Preset review

A cost-effective, managed cloud version of the powerful open-source Apache Superset.

Verdict

Preset is a managed cloud service for Apache Superset, a powerful open-source BI platform, offering the flexibility and power of open-source without the headache of self-hosting.

What customers praise

It provides a modern, feature-rich BI experience, including a no-code chart builder and a SQL editor, at a fraction of the cost of proprietary enterprise tools.

What customers criticise

As a younger platform based on an open-source project, it can have rough edges, a steeper learning curve, and less polished support compared to established market leaders.

Best for

Tech-savvy SMBs and startups looking for a powerful, open-source-based, and cost-effective BI tool who are comfortable with a more technical setup.

At a glance

• Integrations: Snowflake, Google BigQuery, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Databricks, ClickHouse
• Compliance: SOC 2, GDPR
• Regions served: Global
• Typical onboarding: 3 days
• Free tier: yes

Red flags

Public risk signals as of June 2026: none. No material public risk signals as of 2026-06-08. See the full red-flag report.

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Source: Top 11 The 11 Best Business Intelligence Tools for SMBs, verified June 8, 2026 — no paid placement.