AVEVA PRO/II Simulation
AVEVA PRO/II Simulation: A detailed process simulator for engineers modeling steady-state plant operations. Ranked #1 of 15 in Chemical Software by our editors (9.0/10); pricing: Pricing on request; best for process engineers modeling steady-state plants.
At a glance
- Editor score9.0 / 10
- PricingPricing on request
- Best forProcess engineers modeling steady-state plants
- Founded1967 · Cambridge, UK
- Facts checked24 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Rigorous heat, mass and energy balance calculations
- Broad unit-operation and reactor models with physical-property libraries
- Excel, specialist-tool and supply-chain assay integrations
Where it doesn't
- Pricing requires a sales engagement
- Focuses on steady-state process simulation
- Specialist integrations and custom models may demand process expertise
Our verdict on AVEVA PRO/II Simulation
AVEVA PRO/II Simulation models steady-state operations for engineers designing, revamping or analyzing chemical and industrial plants. Its scope includes chemical, refining, petrochemical and pharmaceutical processes, with uses such as debottlenecking, yield optimization and comparing plant configurations. The core is rigorous heat, mass and energy balance calculations, supported by thermodynamic and physical-property libraries and models for unit operations and reactors. Process engineers who need detailed steady-state analysis across plant operations are its clearest audience.
The model extends beyond standard unit operations through custom component data management and Excel-based modeling, reporting and simulation control. Integrations include HTRI, OLI, Koch-Glitsch and MySep, as well as assay-information integration with AVEVA Unified Supply Chain. Those connections and custom capabilities suit teams that rely on specialist process tools or spreadsheet workflows. CAPEX/OPEX economics and scope 1/2 emissions calculations also connect process modeling with economic and emissions analysis. Buyers seeking a simpler tool for a narrow modeling task may find this breadth unnecessary.
Deployment is available through cloud access with secure user controls or as an on-premises option. According to AVEVA's pricing information, sales engagement is required; the published description of SaaS usage-based pricing provides no amounts, so teams need to discuss costs directly with the vendor. This makes it harder to compare cost before engaging, particularly for organizations evaluating tools by published price. PRO/II is a fit for mid-market and enterprise teams that need rigorous plant simulation, deployment choice and specialized integrations. Those looking for an immediately priced, lightweight alternative should consider a narrower tool.
AVEVA PRO/II Simulation pricing
AVEVA PRO/II Simulation fact sheet
| Free plan | Not verified |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| SDS management | Not verified |
| Chemical inventory | Not verified |
| Formulation management | Not verified |
| Regulatory compliance | Yes |
| Deployment | Both |
| Mobile access | Not verified |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web |
| Support | Live chat, Docs |
| Built for | Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 6 integrations: Microsoft Excel, HTRI, OLI, Koch-Glitsch, MySep, AVEVA Unified Supply Chain |
| Pricing | Pricing on request |
| Website | aveva.com |
| Facts checked | 24 Sep 2026 |
AVEVA PRO/II Simulation integrations
AVEVA PRO/II Simulation lists 6 integrations on its own site.
- Microsoft Excel
- HTRI
- OLI
- Koch-Glitsch
- MySep
- AVEVA Unified Supply Chain
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