Microsoft Power BI
by Microsoft
Business analytics by Microsoft.
Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate
Key facts
- Vendor
- Microsoft
- Pricing
- Subscription — Free – $10/user/mo
- Free tier
- Yes
- Platforms
- Web, Windows
- Best for
- Smb, Enterprise, Microsoft 365 Users
- Editor rating
- 4.5 / 5
- Founded
- 2015
- Headquarters
- Redmond, WA, USA
What is Microsoft Power BI?
Microsoft Power BI is a business intelligence tool from Microsoft. Power BI is Microsoft's BI tool, tightly integrated with Excel and Azure.
Microsoft Power BI uses subscription pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free – $10/user/mo.
It's best suited to smb, enterprise, microsoft-365-users and runs on Web, Windows.
Standout strengths include affordable, excel/azure integration, powerful. Worth weighing: best on windows, learning curve for dax.
Microsoft Power BI pricing
Pros
- Affordable
- Excel/Azure integration
- Powerful
Cons
- Best on Windows
- Learning curve for DAX
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Frequently asked questions
What is Microsoft Power BI?
Power BI is Microsoft's BI tool, tightly integrated with Excel and Azure.
How much does Microsoft Power BI cost?
Microsoft Power BI is subscription-priced. It has a free tier. Paid plans start at $10/user/mo.
Does Microsoft Power BI have a free trial?
Microsoft Power BI offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.
What platforms does Microsoft Power BI support?
Microsoft Power BI is available on Web, Windows.