AI, Tools & Industry/Software Comparison
LCA Tools Comparison
Compare Sustainly vs Ecochain Mobius, SimaPro, GaBi, Earthster, and One Click LCA. See target users, AI features, databases, methods, integrations, and pricing.
| Feature | Sustainly | Ecochain Mobius | SimaPro | GaBi (LCA for Experts) | Earthster | One Click LCA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Target user / industry | Cross-industry; individuals, teams & enterprises | Product design & manufacturing | Experts & consultants across industries | Sustainability experts & product teams | All products; supply chain & manufacturing | Construction & infrastructure professionals |
| AI features | AI-assisted modelling & data collection | None | None; advanced modelling | None; comprehensive modelling | No AI; real-time & parameter-based LCA | AI mapping & data integration |
| Speed & scalability | Generate thousands of LCAs quickly | Quick product-level LCA & scenarios | Manual; slower | Manual; slower | Fast & scalable | Generate design scenarios quickly |
| Databases & data quality | EF database; optional Ecoinvent | Ecoinvent & NMD | Ecoinvent, Agri-footprint, AGRIBALYSE | 20,000+ datasets; DEKRA-verified | Ecoinvent, USEEIO, user-shared | Ecoinvent, EPDs, more |
| Impact assessment methods | EF 3.1, IPCC 2021, ReCiPe 2016 | Unspecified | ReCiPe, EF, IPCC, Aware, USEtox | Method agnostic | ReCiPe 2016, EF 3.1, TRACI, IPCC 2021 | EN15804 |
| Allocation & EPD frameworks | Cut-off, EN 15804 | EPD/PCF reporting | PEF & EPD support | EPD & decarbonization tools | ISO compliance; simulations | 80+ certification compliance; automated EPD |
| Integration / API | API, PLM & ERP connectors; SSO/2FA | Not highlighted | No | No | API integration & no-code uploads | BIM & tool integrations |
| Ease of use / target audience | Beginner-friendly, scalable to experts | Simple interface | Complex; for seasoned experts | Expert users | User-friendly; intuitive | For experienced practitioners in construction |
| Cloud based | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Starting price | €0/year (free plan) | €3,300/year | €6,100/year | €1,500/year (one-time) | €2,880/year | On request |
| Unique features | AI modelling and co-pilot | Hotspot & scenario analysis | Scenario & uncertainty analysis | Strong industry databases | Supplier/BOM uploads; collaborative | AI verifies & suggests improvements |
