Stata
7.8#2 in statistical analysis softwareFrom $175 a yearLinuxmacOSWindows
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StatsDirect
6.8#28 in statistical analysis softwareFree planFree planmacOSWindows
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| Fact | Stata | StatsDirect |
|---|---|---|
| Bayesian analysis | Yes | Yes |
| Data import formats | Excel XLS/XLSX, CSV and delimited text, SAS, SPSS, Parquet, dBase, SQL databases via JDBC/ODBC, FRED, and Haver | Microsoft Excel (.xlsx, .xls), formatted or plain text, common spreadsheet data |
| Deployment | desktop | desktop |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Regression models | Yes | Yes |
| Scripting support | Yes | Yes |
| Statistical tests | Yes | Yes |
Stata plans
- Stata/BE Prof+$175 a year
- Stata/SE Prof+$275 a year
- Stata/MP 2-core Prof+$395 a year
- Stata/MP 4-core Prof+$560 a year
- Stata/MP 6-core Prof+$675 a year
- Stata/MP 8-core Prof+$790 a year
StatsDirect plans
- StatsDirectFree
Pick Stata if…
Stata suits researchers and analysts who need statistical methods, data management, visualization, and reporting in a desktop application. Its listed Prof+ pricing is specifically for eligible university faculty and staff.
Pick StatsDirect if…
It suits researchers, educators, and learners working with statistical analysis, particularly in biomedical and public health fields. It may also suit users in other fields who need the listed statistical methods.