Customer Reviews (10)
Jason G.
Smooth and straightforward setup
Getting Looker up and running was surprisingly smooth. The onboarding materials were clear, and I had the platform connected to our data sources within a couple of hours. There was a bit of a learning curve when it came to mastering LookML, but the community forums and documentation really helped speed things along. Overall, the setup didn’t feel like a huge hurdle, which made diving into actual analysis a lot easier.
Edward M.
Better data modeling and ease
Tried Tableau and Power BI before switching to Looker, and honestly, the way Looker handles data modeling just clicks better for our team. The interface is clean and not super overwhelming, plus the ability to build custom metrics without diving into SQL every time saved us a lot of headaches. Only thing is the initial setup took a bit longer than expected, but once it's running, it’s been smooth sailing.
Malcolm C.
Flexible and powerful BI tool
Switched from Tableau and Power BI, and I appreciate how Looker handles data modeling without needing tons of prep work. The learning curve was a bit steep at first, but once you get it, the flexibility and integration options really stand out.
Johnny P.
Flexible, powerful data modeling
I initially tried Tableau and Power BI, but ended up choosing Looker because it felt much more flexible when it came to modeling data directly in the platform. Unlike the others, Looker's way of handling data relationships made it easier to build consistent, reusable reports without constantly reworking the source files. The interface is clean and really friendly once you get the hang of it, and sharing dashboards with the team is straightforward. Overall, it’s saved us a lot of time and confusion compared to what we experienced before.
Alastair C.
Smooth Team Adoption and Collaboration
Our team of eight switched to Looker last year, and getting everyone on board was surprisingly smooth since the interface is pretty intuitive. Collaborating on reports has never been easier, which really improved how quickly we make decisions together.
Detlef S.
Solved Our Data Chaos
Our team was drowning in scattered data from different sources, making it nearly impossible to get a clear view of performance metrics. Looker helped us centralize and visualize our data in one place, which saved hours of manual work every week. The ability to create custom dashboards that update in real-time has been a game-changer for our reporting process. Now, we can make faster, data-driven decisions without the usual headaches of data consolidation.
Benjamin G.
Smooth and straightforward setup
Getting Looker up and running was surprisingly smooth. The onboarding materials were clear and helped me grasp the basics without feeling overwhelmed. It took me a couple of hours to connect our data sources and start building dashboards, which felt pretty quick given the complexity. Overall, the learning curve was manageable and the setup didn’t slow down our team’s workflow like I expected.
Algernon R.
Surprisingly easy data digs
Looker made digging through data way less painful than I expected. The interface is actually pretty smooth and I got some solid insights without banging my head against the wall. Definitely made my workflow faster on crunch days.
Timothy M.
Solved reporting chaos, but clunky UI
Our team was drowning in inconsistent reporting across multiple data sources, which was slowing down decision-making. Looker helped by centralizing data and creating a single source of truth, making it easier to share dashboards and insights. However, the learning curve was steeper than expected, and the interface can feel clunky when building complex queries, which slowed down adoption for some team members. Overall, it addressed the main reporting chaos, but didn't fully smooth out the user experience or speed up advanced data exploration as we'd hoped.
Jayden S.
Great for complex data modeling
I gave Looker a shot after trying Tableau and Power BI, and I gotta say, it really stood out for how well it handled complex data modeling without making things feel clunky. Compared to Tableau, Looker's interface is a bit less intuitive at first but once you get the hang of its LookML language, building reusable data models becomes way easier. Power BI felt more straightforward but lacked the same depth in custom data relationships, which is why I stuck with Looker for our analytics needs. The only downside is that the learning curve can be a bit steep if you’re not familiar with SQL-like languages.