Gene Synthesis Price Comparison 2026
A comprehensive comparison of gene synthesis pricing from all major providers, updated for 2026. Prices shown are based on published list prices for a representative 1000 bp sequence.
| Provider | Product | Price (1,000 bp) | Per bp | Turnaround | Length range | Feasibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gene fragment | $70.00 | $0.070 | 2–4 business days | 300–5,000 bp | Yes | |
| gBlocks gene fragment | $70.00 | $0.070 | 1–3 business days | 125–3,000 bp | Yes | |
| eBlocks gene fragment | $70.00 | $0.070 | 1–3 business days | 300–1,500 bp | Yes | |
| ENFINIA linear DNA | $70.00 | $0.070 | 6–8 business days | 1,000–7,000 bp | Yes | |
| Clonal gene | $90.00 | $0.090 | 4–10 business days | 300–5,000 bp | Yes | |
| ENFINIA plasmid DNA | $120.00 | $0.120 | 6–8 business days | 1,000–15,000 bp | Yes | |
| GeneStrands fragment (501–1000 bp) | $157.00 | Flat fee | 3–5 business days | 501–1,000 bp | Yes | |
| Gene synthesis (standard) | $180.00 | $0.180 | 12–16 business days | 500–3,000 bp | Yes | |
| Gene in vector (501–3000 bp) | $200.00 | $0.200 | 15–20 business days | 501–3,000 bp | Yes | |
| Gene synthesis (clonal) | $400.00 | $0.400 | 6–13 business days | 501–2,000 bp | Yes | |
| Gene in vector (≤500 bp) | — | Flat fee | 5–6 business days | 100–500 bp | Outside range | |
| GeneStrands fragment (≤500 bp) | — | Flat fee | 2–4 business days | 100–500 bp | Outside range | |
| GeneStrands fragment (1001–2000 bp) | — | Flat fee | 5–8 business days | 1,001–2,000 bp | Outside range |
Prices based on published list prices for a 1,000 bp sequence. Actual quotes may vary based on sequence complexity, volume discounts, and promotions. Contact vendors directly for exact pricing.
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Who is the cheapest gene synthesis provider in 2026?
For non-cloned gene fragments, Twist Bioscience, IDT, and Elegen all offer $0.07/bp, making them the most affordable options. For clonal genes, pricing varies significantly by provider and sequence length.
How often do gene synthesis prices change?
Gene synthesis prices have been declining steadily. Major price changes typically happen 1–2 times per year. We update our comparison data regularly — check the 'last updated' date on each page.