MATLAB

MATLAB is the numerical computing and programming environment from MathWorks, sold alongside the Simulink modeling and simulation platform. Engineers and scientists use it for data analysis, algorithm development, modeling, simulation and application deployment, with a large library of add on toolboxes covering areas such as control systems, robotics, wireless communications, optimization, parallel computing and code generation. Its AI capabilities sit in two places. The Deep Learning Toolbox and the Statistics and Machine Learning Toolbox provide neural network and machine learning workflows. MathWorks also lists a Generative and Agentic AI group of products, with MATLAB Copilot, Simulink Copilot and Polyspace Copilot, and MATLAB, Simulink and Polyspace Agentic Toolkits, aimed at engineers who want AI assistance inside their existing workflows. The current release is R2026b. MATLAB suits engineering teams in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, robotics and electronics, as well as academic researchers and students. Training courses, courseware for educators and student programs are offered. MathWorks publishes license pricing by intended use: Standard for commercial, government and other organizations, Startups, Academic, Student and Home, each available as an annual or perpetual license where applicable. The pricing page shows an individual license at USD 940 per year for the Standard option, while other options point to a quote, a free trial request or a notice that the license is not available in every region. Add on products are priced separately and listed on the same page, and a free trial is offered.