LCA Software Comparison
Compare the leading Life Cycle Assessment software tools. Find the right solution for your organization based on features, pricing, and use cases.
Quick Comparison
| Software | License | Pricing | Platforms | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| openLCA | Open Source | Free (support optional) | Windows, macOS, Linux | Visit |
| SimaPro | Commercial | From €4,800/year | Windows | Visit |
| One Click LCA | Commercial | Free tier available; paid plans from Designer to Enterprise | Web (Cloud-based) | Visit |
| LCA for Experts | Commercial | Contact for pricing | Windows | Visit |
| Umberto LCA+ | Commercial | Contact for pricing | Windows | Visit |
openLCA
by GreenDelta
Open-source LCA software with professional features. Free to use with optional support services.
Features
Core LCA
- Life Cycle Inventory
- Impact Assessment
- Uncertainty Analysis
- Monte Carlo Simulation
- Sensitivity Analysis
Data Management
- Database Import/Export
- ILCD Format Support
- EcoSpold Format
- PartialCollaboration Tools
Reporting
- HTML Reports
- Excel Export
- Sankey Diagrams
- PartialEPD Generation
Best For
- Researchers and academics
- Budget-conscious organizations
- Learning LCA methodology
- Open data initiatives
Limitations
- Smaller user community than commercial tools
- Less polished user interface
- Limited built-in templates
Supported Databases
SimaPro
by PRé Sustainability (now part of One Click LCA)
Industry-leading commercial LCA software with comprehensive features and extensive database support. In 2025, SimaPro and PRé Sustainability were acquired by One Click LCA, though SimaPro continues as a distinct product optimized for detailed LCA modeling.
Features
Core LCA
- Life Cycle Inventory
- Impact Assessment
- Uncertainty Analysis
- Monte Carlo Simulation
- Sensitivity Analysis
Data Management
- Database Import/Export
- ILCD Format Support
- EcoSpold Format
- Collaboration Tools
Reporting
- HTML Reports
- Excel Export
- Sankey Diagrams
- EPD Generation
Best For
- Professional consultants
- Large corporations
- EPD development
- Comprehensive LCA studies
Limitations
- Windows only
- Higher cost
- Steep learning curve for beginners
Supported Databases
One Click LCA
by One Click LCA (formerly San Francisco Oy)
Cloud-based sustainability platform specializing in construction and manufacturing LCA. In 2025, One Click LCA acquired SimaPro and PRé Sustainability, combining 35 years of SimaPro's scientific credibility with One Click LCA's automation and BIM integrations to form the world's largest LCA platform.
Features
Core LCA
- Life Cycle Inventory
- Impact Assessment
- Uncertainty Analysis
- PartialMonte Carlo Simulation
- Sensitivity Analysis
Data Management
- Database Import/Export
- ILCD Format Support
- PartialEcoSpold Format
- Collaboration Tools
Reporting
- HTML Reports
- Excel Export
- PartialSankey Diagrams
- EPD Generation
Best For
- Construction and building LCA
- BIM integration (Revit, ArchiCAD, Tekla)
- EPD development and publishing
- Green building certifications (LEED, BREEAM, DGNB)
Limitations
- Primarily focused on construction/building sector
- Full features require paid subscription
- Less suited for complex chemical/process LCA modeling
Supported Databases
LCA for Experts
by Sphera
Enterprise-grade LCA software (formerly GaBi) with extensive industry databases and integration capabilities.
Features
Core LCA
- Life Cycle Inventory
- Impact Assessment
- Uncertainty Analysis
- Monte Carlo Simulation
- Sensitivity Analysis
Data Management
- Database Import/Export
- ILCD Format Support
- EcoSpold Format
- Collaboration Tools
Reporting
- HTML Reports
- Excel Export
- Sankey Diagrams
- EPD Generation
Best For
- Large enterprises
- Supply chain analysis
- Automotive and electronics industries
- Complex product systems
Limitations
- Enterprise pricing
- Windows only
- Complex licensing model
Supported Databases
Umberto LCA+
by ifu Hamburg
Visual LCA software with intuitive flowchart-based modeling for material and energy flow analysis.
Features
Core LCA
- Life Cycle Inventory
- Impact Assessment
- Uncertainty Analysis
- Monte Carlo Simulation
- Sensitivity Analysis
Data Management
- Database Import/Export
- ILCD Format Support
- PartialEcoSpold Format
- PartialCollaboration Tools
Reporting
- HTML Reports
- Excel Export
- Sankey Diagrams
- PartialEPD Generation
Best For
- Visual learners
- Material flow analysis
- Process optimization
- Educational purposes
Limitations
- Smaller market share
- Windows only
- Less extensive documentation