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Market Segments
Enterprise (42.1% of reviews)
Enterprise (44.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$70.00 1 User Per Month
SAS Visual Analytics
Star Rating
(190)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (42.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about SAS Visual AnalyticsTableau
Star Rating
(2,199)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (44.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$70.00 1 User Per Month
Free Trial is available
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- Users report that Tableau excels in data visualization, particularly with its "Graphs and Charts" feature, which received a score of 9.2, while SAS Visual Analytics scored 8.8 in the same category. Reviewers mention that Tableau's visual appeal and interactivity make it a preferred choice for creating engaging dashboards.
- Reviewers mention that Tableau's "Ease of Setup" is rated at 8.3, which is higher than SAS Visual Analytics' score of 7.3. Users on G2 appreciate Tableau's user-friendly interface that simplifies the onboarding process, making it easier for new users to get started quickly.
- G2 users highlight that SAS Visual Analytics offers superior "Quality of Support," scoring 8.7 compared to Tableau's 8.4. Users report that SAS provides more comprehensive support options, which can be crucial for enterprises needing reliable assistance.
- Users say that Tableau's "Cartography" features, including "Map Design" and "Vector Mapping," both scored an impressive 9.5, showcasing its strength in geographical data representation. In contrast, SAS Visual Analytics does not match this level of performance in cartographic capabilities.
- Reviewers mention that SAS Visual Analytics shines in "Predictive Analysis," with a score of 8.7, while Tableau scored 7.9 in the same area. Users report that SAS's advanced analytics tools provide deeper insights for data-driven decision-making, making it a strong contender for users focused on predictive modeling.
- Users on G2 report that Tableau's "Data Preparation" capabilities, particularly in "Data Blending," scored 8.7, outperforming SAS Visual Analytics' score of 8.4. Reviewers mention that Tableau's intuitive data blending features allow for seamless integration of multiple data sources, enhancing the overall analysis process.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
SAS Visual Analytics
No pricing availableTableau
Creator
$70.00
1 User Per Month
- Includes Tableau Desktop, Tableau Prep Builder, and one Creator license on Tableau Cloud (SaaS) or Tableau Server (self-hosted).
Free Trial
SAS Visual Analytics
No trial information availableTableau
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.7
116
8.7
1,758
Ease of Use
8.7
119
8.3
1,772
Ease of Setup
7.3
40
8.3
655
Ease of Admin
7.7
37
8.1
528
Quality of Support
8.7
110
8.4
1,468
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
41
8.6
507
Product Direction (% positive)
8.4
99
8.8
1,732
Features by Category
Reports
8.6
74
|
Verified
8.8
1308
|
Verified
8.6
65
|
Verified
8.3
1187
|
Verified
8.8
76
|
Verified
9.2
1350
|
Verified
8.5
65
|
Verified
8.6
976
8.7
75
|
Verified
9.1
1334
|
Verified
Self Service
8.5
74
|
Verified
8.6
1282
|
Verified
8.7
74
|
Verified
8.8
1312
|
Verified
8.4
70
|
Verified
8.5
1232
|
Verified
8.3
64
|
Verified
8.2
1047
8.0
67
|
Verified
8.2
1124
|
Verified
7.9
62
|
Verified
7.9
960
|
Verified
Advanced Analytics
8.7
64
|
Verified
7.8
910
9.0
73
|
Verified
9.2
1322
|
Verified
8.6
63
|
Verified
8.2
918
Building Reports
8.6
35
|
Verified
8.4
680
|
Verified
8.1
33
|
Verified
8.2
653
|
Verified
8.3
25
|
Verified
8.4
537
|
Verified
7.6
23
8.2
544
|
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
8.6
74
|
Verified
8.8
1308
|
Verified
8.6
65
|
Verified
8.3
1187
|
Verified
8.8
76
|
Verified
9.2
1350
|
Verified
8.5
65
|
Verified
8.6
976
8.7
75
|
Verified
9.1
1334
|
Verified
Data Preparation
8.5
53
|
Verified
8.7
563
|
Verified
8.0
52
|
Verified
8.6
553
|
Verified
Data Modeling and Blending
8.5
62
|
Verified
8.6
590
|
Verified
8.8
67
|
Verified
8.9
610
|
Verified
8.4
58
|
Verified
8.7
585
|
Verified
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
7.6
168
Feature Not Available
7.8
196
Self Service
8.5
74
|
Verified
8.6
1282
|
Verified
8.7
74
|
Verified
8.8
1312
|
Verified
8.4
70
|
Verified
8.5
1232
|
Verified
8.3
64
|
Verified
8.2
1047
8.0
67
|
Verified
8.2
1124
|
Verified
7.9
62
|
Verified
7.9
960
|
Verified
Advanced Analytics
8.7
64
|
Verified
7.8
910
9.0
73
|
Verified
9.2
1322
|
Verified
8.6
63
|
Verified
8.2
918
Building Reports
8.6
35
|
Verified
8.4
680
|
Verified
8.1
33
|
Verified
8.2
653
|
Verified
8.3
25
|
Verified
8.4
537
|
Verified
7.6
23
8.2
544
|
Verified
Reports
8.6
74
|
Verified
8.8
1308
|
Verified
8.6
65
|
Verified
8.3
1187
|
Verified
8.8
76
|
Verified
9.2
1350
|
Verified
8.5
65
|
Verified
8.6
976
8.7
75
|
Verified
9.1
1334
|
Verified
Self Service
8.5
74
|
Verified
8.6
1282
|
Verified
8.7
74
|
Verified
8.8
1312
|
Verified
8.4
70
|
Verified
8.5
1232
|
Verified
8.3
64
|
Verified
8.2
1047
8.0
67
|
Verified
8.2
1124
|
Verified
7.9
62
|
Verified
7.9
960
|
Verified
Building Reports
8.6
35
|
Verified
8.4
680
|
Verified
8.1
33
|
Verified
8.2
653
|
Verified
8.3
25
|
Verified
8.4
537
|
Verified
7.6
23
8.2
544
|
Verified
Cartography
Not enough data
9.4
18
Not enough data
9.4
18
Not enough data
9.5
19
Not enough data
9.6
19
Analysis
Not enough data
9.3
19
Not enough data
9.5
19
Not enough data
9.4
19
Not enough data
9.4
19
Reporting
Not enough data
9.5
19
Not enough data
9.3
18
Not enough data
9.5
18
Data Source Access
Not enough data
8.7
116
Not enough data
8.8
116
Not enough data
8.3
116
Data Interaction
Not enough data
8.3
117
Not enough data
8.2
118
Not enough data
8.3
116
Not enough data
8.5
118
Not enough data
8.4
116
Not enough data
8.4
116
Not enough data
8.5
117
Not enough data
8.4
116
Data Exporting
Not enough data
8.7
115
Not enough data
8.6
114
Not enough data
8.5
116
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.7
114
Additional Functionality
Not enough data
9.1
44
Not enough data
9.6
45
Basics
Not enough data
9.3
45
Content
Not enough data
9.2
42
Data
Not enough data
9.5
44
Interoperability
Not enough data
9.0
42
Performance
Not enough data
9.7
45
Statistical Tool
Not enough data
8.5
155
Not enough data
8.4
157
Not enough data
8.5
149
Data Analysis
Not enough data
9.1
173
Not enough data
9.0
170
Decision Making
Not enough data
8.7
164
Not enough data
9.5
172
Not enough data
9.2
171
Not enough data
8.8
167
Generative AI
Not enough data
8.2
88
Not enough data
8.2
88
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
SAS Visual Analytics and Tableau are categorized as Analytics Platforms
Unique Categories
SAS Visual Analytics has no unique categories
Tableau is categorized as Insurance Analytics, Location Intelligence, Embedded Business Intelligence, Predictive Analytics, and Data Preparation
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
SAS Visual Analytics
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Tableau
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
Higher Education
9.0%
Banking
9.0%
Insurance
7.9%
Hospital & Health Care
7.3%
Government Administration
6.2%
Other
60.7%
Information Technology and Services
11.1%
Computer Software
6.8%
Financial Services
5.7%
Marketing and Advertising
5.1%
Higher Education
4.9%
Other
66.4%
Most Helpful Reviews
SAS Visual Analytics
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Computer Software
SAS VA is so easy to use, the drag and drop interface makes it simple to know what you can do. You can see exactly what is created, immediately. And it does all of this so fast!
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Management Consulting
SAS VA has relatively very less tutorial and walkthroughs available on the internet. So it becomes difficult for a new person to be able to learn and implement the same.
Tableau
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Jeff B.
Verified User in Retail
Tableau enables users the ability build data visualizations in the matter of minutes without requiring technical report development knowledge. In my opinion, the top 5 best qualities: 1. Drag and drop functionality is easy for any user to...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Kimiko T.
Verified User in Real Estate
Needs an updated UI and better data connection process
Verified User in Computer Software
SAS VA is so easy to use, the drag and drop interface makes it simple to know what you can do. You can see exactly what is created, immediately. And it does all of this so fast!
Jeff B.
Verified User in Retail
Tableau enables users the ability build data visualizations in the matter of minutes without requiring technical report development knowledge. In my opinion, the top 5 best qualities: 1. Drag and drop functionality is easy for any user to...
Verified User in Management Consulting
SAS VA has relatively very less tutorial and walkthroughs available on the internet. So it becomes difficult for a new person to be able to learn and implement the same.
Kimiko T.
Verified User in Real Estate
Needs an updated UI and better data connection process
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