GoodData vs Microsoft Power BI comparison

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The compared GoodData and Microsoft solutions aren't in the same category. GoodData is ranked #23 in DV , and holds a 1.4% mindshare in the category. Microsoft is ranked #1 in BIT , with an average rating of 8.4, and holds a 7.6% mindshare. Additionally, 50% of GoodData users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 93% of Microsoft users who would recommend it.

GoodData

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50% willing to recommend

Microsoft Power BI

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27,639 Comparison Views

93% willing to recommend

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We performed a comparison between GoodData and Microsoft Power BI based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Categories and Ranking

GoodData

Average Rating

7.0

Reviews Sentiment

8.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Data Visualization (23rd), Embedded BI (14th)

Microsoft Power BI

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.6

Number of Reviews

332

Ranking in other categories

BI (Business Intelligence) Tools (1st), Reporting (1st)

Mindshare comparison

While both are Business Intelligence solutions, they serve different purposes. GoodData is designed for Data Visualization and holds a mindshare of 1.4%, up 0.8% compared to last year.
Microsoft Power BI, on the other hand, focuses on BI (Business Intelligence) Tools, holds 7.6% mindshare, down 14.1% since last year.

Data Visualization Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
GoodData	1.4%
Tableau Enterprise	9.5%
Qlik Sense	4.7%
Other	84.4%

Data Visualization

BI (Business Intelligence) Tools Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Microsoft Power BI	7.6%
Tableau Enterprise	6.3%
SAP Business Data Cloud	3.2%
Other	82.9%

BI (Business Intelligence) Tools

Featured Reviews

it_user241098

Engagement Manager at a tech services company with 501-1,000 employees

Setup is straightforward from a business user standpoint but MAQL needs to be easier.

Cloud connect Report generator MAQL needs to be easier Better row-level security for end-users I've used it for nine months, mainly for implementation and delivery to customers. No issues encountered. No issues encountered. When the source is big and/or the source is Netsuite there are…

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Hemanthreddy Vakiti

Data Engineer at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

Interactive dashboards have transformed restaurant data into faster daily business decisions

Microsoft Power BI has many features and there is not a lot to improve. However, the licensing can be confusing. When deciding between Pro and Premium, I find it difficult to distinguish what features are offered by Pro and what features are offered by Premium, including the particular differences to choose between both licensing models. Additionally, some features such as DAX, which I mentioned previously, involve DAX calculations and complex data modeling, which are somewhat advanced and not easily understandable. Prior knowledge is required or you need to go through the documentation. If the documentation is made comprehensive so that anyone with no knowledge on DAX can easily use it by going through the documentation, it would be really helpful. Additionally, if the integration with non-Microsoft tools is improved and performance is optimized, then Microsoft Power BI can become a top-ranked visualization tool. The user experience with Microsoft Power BI is quite good. The intuitive user interface makes it easy for both technical and non-technical users to create reports. However, only the advanced features are somewhat complex, and if the documentation is improved, it can be easily accessible.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"It's a good product for your end to end BI needs when its all on the cloud."

"It's the analytic engine in terms of the interface on the Power BI environment, as opposed to pivot tables, and it's a mobile solution."

"The solution has been stable, we've found that the scalability meets our current needs, it's good for data visualization and analysis, and technical support has always been great for us as strategic partners."

"For example, I recently migrated an application from TeraData to SQL Server and the response times for some functions were cut down from 90 seconds to about less than 1 second!"

"Microsoft BI's most valuable feature is flexibility."

"The data manipulation and data cleaning tasks are handled in the backend by Power Query in Microsoft Power BI."

"With AI in Microsoft Power BI, when we ingest the data and use the GenAI tools at our disposal, AI helps automate the process and represent the visualizations to our customers and clients."

"We are using Power BI because it is one of the best tools."

"The stability is great and continues to get better and better."

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Cons

"When the source is big and/or the source is Netsuite there are issues."

"What you get with Power BI is that you start to find that even simple stuff requires a lot of gymnastics to achieve because there's no in-built, straightforward feature for it and you need to come up with a workaround."

"One area for improvement in Microsoft Power BI is serviceability. Compared to one of its competitors: Tableau, there are a lot of things which you cannot do in this tool, that can be done in Tableau."

"In an upcoming release, the solution could be simplified and have a more complete product package rather than a suite of products that we have to put together."

"The challenge of this product is in truncating the table data."

"I have found using Microsoft BI is not easy. For example, trying to use the auto-refresh feature is not simple."

"The product was pretty stable but when it comes to collecting real-time data we encountered some data dropping issues."

"I would like for there to be some type of user manual that shows steps on how to navigate the solution."

"Microsoft BI has its own challenges in terms of user interface and how quickly somebody can learn how to use it."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

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"In general, Microsoft BI's price is lower compared to Alteryx."

"Both cost-wise and implementation-wise, this product is a good choice."

"Power BI is subscription-based, and you have three options. The Pro edition, which is the standard one, is about $9 per user. The Premium edition, which provides AI and cloud capabilities but at a limited size, is for small to medium enterprises. It is about $20 per user. For large enterprises, such as manufacturing facilities, there is an option for the capacity. The capacity subscription is about $4,000 per capacity level. They also have an option for the on-premises version, but it is not common to see someone going for the on-premises version. The on-premises version requires a specific license that is attached to SQL Server. I believe it is about $17,000, but I'm not sure about it."

"We pay for users who are publishing on the cloud. The desktop version is free. Its licensing is on a yearly basis."

"Its licensing cost is very high. It is $20 per user, which is very high, but it is a good product, so you pay for it."

"It is a cheap solution for our needs."

"All in all, for the price, this is an excellent tool for helping your organization turn mounds of data into useful insights."

"It would be better if the price was cheaper."

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Comparison Review

it_user79932

Senior Manager - BI Head with 5,001-10,000 employees

Feb 4, 2015

Comparison of SAP BO, Tableau, QlikView, Cognos, Microsoft, OBIEE and Pentaho

1. SAP BO/BI Enterprise scalability Security Ease of use Semantic layer 2. Tableau Visualization Data discovery Turnaround time 3. IBM Cognos Enterprise scalability Security In-memory feature 4. MS BI - Flexibility 5. Pentaho - Open source but still enterprise grade 6. QlikView Data…

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Construction Company

18%

Comms Service Provider

15%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

14%

Manufacturing Company

Construction Company

Government

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	137
Midsize Enterprise	59
Large Enterprise	171

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Seeking lightweight open source BI software

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Compared 9% of the time

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Compared 7% of the time

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Compared 2% of the time

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Compared 14% of the time

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Compared 9% of the time

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Compared 4% of the time

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Compared 3% of the time

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Compared 2% of the time

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Overview

GoodData provides an advanced analytics platform enabling businesses to uncover insights and drive data-driven decision-making. It seamlessly integrates with existing data infrastructures, offering intuitive dashboards and robust reporting capabilities.

Designed for performance and scalability, GoodData supports complex analytical workloads and delivers consistent, reliable insights. By integrating smoothly with cloud environments, it caters to enterprises seeking agility and comprehensive analytic solutions. GoodData's flexibility and powerful features make it a go-to choice for companies looking to harness their data effectively.

What are the key features of GoodData?

Advanced Analytics: Offers sophisticated tools for predictive analysis and pattern recognition.
Data Integration: Ensures seamless connection with multiple data sources for comprehensive analytics.
Custom Visualization: Provides tools to create tailored, interactive dashboards.
Scalability: Supports growth and expanded data processing needs.
Security: Includes robust security measures to protect data integrity.

Why should users consider GoodData's ROI?

Increased Efficiency: Streamlines data processes, saving time and resources.
Actionable Insights: Empowers users to make informed business decisions.
Cost-Effectiveness: Reduces the need for multiple analytics tools.
Enhanced Collaboration: Facilitates data sharing and teamwork across departments.

GoodData excels in industries like retail, finance, and healthcare by offering tailored analytics solutions that support sector-specific requirements. Businesses leverage GoodData to optimize operations, understand customer behavior, and enhance strategic planning across different environments.

GoodData

Microsoft Power BI is a powerful tool for data analysis and visualization. This tool stands out for its ability to merge and analyze data from various sources. Widely adopted across different industries and departments, Power BI is instrumental in creating visually appealing dashboards and generating insightful business intelligence reports. Its intuitive interface, robust visualization capabilities, and seamless integration with other Microsoft applications empower users to easily create interactive reports and gain valuable insights.

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