--- title: "XLSTAT Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra" description: "Is XLSTAT the right Statistical Analysis solution for you? Explore 398 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice." source_url: "https://www.capterra.com/p/119448/XLSTAT/reviews/" page_type: "reviews" language: "en" --- XLSTAT 4.7 (398) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/119448/XLSTAT/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated August 26th, 2026 # Reviews of XLSTAT Ease of use 4.6 Customer Service 4.5 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews MP Matej P Associated profesorVeterinary, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “The xlstat is perfect for evaluation date for sensoric analysis, discrimination analysis and also for basic statistical thest.“ September 4, 2024 CM Christophe M CEOResearch, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “I am sure I am not using the full potential of the vew features related to R and the assistance.“ January 21, 2025 VX Valeria X RESEARCH SCIENTIST/TRIALISTEnvironmental Services, 201 - 500 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Best part of my job, as it saves time for me on a busy day and I can manage the workload or heap of work as I know with stats analysis I am covered and then I can worry about other things,.“ September 4, 2023 MG Monica G EconomistHealth, Wellness and Fitness, Self-employedUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “Horrible - do not buy this!“ December 15, 2024 MP Matej P Associated profesorVeterinary, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “The evaluation of the spectral data is not so perfect but for excel aplication works also well.“ September 4, 2024 LL Leanie L Managing DirectorResearch, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Not all of the tests are set up to handle multiple variables at once leading to a lot of manual labor.“ April 5, 2023 IO Irene O Research StaffResearch, Self-employedUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “The signing in feature boosts security.“ July 23, 2025 SF Svend Bertil F Senior News EditorInternet, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “The software can be a bit expensive, particularly for small businesses with limited budgets.“ January 25, 2023 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 398 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Giulio C. Managing partner Market Research Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Using XLstat for advanced multivartiate statistical analysis" January 7, 2025 5.0 It improved my way to customize analysis and it also made me simlper to try new stat tools Pros Easy way to customize analysis and getting accurate results Cons Not all options about stat analysis are present (but it's a minor aspect) Review Source CT Carlos T. professor Research Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great powerful and easy to usestat software" March 2, 2026 5.0 I have been using it for almost two decades, and I am very satisfied. I migrated from older Statview and Systat, a great move. Pros One feature I like very much about XLSTAT is that it is an excel add-in and works very well with several of Excel´s features. The software is very poweful, does all of the analyses an ecologist and animal behaviorist would need. Specially, since it can integrate R scripts. This flexibility is probably its greatest feature. It is also easy to use with a great user-interface. Cons The standard graphs could be more flexible and maleable, but I guess that is the function of Sigmaplot. Switched from [SigmaPlot](https://www.capterra.com/p/102698/SigmaPlot/) price is lower fpr XLSTAT and systat was going to be discontinued. Review Source MG Monica G. Economist Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "XLSTAT - Buyer Beware" December 15, 2024 1.0 Horrible - do not buy this! it claims to do plm but does not estimate all of the parameters of the exogenous variables specified in the econometric equation Pros Nothing - the trial version is a joke - and if the version that people pay for is anything like it do not buy Cons It totally messed up my excel file - and did not work at all Switched from [SAS-STAT Software](https://www.capterra.com/p/121765/SAS-Statistics/) SAS is very expensive and I am on my own doing consulting work for a client Review Source Shaoyang W. Senior Research Assistant Food & Beverages Used the software for: 2+ years ### "I recommend every researcher/student buy XLSTAT" March 29, 2022 5.0 I handle most of my sensory evaluation data and consumer data using XLSTAT. It is super easy and smooth to complete the data feeding – processing – reporting procedure. Now it only takes me 10 mins to finish all thoes steps (without XLSTAT, 2–3 days might not be enough) Pros Economic, user-friendly, comprehensive online tutorial, customised training courses, best integration to Excel, up-to-date solutions, customer service Cons Some functions have bugs that cause Excel collapse. I always identify these bugs and report them to Addinsoft. They always contact me the next day and fix these bugs as fast as they can. Reason for choosing XLSTAT My supervisor's team and most Australian/New Zealand sensory researchers use XLSTAT. It is designed for those who has no much stat background but allow them to interpret the results confidently. Switched from [RStudio Desktop](https://www.capterra.com/p/210152/RStudio/)[IBM SPSS Statistics](https://www.capterra.com/p/250819/IBM-SPSS-Statistics/) SPSS has no integration to Excel so I find it difficult to do analysis on my raw data. SPSS is not good at multivariate analysis. RStudio can literature do anything that XLSTAT can do...However, we need half a year to learn coding. Also R lacks updated package in sensory science. Review Source NN Ngha N. Data Analyst Information Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Amazing software for statistical analysis right from within excel" September 20, 2022 5.0 Overall, I am satisfied with XLSTAT in terms of value for money and ease of use. Given that I have advanced level knowledge in excel, this streamlines my workflow significantly with the way it is integrated into excel. However the price is really on a high end. Pros The one thing that keeps me coming back to XLSTAT despite many alternatives is the ability of the software to write a summary interpretation of statistical tests Cons The software is very expensive compared to other software that can do similar statistical analysis Switched from [IBM SPSS Statistics](https://www.capterra.com/p/250819/IBM-SPSS-Statistics/) I was looking for a software that can direct me as I was not an expert in statitical analysis when I started out my journey. XLSTAT acted both like a software and a teacher, helping me to make the right decisions and intepretation from my data Review Source SBF Svend Bertil F. Senior News Editor Internet Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Comprehensive Data Analysis Made Easier" January 25, 2023 5.0 XLSTAT is a great data analysis software for businesses that need to quickly analyze large amounts of data. It has a wide range of features and tools, making it easy to generate insights from data. The user interface is intuitive and the ability to integrate with other programs is a great plus. However, it can be expensive and users should be aware of compatibility issues before buying. Pros XLSTAT is a comprehensive data analysis software that makes it easy to tackle complex data analysis tasks. With its intuitive user interface, users of all levels of expertise can quickly develop insights from their data. It has a wide range of features and tools, including advanced statistical testing, data visualization, and predictive analytics. The software also integrates with other programs like Microsoft Excel, making it easy to transfer data back and forth. Cons Despite the range of features, there are some drawbacks to using XLSTAT. The software can be a bit expensive, particularly for small businesses with limited budgets. There are also some compatibility issues with certain versions of Excel, so make sure to check this before buying. Additionally, the user interface can be a bit overwhelming for first-time users. Switched from [Google Analytics 360](https://www.capterra.com/p/177042/Google-Analytics/) XLSTAT stands out from its competitors in terms of features and user interface. It has a wide range of features and tools, making it easy to generate insights from data. Additionally, the user interface is designed to be intuitive and user-friendly, so users of all levels of expertise can quickly get up and running. Furthermore, the ability to integrate with other programs like Microsoft Excel makes it easy to transfer data back and forth. All in all, XLSTAT is a great choice for businesses looking for a comprehensive data analysis solution. Review Source IO Irene O. Research Staff Research Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "XLSTAT review\_Irene" July 23, 2025 5.0 Very great. The XLSTAT is so helpful to me. The best part is where Sen's slope test is incorporated in Mann-Kendall analysis, an aspect often missing in great softwares like SAS. Pros Easy to follow and simplifies complex analysis. The analysis commands are easy to locate and use. The signing in feature boosts security. Cons The limitations on graphics and data visualization as it requires additional purchase of Zenplot. It is restricted to one machine so I have to carry my laptop to wherever I need to work. Review Source JB Jonas B. Director, Assay Development Biotechnology Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "XLSTAT is great for life science statistical analysis" April 10, 2025 5.0 I have XLSTAT as an add-on for my MS Excel, but hadn't used it in several months. I was delighted to find out it's as user-friendly as before. Pros Offer easy-to-follow tutorials and sample workbooks. Cons There are a lot of hidden worksheets that are generated for various tasks. This can make your workbook very large if you perform a lot of statistical analysis. Review Source RB Reginald B. ownter Medical Practice Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Clinical research physician - this is an excellent program." February 12, 2025 5.0 Have used it for at least 7 years - gradual improvements in integration into Excel have made it very easy to use now. Pros Integration with Excel with full range of stats. Easy ability to run on filtered data. Excellent tutorials. Cons Basic stats should include survival statistics - found another program to do this for less than the upgrade to life sciences Review Source OS Ozlem S. research assistant Education Management Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Powerful and Easy-to-Use Statistical Tool" February 23, 2025 5.0 XLSTAT is an efficient and user-friendly statistical analysis tool. It integrates seamlessly with Excel, making data analysis straightforward. The wide range of features is beneficial, though some complex functions require extra time to master Pros Fast and easy to use. No need to modify data before transferring to other programs. Cons Some advanced features require additional learning, and the pricing can be a bit high for individual users. Review Source CM Christophe M. CEO Research Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Statistical software powerful and user friendly" January 21, 2025 5.0 Xlstat is exactly the statistical software I need. Namely - but not only- for multivariate analysis Pros Excellent experience. User friendly and intuitive. Cons I am sure I am not using the full potential of the vew features related to R and the assistance. Review Source RS Rosun S. Lecturer Higher Education Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "XLSTAT in academia" August 8, 2022 4.0 Quite a large range: social sciences data, engineering data, medical data .. It can be used in all fields ... Pros Quite a large number of techniques implemented. We can even say Exhaustive. No prior training required for technicals. Very fast for non-technicals to get used to it as well. Cons No missing feature in my brief period of use: trial version. Price on the high side. Reason for choosing XLSTAT Easier to use for new-comers: they can focus on solving a problem with the tool instead of learning how to use the tool. It even generate a report with appropriate visualisations. Review Source MJK Min Jeong K. Graduate Assistant Food & Beverages Used the software for: 2+ years ### "easy to use" August 22, 2023 5.0 Overall, it is perfect software. I'm willing to use this software after I graduate. Pros when ANOVA is needed to test, I've never seen such an easy software as Xlstat. Also, since we can adjust the figure using excel, it is so convenient software. Cons it might be helpful if there's some software for metabolomics tools. There are only few of options available, but i was wondering if we can use the volcano plot. Review Source NE Nur E. Researcher of Plant Breeding of Hevea Rubber Research Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "On the go statistic application" August 19, 2024 5.0 On the go statistic application for Excel type of data. It make this app easier and simpler to run analysis data. The features also quite complete. There is also special price for the student. Pros Easy to use since this application is added on Excel. Cons I need to re-activate this app when I not use it for couple of days. It is anoying. Review Source SP Shivangi P. Climate vulnerability research Architecture & Planning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Powerhouse of Data analysis" April 30, 2022 5.0 I am totally in for the Xlstat. This made my data analysis experience very smooth. It is easy to use and gives high performance. Thank you XLSTAT team for making my research journey smoother. Pros Xlstat is a very user-friendly software for data analysis. There is no code needed for performing tasks which makes the software easy to use in the comparison of R and SPSS. Being a researcher in climate vulnerability assessment, have to deal with volumes of regional data to analyse. Xlstat just made my life easier. I will strongly recommend the Xlstat. Cons While performing the determinant analysis, there should be an option to select the percentage of training data. This is not cons of the product but will improve the performance of the analysis. Review Source THT Teh Ho T. Executive Director Medical Devices Used the software for: 2+ years ### "user experience with XLSTAT" October 8, 2023 5.0 Pros Easy to do data analysis and model employment Cons not easy to get online help and description of function Review Source MA Messas A. R E-Learning Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Review for xlstat after more than a year of use" June 4, 2024 5.0 Pros Easy to use, essential for my work, contains a wide range of tools for calculating various statistical parameters Cons No neural network tools in the machine learning section Review Source LL Leanie L. Managing Director Research Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Go to statistical software package for years" April 5, 2023 5.0 Most of my work is in conventional statistical analysis and sensometrics. XLSTAT helps me to get the most out of my client's data with peace of mind that the analyses are done properly and that the conclusions are reliable. Pros XLSTAT is easy to use (provided you have good theoretical know-how) and compatible with Excel which makes reporting a dream. It's compatible with R as well for additional functionality, although XLSTAT's functionality, especially in sensometrics is already very good. Cons Not all of the tests are set up to handle multiple variables at once leading to a lot of manual labor. However, this is the exception and not the rule. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Principal Scientist Food & Beverages Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Sensory Evaluation in XLSTAT" January 8, 2019 5.0 Our group is responsible for a large number of sensory tests. XLSTAT makes it easy to turn these studies around quickly with the tables and charts it produces. Pros XLSTAT makes multivariate analysis a snap. I have been a SAS user since 1982 and use it for some analysis where I need the detailed diagnostics. However, I try to utilize statistics packages that are easier to use when possible which makes it much simpler to instruct more junior scientists how to perform advanced analysis and XLSTAT is really good for this. I make it a practice to check any new statistical package against SAS results and XLSTAT passes with flying colors. Cons The only problem I have encountered with XLSTAT is having EXCEL crash n occasion, though this may have more to do with how our IT department has configured our computers. Review Source XL Xin L. professor Research Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "XL'S XLSTAT Experience" June 28, 2022 5.0 I'm a geoscientist who deals with tremendous geochemical data. Previously, I completed a task by using multiple softwares, and unfortunately some cannot be done. XLSTAT is a trustworthy helper. Pros As a computational geoscientist and a user of the BASIC version, I found XLSTAT easy to use. The data preparation, description, analysis, visualization, and non-parametric test etc. are very useful features. They helped a lot about geoscientific data processing. Cons If possible, could consider adding the part for compositional data analysis (CoDA) to the BASIC version. A little suggestion. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Cofounder and CEO. Chief scientific and medical officer. Pharmaceuticals Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A must in the field" January 8, 2019 5.0 I do clinical trials and lab data analysis (and quality control) and am happy with the overall performance. Cut and paste to the reports is easy. Fine tool. Pros First, it is not based on an enormous statistical package and the articulation with Excel is most of the time excellent. Second it is very reliable and easy to use (at least if you are a little bit familiar with the field). Third, it does many things and some versions are very complete, enough to satisfy in most cases all your needs. Fourth, you'll find very specialised analysis or tests beside the common ones. Fifth, the value for money is excellent and the accompanying doc is extensive. Cons Well, some repetitive analysis are boring, but it does the job. Review Source EOA Emmanuel Oladeji A. Scientist/Food Science and Technology Food Production Used the software for: 2+ years ### "xlstat application to scientific application" April 21, 2023 5.0 I am using the software to analyze scientific data. My overall experience is good but solving the problem of big data will make better. Pros Modelling Data feature, very easy to use. Cons I have it very difficult to analyze big data using XLSTAT. Reason for choosing XLSTAT Cheap, fast and user friendly Review Source JR Jyotishree R. Researcher Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### " Data Analysis Made Easy with XLSTAT " May 23, 2022 5.0 I was never a statistician but with XLSTAT I learnt so much. There tutorials are great they explain you in simple language, easy to follow. I love XLSTAT. I couldn’t have thought of any better software than this. Pros \* Ease of use \* Very good and clear tutorials \* Convenient and doesn’t take a lot of time for analysis \* Lot of features to choose from for the data analysis \* One place and rate provides all \* Great customer support Cons \* I have not faced anything yet \* Probably some features are not available in everything but customer support always helps and caters to your request! Switched from [GraphPad Prism](https://www.capterra.com/p/119786/GraphPad-Prism/)[CRMS](https://www.capterra.com/p/155651/CRMS/) XLSTAT provided it all ! Review Source HT Hussam T. Doctor Medical Practice Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "XLSTAT is Excellent! " August 16, 2022 5.0 Excellent Pros It is very user friendly. Anyone with basic understanuser-friendlyding of statistics can use it. Cons Visualization can be improved to help display the results of statistical analysis. I also like that in some parts, an explanation is provided to help interpret the results of the analysis. I encourage doing this more and if possible to all inferential statistics. Switched from [IBM SPSS Statistics](https://www.capterra.com/p/250819/IBM-SPSS-Statistics/) XLStat is easier to use. Review Source AG Aline G. Scientific Researcher Food & Beverages Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Very " June 28, 2023 5.0 Pros The design methods that allows me to choose the best format.The friendly environment to use statistics, make it easier. Cons I wish I could use my license in any computer, with a pincode that identify myself....I wish I can analyze cdf or ava or ada files. Reason for choosing XLSTAT Because it is very intuitive and easy to use, it has tutorials and good support. Review Source Similar Products Featured ## Send me user reviews about this product ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox.