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 #25 in DV , and holds a 1.4% mindshare in the category. Microsoft is ranked #1 in BIT , with an average rating of 8.3, and holds a 7.1% 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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25,978 Comparison Views

93% willing to recommend

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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 (25th), 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 0.7% compared to last year.
Microsoft Power BI, on the other hand, focuses on BI (Business Intelligence) Tools, holds 7.1% mindshare, down 14.5% since last year.

Data Visualization Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
GoodData	1.4%
Tableau Enterprise	9.3%
Qlik Sense	4.7%
Other	84.6%

Data Visualization

BI (Business Intelligence) Tools Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Microsoft Power BI	7.1%
Tableau Enterprise	5.8%
SAP Business Data Cloud	3.0%
Other	84.1%

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

Junior 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."

"The best thing about this solution is that it is very user friendly. It is interactive in terms of visualizations. It is very eye-catching, and it attracts users. There are a lot of options to visualize the data in different drafts and views. I have used different visualization tools, and I found Power BI to be more efficient in terms of performance, user-friendliness, and ease of use."

"This product is good in terms of cost, it is pretty easy to implement, and I can recommend it for those features and the reporting."

"The product is easy to use and simple to navigate."

"As it was my first time using Power BI, I can say that it was fairly easy to learn, especially if you already know BI-type tools."

"Power BI is a complete ecosystem. It has an integrated ETL tool and good connectivity with applications such as Office 365 and SQL. There are also solutions for RPA, such as Microsoft Power Automate and Microsoft Power Apps. Power BI now has integration with Power Query, which has an AI feature for text analytics. Text analytics is a very good feature. This feature is also there in Tableau, but I like it in Power BI because you can write something like, "What is the total sale in the Eastern region?", and it will give you the answer. For example, when you have different types of user opinions, you just run one algorithm and you will have the output that provides the number of positive and negative responses. You can even have a dashboard with positive remarks. This feature has been introduced recently. Power BI supports the DAX and Power Query M languages. These languages are making Power BI very strong in data analytics, and you can do many types of analysis."

"Tech support is very helpful."

"The drag and drop facility to easily change the data correctly is the most valuable feature. I am happy to see visualizations. It's easier to talk about and make people understand what is going on."

"SQL Server 2016 delivers built-in mobile BI capabilities, and the above tools give professionals the ability to deliver business insights quickly and easily as well as enabling a quick way of presenting the data, charts, and reports over a web portal that is compatible across platforms from desktops to major mobile devices."

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Cons

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

"From an improvement perspective, I think if the Power BI developers of that platform would really focus on being more detailed and specific on the error messages, it would help a lot of developers troubleshoot and maintain the report ECT or the dashboard ECT."

"At times it is not stable, and we need to use other connectors to link with the data."

"The dynamic browsing tables could be better in Microsoft Power BI."

"Regarding real-time analytics features in Microsoft Power BI, I don't find them particularly useful. I use process mapping, but from my point of view, there are not enough analytical tools."

"The solution could improve the extraction and transformation of data."

"The reporting needs to be improved."

"The visualization aspect, while being the most visible to business users, also happens the be the weakest point in the entire Microsoft BI stack."

"I think that there should be visuals for financial reporting videos. It should just be a plug and play because there is a lot of coding that goes into it with different clients."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

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"MS BI comes with all the tools and it is, to the best of my knowledge, the most affordable solution."

"The price for this solution is reasonable. However, there is an additional cost if you want to publish the dashboard privately."

"Paid for itself in the first month."

"I used the tool's free version."

"Pricing is a big advantage that Power BI has over Tableau. Power BI is three or four times cheaper than Tableau. For my personal use, I will definitely prefer a $20 monthly fee of Power BI rather than a $70 monthly fee of Tableau. If you pay altogether for Power BI, they give you a discount, whereas, with Tableau, there is no discount. There are three versions of Power BI: Free, Pro, and Premium. The Premium version comes with a lot of things. There is no extra or hidden fee. You pay every month, and the software is with you. If you upgrade, there will be some extra charges."

"Our license is paid yearly and we have found that we have to be careful not to over-extend our usage in order to avoid upgrading our capacity plan."

"The license is on a yearly basis."

"I'm not very familiar with the licensing aspect, as it operates in the cloud as a SaaS (Software as a Service) model. Essentially, you pay based on cloud cost models, which might include hourly rates or similar billing structures introduced by Microsoft. Many organizations utilize it and pay for its services, somewhat like Office 365. It's a cloud-based platform that provides the necessary services, including support, for development, and you pay accordingly for the usage."

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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

19%

Comms Service Provider

16%

Financial Services Firm

13%

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

14%

Construction Company

Manufacturing Company

Government

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Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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

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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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