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Microsoft Power BI vs Mode
Both stand on business intelligence tools. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Power BI offers free personal report creation alongside paid options for sharing and additional capabilities. Consider the yearly per-user fees and the restriction on sharing from a free account when choosing a plan.
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Visit Mode The facts
| Microsoft Power BI | Mode | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Windows | API, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Power BI Pro: $14 a month | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 6 | 3 |
| Maker | Microsoft Power BI | Mode |
| Website | powerbi.microsoft.com | mode.com |
| On business intelligence tools | #2 of 89 | #6 of 89 |
Microsoft Power BI: what it does well
- Free account supports personal reports and dashboards.
- Desktop app is a free download.
- Integrates with Microsoft 365, Azure and other Microsoft services.
- Natural-language questions can produce visuals and reports.
- Supports embedding interactive reports in applications.
What to know first
- Sharing reports requires Pro or Premium.
- Pro costs $14 a month when paid yearly.
- Premium Per User costs $24 a month when paid yearly.
- Some plans have no listed price.
Mode: what it does well
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