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XLSTAT: Statistical analysis directly in Excel.

XLSTAT extends Microsoft Excel with statistical methods, visualizations, and modeling—without requiring users to write code. This page explains the available solutions before leading into the complete feature comparison.

150.000+users worldwide Practice and academiabusinesses, universities, and research institutions 2026ease-of-use recognition for data analysis and data mining
What XLSTAT does

Statistical analysis without changing your working environment

XLSTAT operates as an extension within Microsoft Excel. Data can be prepared, checked, analyzed, and visualized in the environment where many users already manage it.

Its scope ranges from descriptive statistics, hypothesis tests, and regression to sensory and marketing analysis, machine learning, time series, survival analysis, and design of experiments. Results are provided as detailed reports and customizable Excel charts.

A typical workflow

  1. 1

    Prepare dataClean, structure, and sample your data.

  2. 2

    Choose a methodRun the analysis through dialogs; no coding is required.

  3. 3

    Use the resultsReview and customize reports and charts in Excel.

Documentation, tutorials, and support complement the software. Dedicated academic licensing is available for research and teaching.

Why XLSTAT?

Accessible statistics, understandable results, and reusable workflows

Make statistics accessible

Dialog-based tools enable complex analysis directly in Excel without requiring users to write code.

Analyze with greater confidence

AI assistance, in-app guidance, and included demo data support method selection, error prevention, and interpretation.

Accelerate repeated work

Workflows can be automated, analyses reused, and reports generated in a few steps. According to the provider, recurring tasks can be completed up to 50% faster.

Work seamlessly in Excel

More than 300 statistical tools, intuitive dialogs, and imports from external sources are available without a separate analysis environment.

Analyze data efficiently

AI can summarize data, recommend methods, and explain results. High-performance algorithms support complex models and large datasets.

Share insights clearly

Customizable visualizations and exports to Excel, Word, or PowerPoint make it easier to communicate findings to teams and decision-makers.

Core application areas

The feature set covers the path from exploration to specialized analytical work.

Data exploration and visualization

Identify patterns, groups, and segments with visualizations, multivariate methods, and clustering.

Modeling and machine learning

Use regression and classification for forecasting and informed operational or strategic decisions.

Sensory and consumer research

Analyze sensory and consumer data to support product development and targeted market strategies.

Quality control and Six Sigma

Monitor and systematically improve process and product quality with statistical methods.

Time series analysis

Identify trends and forecast future developments with specialized time-series methods.

Life sciences analytics

Analyze biological, medical, pharmaceutical, and biomedical data with specialized methods.

XLSTAT in brief

A first look at working with XLSTAT

This short introductory video shows how XLSTAT integrates statistical analysis into the familiar Excel working environment.

Which solution fits which task?

Three clearly separated core packages

Essentials, Standard, and Advanced are cumulative: each higher tier contains the features of the preceding tier. The two specialized options address separate use cases and are therefore shown independently.

Experience from practice

How XLSTAT is used in research, teaching, and industry

Carlo Lauro notes that XLSTAT supports both his teaching and research requirements, provides current high-performance algorithms, and can be extended through its R integration.

Carlo LauroProfessor Emeritus of Statistics, University of Naples Federico II

Emily Marucci describes the clearly designed interface as particularly approachable and emphasizes how easily analyses can be carried out.

Emily MarucciHybrid Cloud Portfolio Specialist, IBM

Ivan Mendez regularly uses XLSTAT for ANOVA in sensory evaluation. The relevant industry options shorten the analysis and leave more time for conclusions and recommendations.

Ivan MendezExecutive Director, MBSense

Rafael Repiso uses XLSTAT in statistics courses because it covers the required methods while allowing students to work in the familiar Excel environment.

Rafael RepisoProfessor, International University of La Rioja
From need to package

Know the method you need, but not the package?

Search for one or more features and select what you need. The finder automatically identifies the smallest core package that contains every selected method.

Open the product finder

Important: 3DPlot and LatentClass are separate Windows options. They are not part of the package matrix and are not recommended automatically.

From need to package

XLSTAT product and feature finder

Search, filter, or select: the mapping is based on the complete feature matrix containing 265 features.

The recommendation evaluates feature coverage only. License type, term, operating system, and organizational requirements must be reviewed separately.

Choose your next step

Try XLSTAT, request a quote, or discuss your requirements

You can explore XLSTAT without commitment, request a quote for the appropriate package, or clarify any remaining questions in a personal consultation.

Personal consultation
Explore XLSTAT without commitment

Try XLSTAT free for 14 days

The trial lets you explore, visualize, and model data in one interface. It is equivalent to XLSTAT Advanced and, according to the provider, includes access to more than 300 statistical features including AI-assisted tools. It begins after registration is completed, runs for 14 days, and cannot be renewed or extended.

14days free Advancedfeature scope 0 €no credit card

Note: The provider’s trial feature count and the 265 entries in the comparison matrix use different groupings.

  1. 1

    Request and install the trial

    Use the form to request the download link. Download the appropriate installer for Windows or macOS, run it, and open XLSTAT when installation is complete.

  2. 2

    Activate XLSTAT

    Launch the application and complete the registration in XLSTAT. Your trial period will then start automatically.

  3. 3

    Decide after the trial

    When the trial expires, you can choose an XLSTAT license or continue with the permanently available free version, which contains a limited set of basic features.

No credit card details are requested for the trial, so there is no automatic charge when it expires.

Frequently asked questions about XLSTAT

Technology, applications, privacy, and licensing

The key points for evaluating XLSTAT in practice are summarized here.

Topics for choosing methods

The official product page places particular emphasis on three practical questions.

Accelerate product development

Sensory analysis tools help turn extensive prototype data into clear findings and concrete development decisions.

AI in statistical analysis

The AI Assistant combines AI-supported guidance and interpretation with statistical and no-code methods inside Excel.

Choose the right statistical test

Selection should start with the research question, data type, sampling design, and the assumptions of the method.

Why is XLSTAT particularly suitable for Excel users?

XLSTAT combines a broad statistical feature set with the familiar Excel interface. More than 150,000 people worldwide use it for advanced analysis without moving to a separate programming environment.

What does statistical software do?

It applies statistical methods to complex data, reveals patterns, and supports defensible conclusions. XLSTAT ranges from descriptive statistics and regression to machine learning, time-series forecasting, and life-sciences analytics.

Where is XLSTAT used?

Typical fields include business, higher education, research, healthcare, engineering, life sciences, sensory research, consumer and market research, and quality management.

Does XLSTAT work on Windows and macOS?

Yes. XLSTAT is available for Microsoft Excel on Windows and macOS. Individual specialized features are explicitly marked in the feature matrix when they are available only on Windows.

Which statistical tests are available?

Available methods include one- and two-proportion tests, tests for independent or paired samples, t- and z-tests, variance tests, and equivalence tests. Data can be prepared and processed without coding.

Can XLSTAT be tried for free?

Yes. The 14-day trial provides the XLSTAT Advanced feature scope and can be requested through the free-trial form embedded on this page.

Are academic rates available?

Discounted or flexible academic licensing is available for students, researchers, and educational institutions. The appropriate arrangement can be clarified through a consultation or quote request.

Can XLSTAT handle large datasets?

The advanced import wizard can load and analyze data beyond Excel’s native size limits. For large datasets, the provider recommends the 64-bit version of Microsoft Office.

Can XLSTAT integrate with R?

Yes. XLSTAT-R and the R Notebook combine the flexibility of R with the dialog-based Excel interface and support extensible analytical workflows.

How does XLSTAT differ from traditional statistical software?

The main difference is its native Excel integration. It also combines a broad cross-industry feature set, AI assistance, sensory methods, automation, and R integration in one working environment.

How is XLSTAT added to Excel?

After requesting a trial or license, run the appropriate installer. XLSTAT can be launched when installation is complete and then appears as a separate tab in the Excel ribbon.

How does XLSTAT support privacy and confidentiality?

Data and analysis results are stored locally in Excel on the user’s computer. Sensitive analytical data therefore does not need to be transferred to an external service for normal processing.

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