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We performed a comparison between Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services and XLCubed based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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"The solution is known for its robust security features.""I'm very satisfied with the customer service. And usually, whenever we have any issue or details, we get to the person for the support. I'm really satisfied with the service. Within a few minutes or within a few hours, the support person will be available.""I like Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services' automated reporting feature.""The initial setup is easy.""I am impressed with the product's seamless integration. It can work with different databases like Oracle.""I mainly use the solution for the ease of reporting and for executive dashboards.""The solution's features are all just wrapped up in one nice easy package. I don't need a lot of toolsets to get everything I need done.""The SQL Server Reporting Services makes it very easy to get the data whenever we need it."

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"I am looking forward to testing their full graphics that are available, as they looked very interesting in the demo.""Great capability, performance, flexibility, visuals, and the solution is also very cost effective."

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Cons
"The setup is difficult because you have to install different servers.""It would be really nice to have better integration between the solution and Power BI.""It doesn't have quite the flexibility of a Tableau or something like that. Many users are more comfortable with Tableau and I'm not quite sure why that is right now, but it seems to be the case.""There is room for improvement in the pricing model.""The product should improve its performance.""In this solution, the cost should be reduced for the enterprise edition.""I would like the solution to add the scheduling feature for reports.""The solution's interface is old."

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"There should be a better or an easier way to establish that connection to external sources.""Would like the ability to be able to benchmark."

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  • "The price is pretty good."
  • "The solution is expensive."
  • "The solution is cheaper than its alternatives."
  • "The solution is free to use for developers."
  • "The tool's licensing costs are expensive."
  • "Value-wise, the solution's pricing is good for the price that we pay."
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  • "14,000 Pounds per year for licensing."
  • "I am still using the two-week trial, but at first sight, the price is reasonable."
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    Also Known As
    SQL Server Reporting Services, Microsoft SSRS, SSRS, MS SQL Server Reporting Services
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    Overview

    At Microsoft, our mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. Our mission is grounded in both the world in which we live and the future we strive to create. Today, we live in a mobile-first, cloud-first world, and the transformation we are driving across our businesses is designed to enable Microsoft and our customers to thrive in this world.

    We do business in 170 countries and are made up of 114,000 passionate employees dedicated to fulfilling our mission of helping you and your organization achieve more.

    Produce insightful, interactive reports on, company-wide metrics for any business audience. Now all in Excel.
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    Meet XLCubed: The data-connected Excel add-in for all your reporting needs.

    Sample Customers
    CMS Wire, The New York Times
    Marshalls Ltd, BP Exploration and Production, Thorntons, Ted Baker, Bristol-Myers, Rank Group, ING Bank Genve, Cargill Value Investment, Chloride Power, Auchan, Erste, UEFA, Novartis, Porsche Informatik, Raiffeisen Bank International
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    Computer Software Company30%
    Financial Services Firm10%
    Retailer10%
    Healthcare Company10%
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    Financial Services Firm15%
    Government10%
    Computer Software Company10%
    Healthcare Company7%
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    Financial Services Firm19%
    Computer Software Company13%
    Comms Service Provider7%
    Energy/Utilities Company6%
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    Small Business29%
    Midsize Enterprise12%
    Large Enterprise59%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business23%
    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise63%
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    Small Business22%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise64%
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    Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services is ranked 8th in Reporting with 14 reviews while XLCubed is ranked 26th in Reporting. Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services is rated 7.6, while XLCubed is rated 7.6. The top reviewer of Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services writes "Offers useful templates but needs to improve the connectivity offered". On the other hand, the top reviewer of XLCubed writes "Cost effective with great capability, performance, flexibility and visuals". Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services is most compared with Microsoft Power BI, TIBCO Jaspersoft, Tableau, SAP Crystal Reports and Oracle OBIEE, whereas XLCubed is most compared with Microsoft Power BI and Tableau.

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