SDSReady vs VelocityEHS: SDS Management Compared
VelocityEHS (formerly MSDSonline) is an enterprise EHS platform with SDS management as one component. SDSReady is purpose-built for SDS compliance with a focus on simplicity and affordability.
| Feature | SDSReady | VelocityEHS |
|---|---|---|
| SDS Database Size | 50,000+ chemicals with GHS data from PubChem (NIH) | Large proprietary database |
| Pricing | Free tier available. Pro from $49/mo | Enterprise pricing (typically $2,000+/year) |
| Setup Time | Sign up and search in minutes. No sales call needed | Enterprise onboarding process, often weeks |
| Ease of Use | Simple, modern interface designed for non-technical users | Feature-rich but complex enterprise interface |
| Mobile Access | Responsive web app — works on any phone or tablet | Mobile app available |
| QR Code Generation | Built-in QR codes for chemical binders and locations | Available in some plans |
| Access Logging | Complete access audit trail included in Pro | Available in enterprise plans |
| Full EHS Platform | Focused on SDS compliance only | Complete EHS suite (incidents, audits, ergonomics, etc.) |
| Enterprise Features | Growing — multi-location, team management | Mature enterprise features, SSO, integrations |
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Pricing Comparison
SDSReady
Free forever tier. Pro at $49/mo, Business at $99/mo.
VelocityEHS
Enterprise pricing starting around $2,000+/year. No free tier. Sales call required.
SDSReady is ideal if you...
Small to mid-size businesses that need SDS compliance without enterprise complexity
Companies that want to get started immediately without a sales process
Businesses that need affordable, focused SDS management
Teams that value simplicity over feature breadth
Bottom Line
VelocityEHS is the right choice if you need a complete EHS platform with SDS as one component. SDSReady is the better choice if you want affordable, focused SDS compliance that you can start using today.
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