The characteristics of new STATNAMIC load test are studied by comparison,and the theory and usual analysis methods of STATNAMIC are described.Based on the test data of trial piling abroad,we carry out a comparison of the process natural of STATNAMIC and the dynamic load test (CASE method) to identify the reliability of STATNAMIC.To analyze the accuracy and limited conditions on STATNAMIC,we compare the results of STATNAMIC (unloading point method) and the dynamic load test (CAPWAP method).Introducing the transfer energy measurement as a parameter,we evaluate the efficiency of STATNAMIC.The impact of strain wave phenomenon on different types of piles during STATNAMIC test is studied.STATNAMIC’s applicability and economy in marine testing field in China are discussed to offer a reference for similar technology used in China in the future.