Do I need SQL to use Metabase?

No. The visual query builder lets anyone explore data by clicking. SQL mode is available for power users.

What databases does Metabase support?

PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, BigQuery, Snowflake, Redshift, ClickHouse, SQL Server, and 20+ other data sources.

Can I embed dashboards in my product?

Yes. Embed Metabase dashboards and charts directly in your application for customer-facing analytics.

Does Metabase move my data?

No. Metabase queries your database directly. Your data stays in your database and never leaves your infrastructure.

Can non-technical users build dashboards?

Yes. The visual query builder and drag-and-drop dashboard editor require no technical skills.

Does Metabase support automated reports?

Yes. Schedule dashboard snapshots to be emailed to stakeholders daily, weekly, or monthly.

Is Metabase production-ready?

Yes. Thousands of companies run Metabase in production. It handles millions of queries per day at scale.

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Metabase — Business Intelligence That Anyone Can Use

Metabase is an open-source business intelligence and analytics tool that lets anyone in your company ask questions about data without writing SQL. Connect your database, and Metabase provides a visual query builder, interactive dashboards, and automated reports — turning raw data into decisions.

Analytics for Everyone, Not Just Data Engineers

Most BI tools require SQL expertise or weeks of training. Metabase's visual query builder lets product managers, marketers, and founders explore data by clicking — filter by date, group by category, add a metric. SQL users still get a full query editor with variables and saved questions.

Dashboards That Tell Stories

Drag and drop visualizations onto dashboards. Add filters that update all charts simultaneously. Set up automated email reports. Embed dashboards directly in your product for customer-facing analytics. Interactive click-through from dashboard charts to underlying data.

Self-Hosted Freedom

Run Metabase on your own infrastructure with a single Docker command. Your data never leaves your servers. Connect to PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, BigQuery, Snowflake, Redshift, or 20+ other data sources.

Metabase vs Looker (Google)

Looker is enterprise-grade with LookML modeling and steep learning curve. Metabase is simple enough for non-technical users and deploys in minutes. Looker costs $5,000+/month. Metabase self-hosted is free. For startups, Metabase delivers 80% of the value at 0% of the cost.

Metabase vs Mode

Mode is built for data teams with notebooks and Python/R integration. Metabase is built for everyone in the company. If your data team needs advanced analysis, consider Mode. If you want company-wide data access, choose Metabase.

Getting Started

Deploy Metabase with Docker or sign up for Metabase Cloud
Connect your database (no data moves — Metabase queries directly)
Create your first dashboard with the visual builder
Share with your team and set up automated reports

Pricing

Self-hosted Community Edition is free forever. Metabase Cloud starts at $85/month for 5 users. Pro self-hosted at $500/month adds advanced permissions, audit logs, and caching.