Looker Studio Alternative
Build dashboard-ready insights in minutes, not multi-day BI setup loops.
Panely helps teams turn exported reports and raw files into clean, interactive dashboards fast. If Looker Studio feels too connector-heavy or slow for ad-hoc reporting, Panely is a simpler path to decision-ready dashboards.
Why teams switch from Looker Studio
- • Too much connector and data-model setup for quick reporting asks
- • Manual dashboard design slows down KPI refresh cycles
- • Non-technical teammates get blocked waiting for BI support
- • Spreadsheet exports pile up with no clean, shareable view
What you get with Panely
- • Prompt-to-dashboard flow from CSV, Excel, JSON, or report exports
- • AI-generated charts, KPI cards, and filters with sane defaults
- • Shareable links so teams can consume insights immediately
- • Faster iteration: upload new data and regenerate in minutes
Panely vs Looker Studio (quick comparison)
| Capability | Panely | Looker Studio |
|---|---|---|
| Time to first usable dashboard | Minutes from file upload + prompt | Often longer due to setup/design |
| Best starting point | CSV/Excel/report exports | Connected data sources |
| Non-technical speed | High (prompt-driven) | Medium (UI + data prep heavy) |
| Sharing output | Instant shareable dashboard links | Shareable, but setup path is longer |
Simple migration path (tonight)
- 1. Export your current reporting data (CSV/Excel) from your source tools.
- 2. Upload it in Panely and prompt your target KPIs (revenue, funnels, retention, etc.).
- 3. Regenerate until the layout matches your stakeholder view, then share the dashboard link.
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FAQ
How is Panely different from Looker Studio?
Looker Studio is powerful but usually needs data connectors, model setup, and dashboard design effort. Panely focuses on speed: upload your file, prompt what you need, and get a shareable dashboard quickly.
Can I use Panely without a data warehouse?
Yes. You can start from CSV, Excel, JSON, or exported reports. No warehouse or BI engineering setup is required to get value.
Who is this best for?
Operators, founders, agencies, and lean teams that need decision-ready dashboards fast without spending days on connector and modeling work.
Can I share dashboards with clients or teammates?
Yes. Panely dashboards are shareable via a link, so clients and teammates can view insights without asking for raw files.
How quickly can I migrate from spreadsheet reporting?
Most teams can move from manual spreadsheet reporting to a working dashboard in one session. Upload data, define KPIs in plain English, and publish.