Compare Firebolt and Google Cloud BigQuery 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (50.0% of reviews)
Enterprise (38.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free
Firebolt
Star Rating
(14)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (50.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about FireboltGoogle Cloud BigQuery
Star Rating
(1,224)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (38.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Google Cloud BigQuery excels in user experience, highlighting its serverless architecture which allows users to focus on data analysis without worrying about infrastructure. This makes it particularly appealing for those who want a smooth and efficient workflow.
- Users say that Firebolt offers exceptional customer support, with many praising the quick implementation process and ongoing assistance during engineering changes. This level of support can be a significant advantage for teams needing guidance during setup.
- Reviewers mention that Google Cloud BigQuery's scalability is a standout feature, allowing users to handle large datasets effortlessly. The pay-as-you-go model is particularly appreciated, as it simplifies operations and encourages experimentation with data.
- According to verified reviews, Firebolt is noted for its Postgres-API compatibility, making it easy for users to integrate it into existing systems. This compatibility can streamline the ELT process, especially for businesses already using Postgres.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while both platforms have similar star ratings, Google Cloud BigQuery's overall satisfaction is significantly higher, as evidenced by its robust G2 Score and a much larger number of recent reviews, indicating a more reliable user experience.
- Users report that while Firebolt has made improvements in performance, Google Cloud BigQuery consistently delivers faster query responses and a more efficient data analysis experience, making it a preferred choice for enterprises handling complex queries.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Firebolt
No pricing availableGoogle Cloud BigQuery
Free
Free
New customers get $300 in free Google Cloud credits to spend on BigQuery with free trial sign-up.
- 10 GB storage
- Up to 1 TB queries per month
Free Trial
Firebolt
No trial information availableGoogle Cloud BigQuery
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.6
12
8.8
626
Ease of Use
8.6
12
8.7
642
Ease of Setup
8.6
6
8.7
416
Ease of Admin
8.1
7
8.5
227
Quality of Support
9.2
12
8.3
573
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
7
8.6
220
Product Direction (% positive)
10.0
10
9.3
614
Features by Category
Management
Not enough data
8.6
121
Not enough data
8.3
119
Functionality
Not enough data
9.0
119
Not enough data
9.1
123
Not enough data
9.0
123
Not enough data
8.9
122
Not enough data
9.3
122
Data Management
Feature Not Available
8.9
224
|
Verified
8.5
8
8.3
210
|
Verified
8.3
8
8.9
215
|
Verified
7.5
8
8.6
219
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.3
204
|
Verified
7.7
8
8.6
201
|
Verified
Integration
Feature Not Available
8.5
202
|
Verified
8.3
9
8.6
214
|
Verified
8.5
8
8.6
201
|
Verified
Deployment
Feature Not Available
7.7
186
|
Verified
8.3
7
9.1
223
|
Verified
Performance
9.2
8
9.1
233
|
Verified
Security
8.3
7
8.7
208
|
Verified
8.3
8
9.2
214
|
Verified
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.6
127
Not enough data
7.8
124
Storage
Not enough data
9.1
70
Not enough data
8.8
70
Availability
Not enough data
8.4
62
Not enough data
8.5
66
Not enough data
8.6
68
Performance
Not enough data
8.5
65
Security
Not enough data
8.7
70
Not enough data
8.8
69
Not enough data
8.4
69
Not enough data
8.7
65
Support
Not enough data
8.7
66
Not enough data
8.9
66
Centralized computation
Not enough data
9.1
27
Localized computation
Not enough data
8.5
28
Statistical Tool
Not enough data
8.7
78
Not enough data
9.0
78
Not enough data
8.8
79
Data Analysis
Not enough data
9.3
78
Not enough data
9.1
79
Decision Making
Not enough data
8.8
79
Not enough data
8.7
77
Not enough data
8.7
79
Not enough data
8.7
77
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.5
50
Not enough data
7.8
50
Marketing Operations
Not enough data
8.8
65
Not enough data
9.2
64
Not enough data
8.9
64
Not enough data
9.4
65
Not enough data
8.8
63
Not enough data
8.4
62
Campaign Activity
Not enough data
9.1
67
Not enough data
9.5
67
Not enough data
8.7
64
Not enough data
9.2
61
Not enough data
8.9
62
Not enough data
9.0
64
Agentic AI - Marketing Analytics
Not enough data
8.7
15
Not enough data
9.6
15
Not enough data
8.2
15
Database
Not enough data
8.8
175
Not enough data
8.9
173
Not enough data
8.7
167
Integrations
Not enough data
8.4
136
Not enough data
8.5
133
Platform
Not enough data
8.9
151
Not enough data
8.9
165
Not enough data
8.5
133
Processing
Not enough data
9.2
168
Not enough data
9.1
161
Data Transformation
Not enough data
8.8
283
Not enough data
9.3
293
Connectivity
Not enough data
8.1
251
Not enough data
8.2
249
Not enough data
8.7
278
Not enough data
8.7
269
Operations
Not enough data
8.5
279
Not enough data
8.7
277
Not enough data
8.3
255
Not enough data
8.4
262
Not enough data
8.5
254
Building Reports
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Firebolt and Google Cloud BigQuery are categorized as Data Warehouse
Unique Categories
Firebolt has no unique categories
Google Cloud BigQuery is categorized as Columnar Databases, Big Data Integration Platforms, ETL Tools, Big Data Processing and Distribution, Big Data Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Predictive Analytics, and Data Clean Room
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Firebolt
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Google Cloud BigQuery
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
21.4%
Information Technology and Services
14.3%
Marketing and Advertising
7.1%
Hospitality
7.1%
Financial Services
7.1%
Other
42.9%
Information Technology and Services
16.1%
Computer Software
13.5%
Retail
7.0%
Financial Services
6.5%
Marketing and Advertising
5.2%
Other
51.7%
Alternatives
Discussions
Firebolt has no discussions with answers
Is Big Query free?
3 Comments
BG
noRead more
Is BigQuery part of Google Cloud Platform?
2 Comments
AY
Yes, Bigquery is a GCP product and a serveless data wharehouse.Read more
How BQ legacy SQl is different form the standard SQL?
1 Comment
OD
Legacy SQL is a non-standard SQL only used by BigQuery. Standard SQL is compliant with the SQL 2011.
Google recommends using Standard SQL and looking at the...Read more
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