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The most comprehensive software suite for powder diffraction analysis

HighScore is the ideal full-pattern software package for phase identification, semi-quantitative phase analysis, pattern treatment, profile fitting, and more on powder-diffraction samples. It can handle all Malvern Panalytical XRD data formats and most diffraction patterns from other suppliers. We continuously innovate and update HighScore and HighScore Plus to offer you the most comprehensive and user-friendly toolbox for your XRD powder diffraction analysis.

If you are in the UK, USA, Sweden, Norway, Germany, France, Denmark or Canada:
Create your own quote and order directly on Malvern Panalytical MyStore by selecting the applicable link below from the MyStore license guide + accordion on the left hand-side below. Note: You can also find Academic options in this MyStore license guide. Please also have a look at our system recommendations at the end of the page.

For all other regions, please use the form on the right and we’re looking forward to provide a tailored quote.

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+ I’m a new HighScore user »

STEP 1: Login or register on MyStore here
STEP 2: Add the applicable HighScore product to your cart by following the direct links

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Add the Plus option to your HighScore license »

+ I’m a new Academic HighScore user »

STEP 1: Login or register on MyStore here
STEP 2: Add the applicable HighScore product to your cart by following the direct links. Please make sure you’re logged in first as you might get a blank page otherwise.

Get your new Academic HighScore license »

Add the Plus option to your HighScore Academic license »

+ I’m a current HighScore user »

STEP 1: Login or register on MyStore here
STEP 2: Add the applicable HighScore product to your cart by following the direct links

I’m on version 5.x

Update to version 5.2 for free » (you’ll need to register on the website to download)

Add the Plus option to your updated HighScore license (requires HighScore 5.2) »

Add more users to your HighScore license »

I’m on version 4.x

Upgrade to version 5.2 »

Add the Plus option to your updated HighScore license (requires HighScore 5.2) »

Add more users to your HighScore license »

In addition to the 5.2 features, here’s a selection of new features you’ll get when upgrading from 4.x :

  • New Pair Distribution Function (PDF) fitting and simulation
  • HighScore is now a 64bit program – so it can now use all your PC’s memory, rather than being limited to 2GB
  • Original XRDML files are now embedded in the HPF2 file
  • New options for layer thickness analysis
  • Smart batches can now be compiled directly from the history of a HPF2 file
  • 2D Data Denoising using Principal Component Analysis (PCA).
  • Parallel Fit Option (fit one model to many scans)

I’m on version 3.x or lower

Upgrade to version 5.2 »

Add the Plus option to your upgraded HighScore license (requires HighScore 5.2) »

Add more users to your HighScore license »

In addition to the 5.2 features, here’s a selection of new features you’ll get when upgrading from 3.x:

  • New Cluster Analysis features, including t-SNE method
  • Smart Batches: Renewed User Batches Setup
  • New analysis function: PLS Regression Analysis, to predict any kind of dependant property (crystallinity, temperature….) directly from raw data
  • Improved preferred orientation modeling
  • Heavily improved fitting performance through internal optimization
  • Additional options for peak shape and asymmetry modeling
  • Chemistry Calculator to convert, e.g. quantitative Rietveld results into typical XRF results with elements, oxides, sulfides or any user defined chemical formula
  • ExtSym extinction analysis to determine space group
  • Bitmap-to-Scan converter
+ I’m a current Academic HighScore user »

STEP 1: Login or register on MyStore here
STEP 2: Add the applicable HighScore product to your cart by following the direct links. Please make sure you’re logged in first as you might get a blank page otherwise.

I’m on version 5.x

Update to version 5.2 for free » (you’ll need to register on the website to download)

Add the Plus option to your updated Academic HighScore license (requires HighScore 5.2) »

Add more users to your HighScore license »

Add more 180-days-licenses to your HighScore license: »

I’m on version 4.x

Upgrade to version 5.2 »

Add the Plus option to your updated Academic HighScore license (requires HighScore 5.2) »

Add more users to your Academic HighScore license »

Add more 180-days-licenses to your HighScore license »

In addition to the 5.2 features, here’s a selection of new features you’ll get when upgrading from 4.x :

  • New Pair Distribution Function (PDF) fitting and simulation
  • HighScore is now a 64bit program – so it can now use all your PC’s memory, rather than being limited to 2GB
  • Original XRDML files are now embedded in the HPF2 file
  • New options for layer thickness analysis
  • Smart batches can now be compiled directly from the history of a HPF2 file
  • 2D Data Denoising using Principal Component Analysis (PCA).
  • Parallel Fit Option (fit one model to many scans)

I’m on version 3.x or lower

Upgrade to version 5.2 »

Add the Plus option to your upgraded Academic HighScore license (requires HighScore 5.2) »

Add more users to your Academic HighScore license »

Add more 180-days-licenses to your HighScore license: »

In addition to the 5.2 features, here’s a selection of new features you’ll get when upgrading from 3.x:

  • New Cluster Analysis features, including t-SNE method
  • Smart Batches: Renewed User Batches Setup
  • New analysis function: PLS Regression Analysis, to predict any kind of dependant property (crystallinity, temperature….) directly from raw data
  • Improved preferred orientation modeling
  • Heavily improved fitting performance through internal optimization
  • Additional options for peak shape and asymmetry modeling
  • Chemistry Calculator to convert, e.g. quantitative Rietveld results into typical XRF results with elements, oxides, sulfides or any user defined chemical formula
  • ExtSym extinction analysis to determine space group
  • Bitmap-to-Scan converter

 

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Your current software version and product key can be found by navigating to Help – About HighScore (Plus) in your current HighScore installation. This information helps us to give you the most helpful response – for instance, so we can quote for the correct upgrade or tell you about free upgrades you might be eligible for


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Will my upgrade be compatible with my existing setup?

Here are our recommendations:

  • HighScore version 5.2 is designed for the Windows 10 (64-bit) or Windows 11 (64 bit) Current Branch for Business operating systems.
  • A PC configuration matching the (minimum) hardware requirements for the desired Windows operating system will be sufficient.
  • 21 CFR Part 11: HighScore can support 21 CFR Part 11 compliance via the newly released OmniTrust and OmniAccess solutions.
  • Audit Trail: For existing Audit Trail customers, we have made an End Of Life version of HighScore 4.9. HighScore 5.0 onwards is not compatible with the Audit Trail solution.
  • Automation: If you run HighScore or RoboRiet in an Automation, we advise you to contact our support team before upgrading.