# Best Oil and Gas Simulation and Modeling Software - Page 9

*By [Neya Kumaresan](https://research.g2.com/insights/author/neya-kumaresan)*


Many of the decisions made by oil and gas companies rely on simulations of deposits, wells, infrastructure, and operations. Companies use oil and gas simulation and modeling software to create realistic representations of reservoirs, equipment use, and resistivity, as well as environmental effects. This type of software helps oil and gas companies predict exploration or production results, and assess risks that may impact safety and profitability.

Oil and gas simulation and modeling software uses data from systems such as [geology and seismic](https://www.g2.com/categories/geology-and-seismic), [exploration](https://www.g2.com/categories/exploration), and production in order to create accurate models and simulations.

To qualify for inclusion in the Oil and Gas Simulation and Modeling category, a product must:

- Provide customizable pre-defined models for activities like explorations and drilling
- Create and compare simulation scenarios with different parameters
- Capture and manage characteristics of hydrocarbons such as fluidity, pressure, or temperature
- Predict and evaluate risks that can impact safety or productivity
- Simulate processes based on standard procedures and best practices
- Support decision making by providing reporting and analytics on simulations






## G2 Grid® for Oil and Gas Simulation and Modeling Software
![G2 Grid® for Oil and Gas Simulation and Modeling Software plotting products by satisfaction and market presence](https://www.g2.com/categories/oil-and-gas-simulation-and-modeling/grids.png?focus%5B%5D=57710&focus%5B%5D=13024&focus%5B%5D=12899&focus%5B%5D=109729&focus%5B%5D=111152&focus%5B%5D=13036&focus%5B%5D=13001)
Highlighted products: Octave Aspect Pipe Stress (CAESAR II), Petrel E&P Software Platform, Surfer, Aspen HYSYS, AFT Fathom, gPROMS, and CHEMCAD.
Underlying data: [Grid® JSON](https://www.g2.com/categories/oil-and-gas-simulation-and-modeling/grids.json?focus%5B%5D=octave-aspect-pipe-stress-caesar-ii&focus%5B%5D=schlumberger-petrel-e-p-software-platform&focus%5B%5D=surfer&focus%5B%5D=aspen-hysys&focus%5B%5D=aft-fathom&focus%5B%5D=gproms&focus%5B%5D=chemcad)


## How Many Oil and Gas Simulation and Modeling Software Products Does G2 Track?
**Total Products under this Category:** 134

### Category Stats (Jul 2026)
- **Average Rating**: 4.14/5 The average rating of products in this category, based on all submitted ratings

*Last updated: July 21, 2026*


## How Does G2 Rank Oil and Gas Simulation and Modeling Software Products?

**Why You Can Trust G2's Software Rankings:**

- 30 Analysts and Data Experts
- 300+ Authentic Reviews
- 134+ Products
- Unbiased Rankings

G2's software rankings are built on verified user reviews, rigorous moderation, and a consistent research methodology maintained by a team of analysts and data experts. Each product is measured using the same transparent criteria, with no paid placement or vendor influence. While reviews reflect real user experiences, which can be subjective, they offer valuable insight into how software performs in the hands of professionals. Together, these inputs power the G2 Score, a standardized way to compare tools within every category.



## What Is Oil and Gas Simulation and Modeling Software?

[Oil and Gas Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/oil-and-gas)