MicroStrategy vs. ClicData
A feature by feature comparison
Quick Overview
MicroStrategy is an enterprise-grade business intelligence (BI) platform offering advanced analytics, scalable architecture, and extensive customization options. It caters to large organizations requiring robust data governance, complex reporting, and sophisticated embedding capabilities.
ClicData is a full-stack BI solution designed for businesses seeking an integrated platform that combines data integration, transformation, visualization, and automation. It is suitable for organizations aiming for a balance between functionality and ease of use.
Company | ClicData | MicroStrategy |
|---|---|---|
| Company Name | ClicData SAS | MicroStrategy Incorporated |
| Headquarters | Lille, France | Tysons Corner, Virginia, USA |
| Country of Registration | France | United States |
| Year Founded | 2008 | 1989 |
| Primary Market | Global | Global |
Features | ClicData | MicroStrategy |
|---|---|---|
| Data Connectors | 250+ incl. APIs, DBs, cloud, files | Extensive connectors including enterprise databases and cloud services |
| ETL / Data Prep | Full ETL, SQL, Python, joins, cleanses | Advanced data modeling and transformation capabilities |
| Data Warehouse | Built-in, scalable to 16TB | Supports external data warehouses; no built-in warehouse |
| Data Lake | Built-in, scalable to 100TB | Supports external data warehouses; no built-in warehouse |
| Dashboard Designer | Full flexibility, widget-based | Highly customizable with advanced visualization options |
| Report Designer | Full flexibility, pixel perfect PDF | None |
| Collaboration / Sharing | Alerts, exports, dynamic links | Robust collaboration features with role-based access controls |
| Automation | Full scheduling, triggers, workflows | Advanced scheduling and distribution capabilities |
| AI/ML Integration | Forecasting, OpenAI | AI-powered analytics and natural language querying |
| API Access | Full REST API | Comprehensive REST API and SDKs for customization |
| Mobile Support | Web-based UI | Native mobile apps with offline capabilities |
| Dashboard Embedding | Yes (via iframe or API, secure access) | Yes (via Embedding SDK and REST API) |
| Export / Data Stream | Yes (via iframe or API, secure access) | Yes (export to various formats; REST API for data extraction) |
Pricing | ClicData | MicroStrategy |
|---|---|---|
| Free Tier | No - Free Trial for 15 days | No |
| Entry-Level Plan | $265/month – 5 users, 5GB DW, per minute data refresh | Starts at ~$2,000/month; specific pricing varies |
| Mid-Tier Plan | $488/month – 25 users, 15GB DW, per minute data refresh | Pricing varies based on deployment and user roles |
| Enterprise Plan | $788/month – 50 users, 25GB DW, per minute data refresh | Pricing varies; typically higher for extensive deployments |
| Dedicated/Custom Plan | Custom – private cloud or on-prem | Available; pricing based on specific requirements |
| Per User Pricing | $5/user, $2/user at scale | Varies widely; ranges from $600 to $5,000 per user depending on role and features |
| Storage (Lake / Warehouse) Pricing | $2 to $5 per GB on DW, $0.20/GB Lake for extra storage | Not Applicable/Third Party Costs |
Hosting & Deployment | ClicData | MicroStrategy |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud Hosting | Microsoft Azure | Supports AWS, Azure, GCP, and STACKIT |
| Region Availability | USA, Ireland (EU), Canada, France, Singapore | Global, with data centers in multiple regions |
| On-Premises Option | Yes (Dedicated plan) | Yes |
| Data Residency Control | Yes | Yes |
| Historical Data Retention | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Cloud-Native (100%) | Yes – fully browser-based, no install | No – hybrid (on-prem/cloud), some local agents |
| Designer Platform | Browser-based (Windows, Mac, Linux) | Windows native client + browser-based tools |
Security & Compliance | ClicData | MicroStrategy |
|---|---|---|
| Compliance Programs | ISO 27001/2019, ISO 27001/2022, ISO 27701, SOC 2 Type 2 | ISO 27001, ISO 27701, SOC2 Type 2 |
| Privacy Certifications | GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA | GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA |
| Other Certifications | WCAG | Not Available |
| Data Encryption | AES 256 at rest, TLS 1.2+ in transit | AES 256 at rest, TLS in transit |
| Authentication Methods | SAML, OpenID, API, 2FA, Passkeys, Microsoft 365, Google, and Password Policies | Supports SAML, LDAP, and other enterprise authentication methods |
Support & Services | ClicData | MicroStrategy |
|---|---|---|
| Self Service | Online documentation, tutorials, and Udemy courses | Knowledge base, product documentation, community forums, YouTube tutorials |
| Support Levels | Email support included with all plans, InApp chat optional on lower plans, included in higher plans | Standard, Extended, Premium (based on SLA tiering and business hours) |
| Support Availability | 9am–5pm EST (North America) and 9am–5pm CET (Western Europe), Monday–Friday | 24/7 for Premium support; business hours for lower tiers |
| Support Channels | In-app chat, email, phone | Email, web portal, phone (for higher tiers), and partner network |
| Languages Supported | English, French | English (primary), with limited support in other major languages |
| Services Provided | Tailored onboarding sessions covering data integration, dashboard design, analytics, and platform navigation | Technical support, onboarding, training, consulting, education, certifications |
Summary | ClicData | MicroStrategy |
|---|---|---|
| Ideal Use Case | Complex data projects with warehousing, transformation, automation, custom dashboards | Large enterprises requiring advanced analytics, extensive customization, and scalability |
| Strengths | Full-stack analytics, strong compliance, private hosting options, advanced ETL and scripting | Robust analytics capabilities, extensive integration options, enterprise-grade security |
| Limitations | Higher entry price point, overkill for simple needs | Higher cost, steeper learning curve, potentially more complex deployment |
What our customers told us...
MicroStrategy is an old Windows days client/server breed of software, built for on-premise infrastructure and migrated to cloud as independent hosting but each version remains independent of the latest. It is old tech but well supported due to large price tag and the number of enterprise customers using them. Many of the features are the same but ClicData is cheaper and easier to build and maintain.
Disclaimer
We have made every effort to ensure that this comparison is accurate, fair, and based on publicly available information or data experts that have used both applications, as of the date of writing.
Our goal is to provide an objective analysis to help you make informed decisions.
If you believe any information is outdated or inaccurate, please contact us.
Our goal is to provide an objective analysis to help you make informed decisions.
If you believe any information is outdated or inaccurate, please contact us.