| License Type | New License (USD) | Upgrade from 17 (USD) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Stata/BE (Basic Edition) | $298 | $195 | | Stata/SE (Standard Edition) | $1,195 | $695 | | Stata/MP (Multi-processor) – 2 cores | $2,495 | $1,295 | | Stata/MP – 4 cores | $3,195 | $1,595 |
For over three decades, Stata has been a cornerstone in the toolkit of academic researchers, economists, epidemiologists, and political scientists. Known for its balance between command-line precision and point-and-click accessibility, each new version generates significant buzz in the quantitative community. With the release of , StataCorp has once again raised the bar. This release is not merely an incremental update; it is a robust leap forward in data visualization, causal inference, reporting, and, most notably, integration with Python. Stata 18
: 4.7/5 Highly recommended for professional researchers. Misses a perfect score only due to pricing and lack of native cloud support. Have you used Stata 18? Share your experience in the comments below. For more articles, tutorials, and cheat sheets on Stata, subscribe to our newsletter. | License Type | New License (USD) |