Microsoft Power BI vs Tableau: what each really costs
Team size
Billing
Microsoft Power BI
No plan for this billing option
No paid plan to compare for this billing option.
Tableau
No plan for this billing option
No paid plan to compare for this billing option.
| 10 people | Microsoft Power BI | Tableau |
|---|---|---|
| Entry paid plan | No plan for this billing option | No plan for this billing option |
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| Annual cost | ||
| Per user / year | ||
| Billing commitment | Not recorded | Not recorded |
| Minimum seats | None stated | None stated |
| Free plan | Yes | No free plan listed |
| Free trial | Not stated | Not stated |
Calculated by SpecEntry from official vendor prices. Taxes and optional add-ons are not included. Open each product page for every plan and the official source.
Microsoft Power BI vs Tableau pricing questions
- How much do Microsoft Power BI and Tableau cost?
- Microsoft Power BI paid plans start at $14/user/month (Pro). Tableau paid plans start at $15/user/month (Standard).
- Is Microsoft Power BI or Tableau cheaper for 5 users?
- Microsoft Power BI is cheaper for 5 users: $840 per year on Pro, against $900 per year for Tableau on Standard. That is $60 less per year, before tax.
- Is Microsoft Power BI or Tableau cheaper for 10 users?
- Microsoft Power BI is cheaper for 10 users: $1,680 per year on Pro, against $1,800 per year for Tableau on Standard. That is $120 less per year, before tax.
- Is Microsoft Power BI or Tableau cheaper for 25 users?
- Microsoft Power BI is cheaper for 25 users: $4,200 per year on Pro, against $4,500 per year for Tableau on Standard. That is $300 less per year, before tax.
- Do Microsoft Power BI and Tableau have a free plan?
- Microsoft Power BI lists a free plan; Tableau does not list one on its official pricing.