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JMP vs Stata

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JMP

Software

Statistical discovery software from SAS

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Stata logo

Stata

Software

Data science software for research professionals

From
$48/year
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only JMP has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: JMP the Internet Archive's capture of JMP's homepage on 13 January 2020 named five distinct editions, JMP, JMP Live, JMP Pro, JMP Clinical, and JMP Genomics, each targeting a different analysis use case, with no price figure published for any.; Stata the entry Stata/BE edition is capped at 2,048 variables and 798 independent variables in a model
  • They diverge on capability: JMP covers Interactive statistics, Stata covers Statistical analysis.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which JMP and Stata actually diverge.

Attributes where JMP and Stata differ
AttributeJMPStata
Starting priceFree$48/year
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsMac, WindowsLinux, Mac, Windows
Founded19761985

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in JMP

  • Interactive statistics
  • Dynamic visualization
  • Design of experiments
  • Predictive modeling
  • Quality control
  • R
  • MATLAB

Only in Stata

  • Statistical analysis
  • Data management
  • Graphics
  • Econometrics
  • Survey analysis
  • ODBC
  • Linux support

Both cover

  • SAS
  • Python
  • Excel
  • Mac support
  • Windows support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

JMP

  • Machine learningnot Stata
  • Data analysisnot Stata
  • Model trainingnot Stata
  • Predictive analyticsnot Stata

Stata

  • Statistical analysis and econometrics on panel and survey datanot JMP
  • Reproducible research with do files and logsnot JMP
  • Teaching quantitative methods to studentsnot JMP

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

JMP

  • The Internet Archive's capture of JMP's homepage on 13 January 2020 named five distinct editions, JMP, JMP Live, JMP Pro, JMP Clinical, and JMP Genomics, each targeting a different analysis use case, with no price figure published for any.

Stata

  • The entry Stata/BE edition is capped at 2,048 variables and 798 independent variables in a model
  • Raising the variable limit to 32,767 requires Stata/SE and 120,000 requires Stata/MP
  • Stata/MP is licensed by core count, so 2 core and 4 core licences are priced separately
  • Student licences require proof of enrolment at a degree granting institution
  • Stata/MP is not sold on a 6 month student term
  • Perpetual student licences cost several times the annual price, for example $298 against $94 for Stata/BE

Pricing, plan by plan

JMP

Free
  • TrialFree
    • 30-day trial
    • Full features
  • JMP$1785/year
    • Core JMP
    • Standard features

Stata

$48/year
  • Stata/BE$48/year
    • Basic edition
    • Core features
  • Stata/SE$295/year
    • Standard edition
    • Larger datasets

Which should you pick?

Choose JMP if

  • You need interactive statistics.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Mac, Windows.
  • You also want dynamic visualization.
JMP review

Choose Stata if

  • You need statistical analysis.
  • You work on Linux, Mac, Windows.
  • You also want data management.
Stata review

Questions people ask

Is JMP or Stata better?
Neither clearly leads. JMP starts at Free and Stata at $48/year, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, JMP or Stata?
JMP has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for JMP and $48/year for Stata.
Does JMP or Stata run on more platforms?
JMP runs on Mac, Windows. Stata runs on Linux, Mac, Windows.
Can I use JMP for free?
Yes. JMP has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Stata starts at $48/year.
What is JMP best used for?
JMP is most often used for machine learning, data analysis, model training, predictive analytics. Of those, machine learning and data analysis are not what Stata is typically brought in for.
What can JMP do that Stata cannot?
JMP covers Interactive statistics, Dynamic visualization, Design of experiments, Predictive modeling. Stata covers Statistical analysis, Data management, Graphics, Econometrics. Both handle SAS, Python, Excel, Mac support.
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