Microsoft Power BI
8.4#4 in business intelligence toolsFrom $14 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWindows
Visit| Fact | Microsoft Power BI | SAP Analytics Cloud |
|---|---|---|
| Deployment | hybrid | hybrid |
| Embedded analytics | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Natural-language queries | Yes | Yes |
Power BI suits people who need to explore data and build reports or dashboards, as well as developers embedding reports in applications. Its free account is for personal use; report sharing requires Pro or Premium.
SAP Analytics Cloud suits organizations that need business intelligence and planning in one cloud solution. Its planning coverage spans finance, supply chain, and operations, while mobile use depends on an account and IT-enabled mobile services.