# Which are the best ETL tools for small businesses?

<p class="elv-tracking-normal elv-text-default elv-font-figtree elv-text-base elv-leading-base elv-font-normal" elv="true">For small businesses, ETL isn’t focused on creating complex data pipelines; it’s primarily about consolidating data from various tools into a single location without requiring a dedicated data engineering team.</p><p class="elv-tracking-normal elv-text-default elv-font-figtree elv-text-base elv-leading-base elv-font-normal" elv="true">When choosing the <a class="a a--md" elv="true" href="https://www.g2.com/categories/etl-tools">best ETL tools</a> for small businesses, those that stand out are typically user-friendly, quick to set up, and flexible enough to support growth without requiring extensive technical skills. That’s why Fivetran, Domo, and Workato are often top choices, while Alteryx is available when more control is desired.</p><p class="elv-tracking-normal elv-text-default elv-font-figtree elv-text-base elv-leading-base elv-font-normal" elv="true">Here’s how they fit:</p><ul>
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<a class="a a--md" elv="true" href="https://www.g2.com/products/fivetran/reviews">Fivetran</a> (G2: 4.3/5 | 790+ reviews): A strong option for small teams that want automated data pipelines with minimal setup, especially when connecting common SaaS tools like CRMs and marketing platforms.</li>
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<a class="a a--md" elv="true" href="https://www.g2.com/products/domo/reviews">Domo</a> (G2: 4.3/5 | 1000+ reviews): Combines ETL with dashboards and analytics, making it easier for non-technical users to work with data without switching between multiple tools.</li>
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<a class="a a--md" elv="true" href="https://www.g2.com/products/workato/reviews">Workato</a> (G2: 4.7/5 | 750+ reviews): Focuses on workflow automation and integrations, helping small businesses move data between apps without building complex pipelines.</li>
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<a class="a a--md" elv="true" href="https://www.g2.com/products/alteryx/reviews">Alteryx</a> (G2: 4.6/5 | 670+ reviews): Offers more advanced data preparation and transformation capabilities, which can be useful for teams that need deeper analysis but are willing to handle a bit more complexity.</li>
</ul><p class="elv-tracking-normal elv-text-default elv-font-figtree elv-text-base elv-leading-base elv-font-normal" elv="true">At what point do small businesses outgrow simple ETL tools and need more control over data pipelines?</p>

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&lt;p&gt;Did the shift come from growing data needs or from a need for more control without hiring additional technical resources?&lt;/p&gt;

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