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Mode

Freemium#19 of 31 in SQL Query ToolsBusiness Intelligence & Analytics - Enterprise Software Business Analytics Bi Platforms +3 more

Mode: A capable cloud SQL workspace for analysis, reporting, and team delivery. Ranked #19 of 31 in SQL Query Tools by our editors (7.1/10); pricing: Free plan; best for cloud SQL analysis with reporting workflows.

7.1/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
7.1 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Cloud SQL analysis with reporting workflows
Free plan
Yes
Founded
2013 · San Francisco, California, United States
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Combines SQL with integrated Python and R notebooks
- Supports dashboards, reusable queries, schedules, and sharing
- Includes AI SQL assistance, APIs, and broad collaboration features
Where it doesn't
- Studio supports up to 3 users and 10 MB per query
- Pro limits capacity to 250 GB per month and 5 GB per query
- Cloud deployment is less suited to database administration

Our verdict on Mode

Mode is a cloud business intelligence and analytics platform for data and business teams. It brings together a SQL editor with autocomplete, formatting, Liquid templating, query history, Python and R notebooks, visualizations, dashboards, filters, parameters, calculated fields, reusable datasets, reports, and APIs. Individual analysts can work in Studio, while teams can use higher tiers for scheduling, permissions, sharing, governance, and expanded data capacity. It is best suited to organizations that want SQL analysis connected directly to reporting workflows rather than a standalone database administration tool.

The published plans show a clear progression. Studio is free and includes SQL, Python, and R, private database connections, up to 3 users, and a 10 MB/query limit. Pro adds 250 GB/month and 5 GB/query, along with schedules, permissioning, email and Slack sharing, API access, and standard support. Enterprise adds Custom Data Compute, visualization for tens of millions of rows, advanced identity management, advanced SSO, admin-level API access, and premium support. Mode also includes AI Assist for generating and fixing SQL, plus REST APIs and webhooks, giving teams options for both assisted analysis and programmatic workflows.

Mode fits ecosystems that already include dbt, Looker, GitHub, Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Slack, or webhooks. Workspace collections, external sharing, PDFs, scheduled report delivery, and integrated notebooks make it practical for recurring analysis and stakeholder distribution. Its focus is narrower than a database administration suite: the strongest capabilities center on querying, analysis, visualization, and reporting. Choose Mode when analysts need a shared cloud workspace that turns SQL results into repeatable reports. Choose an alternative when administrative database controls or a deployment model beyond the cloud is the primary requirement.

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Mode pricing

Plans Free planFreemium A usable free plan; paid tiers unlock the limits above. Prices checked 20 Sep 2026.

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Mode fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Not verified
Query history retention	Not verified
Scheduled queries	Yes
Team query sharing	Yes
SQL notebooks	Yes
AI query assistance	Yes
Deployment options	Cloud
Deployment	Cloud
Platforms	Web
Compliance & security	GDPR, SSO/SAML
Support	Email, Live chat, Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate)
Integrations	7 integrations: dbt, Looker, GitHub, Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Slack … See all →
Pricing	Free plan (source)
Website	mode.com
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

Mode integrations

Mode lists 7 integrations on its own site.

dbt
Looker
GitHub
Microsoft Excel
Google Sheets
Slack
Webhooks

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