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Power BI Alternative for Modern Analytics

A user‑friendly analytics platform that makes it easy to build, share, and explore insights without heavy setup.

  • Deploy on-premises or in cloud environments.
  • Embed easily with developer-friendly SDKs and APIs.
  • White-label dashboards for a branded experience.
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Why Bold BI

Top Reasons to Choose Bold BI

Explore how Bold BI offers full white‑label control, flexible embedding, and helpful AI features for your analytics needs.

AI powered insights

AI powered insights

Experience AI features that help teams move faster:

  • Ask questions in plain language and get instant answers.
  • Autogenerate visuals and summaries.
  • Create dashboards from prompts with minimal setup.
Embed your way

Embed your way

Integrate dashboards smoothly with:

  • A simple JavaScript SDK that works with React, Angular, Blazor, and more.
  • Easy REST APIs for full control.
  • Support for modern web frameworks and app environments.
White label analytics

White label analytics

Make your analytics experience fully your own with:

  • Custom logos, colors, and domain URLs.
  • Customized email templates and dashboard themes.
  • A brand‑neutral interface ideal for SaaS products.

Why Leading Teams Trust Bold BI to Drive Insights

Bold BI helps teams work faster, save money, and stay in control. Use your data smarter and watch your business grow.

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  • Everything you need, all in one price
  • Empower anyone to build and explore
  • Teams collaborate and share data with ease
  • Multi-language support for worldwide localized access (On-Premises Edition; not available on Cloud Edition)

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Bold BI vs. Power BI: Side-by-Side Comparison

Check out how Bold BI’s features and functionalities compare to Power BI’s.

Bold BI vs. Power BI
FeaturesBold BIPower BI
Pricing ModelCloud hosted from $999/month for 100 users, self-hosted from $499/month for 100 users, or $1,999/month per application with unlimited users.Per-user pricing structure based on product type and licensing tier.
Add-ons & LicensingCore embedded capabilities included within platform licensing.Advanced capabilities available depending on licensing tier.
Deployment Options​Supports installation on Windows, Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, Azure App Service, with managed hosting.Cloud and on-premises deployment models available depending on configuration.
AI-Assisted Dashboard CreationSupports dashboard creation and insight assistance using natural-language prompts (Prompt to Dashboard).Natural-language capabilities available depending on licensing and configuration.
Data RefreshBuilt-in scheduled refresh and live data connectivity options.Data refresh capabilities vary by product type and plan level.
API Key AuthenticationSupports API keys, OAuth, SAML-based SSO, and configurable authentication models.Authentication options vary by service and deployment model.
Custom Email TemplatesUsers can create and edit templates directly in the platform.Email notification customization capabilities vary by configuration.

Sources: Bold BI details from the Bold BI documentation and pricing page; Power BI details from the Power BI website and its public documentation. Features and licensing change, so check each vendor's current terms before you decide. Last verified: .

Pricing

Simple Pricing That Grows With You

Say goodbye to hidden costs and pricing guesswork.

Clear ROI from Day One

Cloud hosted starts at $999/month for 100 users. Self-hosted starts at $499/month for 100 users, or $1,999/month per application with unlimited users.

Built to Grow with You

Add users in blocks of 5. Additional users cost $5 per month on cloud and $3 per month self-hosted, with volume discounts of 10% to 60% as your team grows.

Fits Every Budget

The small business license takes 35% off, and regional pricing takes 30% off. The two combine for 54.5% off the license price.

Good fit

Is Bold BI Right for You? Here’s How to Know

Choosing the right BI platform comes down to what truly supports your goals without slowing you down.

  • You want embedded analytics that fit your product.

  • You’re looking for flexible hosting across cloud, on-premises, or containers.

  • You expect support and documentation that actually help.

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  • You prefer seamless integration with your tech stack.

  • You care about quick setup and easy onboarding for your teams.

  • You’re looking for easy-to-follow videos that help without needing support.

Trusted & recognized

Analytics That Wins Awards and Users

Recognized by G2 and Visual Studio Magazine for delivering standout performance and value.

Users Love usVisual Studio Magazine GoldVisual Studio Magazine BronzeTrust Radius Tech CaresLeader Fall 2025High PerformerRegional Leader Fall 2025Top 50 G2 Review

Reviews

What makes Bold BI so Great?

Here are a few kind words from some of our happy customers.

G2 review
I appreciate Bold BI for making it easier to provide reporting for our customers, allowing both our analysts and customers to easily build and publish reports. The ability to build dashboards and modify queries for specific outcomes is very user-friendly. I value the mobile readiness of the app and its integration capabilities with API structures. The addition of AI features is impressive. The economic pricing model and the effective partnership, which includes consistent and helpful support, make it an invaluable tool for our OEM model.
Ravi S.5 out of 5 starsRead on G2
G2 review
The support from Bold is unmatched. They do not charge extra for support and it is excellent anyway. All our tickets and questions are quickly answered with authoritative and precise guidance. This is important at the product is complex, powerful and mature. To get the most out of the tool, the level of support they provide is essential.
Murph M.5 out of 5 starsRead on G2
G2 review
It was easy to implement data visualizations into our product. The standard widgets allowed us to build professional looking dashboards, and a robust API provided excellent control of the development and runtime process from within our application.
Scott Y.5 out of 5 starsRead on G2
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Recognition

  • G2 Leader — Summer 2026
  • G2 Momentum Leader — Summer 2026
  • G2 High Performer — Summer 2026 Mid-Market
  • G2 High Performer — Summer 2026 Small Business
  • G2 High Performer — Summer 2026 Americas
  • G2 High Performer — Summer 2026 Asia
  • G2 High Performer — Summer 2026 EMEA
  • G2 High Performer — Summer 2026 India

Security

Enterprise-Ready Compliance

Bold BI’s audit trail system is engineered to meet today’s toughest compliance and security standards. All logs are securely stored, immutable, and available for export.

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  • Bold BI SOC 2 Type II Compliant
  • Bold BI GDPR Compliant
  • Bold BI HIPAA Compliant

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bold BI an option for teams exploring Power BI alternatives?

Yes. Bold BI offers features like flexible deployment, easy embedding, and full branding control, which many teams review when exploring different BI platforms.

Does Bold BI support multi‑tenant embedding?

Yes. Bold BI can be set up to support multiple tenants in the same application. Multi-tenancy is available in Cloud and On-Premises.

Can I deploy Bold BI in Docker or Kubernetes environments?

Yes. Bold BI works on Docker, Kubernetes, Windows, Linux, and cloud environments.

Does Bold BI require any add‑ons?

Not for core functionality. The license price is not usage-metered; only AI credits are bought separately.

Can I customize dashboards in Bold BI?

Yes. You can customize colors, themes, layouts, and widgets.

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