About MATLAB

MATLAB is a programming platform designed to help businesses and educational institutions develop algorithms, analyze data, create applications and more. MATLAB's live editor lets businesses create scripts to combine formatted text and enhance code with headings, images and hyperlinks. Professionals can publish live scripts in HTML, LaTeX, Microsoft Word or PDF formats and organize, analyze and clean data sets from several fields such as climatology, medical research, predictive maintenance and finance, among other sectors. MATLAB includes various pre-built functions for signal processing, machine learning and statistical analysis. Pricing is available on perpetual or annual licenses and support is extended via forums, video tutorials, documentation and phone.
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MATLAB pricing

MATLAB does not have a free version but does offer a free trial. MATLAB paid version starts at US$203.63/year.

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Yamilka
Yamilka
  • Industry: Computer Software
  • Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 6-12 months
  • Review Source
Value for Money
4
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
4

4.0
Reviewed on 23/11/2023

MATLAB Magic: Transformative Learning for Aspiring Software Engineers

In my pursuit of becoming a software engineer, MATLAB served as my guide through intricate mathematical models and algorithms. Its graphical skills improved my comprehension of software ideas that are essential to my academic career by transforming abstract theories into concrete visualisations.

Pros

For students studying software development, MATLAB is a useful tool. Its vast function library and simple syntax enable quick algorithm building and experimentation. The visualisation tools are excellent and aid in the understanding of difficult ideas. MATLAB is more than just a simple coding environment because to its seamless integration of modelling and simulation tools.

Cons

While MATLAB provides a wide range of tools, students on a tight budget may find the cost of the licence to be a drawback. Collaboration may also be limited by the fact that MATLAB scripts might not be as portable as programmes written in other languages. Because of its various features, some users could find the UI confusing.

Verified Reviewer
  • Industry: Computer Software
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 6-12 months
  • Review Source
Value for Money
0
Features
5
Ease of Use
4
Customer Support
0

5.0
Reviewed on 5/05/2024

Amazing simulator for digital communication systems

MATLAB has helped me get a better understanding of modulation, demodulation, quantization, and various other concepts of digital communication through visualization and graphs. I also used it to play around with gaussian, segmentation and filters. A must-know for every aspiring ece engineer out there!

Pros

It's easy syntax and predefined functions make the simulation of digital communication systems and techniques so easy and intuitive. I have gained abundant experience by going through the documentation and have been able to implement complex mathematical concepts with MATLAB.

Cons

It's a bit pricey if you don't have a subscription from your academic institution email. Also, it's not open source so you cannot customize it according to your specific needs, which makes it challenging for people in fields like machine learning.

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Reasons for Switching to MATLAB

MATLAB has better libraries suited to my needs and coursework as compared to other products.
Amin
  • Industry: Higher Education
  • Company size: 201–500 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
4
Features
4
Ease of Use
4
Customer Support
0

4.0
Reviewed on 24/01/2025

MATLAB is the most convenient programming language

I have over 10 years of experience working with Matlab. As it is usually offered by schools, I strongly suggest any student in engineering like myself to learn it and use it.

Pros

It is really easy to write scripts. Compare to other languages like Python, the interface is user-friendly and also the software barely crashes.

Cons

Some libraries are only available for purchase which is not cheap. I wish MATLAB could release more libraries and packages with the software.

Tam
  • Industry: Telecommunications
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Monthly for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
2
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
2

3.0
Reviewed on 24/01/2025

Matlab Losing crown to Python, but I still love it.

I still like Matlab, especially all my old codes are in Matlab, lot of built-in Math functions which makes it convenience.

Pros

Easy to use, had a large library for engineer, used to be the language of choice for all EE engineers.

Cons

Matlab is closed source, that's how it lost the crown to python.

Akif Yasar
  • Industry: Computer & Network Security
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
3
Features
5
Ease of Use
3
Customer Support
4

4.0
Reviewed on 31/10/2024

Matlab User Feedback

We are using this for academic purposes and it allows us to see formulated information in a simulation environment

Pros

It provides us an important simulation data

Cons

It is not user friendly app (hard to use for some features)

SHAIK
  • Industry: Automotive
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 6-12 months
  • Review Source
Value for Money
4
Features
5
Ease of Use
4
Customer Support
4

5.0
Reviewed on 30/10/2023

Positives and Negatives

Very good for beginners for learning analysis software, and have best features for simulation

Pros

Very good software, easy to use and solves the difficult mathematical models

Cons

Software is little lag, and consumes more power( battery)

Chetan
Chetan
  • Industry: Education Management
  • Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
4
Ease of Use
4
Customer Support
4

4.0
Reviewed on 18/09/2024

MATLAB Review

I had used MATLAB for around 3 years for modelling and simulation of flight control systems of aircraft.

Pros

MATLAB is based on mathematical and physics equation's which makes simulation and modeling very easy task.It is most widely used tool in the robotics industry.

Cons

Sometimes simulation takes more than 24 hours to run and generate result.

Ronit
Ronit
  • Industry: Machinery
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Weekly for 1+ year
  • Review Source
Value for Money
4
Features
5
Ease of Use
4
Customer Support
5

5.0
Reviewed on 11/09/2024

MATLAB: Best Numerical Analyis and Computing Tool

The overall experience is good and definitely, learning and utilizing MATLAB has honed my skills towards the digital aspect of engineering.

Pros

MATLAB is the most powerful tool for numerical computation, analysis and visualization. The best thing is that it consists of rich and wide variety of built in functions, toolboxes, etc. Also, it has applications across many domains like hydraulics, thermal engineering, signal processing, etc.

Cons

MATLAB is a bit costly and most of the small organizations cannot have it on-board to use it. Also, it has a very integration to other applications.

Vijaya Phanindra
Vijaya Phanindra
  • Industry: Automotive
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Weekly for 1+ year
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

5.0
Reviewed on 8/10/2024

MATLAB for designing and modelling

I have used MATLAB for Machine learning and Deep learning application, Control systems and ADAS applications. It's a very interesting and useful tool

Pros

Matlab has different modules that can be used for modelling and designing control systems, ADAS and automotive related applications, AUTOSAR etc which helps me to work on my specialization

Cons

I do not have any dislikes for the MATLAB

Verified Reviewer
  • Industry: Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Monthly for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
4

4.0
Reviewed on 3/01/2025

Matlab review

Overall 10/10 would recommend to every student starting out with simulation

Pros

User friendly and very handy when it comes to simulating power electronics.

Cons

Battery runs out quickly if I use matlab.

KANISHKA
  • Industry: Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
4
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
4

5.0
Reviewed on 18/01/2024

life with matlab

My overall experience with MATLAB is positive. Its powerful computational capabilities and diverse toolset enhance my productivity. However, challenges like licensing costs and learning curves exist. Despite this, MATLAB remains my preferred choice for its efficiency in mathematical modeling, data analysis, and presentation tasks.

Pros

MATLAB is indispensable in my work. Its user-friendly interface simplifies complex computations. The vast library of functions accelerates development, while the versatile plotting tools enhance data visualization. Integration with various languages and toolboxes broadens its utility, making MATLAB my go-to for efficient, diverse tasks.

Cons

Despite MATLAB's strengths, I've encountered drawbacks. Its licensing cost can be prohibitive for some. Steeper learning curves for novices and limited speed in certain computations are notable challenges. Dependency on proprietary software and potential resource intensiveness can pose hurdles, impacting seamless collaboration and execution efficiency.

Zahra
  • Industry: Higher Education
  • Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
4
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
0

5.0
Reviewed on 22/02/2023

MALTAB is a perfect simulation and data visualization/analysis software for engineers and...

Overall, I have had a wonderful experience working with MALTAB. It totally worth it. I learned how to work with it in a short time. It includes lots of simulation blocks, embedded modules, and embedded libraries that are readily available. Therefore, you can save a lot of time using MATLAB becuase you do not need to write hundreds of line to introduce these embedded modules. If you are in an engineering or science profession, download and install MATLAB today, and start using it!

Pros

I love using MATLAB. I use it all the time at work for data analysis, data visualization, and running quick simulations. Here, I will mention a couple of MALTAB features that I find useful and I most like about it. MATLAB Graphical User Interface is simple, beautiful and intuitive. I find it very easy to work with. MATLAB is a user-friendly software for novice users. Coding in MATLAB is very easy because it is an interpreted language. If you are inexperienced in coding, you can learn MATLAB quickly. It also offers very helpful manuals online, and it includes various examples and demos that I find very helpful. MATLAB is being developed more often. Now, I can find very complex mathematical models embedded in it. I can easily use these models only by calling them in one line code. The simulink of MALTAB is a great tool for simulating complex systems. It includes almost all the blocks needed for simulating control systems. I used it all the time for doing my assignments and course projects when I was a student. I recommend MALTAB to all engineers, scientists, and professionals. You can save a lot of time and money using MALTAB.

Cons

I do not have any dislikes for MATLAB. The only thing I could mention is that MATLAB is pricy. Especially if you want to have more modules and embedded libraries, you have to pay more. I have been using the MATLAB license that my university purchased. It would be nice if they could make it more affordable. Another thing I can mention is that, MALTAB can be laggy and slow when you want to run a code for so many iterations.

Mayur
  • Industry: E-Learning
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

5.0
Reviewed on 18/02/2024

Matlab review

I was able to complete multiple numerical analytic exercises with Matlab; some of the implementations I completed were the Lagrange Method, Monty Hall Problem, Gauss-Jordan Elimination, and Newton-Raphson Method.

Pros

MATLAB is simple to learn and intuitive for data scientists and mathematicians to utilise.

Cons

Understanding how Matlab functions takes some time, and for new users who wish to begin using this programme, this can be especially challenging. However, with practice and patience, this complexity can be resolved.

Rafael
  • Industry: Civil Engineering
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 6-12 months
  • Review Source
Value for Money
3
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

5.0
Reviewed on 12/02/2024

Powerful tool for big data process application

Pros

It allows you to download data directly from compressed international repositories to servers with URL access. In addition to processing previous information, downloading avoiding increasing the space occupied for storage.

Cons

It's too heavy a program and uses a lot of team resources. It is a software that can be used only during its processes.

Georgios
  • Industry: Maritime
  • Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
4
Ease of Use
4
Customer Support
5

5.0
Reviewed on 1/02/2024

The key to your project success called Matlab.

If you are a liitle bit familiar with the program you will enjoy it.
Is a very helpful tool for every professional.
I suggest matlab without any doubt.

Pros

Matlab is the best program by the variety of options.
Many tools to analyze data
Is a very helpful program.
I'm an engineer and I'm using it on a weekly basis for machinery analysis projects.
Very satisfied a good and quality program

Cons

Need to spend a lot of time to learn all the feautures.
I was lucky because we have it as a lesson when I was on University.
So I learn all the basic structure of the program.

Manoj
  • Industry: Computer Software
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
  • Review Source
Value for Money
4
Features
4
Ease of Use
4
Customer Support
4

4.0
Reviewed on 8/03/2024

MATLAB review

Pros

.Plotting and data visualization are made possible by MATLAB's extensive toolkit.

Cons

It costs more than a standard C or Fortran compiler. People think it's too costly to buy.

Verified Reviewer
  • Industry: Design
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
4
Features
4
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
2

4.0
Reviewed on 3/06/2023

Numerical computations for engineering analysis becomes very easy for me when I use MATLAB

MATLAB is a valuable tool for mechanical engineers like me. Its powerful numerical computing capabilities, simulation tools, and data analysis features make it well-suited for a wide range of mechanical engineering tasks. MATLAB provides a convenient environment to develop algorithms, analyze systems, and visualize results.

Pros

MATLAB provides extensive libraries and functions for numerical computations, linear algebra, optimization, and solving complex equations. It allows engineers to perform calculations efficiently and accurately. It offers a wide range of tools and toolboxes for simulation and modeling. Mechanical engineers can create mathematical models, simulate and analyze mechanical systems, and evaluate their behavior under various conditions. It also provides excellent tools for data analysis, processing, and visualization. Engineers can manipulate large data sets, perform statistical analysis, and create meaningful visualizations to interpret and present their findings effectively.

Cons

MATLAB is a commercial software, and obtaining a license can be costly, especially for individual users or small engineering teams. However, academic versions and trial licenses are available for educational purposes. While it is highly capable for many tasks, it may not offer the same performance as lower-level languages like C or Fortran.

Charles
  • Industry: Research
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 6-12 months
  • Review Source
Value for Money
3
Features
5
Ease of Use
3
Customer Support
4

5.0
Reviewed on 5/10/2023

Provides a set of useful tools for statistical analysis and visual representation

Our firm focuses on market research and my work involves collecting data and sometimes analyzing and presenting it. MATLAB has the features we need to manage, analyze, and present data to help our clients make informed decisions. MATLAB is relatively easy to use when you understand the basic functions and helps us meet our clients' needs. Although it is relatively expensive and requires learning, it is a great tool once you understand how it works.

Pros

MATLAB provides a full set of tools to analyze data and derive meaning from all the figures we collect from the field. It can accommodate a broad range of data and simplifies the analysis stage. It also comes in handy when writing reports, presentations, and filling out research data sheets because of its data visualization. You can use it to simplify complicated data sets into graphs and charts, making it easy for a layman to understand.

Cons

MATLAB requires learning because it is not one of the easiest software to use. It has many intricate tools designed to perform simple and complex mathematical or statistical tasks. Therefore, users certainly need to learn to effectively use it. However, analyzing data with MATLAB and creating charts and graphs is not too complicated.

Verified Reviewer
  • Industry: Civil Engineering
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Monthly for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
5
Ease of Use
4
Customer Support
3

5.0
Reviewed on 24/08/2023

Matlab Review

Overall experience I'll give MatLabt 4 out of 5 Stars, is a really helpful tool for civil engineers

Pros

As a civil engineer, I use Matlab on a regular basis, The analysis is accurate, and the 3D modeling is easy to understand and present, also I like that it keeps updating for any change in regulation for construction designs

Cons

For beginners the interface and the programming language can be difficult, and I wish the software gave more tutorials and guides

Elijah
Elijah
  • Industry: Financial Services
  • Company size: 5,001–10,000 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

5.0
Reviewed on 19/05/2023

A powerful analysis and simulation tool.

MATLAB is highly versatile and can be used in a wide variety of applications, from research and development to production and automation. MATLAB is capable of handling large data sets and performing complex numerical and statistical analyses, making it an essential tool for any company that needs to process large amounts of information. Additionally, the ability to simulate complex systems in MATLAB is a great advantage for any company that needs to test designs before taking them to production.

Pros

As an automation engineer, I have been using MATLAB in my company for several years and can say that it is a powerful tool for analysis and simulation. One of the things I like best about MATLAB is its ease of use. The graphical user interface is intuitive and easy to learn, making the learning curve quite fast. Also, the syntax of the programming language is simple and clear, making it easy to write code.

Cons

One of the disadvantages of MATLAB is its cost. MATLAB is commercial software, and licenses can be expensive, especially for smaller companies. However, I think the price is worth it considering the benefits it offers.

Verified Reviewer
  • Industry: Financial Services
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 1+ year
  • Review Source
Value for Money
3
Features
5
Ease of Use
2
Customer Support
1

5.0
Reviewed on 30/10/2023

Ease of Matlab

For me is one of the most used and top rate tools

Pros

I think this is one of the most useful tools in engineering and others areas of knowledge

Cons

The documentation is too difficult to understand

George
George
  • Industry: Automotive
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
3
Features
4
Ease of Use
3
Customer Support
3

4.0
Reviewed on 20/07/2023

Matlab

Usually consultancy on CAE area integrated with other simulation commercial software, specially for post processing and evaluation of results.

Pros

The plotting, mathematical functions, machine learning and neural networks algorithm are most important features for my scope. The product is for professional people not for beginners so is not easy to use.I have integrated some functions in my simulation projects using and other commercial software.

Cons

The price is a bit higher for someone what start own business as consultant like me.

Verified Reviewer
  • Industry: Education Management
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Weekly for 1+ year
  • Review Source
Value for Money
0
Features
4
Ease of Use
3
Customer Support
0

4.0
Reviewed on 20/11/2023

MATLAB can be a powerful tool, but high onboarding costs

Pros

MATLAB is a powerful data manipulation and analysis program. It has features that exceed those of its competitors, including SAS and STATA.

Cons

The biggest con of MATLAB is that it takes a good amount of time to learn the programming language. Thus, the onboarding costs are significant.

Kuheli
Kuheli
  • Industry: Education Management
  • Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

5.0
Reviewed on 26/07/2023

The usefulness of MATLAB

Engineering became easier with MATLAB

Pros

During my engineering years MATLAB was so important for my studies.Right from data simulation to statistical models,we relied on MATLAB.It was very easy to learn and very efficient

Cons

Sometimes during long key functions it would take a bit while.

Hassa
  • Industry: Research
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
4
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

5.0
Reviewed on 22/07/2023

Poweder and eligible computing tool

I would always recommend it to everyone

Pros

Data visualisation, data management, data simulation and statistics

Cons

Insufficient amount of memory or storage

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