What our customers told us...
If you want simple dashboards with data directly from each of your data sources then Plecto is a simple and easy tool. Unfortunately, after a few months of usage, our data needed cleaning and it was more interesting for us to get combined metrics from different data sources so we switched to ClicData.
Disclaimer
We’ve done our best to ensure this comparison is accurate, fair, and based on public sources or expert use as of the date of writing. Our goal is to provide objective analysis to support informed decisions.
Quick Overview
Plecto is a real-time KPI dashboard platform with gamification and coaching features, tailored to boost team engagement and performance. It’s ideal for sales, customer service, and contact center environments.
ClicData is a full-stack BI solution integrating data warehousing, ETL, visualization, embedding, and automation—designed for comprehensive analytics needs.
⚙️ Features | ClicData | Plecto |
|---|---|---|
| Data Connectors | 250+ incl. APIs, DBs, cloud, files | 100+ KPI integrations (CRM, telephony, help desk) |
| ETL / Data Prep | Full ETL, SQL, Python, joins, cleanses | Basic – KPI formulas via drag/drop; no SQL/Python |
| Data Warehouse | Built-in, scalable to 16TB | No data warehouse |
| Data Lake | Built-in, scalable to 100TB | No data warehouse |
| Dashboard Designer | Full flexibility, widget-based | Real-time team dashboards, gamified widgets |
| Report Designer | Full flexibility, pixel perfect PDF | No report designer |
| Collaboration / Sharing | Alerts, exports, dynamic links | Real-time dashboard displays, performance contests, notifications |
| Automation | Full scheduling, triggers, workflows | |
| AI/ML Integration | Forecasting, OpenAI | None |
| API Access | Full REST API | Yes – for integrations |
| Mobile Support | Web-based UI | Mobile dashboards via browser; TV/office display focused |
| Dashboard Embedding | Yes (via iframe or API, secure access) | No (primarily internal dashboards) |
| Export / Data Stream | Yes (via iframe or API, secure access) | Automatic PowerPoint/PDF exports |
After 5 years with ClicData, it’s become the heartbeat of our data operations. What started as simple dashboarding evolved into full automation, seamless reporting, and effortless data management. The exceptional customer support makes all the difference—fast, reliable, and constantly improving!
Urvish Vashisht
Head of Analytics & Strategy - Betacalco
💲 Pricing | ClicData | Plecto |
|---|---|---|
| Free Tier | No - Free Trial for 15 days | 14-day free trial |
| Entry-Level Plan | $265/month – 5 users, 5GB DW, per minute data refresh | €185/month – 10 users |
| Mid-Tier Plan | $488/month – 25 users, 15GB DW, per minute data refresh | €310/month – 10 users |
| Enterprise Plan | $788/month – 50 users, 25GB DW, per minute data refresh | Custom pricing |
| Dedicated/Custom Plan | Custom – private cloud or on-prem | Not available |
| Per User Pricing | $5/user, $2/user at scale | €18.50–31/user/month depending on plan |
| Storage (Lake / Warehouse) Pricing | $2 to $5 per GB on DW, $0.20/GB Lake for extra storage |
☁️ Hosting & Deployment | ClicData | Plecto |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud Hosting | Microsoft Azure | Plecto cloud (region details not specified) |
| Region Availability | USA, Ireland (EU), Canada, France, Singapore | Not specified |
| On-Premises Option | Yes (Dedicated plan) | No |
| Data Residency Control | Yes | Not specified |
| Historical Data Retention | Unlimited | Not available - direct data ingestion |
| Cloud-Native (100%) | Yes – fully browser-based, no install | Yes – browser-based |
| Designer Platform | Browser-based (Windows, Mac, Linux) | Browser-based |
🛡️ Security & Compliance | ClicData | Plecto |
|---|---|---|
| Compliance Programs | ISO 27001/2019, ISO 27001/2022, ISO 27701, SOC 2 Type 2 | ISO 27001 |
| Privacy Certifications | GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA | GDPR |
| Other Certifications | WCAG | Not specified |
| Data Encryption | AES 256 at rest, TLS 1.2+ in transit | Not specified |
| Authentication Methods | SAML, OpenID, API, 2FA, Passkeys, Microsoft 365, Google, and Password Policies | Not specified |
🛎️ Support & Services | ClicData | Plecto |
|---|---|---|
| Self Service | Online documentation, tutorials, and Udemy courses | Help Center & product guides |
| Support Levels | Email support included with all plans, InApp chat optional on lower plans, included in higher plans | One standard level; email and chat support |
| Support Availability | 9am–5pm EST (North America) and 9am–5pm CET (Western Europe), Monday–Friday | 08:30 to 19:00. Support may be limited for EU-based customers after 16:00 (and on Fridays after 15:00). |
| Support Channels | In-app chat, email, phone | Email, chat, in-app ticketing |
| Languages Supported | English, French | Spanish, Danish, German, English |
| Services Provided | Tailored onboarding sessions covering data integration, dashboard design, analytics, and platform navigation | Coaching features, onboarding support, resources |
✅ Summary | ClicData | Plecto |
|---|---|---|
| Ideal Use Case | Complex data projects with warehousing, transformation, automation, custom dashboards | Real-time KPI dashboards for sales/call teams with gamification |
| Strengths | Full-stack analytics, strong compliance, private hosting options, advanced ETL and scripting | User engagement via gamification, coaching, real-time dashboard power |
| Limitations | Higher entry price point, overkill for simple needs | No data warehouse or advanced ETL |
Company | ClicData | Plecto |
|---|---|---|
| Company Name | ClicData SAS | Plecto ApS |
| Headquarters | Lille, France | Copenhagen, Denmark |
| Country of Registration | France | Denmark |
| Year Founded | 2008 | 2012 |
| Primary Market | Global | Sales, customer-facing teams globally |