1. Which BI tool is better for beginners without coding skills?
Power BI is ideal for beginners, offering drag-and-drop dashboards and easy integration with Microsoft products.
2. Why do large enterprises prefer Looker over Power BI?
Looker handles massive datasets, ensures data consistency with LookML, and scales effectively in cloud environments.
3. How do Power BI and Looker differ in pricing?
Power BI starts free or $10/month per user, while Looker begins around $35,000/year for advanced enterprise features.
4. Can both tools integrate with other software platforms?
Power BI integrates easily with Microsoft and third-party tools; Looker connects mainly via Google Cloud, with extra setup for non-Google tools.
5. How do Power BI and Looker ensure data security?
Both provide role-based access and encryption; Looker maintains consistent data, while Power BI leverages Microsoft governance tools.