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Best Metabase alternatives — pricing compared

The short answer

The best Metabase alternatives are Preset and Hex — here's how their published pricing compares. The cheapest paid entry point among them is Preset at $25 per user/month.

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2 Metabase alternatives compared

Each "cheapest paid tier" below is the lowest paid monthly (or annual-equivalent) price the competitor publishes on its own pricing page. Custom-quote and usage-based add-ons aren't included; click any tool for its full per-tier breakdown.

Alternative Category Cheapest paid tier Why switch Full pricing

Preset Managed apache superset $25 (Professional) Managed Superset BI with a free starter and a $25/user Pro plan. See all tiers →

Hex Collaborative data notebooks $36 (Professional) Notebook-style data app builder priced per editor. See all tiers →

Why teams look past Metabase

Preset — Managed Superset BI with a free starter and a $25/user Pro plan.
Hex — Notebook-style data app builder priced per editor.

Compare against Metabase itself

Before you switch, price Metabase on the same terms. The full breakdown has every tier, hidden fee, and per-seat math.

Metabase pricing → Metabase features

Frequently asked questions

Is Preset cheaper than Metabase?

Yes — Preset's cheapest paid tier is $25, below Metabase's cheapest paid tier at $100. Confirm seat counts and add-ons before switching.

What is the best free alternative to Metabase?

Preset publishes a free tier, making it the best no-cost starting point among Metabase alternatives on this page. Check its usage limits before committing.

Which Metabase alternative should I compare first?

Buyers evaluating Metabase most often shortlist Preset, Hex. Each links to a full per-tier pricing breakdown with hidden fees.