September 2020 Summaries

Metabase has introduced Metabase Cloud, a hosted version of its open-source analytics tool, to cater to businesses seeking to minimize their operational footprint and focus on core activities. While Metabase remains an accessible and versatile tool for data visualization and dashboard creation without requiring SQL knowledge, the Cloud version offers various levels of service, from low-cost shared resources for smaller companies to fully isolated single-tenant installations for growing businesses. With over 24,000 companies using Metabase worldwide and 52 million downloads, the platform supports a wide range of industries and includes robust user, developer, and translator communities. While Metabase Cloud provides a scalable solution for many, the option of self-hosting remains recommended for users with strict compliance needs, such as HIPAA or PCI. Additionally, the Enterprise Edition is available on a hosted basis, and current Enterprise Edition customers interested in migrating to Metabase Cloud can explore trial opportunities.