Query Streams
7.7#3 in data virtualization softwareFrom $15 a monthFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
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SAS Federation Server
5.7#19 in data virtualization softwareWebAPILinuxSelf-hosted
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| Fact | Query Streams | SAS Federation Server |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | LinkedIn lists Query Streams as founded in 2025. | 1976 |
| Purpose | Query Streams provides governed access to databases and APIs for spreadsheets, AI clients, apps, and scheduled data syncs through an outbound-only Network Agent. | SAS Federation Server provides scalable, multi-user data access and integrates data from multiple data services. |
| REST API | A saved query can be published as a read-only REST endpoint with recipient-specific revocable keys. | The support page lists a SAS Federation Server 4.6 Data REST API reference. |
| Security | The Network Agent initiates an encrypted outbound connection, requires no inbound ports or VPN, and enforces SELECT, WITH, and EXPLAIN-only queries; database credentials stay on the user's network. | The course describes centralized role-based access, data masking and encryption of personally identifiable information. |
| Support | The site provides a contact form for questions and links to its documentation archive. | The support page offers a knowledge base, SAS user community and technical support through its support track system. |
Query Streams plans
- FreeFree
- Personal Core$15 a month
- Personal Plus$30 a month
- Business Core$50 a month
SAS Federation Server plans
- SAS Federation ServerPriced on request
Pick Query Streams if…
It suits teams that want to share governed database and API results with spreadsheet users, AI clients or scheduled integrations. The Free tier may fit limited query traffic; larger needs can use paid plans starting at $15 a month.
Pick SAS Federation Server if…
It suits IT administrators, technical users, and business users who need to unify access to data sources or address data-access, security, and performance concerns.