Microsoft's announcement of substantial price increases for Power BI marks the first major pricing change since the platform's launch in 2015. Starting April 1, 2025, users will face significant cost increases across multiple products, with Power BI Pro jumping from $10 to $14 per user per month and Power BI Premium Per User (PPU) increasing from $20 to $24 per user per month.
Understanding Microsoft's Price Increase
According to Microsoft's Tuesday announcement, the company has implemented over 1,500 enhancements to Power BI over the past six years. The price adjustment reflects these improvements and ongoing investment in innovation. While some editions remain unchanged - including Power BI Capacities (F SKU), Power BI Report Server, Power BI Embedded, and Power BI Free - the impac
Why Microsoft’s Power BI Price Increase Might Be a Blessing for Emerging BI Vendors
- By Anshika Mathews
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This change creates opportunities for several established and emerging BI platforms to showcase their unique capabilities and value propositions.
