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Tableau

Classic

Enterprise data visualisation

4.3
Paid · from $75/user/mo
Best for Enterprise analytics teams
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Overview

Tableau turns databases into interactive dashboards and is a staple of enterprise BI teams. Licences are expensive and the learning curve is real.

Key features

  • Interactive dashboards
  • Data blending
  • Live connections
  • Governance

Pros

  • Beautiful visuals
  • Handles big data
  • Strong governance

Cons

  • Expensive
  • Steep learning curve

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