--- description: Learn more about Elsevier Scopus price, benefits, and disadvantages for businesses in South Africa. Read reviews from verified users and discover similar tools. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/capterra/og_logo-e5a8c001ed0bd1bb922639230fcea71a.png?auto=format%2Cenhance%2Ccompress title: Elsevier Scopus Price, Reviews & Features - Capterra South Africa 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Electronic Discovery Software](/directory/30552/electronic-discovery/software) > [Elsevier Scopus](/software/1016368/elsevier-scopus) # Elsevier Scopus Canonical: https://www.capterra.co.za/software/1016368/elsevier-scopus Page: 1 / 2\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/1016368/elsevier-scopus?page=2) > Scopus can help discover competitive insights, improve productivity, track key research, save time and stay ahead of the competition. > > Verdict: Rated **4.3/5** by 6 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.3/5** | 6 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 3.8/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Elsevier - **Founded**: 1986 ## Commercial Context - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1 000, 1 001–5 000, 5 001–10 000, 10 000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: United States ## Features - Commenting/Notes - Document Management - Optical Character Recognition - Search/Filter - Topic Clustering ## Category - [Electronic Discovery Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/30552/electronic-discovery/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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In addition, Scopus provides powerful search and analysis tools, including citation tracking and author profiling, that can help researchers identify key trends and track their own impact in the field. > > **Cons**: One major limitation is the cost, which can be prohibitive for individual researchers or small institutions. Additionally, while Scopus covers a wide range of subjects, it may not include all relevant publications in every field. It take at least 2 months for a research paper to be added in database. > > Elsevier Scopus is a valuable resource for researchers and academic institutions looking for a comprehensive database of scholarly literature. Its extensive coverage and advanced search tools make it a powerful tool for identifying trends and potential collaborators in various fields. ----- ### "Un buon database bibliografico per ricerche accurate" — 4.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *23 January 2023* | Higher Education | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10 > > **Pros**: Scopus permette di inserire un notevole numero di filtri (anno, giornale, autore, topic,...) nella ricerca in modo da poter individuare i propri articoli scientifici di interesse. Inoltre, è possibile anche sfruttare i connettori logici nella ricerca per affinarla ulteriormente.Risulta anche possibile ordinare i risultati nel modo di proprio interesse come ad esempio in base alla rilevanza o al numero di citazioni.Le pagine relative agli autori presentano inoltre un gran numero di statistiche molto utili ed interessanti.La nuova versione, attualmente non ancora definitiva, risulta più attraente e moderna dal punto di vista grafico. > > **Cons**: Il programma non risulta del tutto intuitivo durante i primi utilizzi e nel complesso la ricerca risulta meno fluida rispetto ad altri database di articoli scientifici.L'accesso alla risorsa completa, ottenibile tramite il tasto 'view at publisher' non risulta sempre pratico e comodo.Il periodo di tempo necessario all'upload di nuovi articoli presenta un lieve ritardo rispetto ad altri competitors. > > Nel complesso, Elsevier Scopus risulta un database bibliografico molto utile nel caso in cui si abbia necessità di effettuare ricerche molto precise ed accurate con un numero elevato di filtri per affinare la scelta. Non è invece la mia prima scelta quando necessito di effettuare una ricerca generale e preliminare in quanto esistono alternative più rapide e pratiche per questo compito. ----- ### "High quality database of scientific articles/journals, but it is not free of charge" — 4.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *14 December 2022* | Writing & Editing | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10 > > **Pros**: It has a large database of scientific articles and other forms of scientific outputs; there you can find yourself as an author and see your h-index, the number of your publications and the number of citations your publications received; in scopus source you have access to other journal metrics, such has the CiteScore or the Source normalized impact per paper (SNIP); is a respectable database of high quality scientific journals > > **Cons**: it needs subscription, so as an individual you have access only to limited functions. Some universities/research institutions will have subscription to Scopus, but this is also country-dependent since for example in GErmany the "university system" currently does not support Elsevier and therefore in Germany (and in other countries) we do not have access to Scopus ----- ### "Research with Elsevier Scopus- A Easy Way" — 4.0/5 > **Sanganagouda** | *05 April 2023* | Education Management | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: It is a database of large number of articles with many advantages such as-1. Easy access to full-text articles and other resources.2. Analytical tools for measuring research impact, such as h-index and citation counts.3. User-friendly interface and customizable settings.4. Dedicated customer support and training resources.5. Mobile app for easy access on-the-go. > > **Cons**: Occasional errors in bibliographic data, particularly for non-journal sources. Limited open access content. Also, no option to export search results directly to citation management software. > > It might be costly, but now a days, it is a must have for every researcher. ----- ### "Elsevier Scopus - A Comprehensive Research Database for Academics" — 5.0/5 > **Praveen** | *21 February 2023* | Education Management | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: 1. Provides a vast collection of high-quality research papers and publications from various fields.2. Offers powerful search and filtering tools that make it easy to find relevant and valuable information.3. Includes features like author profiles, citation tracking, and metrics that help researchers track their work and measure their impact.4. Integrates with other academic tools and resources, allowing for seamless access to research and data.5. Provides advanced analytics and insights that help researchers make informed decisions and identify new opportunities. > > **Cons**: 1. Access to the full text of articles and papers can be limited, depending on subscription and licensing agreements.2. The interface can be overwhelming and challenging for new users to navigate. > > Elsevier Scopus is a powerful and comprehensive research database that offers access to a vast collection of high-quality research papers and publications from various fields. With its advanced search and filtering tools, powerful analytics and insights, and integration with other academic resources, it is a valuable tool for researchers looking to find and track relevant information in their field of study. ----- Page: 1 / 2\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/1016368/elsevier-scopus?page=2) ## Links - [View on Capterra](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/1016368/elsevier-scopus) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | en | | | en-AE | | | en-AU | | | en-CA | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-IL | | | en-IN | | | en-NZ | | | en-SG | | | en-ZA | | ----- ## Structured Data