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Strigo Alternative

Why leading teams choose CloudLabs over Strigo
for hands-on labs, technical training, and customer education

CloudLabs is a hands-on lab platform trusted by 500+ ISVs, enterprises, training providers, educational institutions, and cloud distributors to power technical training, customer education, product onboarding, interactive product demos, self-service trials, POCs, partner enablement, and certification programs.

Global teams trust CloudLabs to build and deliver browser-based, multi-cloud labs across Azure, AWS, Google Cloud, and Oracle Cloud. One can launch ready-to-deploy labs from our growing catalog of pre-built labs or customize their own.

Beyond hands-on lab delivery, CloudLabs combines AI-powered lab creation with CloudLabs Cosmos, instructor monitoring through Shadow VM, enterprise reporting and analytics, LMS integrations, cloud cost optimization controls, and end-to-end managed services enabling hands-on experiences at scale.

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CloudLabs redefining success

Most trusted lab provider for global ISVs, enterprises, educational institutions, & ed-tech companies of all sizes

  • Microsoft
  • Google
  • MIT
  • IBM
  • Accenture
  • Capgemini
  • Columbia University
  • Tech Mahindra
  • Infosys
  • University of Washington
  • Palo Alto Networks
  • Deakin University
  • Kyndryl
  • Cognizant
  • Databricks
  • Simplilearn
  • Datadog
  • Check Point
  • Seneca Polytechnic
  • Sophos
  • Red Hat
  • Udacity
  • Cloudera
  • BCIT
  • VMware
  • Trainocate
  • Axonius
  • Netskope
  • Barracuda

Trusted by enterprises, technology vendors, and global services organizations

  • 5M+

    Labs Provisioned

  • 1M+

    Participants Supported

  • 60+

    Technology Domains

  • 10+ Years

    Delivering Hands-On Learning and Assessment Experiences

CloudLabs vs Strigo

Why choose CloudLabs over Strigo?

A side-by-side look at the capabilities that matter most for hands-on labs, technical training, and customer education

Capability

Strigo
Hands-on Virtual Labs Deliver browser-based, interactive lab environments for technical learning, customer education, and software training.
Included
Included
Browser-Based Lab Access Launch pre-configured lab environments instantly from any modern browser without software installation.
Included
Included
Guided Hands-on Labs Deliver step-by-step instructions and contextual guidance alongside live lab environments.
Included
Included
Customer Education & Technical Onboarding Train customers, partners, and employees through structured hands-on learning experiences.
Included
Included
Embeddable Hands-on Labs Embed lab experiences into websites, documentation, customer portals, or LMS platforms.
Included
Included
Product Demos & Interactive Walkthroughs Deliver guided product experiences for onboarding, sales enablement, and product adoption.
Included
Included
Self-Service Product Trials & POC Environments Provide on-demand environments for product evaluations, free trials, and proof-of-concept deployments.
Included
Included
Multi-Cloud Hands-on Labs (Azure, AWS, GCP & Oracle) Deploy and manage hands-on labs across Azure, AWS, Google Cloud, Oracle Cloud, and private cloud infrastructure.
Included
Partial
AI Lab Builder Author, provision, and customize hands-on lab environments using AI-powered automation.
Included
Not Publicly Specified
Certification-Aligned Labs Deliver labs mapped to industry certifications and technical training programs.
Included
Partial
Microsoft Certification Labs Access Microsoft Official Curriculum (MOC) and Azure certification-ready lab environments.
Included
Not Publicly Specified
Skill Validation & Assessments Measure learner competency through practical assessments and hands-on exercises.
Included
Included
LMS Integration (LTI 1.1 & 1.3) Integrate with Canvas, Moodle, Blackboard, Brightspace, and other LMS platforms using LTI standards.
Included
Partial
Instructor Shadow VM Monitor learner environments in real time and provide over-the-shoulder assistance during live sessions.
Included
Partial
Advanced Reporting & Power BI Dashboards Track learner progress, lab usage, assessments, and cloud resource consumption through advanced dashboards and Power BI reporting.
Included
Partial
Cloud Cost Optimization Controls Reduce cloud costs with Auto Stop, Auto Delete, Idle Detection, scheduling, and automated usage management.
Included
Partial
Managed Lab Operations Outsource lab deployment, maintenance, monitoring, and operational management.
Included
Limited
GPU-Powered Labs Support AI, machine learning, data science, and other compute-intensive workloads with GPU-enabled environments.
Included
Partial
Credential Management Securely manage usernames, passwords, license keys, URLs, and learner-specific credentials throughout the lab lifecycle.
Included
Not Publicly Specified
Partner Enablement Features Support partner training with shared templates, delegated administration, and scalable enablement workflows.
Included
Partial
End-to-End Event Management Manage registrations, approvals, communications, live sessions, and labs for hackathons, workshops, and bootcamps.
Included
Partial
Global Security & Compliance Compliant with GDPR, ISO 27001:2022, SOC 2 Type II, FERPA, and COPPA.
Included
Partial

✓ = Publicly documented and verified | Partial = Capability exists but differs in scope or implementation | Limited = Capability exists with notable constraints | Not Publicly Specified = No publicly available documentation found to verify the capability | ✕ = No evidence of the capability was found in publicly available sources reviewed.

This comparison is based on publicly available information as of June 2026. Features and capabilities may vary. Please refer to the respective vendor websites for the latest details. Strigo and all associated logos, trademarks, service marks, and brand names are the property of their respective owners. Their use on this page is for identification and comparison purposes only and does not imply any affiliation, endorsement, sponsorship, or partnership between Strigo, CloudLabs, or Spektra Systems.

CloudLabs Key Capabilities

CloudLabs brings everything you need to create, deliver, and scale hands-on learning and product experiences from a single platform. From AI-powered lab authoring and multi-cloud infrastructure to instructor monitoring, advanced analytics, LMS integrations, and managed services, CloudLabs simplifies every stage of the hands-on experience lifecycle.

  • Browser-Based Access

    Deliver hands-on labs instantly through any modern web browser without requiring software installation, plugins, or device configuration.

  • Multi-Cloud Compatible Infrastructure

    Build and deliver product demos, technical training, cloud sandboxes, and hands-on labs across Azure, AWS, Google Cloud, and Oracle Cloud from a single platform.

  • AI Lab Builder – CloudLabs Cosmos

    Author, test, and manage AI-powered cloud labs from a unified workspace. Transform plain-English prompts into CloudLabs-ready lab bundles with generated infrastructure templates, lab guides, automation scripts, live portal verification, and AI-powered automation.

  • Customize Labs on Demand

    Create fully customized lab environments tailored to your products, technical training, certification programs, guided demos, self-paced trials, proof-of-concept engagements, and unique business workflows. CloudLabs experts design, build, and maintain every environment to meet your specific requirements.

  • White-Labeled & Embeddable Experiences

    Embed hands-on labs directly into your website, documentation, LMS, or CRM platform, delivering fully branded experiences on your own domain.

  • Instructor Monitoring with Shadow VM

    Support learners in real time with instructor visibility into active lab environments, enabling faster troubleshooting and guidance during workshops, technical training, onboarding, and enablement programs.

  • Hands-on Product Demos, Trials & POCs

    Create interactive product demos, guided evaluations, proof-of-concept environments, and self-service trials that help prospects experience your product before making a purchase decision.

  • Works with Your Existing Ecosystem

    Integrate seamlessly with your LMS, CRM, customer education platform, identity provider, and business applications. Supports Canvas, Moodle, Blackboard, Brightspace, and other learning platforms through LTI 1.1 and LTI 1.3.

  • Cost Optimization Controls

    Optimize cloud spending with Auto Stop VMs, Auto Delete VMs, Idle VM Detection, scheduling policies, and intelligent resource management.

  • Managed Services & Expert Support

    From environment design and deployment to ongoing operations, maintenance, and learner support, CloudLabs provides the expertise needed to launch and scale hands-on experiences with confidence.

Client Stories

Why Organizations Choose CloudLabs

Discover how CloudLabs helps organizations streamline lab operations, reduce manual effort, and deliver impactful hands-on experiences at scale.

"We are incredibly pleased with our experience using CloudLabs by Spektra Systems. Their responsiveness and support have been nothing short of outstanding. They demonstrated remarkable flexibility in accommodating our unique processes, resulting in a seamless and highly productive collaboration. Thanks to CloudLabs, we have successfully delivered Azure-related courses to a substantial number of students."

David Trinh

David Trinh

Academic Program Manager, Seneca Polytechnic

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AI Lab Builder

Explore CloudLabs Cosmos
AI Lab Builder

Author, test, and operate AI-powered cloud labs from a single workspace. Transform plain-English prompts into CloudLabs-ready lab bundles with generated infrastructure templates, lab guides, and automation scripts. Verify instructions against live cloud portals, streamline review workflows, and leverage AI agents to help maintain and operate labs at scale.

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Evaluate Your Lab Setup Before You Scale

Test real use cases, align the environment to your product, and reduce rollout risk with expert-led support from day one.

  • Test Real Use Cases

    Run your actual product workflows with CloudLabs hands-on labs before final deployment.

  • Build the Right Environment

    Let CloudLabs experts help you configure the right lab setup based on your exact requirements.

  • Run Pilot Programs

    Launch your labs with internal teams or selected users and gather actionable feedback.

  • Ensure Performance & Scale

    Evaluate overall performance, integrations, and scalability commitments at an early stage.

  • Reduce Setup Risks

    Identify gaps and optimize workflows with our team before rolling out to larger audiences.

  • Get Guided Support

    Receive hands-on assistance for setup, automation, and troubleshooting at every step.

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