XLSTAT

XLSTAT is statistical analysis software from a maker founded in 1995. Its listed capabilities include statistical tests, regression models, scripting support, and Bayesian analysis, with data import for CSV, TXT, and other files. The plan descriptions distinguish three toolsets: XLSTAT Essentials includes more than 100 statistical tools, XLSTAT Standard covers sensory data analysis, consumer and market research, machine learning tools, and Bayesian networks, and XLSTAT Advanced includes more than 300 statistical tools. XLSTAT uses a freemium model, with a free plan and a 14-day trial. It is available on the web, Windows, macOS, and iOS, and its deployment options are listed as both.

XLSTAT offers a range of statistical functions and plan-specific toolsets across several platforms.

XLSTAT suits people who need statistical tests, regression, scripting, or Bayesian analysis. Its plan descriptions may help users looking for sensory, market research, or machine-learning tools.

Overview

XLSTAT is statistical analysis software from XLSTAT, a maker founded in 1995, for people who need statistical methods alongside their data work. It suits researchers and analysts looking for a broad set of statistical tools across desktop, web and mobile platforms. Its tiered toolsets make it a stronger fit for users whose needs map clearly to a plan than for those who need to compare published prices before choosing.

Key features

XLSTAT covers statistical tests and regression models, with scripting support and Bayesian analysis. That breadth can serve users who need more than a single class of statistical method; the practical choice is which plan provides the required tools.

Data import supports CSV, TXT and other files, giving users common ways to bring data into their analysis. The broad “other files” description does not establish support for any particular additional format.

Pricing

XLSTAT uses a freemium model with a free plan and a 14-day trial. The free plan’s feature set and usage caps are not established, so users should confirm that it covers their intended work before relying on it as a lasting option.

• XLSTAT Essentials: custom pricing, with 100+ statistical tools. It is the entry paid tier for users who need a substantial statistical toolkit without the larger counts or specialized capabilities attributed to higher plans.
• XLSTAT Standard: custom pricing. It adds sensory data analysis, consumer and market research, machine learning tools and Bayesian networks, making it the relevant tier for users whose work depends on those areas.
• XLSTAT Advanced: custom pricing, with 300+ statistical tools. It is the clearest fit for users who need the broadest stated tool count, though the specific contents beyond that count are not defined.

None of the three plan prices is published. That makes cost comparison and budget planning harder than the feature descriptions alone suggest; prospective buyers should request pricing and confirm the terms before committing.

Platforms

XLSTAT supports web, Windows, macOS and iOS, and offers both cloud and self-hosted deployment. That mix gives buyers options across browser, desktop and mobile use, as well as deployment preference. The platform list does not specify whether every feature or plan is available on every platform.

Who it's for

XLSTAT is worth considering for analysts, researchers and organizations that need statistical tests, regression, Bayesian analysis or scripting support, particularly if Standard’s sensory, market-research or machine-learning tools match their work. Its multiple platforms and deployment choices also suit teams with differing access requirements.

It is less compelling for buyers who need transparent pricing to shortlist software, or whose requirements hinge on knowing exactly which methods sit in each tier. In those cases, request a plan breakdown and quote before evaluating XLSTAT against alternatives.

Pros and cons

• Pros: Statistical tests, regression models, scripting and Bayesian analysis cover several important analytical needs.
• Pros: Standard specifies tools for sensory analysis, consumer and market research, machine learning and Bayesian networks, making its intended audience clearer.
• Pros: Web, Windows, macOS and iOS support plus both cloud and self-hosted deployment offer a range of access and deployment choices.
• Cons: Custom pricing across the named plans makes the cost of moving from Essentials to Standard or Advanced difficult to judge before contacting the maker.
• Cons: The free plan’s caps and included tools are not defined, limiting its usefulness as a basis for assessing fit.
• Cons: Plan descriptions give tool counts and selected specialties, but not a full feature-by-feature breakdown for comparing tiers.

Alternatives

For a broader shortlist, browse Statistical Analysis Software.

• StatCrunch is a paid option for readers considering statistical software across Android, iOS and web.
• StatPlus may suit readers who want a free plan or trial and support for iOS, macOS, web and Windows. Its Commercial Package — single license is $160 a month, with a permanent license and no annual fee.
• jamovi is a strong alternative for readers who want a free browser-based option: its Guest plan is free and includes point-and-click analyses powered by R and the full module library. It also supports Windows, macOS and Linux.
• SAS Visual Analytics is another paid option, with a free trial and support for mobile, web, Windows and self-hosted use; its SAS Viya plan has custom pricing.
• JASP is the straightforward choice for readers seeking entirely free statistical software on Linux, macOS or Windows. Its requirements include a 64-bit operating system, 4 GB of free disk space and at least 4 GB RAM.
• EViews may be relevant to readers comparing freemium software for macOS or Windows. Its Academic Single-User License is $700 a month and requires current academic affiliation.
• pyabc is a free alternative for readers looking for software across API, iOS, Linux, self-hosted, web or Windows platforms.
• Stata is a paid alternative with a free plan and trial for Linux, macOS and Windows users. Its Stata/BE Prof+ plan is $175 a year for faculty and staff at accredited, degree-granting universities.

Verdict

XLSTAT is best for analysts and researchers who need a broad statistical toolkit, with the flexibility of several platforms and deployment options. Its strongest reason to choose it is the range of methods and Standard’s defined specialist tools; its main drawback is custom pricing paired with limited plan-by-plan detail. Request a quote and verify the tools included in the relevant tier before choosing it over a free alternative or a product with clearer costs.