| Overview |
An open-source low-code platform for building internal tools with a visual builder and extensive data source connectors. |
Looker is a modern business intelligence platform now part of Google Cloud that uses a modeling language called LookML. It provides governed data exploration and embedded analytics for organizations. |
| Pricing |
Freemium (Free-$40/user/month) |
Paid (Custom) |
| Key Features |
- Open source
- Visual builder
- Data source connectors
- JavaScript widgets
- Git sync
- RBAC
- Audit logs
- Custom widgets
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- LookML modeling
- data exploration
- embedded analytics
- custom applications
- Git integration
- API access
- scheduling
- Google Cloud integration
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| Pros |
- Open source
- Self-hosted option
- Good community
- Many connectors
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- Strong data governance
- LookML is powerful
- Good embedded analytics
- API-first approach
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| Cons |
- UI can be janky
- Learning curve
- Community support varies
- Fewer pre-built components
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- Steep learning curve
- Requires technical setup
- Expensive
- Limited visualization options
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