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DataRobot vs Stata

DataRobot logo

DataRobot

Machine Learning

Enterprise AI platform for automated machine learning

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Stata logo

Stata

Machine Learning

Data science software for research professionals

From
$48/year
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: DataRobot model transparency is limited, often resembling a black box with limited explainability; Stata the entry Stata/BE edition is capped at 2,048 variables and 798 independent variables in a model
  • They diverge on capability: DataRobot covers Automated ML, Stata covers Statistical analysis.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which DataRobot and Stata actually diverge.

Attributes where DataRobot and Stata differ
AttributeDataRobotStata
Starting priceOn request$48/year
PlatformsWebLinux, Mac, Windows
Founded20121985

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Machine Learning).

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 DataRobot

  • Automated ML
  • Model deployment
  • Time series
  • MLOps
  • Model monitoring
  • Snowflake
  • Databricks
  • AWS

Only in Stata

  • Statistical analysis
  • Data management
  • Graphics
  • Econometrics
  • Survey analysis
  • Python
  • ODBC
  • Excel

What people use each for

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

DataRobot

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

Stata

  • Statistical analysis and data analysisnot DataRobot
  • Econometric modelingnot DataRobot
  • Biostatistics and epidemiologynot DataRobot
  • Academic and research data analysisnot DataRobot

Where each one falls short

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

DataRobot

  • Model transparency is limited, often resembling a black box with limited explainability
  • Requires integration with separate data manipulation tools for complex data transformation
  • Lacks native Python and R code customization for proprietary algorithms
  • Dependence on cloud connectivity means offline capabilities are not available
  • Uploading sensitive data to third-party servers raises data privacy and security concerns

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

DataRobot

On request
  • TrialFree
    • Limited access
    • Basic features
  • EnterpriseFree
    • Full platform
    • AutoML
    • MLOps

Stata

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

Which should you pick?

Choose DataRobot if

  • You need automated ml.
  • You also want model deployment.
DataRobot 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 DataRobot or Stata better?
Neither clearly leads. DataRobot starts at On request and Stata at $48/year, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, DataRobot or Stata?
DataRobot starts at On request and Stata at $48/year.
Does DataRobot or Stata run on more platforms?
DataRobot runs on Web. Stata runs on Linux, Mac, Windows.
What is DataRobot best used for?
DataRobot 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 DataRobot do that Stata cannot?
DataRobot covers Automated ML, Model deployment, Time series, MLOps. Stata covers Statistical analysis, Data management, Graphics, Econometrics.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

DataRobot: Does DataRobot require data science expertise?

DataRobot automates much of the ML pipeline including data preparation, feature engineering, and model selection, making it more accessible to non-experts, though it is still an enterprise platform.

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Stata: How much does Stata cost?

Stata does not publish specific pricing on its website. Customers must use the 'Order Stata' or 'Request a quote' functions to obtain pricing. StataNow is available as a subscription option, but specific monthly or annual costs are not displayed publicly.

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DataRobot: What does DataRobot cost?

DataRobot uses custom enterprise pricing with typical starting costs around $2,500 per month for smaller organizations. For 10 users, monthly costs range from $15,000 to $20,000. Implementation and professional services are 20-40% of first-year contract value.

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Stata: What are the differences between Stata editions?

Stata offers multiple editions including Stata/BE and Stata/MP, with different capabilities and performance characteristics. Edition selection affects pricing, but specific comparisons and costs require requesting a quote.

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DataRobot: Does DataRobot support generative AI?

Yes, DataRobot offers generative AI capabilities with API-first integrations for LLMs, vector databases, and embedding models.

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Stata: Does Stata offer a subscription model?

Yes, StataNow is offered as a subscription option that delivers new features immediately upon release. However, specific pricing for StataNow subscriptions is not published on the website.

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DataRobot: Can DataRobot handle unstructured data?

Yes, DataRobot supports machine learning on both structured and unstructured data, including deep learning, NLP, and image analysis.

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