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Micromine vs Minemax

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Micromine

Mining

Exploration and mine design software solution

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Minemax logo

Minemax

Mining

Integrated mining software for geological and operational excellence

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Micromine no pricing information published on website; Minemax minemax.com/products returns a 301 redirect to dataminesoftware.com; Minemax products are now sold within the Datamine planning range
  • They diverge on capability: Micromine covers Data management, Minemax covers Production scheduling.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Micromine and Minemax actually diverge.

Attributes where Micromine and Minemax differ
AttributeMicromineMinemax
Pricing modelquotesubscription
PlatformsWebWindows
Founded19861995

Identical on both: starting price (On request), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Mining).

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 Micromine

  • Data management
  • Scheduling
  • AutoCAD
  • ArcGIS
  • Excel

Only in Minemax

  • Production scheduling
  • Pit optimization
  • Datamine
  • Surpac
  • SAP

Both cover

  • Geological modeling
  • Resource estimation
  • Mine design
  • Leapfrog
  • Vulcan
  • Windows support

What people use each for

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

Micromine

  • Geological exploration and modellingnot Minemax
  • Resource estimation and geostatisticsnot Minemax
  • Mine design and surveyingnot Minemax
  • Mine planning and schedulingnot Minemax
  • Fleet management and mine operationsnot Minemax

Minemax

  • Strategic open pit and underground mine schedule optimisationnot Micromine
  • Life of mine planning to maximise net present valuenot Micromine
  • Operational short interval mine schedulingnot Micromine

Where each one falls short

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

Micromine

  • No pricing information published on website
  • Customers must schedule demos to learn pricing
  • Pricing requires direct sales contact

Minemax

  • minemax.com/products returns a 301 redirect to dataminesoftware.com; Minemax products are now sold within the Datamine planning range
  • No pricing is published for any Minemax product; licences are obtained by contacting the Datamine sales team
  • Products are sold as role based Planning Bundles rather than individual licences, with the claimed saving of up to 33 percent measured against standalone licence cost

Pricing, plan by plan

Micromine

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Micromine review.

Minemax

On request
  • Minemax Standard$13000/year
    • Geological modeling
    • Mine design
    • Resource estimation
  • Minemax Premium$23000/year
    • Advanced optimization
    • Production scheduling
    • Fleet management

Which should you pick?

Choose Micromine if

  • You need data management.
  • You also want scheduling.
Micromine review

Choose Minemax if

  • You need production scheduling.
  • You work on Windows.
  • You also want pit optimization.
Minemax review

Questions people ask

Is Micromine or Minemax better?
Neither clearly leads. Micromine starts at On request and Minemax at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Micromine or Minemax?
Micromine starts at On request and Minemax at On request.
Does Micromine or Minemax run on more platforms?
Micromine runs on Web. Minemax runs on Windows.
What is Micromine best used for?
Micromine is most often used for geological exploration and modelling, resource estimation and geostatistics, mine design and surveying, mine planning and scheduling. Of those, geological exploration and modelling and resource estimation and geostatistics are not what Minemax is typically brought in for.
What can Micromine do that Minemax cannot?
Micromine covers Data management, Scheduling, AutoCAD, ArcGIS. Minemax covers Production scheduling, Pit optimization, Datamine, Surpac. Both handle Geological modeling, Resource estimation, Mine design, Leapfrog.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Micromine: How much does Micromine software cost?

Micromine does not publish pricing on their website. Customers are directed to schedule a demo with a specialist or contact the sales team to obtain pricing information for Micromine mining software.

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Minemax: Is MineMax still sold under its original name?

No. MineMax has been consolidated into Datamine Software and is no longer sold as a standalone product. The product is referenced as 'Minemax Tempo' and other Minemax-branded modules within Datamine's planning bundles.

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Micromine: What is Micromine's business model for pricing?

Micromine uses a custom pricing model that requires direct engagement with their sales team. The company emphasizes consultation with specialists and custom demonstrations rather than transparent online pricing.

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Minemax: Does Datamine publish its pricing?

No. Datamine uses a role-based licensing model with demo and contact forms required to get pricing. The site directs prospects to 'Talk to us' rather than displaying public rates.

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Micromine: Does Micromine offer free trials or consultations?

Micromine's website emphasizes connecting with representatives for demos, consultations, and training support. Specific trial availability and terms are discussed directly with their sales team.

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Minemax: What is the licensing model for Datamine planning software?

Datamine offers role-based planning bundles including Strategic Mine Planner, Operations Planner, and Surveyor/Technician bundles. Each bundle includes a specific set of modules. A la carte individual licenses are also available.

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Minemax: Do bundled licenses offer savings?

Yes. Datamine states that bundled licenses can save up to 33 percent compared to purchasing standalone licenses for the same modules.

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