine to replace the Bio-Rad system we had that had similar repair issues. But even considering this, it still feels like the best option out there for us. And the service and repair team is great! Respond very fast and always end up giving us discounts or helping us out in some way!

Review Date: 23 Jul 2021 | Thermo Fisher Scientific

Good sensitivity and accuracy.

 

Average Rating 4.3

Application Area:

Real time gene expression analysis

This instrument is user-friendly with a high level of accuracy and precision of results. It is compatible with other brands' reagents (I experienced this, that's why I can say it!). Every high-end instrument needs maintenance. Researchers working in the field of molecular biology are very familiar with it. The only thing which needs taking care of, is its consumable requirement. It suits a specific type of reaction strip. As a user I'm very satisfied with the instrument!

Review Date: 21 Jul 2021 | Thermo Fisher Scientific

Good for PCR assays

 

Average Rating 5.0

Application Area:

Real time PCR assays

Great performance

Review Date: 25 Jun 2021 | Thermo Fisher Scientific

No substitute for DNA amplification with precision.

 

Average Rating 5.0

Application Area:

DNA amplification

These are sturdy, precise and reliable in terms of reporting human samples.

Review Date: 8 Feb 2021 | Thermo Fisher Scientific

Great to perform sex and mutant characterization!

 

Average Rating 3.7

Application Area:

Biotechnology

It allows the identification of multiple genes of interest.

Review Date: 13 Dec 2019 | Thermo Fisher Scientific

Good instrument!

 

Average Rating 4.3

Application Area:

Analysis of brain tissue

The instrument is easy to use and gives nice data.

Review Date: 14 Nov 2019 | Thermo Fisher Scientific

Get started quickly—The factory-calibrated system is delivered in a user-friendly package, enabling quick installation and immediate use.

Skip the learning curve—With preoptimized templates and an intuitive interface that requires minimal training, the QuantStudio Design and Analysis Software is available in desktop and Web browser-based format.

Helps save time with efficient experiment runs—Applied Biosystems™ VeriFlex™ technology offers 3 independent temperature zones for PCR optimization, and fast thermal cycling enables you to get results in as little as 30 minutes.

Results you can trust—Applied Biosystems™ OptiFlex™ technology with white LED and 4 coupled channels enables optimal well-to-well and instrument-to-instrument accuracy.

Get started with a limited budget—Get the modern industrial design and superior functionality you have come to know with the Applied Biosystems™ QuantStudio family of high-performance instruments. The QuantStudio 3 instrument is the perfect entry-level system and allows you to stretch your budget.

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