Compare Looker Studio and SAP Analytics Cloud 
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Market Segments
Small-Business (47.5% of reviews)
Enterprise (47.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$0 Free for 30 days
Looker Studio
Star Rating
(460)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (47.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Looker StudioSAP Analytics Cloud
Star Rating
(887)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (47.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$0 Free for 30 days
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Looker Studio excels in user-friendliness, making data visualization and reporting accessible even for those without advanced technical skills. Users appreciate the ability to connect multiple data sources and create interactive dashboards effortlessly.
- Users say that SAP Analytics Cloud stands out for its comprehensive integration of reporting, analytics, and planning within a single platform. This feature allows teams to transition smoothly from data observation to actionable insights, enhancing overall productivity.
- Reviewers mention that Looker Studio's free option and its integration with Google products provide significant advantages, making it easy to set up and use. This flexibility is particularly appealing to small businesses looking for cost-effective solutions.
- According to verified reviews, SAP Analytics Cloud is praised for its robust data connectivity options, which facilitate seamless integration with the SAP Business suite. Users find the AI features and predictive analytics particularly valuable for informed decision-making.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while Looker Studio offers a higher satisfaction score overall, SAP Analytics Cloud receives commendations for its collaboration tools. Users appreciate the ability to work together in real-time, reducing the need for lengthy email exchanges between teams.
- Users report that Looker Studio's dashboard capabilities are particularly strong, with many praising the ease of sharing reports and customizing visualizations. In contrast, while SAP Analytics Cloud also offers solid dashboard features, some users feel it could improve in terms of ease of use compared to Looker Studio.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Looker Studio
No pricing availableSAP Analytics Cloud
30-DAY TRIAL
$0
Free for 30 days
- 1 user
- Business Intelligence functionality only
- Basic data source imports (excel, csv, and Google Drive)
Free Trial
Looker Studio
No trial information availableSAP Analytics Cloud
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
360
8.1
556
Ease of Use
8.2
364
8.1
578
Ease of Setup
8.4
191
7.9
308
Ease of Admin
8.2
153
7.8
264
Quality of Support
7.3
281
8.0
497
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.3
134
8.3
259
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
340
8.2
532
Features by Category
Reports
8.8
287
8.3
315
|
Verified
7.9
247
8.0
296
|
Verified
8.8
288
8.5
323
|
Verified
8.4
236
8.1
284
|
Verified
8.9
287
8.3
316
|
Verified
Self Service
Not enough data
7.9
308
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
315
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
300
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
289
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
269
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
262
|
Verified
Advanced Analytics
Not enough data
8.4
260
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
311
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
237
|
Verified
Building Reports
Not enough data
7.9
206
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
158
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
174
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
167
|
Verified
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
Reports
8.8
287
8.3
315
|
Verified
7.9
247
8.0
296
|
Verified
8.8
288
8.5
323
|
Verified
8.4
236
8.1
284
|
Verified
8.9
287
8.3
316
|
Verified
Reports
8.8
108
8.1
15
9.1
103
8.4
15
8.0
93
8.0
15
Generative AI
5.4
35
8.2
13
5.5
36
8.5
13
Visualization
9.0
109
8.9
15
8.7
97
8.5
14
9.0
113
8.8
15
8.5
100
8.7
15
Data Updates
8.2
93
8.3
15
8.6
104
8.1
15
Collaboration
8.9
111
8.7
14
8.6
99
8.5
14
7.9
90
7.4
14
Data Updates
8.2
205
8.9
29
8.3
246
9.0
31
8.2
209
8.7
15
Reports
8.8
287
8.3
315
|
Verified
7.9
247
8.0
296
|
Verified
8.8
288
8.5
323
|
Verified
8.4
236
8.1
284
|
Verified
8.9
287
8.3
316
|
Verified
Data Preparation
Not enough data
8.2
152
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
147
|
Verified
Data Modeling and Blending
Not enough data
8.2
160
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
171
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
160
|
Verified
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.7
26
Not enough data
7.5
24
Agentic AI - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
7.8
18
Not enough data
7.9
18
Not enough data
8.0
18
Not enough data
7.8
18
Not enough data
8.1
18
Not enough data
7.8
18
Not enough data
8.1
18
Self Service
Not enough data
7.9
308
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
315
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
300
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
289
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
269
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
262
|
Verified
Deployment & Integration - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
7.6
19
Not enough data
7.7
19
Not enough data
7.6
19
Not enough data
7.5
20
Advanced Analytics
Not enough data
8.4
260
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
311
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
237
|
Verified
Performance & Scalability - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
6.6
24
Not enough data
7.4
19
Advanced Analytics & Modeling - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
7.8
18
Not enough data
7.8
18
Not enough data
8.0
19
Agentic AI Capabilities - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
8.1
18
Not enough data
8.4
18
Not enough data
7.9
18
Not enough data
8.3
18
Personalized Intelligence - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
8.1
18
Not enough data
7.9
18
Not enough data
8.1
18
Building Reports
Not enough data
7.9
206
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
158
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
174
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
167
|
Verified
Financial Planning
Not enough data
8.3
49
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
56
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
56
|
Verified
Agentic AI - FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Financial Insight
Not enough data
8.7
51
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
58
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
56
|
Verified
Data
Not enough data
8.8
61
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
60
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
57
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
58
|
Verified
Status Communication
Not enough data
8.5
56
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
55
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
57
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
52
|
Verified
Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Statistical Tool
Not enough data
8.0
148
Not enough data
8.2
153
Not enough data
8.0
150
Data Analysis
Not enough data
8.5
166
Not enough data
8.3
163
Decision Making
Not enough data
8.3
162
Not enough data
8.5
161
Not enough data
8.4
164
Not enough data
8.4
120
Generative AI
Not enough data
8.7
9
Not enough data
8.9
9
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Looker Studio and SAP Analytics Cloud are categorized as Data Visualization
Unique Categories
Looker Studio has no unique categories
SAP Analytics Cloud is categorized as Analytics Platforms, Predictive Analytics, and FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis)
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Looker Studio
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
SAP Analytics Cloud
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
Marketing and Advertising
23.2%
Information Technology and Services
7.6%
Computer Software
7.1%
Internet
4.8%
Financial Services
3.4%
Other
53.9%
Information Technology and Services
17.7%
Computer Software
6.2%
Financial Services
4.3%
Accounting
4.1%
Hospital & Health Care
3.3%
Other
64.4%
Discussions
Is Google Data Studio free to use?
4 Comments
KH
YesRead more
How good is Google Data Studio?
2 Comments
CM
Best tool to play around with data and also single page dashboard creation toolRead more
What is the best way to zoom into a specific country when using a map visual?
1 Comment
EP
When you create a new map, the default Dimension is set to "Country ISO Code" which, when you try to select a Zoom Area, doesn't allow for countries.
If...Read more
What is the use of SAP Analytics Cloud?
2 Comments
GP
It is useful for business intelligence to better understand business and improve planning.Read more
What is SAP Analytics Cloud used for?
2 Comments
AG
SAP Using for Business Intelligence (BI), Data Visualization, Planning and Forecasting, Predictive Analytics, Data Connectivity, Data Integration and more...Read more
Can I use SAC for planning with non-SAP data sources like Oracle and others ?
1 Comment
BM
YesRead more
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