Genstat
Statistics for research trials and experiments, sold by VSN International in England from £375
Quick Overview
| Company | VSN International Ltd (VSNi) |
|---|---|
| Category | Statistical Software |
| Headquarters | Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom |
| Founded | 2000 |
| EU Presence | Yes - United Kingdom |
| Data Location | Not stated for the software on the pages we read |
| Open Source | No |
| GDPR Compliant | Yes |
| Self-Hosting | Not stated |
| Main Features | ANOVA, linear mixed models (REML), GLMM and HGLM, regression, multivariate analysis, meta-analysis, experimental design, spatial analysis, genomics and QTL analysis, programming language |
| Pricing | Prices start from £375, according to the Genstat page; a quote can be requested. |
| Best For | Agricultural, plant and life-science researchers who run designed experiments and mixed models |
| Replaces | IBM SPSS Statistics |
Detailed Review
Genstat is a statistical package that VSN International Ltd (VSNi) sells for research and education. The VSNi contact page gives 2 Amberside House, Wood Lane, Hemel Hempstead HP2 4TP, England, as the address.
The VSNi about page says the company was formed in 2000 as a spin-off from Rothamsted and the Numerical Algorithms Group. We read the Genstat, contact, privacy and about pages on 5 November 2026.
Which company sells Genstat?
VSN International Limited is registered in England and Wales under company number 4027977, according to the VSNi about page. The VSNi privacy notice also names VSN International Ltd (VSNi) and was last updated on 22 October 2026.
The about page says VSNC, a wholly owned subsidiary, handles VSNi products in China.
What does Genstat do that IBM SPSS Statistics does less?
Genstat lists ANOVA for designs from one-way to multi-strata, linear mixed models by REML, experimental design tools and genomic and QTL analysis.
The VSNi page says Genstat integrates CycDesigN for experimental designs. IBM SPSS Statistics lists mixed models and generalized linear models in its advanced statistics add-on instead.
How much does Genstat cost?
The Genstat page states that prices start from £375 and offers a Request quote button. VSNi lists licensing on a separate licensing page that we did not read in full.
The IBM SPSS Statistics pricing page lists a Base subscription from $99.00 USD per authorized user.
Limitations to Consider
The pages we read do not state which operating systems Genstat supports or where data is processed. The price is a from-price, so the final cost depends on the quote and licence type. VSNi focuses on breeding, agriculture and life science, and Genstat may suit market research or survey work less well than IBM SPSS Statistics.
Who Should Use Genstat
Research groups running field, lab or clinical trials with designed experiments and mixed models, who want a UK vendor. Teams analysing surveys may prefer JASP or numiqo.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Registered English company with a company number
- Prices start from £375
- Mixed models by REML and ANOVA for complex designs
- Experimental design tools with CycDesigN
- Genomic and QTL analysis included
Cons
- Operating systems not stated on the pages we read
- From-price only, quote needed for the rest
- Focus on breeding and agriculture
- Licensing page not read in full
Alternatives to Genstat
Other European statistical software worth comparing before you decide:
See all European statistical software or compare them directly against IBM SPSS Statistics on our alternatives page.
Frequently Asked Questions
VSN International Ltd (VSNi) of Hemel Hempstead, England, registered in England and Wales under company number 4027977.
The Genstat page says prices start from £375. The final price depends on the licence, and VSNi offers a quote request.
Yes for research statistics, especially ANOVA, mixed models and experimental design. IBM SPSS Statistics is stronger for market-research and predictive modelling add-ons.