# Page 3 | MATLAB Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Page 3 - Is MATLAB the right Simulation solution for you? Explore 2093 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/125813/MATLAB/reviews --- MATLAB 4.6 (2093) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/125813/MATLAB/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 March 13th, 2026 # Page 3 - Reviews of MATLAB ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 51-75 of 2093 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use AM Akhil M. Freelancer Computer Software Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Simple review of MATLAB" February 21, 2022 5.0 This is a beast programming, loaded with essential capacities and helpful bundles. Assuming that you're an architect or are contemplating to become one, you've very likely known about it somewhere around once. I've utilized it to recreate complex frameworks, to address incomplete differential conditions, direct frameworks and non straight conditions. I've involved it for straightforward coding reason and significantly more. In spite of the fact that it's precarious when you initially begin utilizing Matlab and it's partners, when you comprehend or glance through the gatherings it's going great. Remember whether you anticipate doing escalated examination/estimations that is all conceivable with Matlab which has been incredibly helpful for me yet you will require a decent PC. Pros Matlab has many apparatuses and libraries that permit the client to perform practices in view of mathematical investigation. Matlab is easy to understand and clean point of interaction apparatus that assists me with the entirety of my scholar and office work. MATLAB is essentially a coding programming. The coding language is exceptionally simple to self learn. Anyway an essential information on math and coding basics is required. Any individual who is recognizable in any programming language can get a handle on the methods of utilizing MATLAB. In this manner the codes can be fixed without any problem. This is a product that can be utilized in numerical displaying for in designing fields. In electrical designing the product can be utilized to mimic control frameworks. It additionally can be utilized to do complex computations that need numerous cycles. It works with the extraction of information from dominate designs. Most information are put away in dominates Cons However it has a clean and easy to use interface, it isn't fledgling agreeable. Any individual who needs to utilize it has some specialized information prior to utilizing it. Assuming you're utilizing matlab for diagramming information I see that the coding and execution of stylistics parts somewhat more convoluted than say utilizing Prism or R. At times text foundation looks dated and attempting to transform it takes much longer than it ought to. A truly decent component is the 3D charts that are delivered through Matlab however unfortunately they are quite difficult to move to reports and distributions except if you catch the diagram at a particular point or utilize a screen recording of turning the 3D diagram for show purposes. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Student Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: 2+ years ### "MATLAB, One Solution to all Engineering and Mathematical problems." April 7, 2021 5.0 My overall experience with MATLAB is so good. It has so many good points that If I would highlight each and every point so the maximum word limit would cross So in a nutshell If someone wants one solution to all Engineering and Mathematical problem he/she should must try and install this software to feel the peace in life as you don't need to have so many software for different tasks to perform, MATLAB is there to help you in all fields. Pros When I just entered University, In the very first semester I was introduced to this software by my instructor. Initially, I learnt to apply basic mathematical formulas like taking derivatives, solving matrices etc but then almost in each semester I used this software in one way or another that's why I used to call MATLAB, one solution to all Engineering and Mathematical problems. We can solve all kind of mathematical problems either integration, differentiation etc on MATLAB. It also provides its user to simulate electrical, mechanical etc system on it. This software is verified and because of its high quality, we can simulate our designed projects on it and once that design project provides the desired output on MATLAB, then that projects implementation on hardware and the output will not deviate from the outputs we have gotten on MATLAB that's why often students use MATLAB for their final year projects. Besides, its other features it also provides the GUI functionality which I have incorporated in several projects. The mathematical techniques like Fourier series and Laplace transform etc, MATLAB provides the ease to implement it and get the infinite plotted results and better interpret the results by visualizing the data, not only two dimensional but also three-dimensional graphs can also be plotted on MATLAB. Above all, it provides the facility of coding and producing the desired result. So I said rightly it is one Solution to all Engineering and Mathematical Problems. Cons Overall the performance of MATLAB is quite good, it user friendly but the only problem which I have encountered is the installation process. As it is a bulky software so its installation requires approximately two to three hours of yours and have to follow the guideline which is provided in the software as in read me files etc. to easily install this software so this is the main task. Once You have Installed the software now you are good to go to enjoy its immense features. Review Source Jeffrey B. Director Logistics and Supply Chain Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Empowering Data Analysis and Visualization with MATLAB" October 20, 2023 5.0 An interesting aspect of the overall experience with MATLAB is how it serves as a bridge between scientific innovation and practical applications. I find that MATLAB allows me to explore cutting-edge research in fields such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and data science, and then translate these advancements into real-world solutions. It's a dynamic platform where theoretical ideas meet practical implementation, making it a fascinating tool for innovation and problem-solving across diverse domains. Pros What i like most about MATLAB is its versatility, robust data visualization, statistical analysis capabilities, customization options, strong user community and support, and integration capabilities, making it a valuable tool for diverse data analysis and research needs. Cons For me, some potential drawbacks of MATLAB include its cost, steep learning curve, resource-intensive nature, proprietary data file format, and licensing restrictions. These limitations may affect users differently based on their specific requirements and resources. Review Source KF KANISHKA F. ENGINEER Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: 2+ years ### "life with matlab" January 18, 2024 5.0 My overall experience with MATLAB is positive. Its powerful computational capabilities and diverse toolset enhance my productivity. However, challenges like licensing costs and learning curves exist. Despite this, MATLAB remains my preferred choice for its efficiency in mathematical modeling, data analysis, and presentation tasks. Pros MATLAB is indispensable in my work. Its user-friendly interface simplifies complex computations. The vast library of functions accelerates development, while the versatile plotting tools enhance data visualization. Integration with various languages and toolboxes broadens its utility, making MATLAB my go-to for efficient, diverse tasks. Cons Despite MATLAB's strengths, I've encountered drawbacks. Its licensing cost can be prohibitive for some. Steeper learning curves for novices and limited speed in certain computations are notable challenges. Dependency on proprietary software and potential resource intensiveness can pose hurdles, impacting seamless collaboration and execution efficiency. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Enseignant chercheur Higher Education Used the software for: 2+ years ### "MATLAB, un logiciel puissant pour les scientifiques " October 26, 2023 4.0 J'utilise MATLAB depuis 2009 dans le cadre de la préparation de ma thèse de doctorat. Logiciel puissant en calcul scientifique, je m'en suis servi pour résoudre des équations non linéaires et de équations différentielles très compliqués avec une suite de présentation de données sous différentes formes graphiques. Pros Interface intuitiveFacilité d'installation et de manipulationCapacité de traitement de plusieurs genre de donnéesDisponibilité de toolboxesLanguage facile à apprendre Cons Logiciel payant Très limité en conception Très limité en graphisme 3D Review Source TM Tomas M. CTO Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The most powerful math/engineering software" December 5, 2022 5.0 As an electrical engineer is the best tool to create complex models and use them in your job or university project. Pros its versatility and the vast amount of support and information available Cons You must have programming knowledge, it is an old programming language similar to C. Review Source MD Muhammet D. Research Assistant Higher Education Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "valuable tool for economic researchers" December 21, 2022 3.0 Overall, while MATLAB is a powerful and widely used tool for statistical analysis and modeling, it may not be the best fit for all users, depending on their specific needs and resources. It is important for users to carefully consider their requirements and evaluate the pros and cons of using MATLAB before making a decision. Pros The software may be somewhat more specialized than some other tools, as it is primarily designed for statistical analysis and modeling. However, it does have a wide range of functions and tools that can be useful for economic research, including functions for working with data, analyzing it statistically, and creating models and simulations. With some basic familiarity with the software and its capabilities, it can be a useful tool for economic research. Cons Cost is a problem, considering there are many resources in this area, ie, R, Python,Eventhough i say its user friendly, it still rather complex to use, when I suggest my college i need to explain at least for an hour. and we cannot perform all the types of analysis. This may require users to find workarounds or use other tools to perform these tasks. Review Source CG Christopher G. Student Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Graphics giant" July 31, 2021 5.0 Pros All the software is a great tool as long as the user knows how to take advantage of it, it is like everything, you have to play and learn trying and doing everything possible in MATLAB, you can do everything you can imagine and you can represent it with graphs and tables as it suits you, a total software for all mathematical use. Cons It is a paid software, normally you can get a month trial, but obviously you are not only going to occupy that time, but I think it is complicated for some users the fact of having to pay for this software, although it is true that if it is worth everything you pay for it, although there could be a possibility to occupy it without certain tools to make it free for some users. Review Source Mahmoud A. Quality control engineer Civil Engineering Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "One of the most powerful engineering programs, but it is expensive" April 8, 2023 5.0 Pros This is software so deep that you can do with it what you want. I used this product for many projects, modeling, simulation, programs and computations. When you try this product and learn, the options are endless. The user interface is somewhat confusing the first time you use it. But with some practice you get used to it Cons The program's ability to analyze larger data is beyond doubt. However, the downside here is that the codes take longer to execute. The price is also one of the drawbacks of this program. Review Source MFN Mir Fida N. Web Developer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Great tool for scientific & statistical data visualization & reporting" June 20, 2022 5.0 For small to medium organizations & companies it is useful in providing solution to a wide range of enginerring and statistical field problems. Online help documentation makes it easy to debug common errors. Tutorials and training courses are also widely available to master all aspects of it. Especially for engineering, science & statistics students, it is recommended to do hands-on practice this tool as it will help them practically learn data analysis techniques as well as basic coding. The option for students and home users is reasonably priced. Although MATLAB drive provides it to some limited extent, still full-scale collaboration is a much-needed feature. Pros It's a powerful image processing & data visualization tool with capability to generate reports dynamically. Having a huge library of functions, apps, APIs, and packages it's widely used in scientific and statistical computations. Multi-dimensional arrays and matrices is a unique feature that makes MATLAB necessary for linear algebra related operations & calculations. Data of different types like statistical, mathematical or scientific, etc. can be analyzed using interactive tools. Report Generation is an awesome feature to produce prebuilt and customizable reports. It can be automated to generate a single report from the results & figures in various formats. MATLAB Add-On Toolboxes take functionality to the next level by providing various functions. MS Excel integration is supported recently to further enhance its capabilities. Cons For complex numeric computations, large data sets, and 3D image processing it takes much time and resources (i.e RAM) for execution. Pricing is a bit high for a standard commercial license but a 30-day free trial is available to use and test. Reason for choosing MATLAB First, it has vast acceptance among many organizations which use it frequently. For our specific work requirements, MATLAB was the only suitable choice due to it's functions and features. As it allows for better image processing and data visualization tools. Its familiar environment and user-friendly interface is time saving for all employees. Review Source Surendrika N. Student Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "MATLAB for complex maths" October 15, 2019 4.0 I have used MATLAB for three years. In those years I have learned about MATLAB as well as I used it to solve so many mathematical problems. It is reliable, fast and also easy to use. The majority of engineering students as well as scientist are using MATLAB to achieve their purposes. But the person, who is going to use MATLAB to achieve his purposes, should have a proper knowledge about MATLAB. If someone uses MATLAB for solving very easy mathematical problems, I think it is unnecessary thing. According to my knowledge I think we should have proper understanding on that language to get more benefits. Pros As we all know, we use so many programing languages like c, java, MATLAB, HTML to communicate instructions to a machine. When we consider about benefits of MATLAB, it is very faster as well as comprehensive. Engineering students most probably use MATLAB for solving complex mathematical problems. But this language is also very familiar among scientist because it also eases their works. MATLAB provides helps to user for facilitating their tasks. It has so many syntax and keywords for different mathematical purposes. It gives us a chance to create functions as our needs. Therefore we can make functions to solve problems depending on our mathematical problems. MATLAB can be used as a calculator and it is very reliable. So the point of my view, as a person who is using MATLAB, I think it is very essential for engineering students. Cons Though MATLAB is very essential to engineering and other students when solving mathematical problems there are some difficulties with it. It has great number of keywords for arithmetic. So it is difficult to memories all those keywords when solving problems. And if we get an error in our code I think it is somewhat difficult to debug. And the other thing is the time it takes to give us the answer. MATLAB is an interpreted language, so that it is slower than a compiled language. It means MATLAB takes some time to give us the answer. We have to wait for the answer. It cannot be bought freely and also people should have knowledge about MATLAB before it use otherwise it is not easy to work with this language. Review Source hA haider A. freelancer Computer Software Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "MATLAB" July 8, 2021 5.0 My experience with Matlab, a great program with many tools, each of these tools does a great job. Analyze, draw, simulate, model, machine learning by analyzing data and other functions. In short (Wow program). Pros During my university studies, I used Matlab for years, and the pros can be summarized as follows - Easily implement and test your algorithms. - Easily develop account code. - Easy to correct. Large database using built-in algorithms. - Easily process still images and create analog videos. - The symbolic calculation can be done easily. - Contact an external library. Cons From my experience with Matlab, the disadvantages are: It is a very heavy program (because it is an interpreted language and, therefore, may run slower than a compiled language) And very expensive. Review Source DK Delisile K. Student Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Empowering Engineering Excellence!!!" July 21, 2023 5.0 Pros MATLAB is a powerful, and flexible tool which can perform most engineering tasks. Cons MATLAB is not cheap and the license is very expensive, for individual users or small businesses. This cost can be a barrier for some people who may decide to go for open-source alternatives or more budget-friendly options.MATLAB is not able able to perform lower computational tasks. Review Source Abdul F. Sr. Officer - Quality Assurance Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Yes. This is that Good!" March 26, 2022 5.0 I started using Matlab in 2013 as a student and after all these years, still now as a professional and researcher, I am not only using it without complaints but also recommending young engineers to use it. Although My area of expertise has elaborated to a great length, Matlab still meets all my demands and gives precise results to everything. If you are trying to be a EEE researcher and looking for optimum analysis software, Bingo! You have got what you are looking for. Matlab it is! A total solution. Pros I cannot think of any modern Electrical Engineer without the knowledge of Matlab. From Electronics to Embedded major, everyone has to go through Matlab platform. Even in job requirements, it is mentioned as one of the major skills. Most of the Master's and Ph.D. scholars I know use Matlab as their primary source of simulation and analysis software. So what makes this platform so important to Engineers? (I am sure it is used by other professionals too! but I will write from my own perspective). Firstly, we can do any Numerical Analysis easily using simple codes and find out exact values. I have used other software as well, but Matlab has the advantages of additional tools libraries to assist in analysis. In Engineering college, we completed our Control System analysis and Digital Signal Processing solely depending on Matlab Platforms. I can assure you, compared to other processing software, Matlab is user-friendly and has a lot of YouTube tutorials where you can seek assistance from to complete your projects. I think the utmost advantage one can get from Matlab is using Simulink software. What an amazing tool for Load Flow and Power calculations. No other platform can provide such rigorous analysis and errorless answers in Power System, Control System, Numerical Analysis, Signal Processing and 3D analysis like Matlab do. It is really a whole package. Cons It is a giant expensive software and as a student or professional, a customer might not even require 5% of the total capacity. As this software comes in a total package, the installation process is tricky, takes a huge amount of memory of your computer, so you have to buy high-end processors for swift operations, and takes a lot of time to start. Again, mastering Matlab could take time because it requires coding and there are thousands of options to select for, which is a barrier for students and designers to get accustomed to easy analysis. It would be easy for everyone if Matlab releases smaller versions of the software specified for potential customers - This would reduce pricing, installation, and user complexity to a great length. Review Source MRIR MD ROBIUL ISLAM R. Manager Animation Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "MATLAB Mobile app good app i like it realy i like you your app" January 6, 2024 5.0 It's good for practicing in moblie. So far the responses from command are very good, since till now I'm basic learner of MATLAB, as time goes I hope to explore the other functions that I didn't use in this app. Recommend to those who are learning MATLAB Language. Pros Perfect! Fully functional lightweight app with simple interface. Even some complex scripts that were written on a PC, work excellent on a mobile. Cons Hi, good day! Can you associate .m or related MATLAB files in Files to this app? I can't open those files, and MATLAB isn't in the suggestion to open with. Other than, great app! Review Source Elijah J. Automation Engineer Financial Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A powerful analysis and simulation tool." May 19, 2023 5.0 MATLAB is highly versatile and can be used in a wide variety of applications, from research and development to production and automation. MATLAB is capable of handling large data sets and performing complex numerical and statistical analyses, making it an essential tool for any company that needs to process large amounts of information. Additionally, the ability to simulate complex systems in MATLAB is a great advantage for any company that needs to test designs before taking them to production. Pros As an automation engineer, I have been using MATLAB in my company for several years and can say that it is a powerful tool for analysis and simulation. One of the things I like best about MATLAB is its ease of use. The graphical user interface is intuitive and easy to learn, making the learning curve quite fast. Also, the syntax of the programming language is simple and clear, making it easy to write code. Cons One of the disadvantages of MATLAB is its cost. MATLAB is commercial software, and licenses can be expensive, especially for smaller companies. However, I think the price is worth it considering the benefits it offers. Review Source MYY Man Yi Y. Researcher Research Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A convenient programming tool" August 22, 2022 5.0 I have been using MATLAB for 10+ years. I enjoyed using it for teaching applied mathematics when most students had little experience with programming, and the university offers a free license to every student and staff. Pros MATLAB is easy to use and very beginner-friendly. My students in linear algebra class enjoyed solving problems with MATLAB. The all-in-one platform and debugging tools make it stand out from other programming tools. The documentation is clear with examples, and sometimes even offers the mathematics and theories behind the functions. Cons Nowadays machine learning and deep learning become very popular, and many people are switching to Python and R for implementing those models. I am not aware of anyone around me using MATLAB for those models. Review Source NS Natalie S. Graduate Student Higher Education Used the software for: 2+ years ### "MATLAB is an excelent engineering tool that boosts your productivity at work" February 27, 2023 5.0 Overall, I am totally satisfied with MATLAB. I recommend it to engineering students, scientists, and professionals. It makes your work way easier, and helps you save a lot of time and energy. Pros I love working with MATLAB. It is great for doing data analytics. I am an engineering graduate student, and I use MATLAB all the time to visualize my data, trends, graphs. It offers a great user manual, and features various demos and example codes. MATLAB simulation is very user-friendly, and powerful. I analyze mathematical models in MATLAB simulation as well. I could not be happier with MATLAB. Cons I do not have any dislikes for MATLAB. The pricing is even right! I love everything about this software. Review Source Ronald A. CTO Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Excellent Engineering software mainly for the Engineering Mathematics problems and when it comes to " December 5, 2022 5.0 It's a very much used software, first shot introduced to it while at Campus and still applicable in several design companies. Pros It has most of the Engineering Mathematics problems addressed. It's very practical when it comes to design of Engineering Problems. Cons It's not that I like it least but if only it could also include some Engineering sectors like the Civil works of Geotechnical/Foundation, then it would be more used. Review Source Redaet D. Microscopy Technican Research Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "A must use in the biological world" May 27, 2021 5.0 I use Matlab personally to get quantitative data from micrscopy images. This allows me to report details in strucure and migration for cellular biology images. Although it's tricky when you first start using Matlab and it's counterparts, once you understand or look through the forums it's smooth sailing. Keep in mind if you plan on doing intensive analysis/calculations that's all possible with Matlab which has been extremly benefical for me but you will need a good computer. I find that some users play the software for lag/delays but Matlab is calculating such complex and small detailed analysis that the computer creates the delay in communication back to them. Overall without this program I would not have been able to 1)finish my Masters thesis and 2)provide support to my customers with my current job. Pros Matlab's additional plugins and programming abilities has helped with my research analysis incredibly. It's allowed me to measure details that have not been reported in the past and has allowed me to learn more about coding language. I used a plugin known as celltracker. When doing so I was able to launch and see the additional coding. This helped me customize other scripts I later created for my work because I was able to see the backbone scripts through matlab. It's a lot more user friendly than other softwares like Fiji or R but because the language is similar it made it for an easier transition for me personally. Cons If you're using matlab for graphing data I find that the coding and implementation of stylistics components a bit more complicated than say using Prism or R. Sometimes text background looks dated and trying to change it takes a lot longer than it should. A really nice feature is the 3D graphs that are produced through Matlab but sadly they are pretty hard to transfer to reports and publications unless you capture the graph at a specific angle or use a screen recording of turning the 3D graph for presentation purposes. Switched from [GraphPad Prism](https://www.capterra.com/p/119786/GraphPad-Prism/) I need more 3D graphs and migraiton based graphs which I couldn't get with the other softwares. Review Source Alexandre Binh Minh P. Research Engineer Research Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Semi-opensource multifunctional software with helpful community" August 30, 2022 5.0 MATLAB has been my universal tool during all my years of undergraduate and graduate study. I use it whenever I have a smallest simulation and/or data presentation pf physics problems. Light, easy to deploy and easy to read, MATLAB helped me success in my exams and semester projects. Pros Almost every college is equipped with MATLAB, meaning every student can use it for free. While the possibilities of tasks that can be realized by MATLAB is endless, with monstrous amount of extensions and programmable open-source libraries, MATBAB comes with mathworks.com - the community that answer all of your question from syntaxes to algorithms. MATLAB is being THE tool of the people. Cons In some poor country where universities cannot afford to use MATLAB, instead of using MATLAB illegally, students are taught with a diluted version of it such as SciLAB or other open sources... causing them a syntax gap later while using MATLAB like everyone else. I would appreciate if the price in third world countries could be reduced. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Electronics Engineer Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "MATLAB.....OR YOU CAN CALL IT "MATH-LAB"" June 5, 2024 5.0 On an engineering scale i appreciate matlab and find it as one of the best tools and specially its graphical features which is very important for comparisons. It helped me a lot of times to find the most optimal solution or method for a particular situation Pros Best thing about MATLAB is its versatility and wide range of capabilities. I am an Engineer and i appreciate its importance but similarly other fields also like scientists or students also appreciate it. MATLAB's extensive library of built-in functions, toolboxes, and specialized packages makes it so easy to use and so useful. The integration of matlab with other software tools and devices helps an organization to design products with its help. Cons Matlab license fees is annual and might be costly for small organization but apart from that it may impose restrictions on the usage and distribution of MATLAB code and applications. Also there might be difficulty in integrating matlab with some softwares in a non matlab environment Review Source Gianetan S. Assistant Professor in Computer Applications Research Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The Harbinger of Engineering Research" December 13, 2019 4.0 MATLAB has been at the centerstage of our academic activities in general and research in particular. It has helped in solving research problems in the area of image processing. Medical diagnosis of various diseases, object recognition and character recognition are some specific areas in which MATLAB has been really useful. Now I am also researching in the area of data science. I have found it to be surprisingly and pleasantly useful in this area although people are making use of Python and its libraries and R for this purpose. Pros The abstraction of best of the cutting edge techniques scaled down to function level makes it powerhouse of research in the field of science and engineering. Input of data in the form of matrices make it intuitive to use and visualization of data makes it an extension of your own mind. It doesn't take much time before it gets you working with the lifeless data transforming it useful insights. Cons The black box approach of using functions wherein you are aware what the input and output of function is but not its source code is a double edge sword. Whereas it makes it easy to use the function per se but it also makes it difficult to customize software. The source code of the commonly used functions should be available. Alternatives considered [Wolfram Mathematica](https://www.capterra.com/p/171048/Wolfram-Mathematica/) Reason for choosing MATLAB MATLAB and Simulink has wider reach as far as science and engineering research is concerned as compared to Wolfram Mathematica. The use of matrices and provision of relevant toolboxes makes MATLAB a programmer's delight. MATLAB has a huge following which contributes tremendous amount of knowledge on various forums such as Github and Quora. If you aim some of the best universities one can be confident it shall find a vast acceptance among the teacher community. Review Source ER Eduardo R. Mechanical Engineering Student Higher Education Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Is MATLAB worth it?" June 30, 2021 5.0 Thanks to MATLAB at an undergraduate level, I have been able model of the velocity of a piston inside a car’s engine with respect to the output velocity of the car and the gearbox ratios, another application for me has been the model for waves generated in a small pond due to harmonic oscillators with different input frequencies. The flight of a rocket ship with respect to the amount of fuel and outside forces acting on it was also represented thanks to MATLAB. Graphs for the position, velocity, and acceleration of an automobile. The representation of a direct current linear motor where thanks to electromagnetic forces (Lorentz force) move an object through rails charged with an electric current, the position, velocity, and acceleration could be known at any instant of time thanks to MATLAB. This and many other more demanding applications exist for this powerful software. MATLAB is definitely worth it for engineers and scientists trying to study and understand a physical real-life phenomenon. This and many other more demaning applications exist for this powerful software. MATLAB is definetly worth it for engineers and scientists trying to study and undesrtant a physical real life phenomenon. Pros MATLAB is a very powerful software capable of modeling almost any physical real-life situation. The software can work with lots of data thanks to its matrix-based language. It all depends on the capabilities and competence of the user to be able to code the real-life scenario into a mathematical representation that gives the user very reliable results. Thanks to MATLAB's online documentation you can learn easily how to input your ideas into a functional program, performance wise MATLAB delivers. Cons If you run across complex problems the running time might take long, but MATLAB offers an online alternative where the processing occurs remotely and not dependent of your computer specs. Review Source Alejandro Daniel C. Desarrollador Internet Used the software for: 2+ years ### "MATLAB is the solution to make quickly and powerful programs." February 16, 2018 5.0 Pros MATLAB is a very complete suite to make programs using a simple language and with an very intuitive workspace. Although is simple, it's very powerful, and have a lot of toolboxes that you can install for specifics themes, like electronic theory, image processing, digital systems, etc. You can also create Graphic User Interfaces whit the wizard that MATLAB has. This is simple because you don't have to manipulate graphic libraries, and you don't have problems if you change your platform, I mean, you can start a program in OS X and you can open it in a Windows environment. If you have a little knowledge of C/C++/Java, you can start using MATLAB and write simple programs just with open the app. Also it has powerful complements like SIMULINK, where you can study the response of electrical circuits by drawing them with boxes and lines, very intuitive. Cons I work a lot by making Graphic User Interfaces, because the independence of any graphic library, but I dislike that when the GUI started to grow up and have a lot of things inside, MATLAB start to work slowly and sometimes, you have to reboot the program. Also I work a lot with microprocessors, programming in C/C++, and when I have to return to MATLAB, I need to "translate" the C/C++ codes to MATLAB code. Another thing that I dislike is that you only can have one function per file. I mean, you can't make a library all in one file, and if you have a big project, you have to have a lot of different files and the size of it start to grow quickly. 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