Powerful visual Query Editor to prepare data for analysis
Drag-and-drop visualisation tools including geographic mapping
Natural-language queries
Quick Insights tool
Ready-made Content Packs for popular online services
CONS
Feature split between desktop and cloud implementations can be confusing
Bland visualisations
Power BI Embedded service still in preview
Price
Basic tools are free, with a Pro License ($9.99 per user/month) for more advanced capabilities
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