Microsoft Power BI vs Oracle HFM comparison

Why PeerSpot?

The compared Microsoft and Oracle solutions aren't in the same category. Microsoft is ranked #1 in BIT , with an average rating of 8.4, and holds a 7.6% mindshare in the category. Oracle is ranked #9 in BPM , with an average rating of 8.0, and holds a 3.6% mindshare. Additionally, 93% of Microsoft users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Oracle users who would recommend it.

Microsoft Power BI

Read 332 Microsoft Power BI reviews

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93% willing to recommend

Oracle HFM

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2,845 Views
2,561 Comparison Views

100% 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

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)

Oracle HFM

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.3

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Business Performance Management (9th)

Mindshare comparison

While both are Business Intelligence solutions, they serve different purposes. Microsoft Power BI is designed for BI (Business Intelligence) Tools and holds a mindshare of 7.6%, down 14.1% compared to last year.
Oracle HFM, on the other hand, focuses on Business Performance Management, holds 3.6% mindshare, down 5.5% since last year.

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

Business Performance Management Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Oracle HFM	3.6%
Anaplan	5.9%
Workday Adaptive Planning	5.9%
Other	84.6%

Business Performance Management

Featured Reviews

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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Segun Oladele

Associate Manager, Accounting at BIC

Has supported financial consolidation through accurate reporting and global currency conversion

Oracle HFM is excellent for consolidation and reconciliation. It helps me see the general overview of the business across several locations. The drill-through reporting enhances accuracy in financial analysis. Oracle HFM has a schedule that requires reporting, especially one that ties back to my general ledger. I have to report each line item that comprises that number. It helps me fact-check reported numbers with a schedule. For example, with payables, Oracle HFM allows me to have a list of numbers reported per supplier. This provides comfort that the numbers are not fictitious. Additionally, it has a feature that performs fact-checking from P&L to balance sheet. For instance, if depreciation is reported, it must align with what is in the profit or loss account. These features ensure integrity in the reported numbers and allow for quick error detection while serving as a reconciliation tool. The currency conversion feature provides a global view from entity currency to local currency perspective, enabling value checks in different currencies for the company as a whole. In Nigeria, I report in Naira, and I don't need to report in my parent currency. The entity can report in their currency into Oracle HFM, and the parent company converts to their currency. By inputting budget rates, I can convert to any reporting currency, particularly the parent company currency. This feature saves time, increases speed, and allows the parent company to value its subsidiaries quickly. Regarding data integration capabilities for ensuring data consistency and accuracy, it deserves a high rating. For example, with inventory, if there is an impairment, the reported amount in P&L should match the balance sheet's inventory impairment. This level of checking provides confidence in the accuracy of reported figures.

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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 way data is presented is very valuable. The amount of information that we can get at a glance is also valuable. You can then drill-down and see data from many different angles in the same chart by selecting certain things. Based on the selection, everything changes automatically. If we have four parameters in a particular item, when you select a parameter, the remaining charts on that page automatically change for that particular parameter."

"The solution is easy to use and charts can be built quickly with the tools."

"The standard BI visualization capabilities are great."

"There is a feature in Microsoft BI that allows JSON data to SQL on the dashboards effectively and quickly."

"It's a very easy-to-use solution."

"Ability to extract data from a variety of sources and systems."

"The integration with other data sources is very easy and very handy."

"Power BI stands out because it provides considerable flexibility in creating reports, dashboards, and various types of analytics to meet those dynamic requirements. It is lightweight and easy to use with good support."

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"Decreased time spent on the preparation of main financial statements and cross checking data."

"The most valuable feature is the flexibility and ease of configuration in terms of testing and formula creation."

"Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten."

"Time saving during accounting closing periods."

"It is an expensive product but delivers what it promises, ensuring regulatory compliance, reducing risks associated with spreadsheets, and providing a better return on investment based on usage."

"Oracle HFM's drill-through reporting has enhanced my customers' financial analysis significantly, allowing users to drill down to the base level in each of the dimensions and even further using Smart View for very granular level of general ledger cost centers, making the whole process more effective for their targets and deadlines."

"You can bring in data from any source and from multiple sources, and you can consolidate that data in HFM."

"The data consolidation engine is outstanding in terms of speed and functionality."

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Cons

"Power BI's administration could use some work, and the user experience needs to improve because it is a client-based tool."

"The Power Query feature needs to be improved to handle large amounts of data. This feature is also slow for large data transfers making it better to use some kind of script."

"Using Docs with Microsoft BI can be difficult and hard to figure out."

"The reporting part of Microsoft BI is rather limited compared to other reporting tools."

"It's quite difficult to learn how to use Power BI."

"I am taking a course to be able to use the solution better. Some aspects of the solution are not straightforward."

"SSMS & SSRS."

"Sometimes while developing, the front end is not easily customizable and it has limitations. We cannot go and do any UI we want. We have to stick to the limitations of the product."

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"In my first experience with Oracle HFM, navigating to input numbers was cumbersome."

"In terms of improvement, one challenge with Oracle HFM is the need for technical knowledge in writing SQL syntax for custom extensions."

"The solution has integration challenges. We need a simple tool that is fool-proof for the data that is submitted not only for consolidation purposes but also for performance management and reporting purposes."

"If there could be data integration between HFM and the accounting software that would be ideal."

"Oracle HFM could be improved or enhanced in handling metadata or the dimensionality."

"Format of tables Links between pages could be more efficient"

"The financial reporting tool hasn’t improved much since it was first implemented, and we are struggling with it."

"The initial building of HFM is not a cake walk."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Regarding cost, the initial investment wasn't too high, but ongoing licensing could add up."

"We have a professional license for Microsoft BI and the price is fair."

"While Power BI is generally a paid product, particularly for enterprise features and scalability, you can start with the free version and still achieve significant functionality."

"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."

"It is a cheap solution for our needs."

"I believe that the price is reasonable, at least for an enterprise solution."

"I used the tool's free version."

"No comment."

More Microsoft Power BI pricing and cost advice

"Oracle Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) uses the named user licensing model. There's different pricing depending on HFM and Essbase planning."

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Comparison Review

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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

Financial Services Firm

13%

Manufacturing Company

Construction Company

Outsourcing Company

Manufacturing Company

15%

Construction Company

10%

Financial Services Firm

Outsourcing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	3
Midsize Enterprise	2
Large Enterprise	11

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 would recommend as follows: 1) If you have legacies of SAP, Oracle - look for SAP...

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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 information, control users accessing information, the configuration of governance po...

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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 fully customizable and very user-friendly. This solution is very stable. Oracle ...

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What needs improvement with Oracle HFM?

Oracle HFM could be improved or enhanced in handling metadata or the dimensionality. I currently handle updates in the dimension hierarchies and properties manually. There is a way for it to be cen...

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What is your primary use case for Oracle HFM?

The usual use cases for Oracle HFM that I support are for financial institutions, crewing for ships, and an Australian airlines company. They use the application mainly for management reporting pur...

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What advice do you have for others considering Oracle HFM?

I am not familiar with Oracle HFM's advanced rules engine if it is similar to the HFM rules that I encounter and have experience with. Technology now is geared towards cloud solutions, not on-premi...

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Compared 3% of the time

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Compared 3% of the time

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Compared 8% of the time

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Compared 6% 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

HFM

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

Oracle HFM is a flexible and robust financial management tool, offering efficient data consolidation and multi-currency capabilities for comprehensive financial reporting and analysis.

Oracle HFM facilitates end-to-end financial consolidations, featuring outstanding data consolidation performance and flexible configuration options. Offering efficient multi-currency translations and complex ownership calculations, it delivers superior data integration, ensuring data consistency and accuracy crucial for financial analysis. However, user experience challenges arise from its interface complexity and SQL syntax for customizations, with desires for better integration with third-party tools and real-time data synchronization with accounting software. Intercompany reporting and metadata management are occasionally demanding, challenging users to explore alternate tools for comprehensive reporting solutions. Transitioning to cloud-based deployment adds a layer of complexity, requiring adjustments in implementation.

What are the Key Features of Oracle HFM?

Data Consolidation: Efficiently handles complex consolidations end-to-end.
Multi-Currency Translations: Offers reliable currency conversion for global financial insights.
Ownership Calculations: Performs complex calculations with ease.
Data Integration: Ensures consistency with superior integration capabilities.
Drill-Through Reporting: Provides accurate financial analysis through detailed reporting.

What Benefits and ROI Should Users Expect?

Enhanced Reporting: Streamlines financial statement preparation with speed.
Global Financial Insights: Supports quick evaluations across global subsidiaries.
Accurate Data Handling: Maintains data consistency and accuracy for precise analysis.
Efficient Financial Processes: Facilitates management reporting and taxation.

Implementing Oracle HFM spans industries such as financial institutions, shipping, and airlines, where it supports specialized operations by managing financial data, hierarchies, and complex business processes. Users responsible for implementation often tailor its capabilities to meet sector-specific needs, leveraging its powerful consolidation and reporting functions.

Oracle

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

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