STARS
STARS: A targeted simulator for teams studying thermal, chemical, and geomechanical recovery. Ranked #14 of 19 in Oil and Gas Software by our editors (7.6/10); pricing: Pricing on request; best for teams modeling thermal or chemical recovery.
At a glance
- Editor score7.6 / 10
- PricingPricing on request
- Best forTeams modeling thermal or chemical recovery
- Well managementNo
- Founded1983 · Calgary, Alberta, Canada
- Facts checked24 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Simulates thermal methods such as SAGD and cyclic steam stimulation
- Models chemical EOR, including ASP, polymer, surfactant, and foam
- Covers complex wellbores, geomechanics, geochemistry, and geothermal systems
Where it doesn't
- Focused on reservoir simulation rather than broader oilfield workflows
- Pricing requires contacting CMG rather than selecting a published plan
- Its technical scope may exceed the needs of teams with simpler modeling goals
Our verdict on STARS
STARS is a multiphase, multicomponent dynamic reservoir simulator from Computer Modelling Group Ltd. It is aimed at mid-market and enterprise engineering teams studying recovery processes in which thermal, chemical, or geomechanical effects matter. Its focus is specialized rather than broad: the product centers on reservoir modeling, not well management, production management, hydrocarbon accounting, land lease management, or regulatory reporting.
The standout capability is its coverage of recovery physics. STARS simulates steam injection, SAGD, cyclic steam stimulation, and in-situ combustion, alongside chemical EOR methods such as ASP, polymer, surfactant, foam, and low-salinity processes. FlexWell models complex wellbores and completions, including flow-control devices; the simulator also models heat transfer and fluid flow in wells. Geomechanical effects and geochemistry are included, and the scope extends to enhanced geothermal and closed-loop systems. Multi-core and multi-node simulation support is also part of the product. This breadth within advanced-process simulation suits projects where these interactions are central, but teams seeking everyday production or operational workflows should look at a broader oil and gas system.
CMG offers STARS through an expert-sales contact, and according to the vendor's product information, prospective customers are directed to talk to an expert rather than choose from published pricing tiers. That means buyers should expect a sales-led evaluation rather than a self-serve plan comparison. Founded in 1983, CMG is based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. STARS is a strong fit for reservoir engineers evaluating thermal or chemical recovery and related geomechanical or geothermal behavior; it is a less natural choice for teams whose main need is production administration, accounting, or reporting.
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STARS fact sheet
| Free plan | Not verified |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Well management | No |
| Production management | No |
| Reservoir modeling | Yes |
| Hydrocarbon accounting | No |
| Land and lease management | No |
| Regulatory reporting | No |
| Built for | Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Pricing | Pricing on request |
| Website | cmgl.ca |
| Facts checked | 24 Sep 2026 |
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