Replace Metabase Enterprise with software you own.
Open source BI that goes enterprise at $500/month. We build a custom alternative in 6-10 weeks for $25,000–$45,000.
Metabase Enterprise per seat/mo
One-time build
Savings over 3 years
Build time
The Problem
Why teams leave Metabase Enterprise
Enterprise features (embedding, SSO, audit) locked behind $500+/mo
Self-hosted OSS requires ongoing DevOps maintenance
Limited visualization types compared to Tableau
No built-in ETL or data transformation
Performance issues with complex queries at scale
What We Build Instead
Your custom bi & analytics tool
Custom BI platform with all enterprise features included
Embeddable analytics for your products
Advanced visualizations beyond standard chart types
Built-in data transformations and caching
SSO, permissions, and audit logging from day one
The Math
Metabase Enterprise vs. custom build
Based on 50 seats at $15/seat/month, with ~10% annual SaaS price increases.
Keep paying Metabase Enterprise
Build with 86 SaaS
3-year savings with 50 seats
-$21,050
-71% less than Metabase Enterprise
Pricing Breakdown
Metabase Enterprise tier pricing vs. one-time custom build
Compare what you pay per seat across Metabase Enterprise's tiers against a single investment in software you own forever.
| Tier | Monthly/Seat | Annual/Seat | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Source | Free | Free | Dashboards & questions, SQL editor, Basic permissions, Community support |
| Starter | $85/mo | $85/mo | 5 users, Embedded analytics, Email support, Basic SSO |
| Pro | $500/mo | $500/mo | All features (flat rate), Unlimited users, Audit logs, Advanced caching |
| Enterprise | $15/mo | $15/mo | Priority support, SAML SSO, Sandboxing, Serialization |
| Custom Build by 86 SaaS | $25,000–$45,000 one-time | $0/seat | Unlimited users, full ownership, no recurring fees |
Migration Timeline
From Metabase Enterprise to ownership — week by week
A structured migration plan to move off Metabase Enterprise in 6-10 weeks with zero downtime.
Discovery & Audit
1 weekAudit Metabase dashboards, questions, data connections, and permission configurations.
Architecture & Design
1-2 weeksDesign BI platform with all enterprise features, embedded analytics, and advanced permissions.
Core Development
3-5 weeksBuild dashboard engine, SQL editor, embedded analytics, SSO, and audit logging.
Data Migration & Testing
1-2 weeksRecreate dashboards and questions, validate data connections, test embedded views.
Deployment & Training
1 weekDeploy platform, configure SSO, train business users on self-service analytics.
Total build time
6-10 weeks
Feature Comparison
What you keep, what you skip, and why
A transparent comparison of Metabase Enterprise features vs. your custom-built alternative.
| Feature | Metabase Enterprise | Custom Build | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interactive Dashboards | |||
| SQL & Visual Query Builder | |||
| Embedded Analytics | No enterprise pricing required | ||
| Self-Service Exploration | |||
| SSO & Advanced Permissions | |||
| Audit Logging | |||
| Data Caching | |||
| Advanced Visualizations | Extended beyond Metabase's standard chart types | ||
| Built-in ETL | Data transformations without external tools | ||
| Metabase Cloud Hosting | Self-hosted — you control the infrastructure | ||
| Data Ownership | Your infrastructure, full control over data access |
Your custom build focuses on the features your team actually uses — typically 15-20% of what Metabase Enterprise offers — built exactly for your workflow.
How It Works
From Metabase Enterprise to ownership in 6-10 weeks
Free Audit
We analyze your Metabase Enterprise usage and identify exactly which features your team actually uses.
Scope & Build
We build your custom bi & analytics tool with only the features you need. 6-10 weeks.
Deploy & Migrate
We deploy to your infrastructure, migrate your data from Metabase Enterprise, and train your team.
You Own It
Full source code, documentation, and optional maintenance retainer. No vendor lock-in. Ever.