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Microsoft Power BI vs Mode Enterprise vs Salesforce Einstein Analytics comparison

Microsoft and Mode are both solutions in the BI (Business Intelligence) Tools category. Microsoft is ranked #1 with an average rating of 8.0, while Mode is ranked #25 with an average rating of 8.0. Microsoft holds a 14.5% mindshare in BIT, compared to Mode’s 0.5% mindshare. Additionally, 93% of Microsoft users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Mode users who would recommend it.
Microsoft Power BI
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93% willing to recommend
Mode Enterprise
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  • 697 Views
  • 439 Comparison Views
100% willing to recommend
Salesforce Einstein Analytics
Read 21 Salesforce Einstein Analytics reviews
  • 2,419 Views
  • 1,669 Comparison Views
86% willing to recommend
 

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Mindshare comparison

As of September 2025, in the BI (Business Intelligence) Tools category, the mindshare of Microsoft Power BI is 14.5%, down from 21.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Mode Enterprise is 0.5%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Salesforce Einstein Analytics is 1.0%, down from 1.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
BI (Business Intelligence) Tools Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Microsoft Power BI14.5%
Salesforce Einstein Analytics1.0%
Mode Enterprise0.5%
Other84.0%
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Featured Reviews

Shoury Priyanshu - PeerSpot reviewer
Facilitates seamless data aggregation with some outdated visual elements hindering user appeal
Real-time data integration is an area for improvement. Although I've worked on several solutions involving real-time integration, it's not very user-friendly and often lags, especially with over a million data rows. This makes Power BI difficult to manage as loading times can reach one or two minutes, which is problematic today. There are challenges with scalability, requiring multiple pages in dashboards to manage these issues. Visualization could be improved as it appears outdated. Users, especially newcomers, find it unappealing and not user-friendly.
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Yoeri Samwel - PeerSpot reviewer
Helps to run Python-based scripts but needs enhancement in user experience
The most important feature of the solution is the ability to run Python-based scripts.  Mode Analytics needs to improve the overall user experience.  I have been working with the solution for two years.  I rate the solution's stability a ten out of ten.  I rate the tool's scalability a seven…
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Sunny Nair - PeerSpot reviewer
Business insights improve with reliable integration but face occasional system downtimes
It is difficult to integrate the modules. The customization is also a little bit complex currently, but it is getting easier as they continue improving the market. There are certain glitches, especially when the modules are upgraded or when there is a source code update, causing the entire tool to go offline. There is downtime which still affects the particular product. I would provide a reliability rating of 70%, with 30% still having scope for improvement.
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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

"The most useful features are the ability to connect different databases to Microsoft BI and explore them. Once the database information has been extracted, you have the ability to construct indicators and dashboards from the information."
"The initial setup is easy."
"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."
"The interface is very fluid."
"It provides easy integration with Office tools."
"I think the visualization part is valuable."
"We are able to collaborate on things and get insightful data visualizations."
"It is easy to use. It has got a desktop where people can develop their own dashboards. Basically, we have figured out how to connect finance contracts and all programs for the government agency. So, they can see everything in a dashboard. So, it is very easy to use from a technical standpoint of view."
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"The solution is simple for people from a viewing perspective, not a coding perspective."
"The tool helps to catch results and review them."
"The most valuable feature I would say is the flexibility in editing."
"The most important feature of the solution is the ability to run Python-based scripts."
"I find Salesforce Einstein Analytics valuable because it is easier to use within Salesforce."
"The tool is a cloud-based solution capable of integrating any kind of data in the world."
"The most valuable feature of Salesforce Einstein Analytics is the reporting tools."
"The way Salesforce Einstein Analytics is structured in terms of the work assignments and the user profile is very good."
"The inbuilt features, like pictorial representation of the data and the ability to remap and realign the data, provide clarity in understanding sales perspectives."
"Tableau CRM is a very capable solution. It is easy to use, user-friendly, and integrates well."
"The solution scales extremely well."
"It's scalable."
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Cons

"More connections with other systems should be added, which would allow for other integrations."
"There are some connector-related issues in their MSBA solution."
"Microsoft needs to provide more drivers to connect other data sources in a native way."
"Real-time refreshing for SAP BW would be nice. We know its on the radar for the development team at MS. ​"
"Performance can be an issue when there's too much data, and getting data into Microsoft Power BI via APIs can be slow."
"When I create measures, sometimes the error messages aren't clear. It makes me spend more time searching for solutions. I need the error messages to be more specific. So, I would like clearer error messages when creating measures."
"Needs single sign-on."
"The on-premises version lacks some technical features that are available with the Cloud version."
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"The solution could run faster."
"The data visualization is cumbersome in Mode Analytics. I want the solution to add a map that has an easy interface. The UI is slow sometimes."
"I think in terms of User Interface, I would say it can be better."
"Mode Analytics needs to improve the overall user experience."
"I would advise others not to customize because they rolled out the newer versions, which are every six months. There had to be some significant testing and verification that happened. It is important to have a strong third-party provider that is very experienced. We used Deloitte, but we evaluated Accenture, KPMG, and IBM, but we decided on Deloitte and that was a good decision for us. Having a partner who has a center of excellence or experts that could give you a lot of the tips that they've learned could jumpstart your deployment and stick to the standards."
"When it comes to generating reports, it appears that many users rely on experts to handle technical aspects. For instance, if you require a weekly report displaying accounts transitioning in and out of your modules, it seems challenging to accomplish without consulting experts for assistance. Such tasks should be user-friendly and easily achievable without external assistance."
"There are some offerings like Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and Marketing Cloud that have very useful online learning options. There need to be more avenues for self-learning with this particular solution. That would be useful."
"Einstein Analytics could incorporate something like SFIA 8 to help users understand the underlying skill sets."
"There is a learning curve associated with Salesforce Einstein Analytics, particularly since users need to learn a new language."
"They have a lot of opportunity to improve BI tools. With Einstein Analytics, we have a very minimal scope."
"Salesforce is working very rigorously on improvements with each release."
"If I could improve Tableau CRM I would make it as powerful as Tableau. Tableau CRM is more integrated and it's on the web, but it has less functionality. It is lacking functionality at this time."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

"I am satisfied with its price. Its price is very less as compared to Tableau and QlikView."
"Costs less than most competing solutions."
"No comment on pricing."
"Licensing fees are paid on a yearly basis."
"If you purchase a license for a server, for users, or the professional version, you might not have to. The free version I think it can satisfy many customers' needs."
"Microsoft BI is not expensive."
"The price for this solution is reasonable. However, there is an additional cost if you want to publish the dashboard privately."
"Its pricing is great."
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"Mode Analytics is cheap compared to other tools."
"My decision-maker found the pricing expensive, but it is okay for me."
"The pricing is per user."
"Price-wise, Salesforce Einstein Analytics is an expensive tool."
"I rate the solution's pricing a seven out of ten."
"Salesforce Einstein Analytics can be considered somewhat expensive, depending on the company's needs. If they want the complete package with all the features, it's pricier. It all comes down to what the company requires from the platform."
"The solution is expensive."
"Salesforce has a subscription-based licensing structure, where it's between $20 to $75 per month, per user."
"The biggest challenge we had was the cost and the licensing. We ended up getting an enterprise licensing agreement(ELA). That took a lot of negotiations and a lot of pressure. We were able to receive a good price for the community licensing they bundled Salesforce Einstein Analytics. They bundled a lot of capabilities with us with the ELA."
"Although it was deemed slightly expensive and failed the cost analysis we conducted in our company, we proceeded with the purchase because we desired to have a leading CRM system in the industry."
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Comparison Review

it_user79932 - PeerSpot reviewer
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
Financial Services Firm
12%
Computer Software Company
9%
Government
9%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Computer Software Company
17%
Media Company
12%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Insurance Company
7%
Financial Services Firm
15%
Computer Software Company
13%
Manufacturing Company
9%
University
5%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business134
Midsize Enterprise57
Large Enterprise165
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By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business7
Midsize Enterprise4
Large Enterprise12
 

Questions from the Community

Seeking lightweight open source BI software
There are many...It would rather depend what System BI architecture or Enterprise legacy you have at your end...I wou...
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Is Power BI a complete platform or only a visualization tool?
Power BI is an advanced visualization tool oriented to big data with a very complete set of widgets to visualize info...
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How does Oracle OBIEE compare with Microsoft BI?
Oracle OBIEE is great in allowing design and creativity per the individual needs of the organization. Dashboards are ...
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What do you like most about Mode Analytics?
The solution is simple for people from a viewing perspective, not a coding perspective.
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What needs improvement with Mode Analytics?
The solution could run faster. You just sit there, waiting during the load times, especially for the large ones. And ...
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What is your primary use case for Mode Analytics?
I was put in charge of creating a lot of the dashboards, so it was very much that there weren't people at the company...
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What do you like most about Salesforce Einstein Analytics?
The tool is valuable. It's one of the greatest programs I'm currently working with, and I believe it will continue to...
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What needs improvement with Salesforce Einstein Analytics?
It is difficult to integrate the modules. The customization is also a little bit complex currently, but it is getting...
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What is your primary use case for Salesforce Einstein Analytics?
It is more of an integrated platform where marketing, customer service, and the ticketing system are integrated into ...
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Compared 5% of the time
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Compared 21% of the time
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Compared 16% of the time
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Compared 14% of the time
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Compared 10% of the time
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Compared 9% of the time
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Compared 19% of the time
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Compared 15% of the time
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Compared 9% of the time
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Compared 8% of the time
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Compared 7% of the time
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Also Known As

SSRS, SSAS, MSBI, MS Reporting Services, Microsoft BI Tools, Microsoft Big Data, Power BI Pro, MS BI
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Einstein Analytics, Salesforce Wave Analytics
 

Overview

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.

Microsoft

Mode Enterprise offers a data-focused analytics platform designed for businesses seeking advanced insights and efficiency. It combines robust data exploration with seamless reporting capabilities.

Mode Enterprise caters to data-driven enterprises by providing them with the tools necessary for real-time analysis. It’s engineered to enhance business decision-making through comprehensive data visualization, encouraging immediate insights and collaborative work across teams. The platform’s integration capabilities allow for smoother adaptation into existing workflows, enhancing agility and responsiveness.

What key features does Mode Enterprise offer?
  • Real-Time Collaboration: Enables teams to collaborate on reports simultaneously.
  • Data Visualization: Offers dynamic charts and graphs for data insights.
  • SQL Editor: Advanced querying tools for complex data analysis.
  • Custom Reporting: Flexible report creation tailored to specific metrics.
What benefits and ROI should users consider?
  • Improved Decision Making: Facilitates informed business strategies.
  • Increased Efficiency: Streamlines data management workflows.
  • Enhanced Collaboration: Supports transparent and cooperative efforts.
  • Cost-Effectiveness: Reduces time and resources spent on manual data handling.

Mode Enterprise effectively serves sectors like finance, retail, and healthcare by providing industry-specific analytics solutions. Its adaptability allows for personalized implementations, meeting each sector's unique data analysis needs and contributing to improved operational outcomes. By fostering agility, it aids industries in staying competitive through timely insights and informed strategic decisions.

Mode

Salesforce Einstein Analytics is a customer and business analytics platform that’s optimized for mobile use and brings flexible customer analytics to everyone in the company. It works with many types of data, from many data sources, and it can change the way your company answers critical questions. Einstein Analytics allows you to:

  • Connect directly to your CRM data and execute on insights directly in Chatter.
  • Automatically analyze millions of rows of data and get predictive analytics with Einstein Discovery.
  • Explore data quickly and automate actions with prebuilt apps.
  • Use mobile to act, whether you're on Android or iOS.
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Sample Customers

Accenture Adidas Aetna AIG Airbus Alibaba Allstate Amazon American Express Aon AT&T Audi Bank of America BASF Bayer Berkshire Hathaway Boeing Coca-Cola Comcast Cisco Coca-Cola Dell Disney Emirates Equinix FedEx Ford GE Google H&M Home Depot Honda IBM Intel JPMorgan Chase Kellogg's Kroger L'Oréal McDonald's Merck MetLife Microsoft Nike Oracle P&G PepsiCo Procter & Gamble Prudential Financial SAP Siemens Snapchat Spotify Starbucks Target Toyota T-Mobile Unilever Visa Walmart WeWork World Bank Xerox
Lyft, Zenefits, Twitch, Trello, Clover, Grovo, CrowdFlower, Segment, Everlane, Pocket, Highfive
ADS Securities, Alstom Grid, American Express, Barclays Bank, Coca-Cola, CoderDojo, Dubai Multi Commodities Centre, Financial Conduct Authority
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