Pricing

How much does a Citruslabs clinical study cost? Citruslabs studies start in the low five figures: consumer perception studies from about $15,000, single-arm clinical studies from about $40,000, and randomized controlled trials from about $80,000. Pricing includes IRB approval, custom protocol design, participant recruitment, decentralized data collection, statistical analysis, the full study report, and a marketing-claims appendix reviewed for FTC and FDA best practices. Citruslabs publishes pricing openly and offers a price-match guarantee against any comparable IRB-approved CRO proposal.

Perception Study

$10,000

Consumer-reported outcomes via validated questionnaires. The fastest path to "9 out of 10 users agree" claims your marketing team can run with immediately.

  • Validated questionnaires
  • IRB approval included
  • Marketing-ready claims
  • 4–6 week delivery

Single-Group Trial

$25,000

Add biomarkers, bloodwork, or wearable data for quantitative proof. The sweet spot between speed and rigor — and what most of our supplement and skincare clients choose.

  • Everything in Perception
  • Biomarker add-ons available
  • Statistical analysis & report
  • 6–10 week delivery
  • Citruslabs Tested Seal

Randomized Controlled Trial

$40,000

The gold standard. Treatment vs. placebo with random assignment. The most defensible design when you need claims that hold up under FDA, retail, or investor scrutiny.

  • Everything in Single-Group
  • Placebo / control group
  • Double-blind option
  • 8–12 week delivery
  • ClinicalTrials.gov listing

Pilot → Full RCT

$55,000

Start with a single-group pilot for rapid insights, then progress to a full-scale RCT. Get early claims fast while building toward gold-standard evidence.

DIY Perception Study

$3,000

We provide the tools — study synopsis, questionnaires, data analysis — and you handle participant logistics. Ideal for skincare brands with existing audiences.

Research Consulting

flexible

Monthly expert support to expand your in-house research capabilities. From early-stage insights to full clinical trial guidance, on your schedule.

Study Design

Consumer perception studies require less infrastructure. Randomized controlled trials require more. The design you choose has the biggest impact on budget.

Number of Participants

More participants mean broader data and stronger positioning, but also more recruitment and analysis.

Study Duration

Longer studies require extended tracking and monitoring. A 12-week protocol naturally carries more cost than a 4-week one.

Biomarkers & Lab Work

Basic questionnaires are lighter. Blood panels, microbiome analysis, or genetic testing add complexity and laboratory fees.

Data Collection Methods

Wearables, at-home kits, video assessments, and telehealth visits each require different levels of coordination. We align methods with what your marketing objectives actually require.

PROTOCOL & PLANNING

  • A customized protocol
  • IRB submission
  • Participant recruitment

RESEARCH & ANALYSIS

  • Data collection
  • Statistical analysis
  • Clinical study report

DELIVERABLES

  • Marketing product claims
  • Citruslabs Tested Seal
  • Visual assets

What the data shows

Frequently Asked Questions

What determines the final price of my study?
The prices shown are starting points. Your final investment depends on study design (perception vs. RCT), sample size, study duration, the number and type of biomarker add-ons, and any special requirements like blinding or placebo manufacturing. We'll build a custom proposal after understanding your goals — no surprises.
Are there any hidden fees?
No. Your proposal includes everything listed in the all-inclusive research kit: study design, IRB approval, recruitment, execution, data analysis, claims delivery, and the Tested Seal. Biomarker add-ons are priced separately and clearly itemized. What you see in the proposal is what you pay.
Can I start small and upgrade later?
Absolutely. Many brands start with a perception study to get quick marketing claims, then use those results to justify a larger single-group or RCT study later. Our two-phase approach (pilot → full RCT) is specifically designed for this. The pilot data often helps brands secure internal budget for the full study.
How does the price match guarantee work?
If you receive a lower quote from another CRO for a comparable study design — same methodology, same scope, same deliverables — share it with us and we'll match it. We review the competing proposal to confirm the study designs are equivalent, then adjust our pricing accordingly. Same Citruslabs quality, lower price.
Do I own the data and results?
Yes, 100%. You own all data, results, and claims generated from your study. No licensing fees, no usage restrictions, no strings attached. Use them on your packaging, PDPs, social media, retail pitch decks — wherever you need them. The data is yours forever.
What payment options are available?
We offer flexible payment structures, including milestone-based payments split across study phases (design, execution, delivery). For larger studies, we can work with your procurement team on custom terms. Just ask — we're flexible.