Tech specs
What do you like best about the product?
I’ve been using IBM SPSS for a while now, mainly for statistical analysis and research projects, and overall it’s a solid tool with a few caveats. On the positive side, the biggest strength of SPSS is that it makes complex statistical analysis far more approachable. The interface is much more user-friendly compared to coding-heavy tools like R or Python, especially for people who aren’t from a hardcore programming background. Running regressions, factor analysis, ANOVA, or even advanced tests becomes very straightforward with the menus and options. The output tables and charts are also clean, easy to export, and presentation-ready, which saves a lot of time.
What do you dislike about the product?
That being said, SPSS does feel a bit dated in some areas. The interface hasn’t evolved much over the years, and sometimes it feels clunky compared to newer platforms. It’s also not the best when it comes to handling really large datasets, performance can get slow. Another downside is the cost. For students it’s manageable with discounted licenses, but for professionals or small organizations, the pricing is quite steep compared to free alternatives like R or Python, which are more flexible if you’re willing to put in the effort to learn coding.
What do you like best about the product?
Its biggest strength for me beina a CMA Grad is the ability to convert raw financial and operational data into actionable cost insights — quickly and with statistical accuracy. For a costing and strategy plan, SPSS can: Analyze historical cost data to find patterns and inefficiencies. Run predictive models to forecast material, labor, and overhead costs. Simulate “what-if” scenarios for pricing, product mix, and market conditions. Quantify risk factors so you can plan contingencies. The likely win: i am not just preparing budgets — i am building a statistically validated roadmap that supports strategic decisions with evidence, not gut feeling
What do you dislike about the product?
IBM SPSS Statistics has a steep learning curve for financial professionals — its depth in statistical modeling means we can’t just “plug and play” without investing time in mastering its tools. Hidden strength in this drawback: Once we get comfortable, that very complexity becomes its biggest advantage, enabling us and the organisation to run multi-year cost forecasts, sensitivity analyses, and risk simulations at a level most generic accounting tools can’t touch. It’s basically saying: Yes, it’s tough at first — but that’s why it’s powerful.
What do you like best about the product?
IBM SPSS is a best software to learn. it is easy to use and has best result. It gives exact results.
What do you dislike about the product?
Nothing as such it is some where complicated
What do you like best about the product?
I really like how SPSS makes complex statistical analysis straightforward. The drag-and-drop interface for building tables and running tests saves a lot of time, and the output is well-organized and easy to interpret.
What do you dislike about the product?
The main drawback is that it can feel a bit heavy and slow when working with large datasets.
What do you like best about the product?
I find that IBM SPSS Statistics is a very useful and effective tool for managing, reviewing, and analyzing data in my university projects and work areas. It helps me solve statistical problems and perform more reliable analyses of candidates in recruitment. I also value its storage and integration features, which allow me to use it as a database to access and rework previous data when necessary. I consider it a comprehensive tool with very practical advanced features.
What do you dislike about the product?
At the beginning, I found the use of IBM SPSS Statistics a bit complex due to my limited experience and knowledge, preferring more basic tools. I feel that the platform is a bit outdated compared to other alternatives I have used, which complicated my initial adaptation. The setup process to run analyses is especially challenging for me, requiring a high level of manual technicality that I consider unnecessary and complicated for new users. Additionally, I believe the platform could be improved with more updates, such as the integration of artificial intelligence and new tools that make it easier to use, especially for new users. This affected my perception of the software's practicality, so I consider it should be more intuitive.
What do you like best about the product?
Accurate, fast, and easy to use. Best part is how easily it handles complex statistical analysis without making it feel complex. Simple interface, many built in options to work around. “Descriptive” is my favourite.
What do you dislike about the product?
It i had to pick something, it would be the license cost
What do you like best about the product?
I use SPSS every day working in Institutional Research in Higher Education. I have been using SPSS Statistics since version 9. I also use Custom Tables. This product allows me to easily analyze large amounts of data with ease.
What do you dislike about the product?
The only improvement I would suggest is when merging two data sets together that SPSS automatically assigns variable type and lengths to be the same. Another thing I miss are prior to IBM taking over SPSS, there were easy and affordable trainings available. Now it is complicated to register for training. I miss that.
What do you like best about the product?
It is particularly ideal for researchers and business professionals. It is very easy to use and I always appreciate an easy UI. The point and click system can be easily used to perform complex analyses without much knowledge of programming. I use it very frequently. Its easy to implement and I have not yet had to contact customer support.
What do you dislike about the product?
It is not too easy to use for new users especially ones who are unfamiliar with statistical analyses. Integration on other platforms is limited. High licensing costs so unfeasible for students. Lacks flexibility for personalization.
