Analytics & Data·Standings

Compare BI Platforms

Business intelligence (BI) platforms turn data into reports and dashboards; the choice depends on how you plan to deploy the software and which data features you need.

Use the signal score out of 10 as a quick comparison, then check the API, open-source and free-tier marks. Compare deployment, data modeling, row-level security, embedded analytics and scheduled data refresh against your needs.

  • 29 platforms
  • 3 with a public API on this page
  • 8 with a free tier
  • Checked 7 Oct 2026
  1. 1
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    Metabasemetabase.com
    7.1 APIOpenFree Free tier
  2. 2
    TS
    TIBCO Spotfirespotfire.com

    Visual analytics for exploring data and aiding decisions in complex operations; includes a 30-day trial.

    6.7 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $3,000/yr
  3. 3
    M
    Modemode.com

    Analytics software for web, Windows, macOS, Linux, and API, with a free plan.

    6.7 APIOpenFree Free tier
  4. 4
    AS
    Apache Supersetsuperset.apache.org

    Free BI software for web, Linux, or self-hosting, with an API, row-based access rules, and scheduled reports.

    6.4 APIOpenFree Free tier
  5. 5
    QS
    Qlik Senseqlik.com

    Hybrid BI for web, mobile, Windows, API, or self-hosted use, with a 30-day trial.

    6.3 APIOpenFree From $300/mo
  6. 6
    R
    Redashredash.io

    Free, open-source dashboard software for web or self-hosting, with scheduled refresh and embedded dashboards.

    6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier
  7. 7
    IC
    IBM Cognos Analyticsibm.com

    Paid BI for web, mobile, Linux, Windows, API, and self-hosting; starts at $10.60 per user monthly.

    6.2 APIOpenFree From $10.60/mo
  8. 8
    ZA
    6.1 APIOpenFree Free tier
  9. 9
    F
    FineReportfanruan.com

    Paid reporting software for web, desktop, mobile, API, Linux, and self-hosted use; pricing is on request.

    6.1 APIOpenFree —
  10. 10
    SV
    SAS Visual Analyticssas.com

    Analytics software with row-level security, hybrid deployment, and a free trial.

    6.0 APIOpenFree —
  11. 11
    OA
    Omni Analyticsomni.co

    Omni is an AI analytics platform where people can ask questions about their business and get answers grounded in a semantic layer.

    5.9 APIOpenFree —
  12. 12
    MP
    Microsoft Power Automatemicrosoft.com

    Workflow software for web and Windows that supports multi-step flows, conditions, and webhook triggers.

    5.9 APIOpenFree From $15/mo
  13. 13
    H
    Holisticsholistics.io

    Cloud analytics for web and API, with row-level access and scheduled reports; $800/month, billed annually.

    5.8 APIOpenFree From $960/mo
  14. 14
    L
    Lookercloud.google.com

    Looker helps organizations explore, share, and visualize company data to support business decisions.

    5.7 APIOpenFree —
  15. 15
    SC
    Sigma Computingsigmacomputing.com

    Sigma describes its platform as analytics, apps, and agents on governed warehouse data.

    5.6 APIOpenFree —
  16. 16
    L
    Lightdashlightdash.com

    Hybrid web analytics with real-time updates and a free plan; paid plans start at $3,000/month.

    5.6 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $3,000/mo
  17. 17
    B
    Birstinfor.com

    Paid BI for web, Android, iOS, API, or self-hosted use, with real-time updates and scheduled reports.

    5.5 APIOpenFree —
  18. 18
    P
    Presetpreset.io

    Hybrid web BI with a free plan and 14-day trial; annual paid plans begin at $20 per user monthly.

    5.5 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $20/mo
  19. 19
    SE
    SAP Extended Enterprise Content Management by OpenTextsap.com

    Enterprise content software with version history for web, mobile, desktop, or self-hosted use.

    5.4 APIOpenFree —
  20. 20
    T
    Telliustellius.com

    Decision analytics that answers natural-language questions and sends scheduled briefings and alerts.

    5.2 APIOpenFree —
  21. 21
    T
    ThoughtSpotthoughtspot.com
    5.2 APIOpenFree From $25/mo
  22. 22
    D
    Domodomo.com

    Cloud BI for web browsers with real-time updates; a 30-day trial is available.

    5.1 APIOpenFree —
  23. 23
    DN
    datapine (now RIB BI+)rib-software.com

    Paid Windows BI software with real-time updates and scheduled reports; pricing is available on request.

    5.0 APIOpenFree —
  24. 24
    YB
    Yellowfin BIyellowfinbi.com
    4.9 APIOpenFree —
  25. 25
    BB
    Bold BIboldbi.com
    4.9 APIOpenFree —

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How to choose

Where does the platform need to run?

Start with deployment: check whether web access, self-hosting, an API, or mobile and desktop apps fit your setup.

Platform availability varies across the category. Confirm the specific option you need on the product listing before choosing.

What data features should I compare?

Compare data modeling, row-level security and scheduled data refresh to see whether the platform matches how you prepare, protect and update reports.

Row-level security means controlling which data a person can see. Check that the platform's listed security options suit your access needs.

Do I need analytics inside another product?

If reports need to appear inside another product, compare the embedded analytics details. Check the product listing to confirm the option works for your use case.

How can I compare free and paid options?

Check the free-plan and free-trial marks separately: a trial gives temporary access, while a free plan is a no-cost plan. Then review the paid-from price or pricing note where provided.

Apache Superset is listed with a free pricing model. Holistics is listed as paid, with pricing from $800 per month on annual billing and a 14-day trial; Looker lists pricing on request.

Should I check the licence or API?

If you need to read or change the software's code, check its open-source mark and licence. If another app needs to connect to it, check for a public API and confirm that it supports your intended connection.

Questions

What should I look for in a BI platform?

Compare deployment, data modeling, row-level security, embedded analytics and scheduled data refresh. Check the API, open-source and free-tier marks, too.

Which BI platforms can I self-host?

Self-hosting is one of the deployment options tracked on this board. Check a product's listing to confirm whether it offers the deployment you need.

Are there free BI platforms?

Apache Superset is listed with a free pricing model. The board also marks free plans and trials separately; check an individual listing for its terms.

What is the difference between a free plan and a free trial?

A free plan is a no-cost plan. A free trial provides temporary access; check the product listing for its duration and terms.

What does row-level security mean in BI?

It means limiting which data a person can see. Compare the platform's row-level security details with your access requirements.

Can I embed BI analytics in my product?

Embedded analytics is a comparison field on this board. Check the product listing to confirm the feature and whether it fits your use case.

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