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# Compare SAP Crystal Reports vs Google Data Studio

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> Detailed comparison between SAP Crystal Reports and Google Data Studio. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | SAP Crystal Reports | Google Data Studio |
| **Overall rating** | 4.3/5 | 4.5/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 174 | 335 |
| **Starting Price** | €479,00 | - |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | - |
| **Free Version** | No | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat | Email/Help Desk, Knowledge Base |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation | Videos |

## Best for

### SAP Crystal Reports

Business intelligence users and decision makers from small businesses all the way to the world's most renown companies.

### Google Data Studio

Can be used by organizations of any size, from small businesses to large enterprises.

## Key features

### SAP Crystal Reports

- API
- Ad hoc Reporting
- Customizable Dashboard
- Customizable Reports
- Dashboard
- Data Connectors
- Data Management
- Data Visualization
- Drag & Drop
- KPI Monitoring
- Marketing Reports
- Multiple Data Sources
- OLAP
- Reporting & Statistics
- Reporting/Analytics
- Search/Filter
- Self Service Data Preparation
- Single Page View
- Visual Analytics

### Google Data Studio

- Ad hoc Reporting
- Customizable Dashboard
- Customizable Reports
- Dashboard
- Data Connectors
- Data Management
- Data Visualization
- Drag & Drop
- KPI Monitoring
- Multiple Data Sources
- Real-Time Reporting
- Reporting & Statistics
- Reporting/Analytics
- Search/Filter
- Self Service Data Preparation
- Single Page View
- Visual Analytics

## Links

- [View SAP Crystal Reports Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/144572/sap-crystal-reports)
- [View Google Data Studio Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/190616/data-studio)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/144572/190616/sap-crystal-reports/vs/data-studio)

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