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BlazeSQLMost similar to Tellius in what it does, its category and its price.
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Text2SQL.aiHas a free plan, rated 4.1 out of 5. Tellius has none.
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Tableau PulseFrom $15/mo, the lowest starting price here.
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AnswerRocketRated 5.0 out of 5 in our review, against 4.5 for Tellius.
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At a glance
Green means better than Tellius, red means worse. Prices are starting prices per month.
| Tool | Our rating | Starts at | Free plan | Best for | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 TelliusBaseline | 4.5 | Not listed | No | Runs autonomous 'missions' that surface answers before you ask | |
| BlazeSQL | 5.0+0.5 | $39/mo | YesTellius has none | A full AI data analyst, not just a text-to-SQL converter | vs Tellius |
| Tableau Pulse | 4.4−0.1 | $15/mo | No | Pushes relevant insights to you instead of waiting to be asked | vs Tellius |
| AnswerRocket | 5.0+0.5 | Not listed | No | An augmented-analytics pioneer since 2013, before the term existed | vs Tellius |
 ChartPixel | 3.8−0.7 | $15/mo | YesTellius has none | No-code AI data analysis tool turning spreadsheets into charts and written insights within seconds. | vs Tellius |
| Text2SQL.ai | 4.1−0.4 | $10/mo | YesTellius has none | A desktop app that keeps database credentials off the cloud entirely | vs Tellius |
 Graphite Note | 5.0+0.5 | $95/mo | No | Delivered as a managed service, not just self-serve software | vs Tellius |
The alternatives in detail
In order of how closely each one matches Tellius.
BlazeSQL
5.0$39/mo
vs Tellius+0.5Free plan
A full AI data analyst, not just a text-to-SQL converter.
- Proactive, autonomous insight suggestions and weekly updates
- Self-learning database schema extraction
- Separate technical and business-user interfaces
Goes beyond query generation into proactive insight delivery
Broader feature set adds complexity versus a narrow SQL-only tool
Tableau Pulse
4.4$15/mo
vs Tellius−0.1
Pushes relevant insights to you instead of waiting to be asked.
- Proactive, pushed insight delivery via Slack and email
- Automatic explanation of what changed and why
- Built on Tableau's established BI platform since 2003
Proactive delivery means insights don't require manually checking a dashboard
No free tier or transparent self-serve pricing
AnswerRocket
5.0Not listed
vs Tellius+0.5
An augmented-analytics pioneer since 2013, before the term existed.
- Max, an AI analyst generating narrative insight explanations
- Automated insight generation predating the generative AI wave
- Enterprise data warehouse integration
Long, focused track record in augmented analytics specifically
No free tier or transparent self-serve pricing
ChartPixel
3.8$15/mo
vs Tellius−0.7Free plan
No-code AI data analysis tool turning spreadsheets into charts and written insights within seconds.
- AI-generated charts and written insights from raw spreadsheet data
- No-code interface requiring no formulas or BI training
- Combined AI and rules-based statistical modeling
Turns raw data into board-ready charts and narrative insights within seconds
Consumer pricing listed in Australian dollars, adding currency friction for other markets
Text2SQL.ai
4.1$10/mo
vs Tellius−0.4Free plan
A desktop app that keeps database credentials off the cloud entirely.
- Downloadable desktop app keeping credentials local
- Insights feature combining SQL, results, charts, and explanations
- Schema upload for more accurate query generation
Desktop option keeps sensitive database credentials off the cloud entirely
Desktop app requires installation versus a purely browser-based competitor
Graphite Note
5.0$95/mo
vs Tellius+0.5
Delivered as a managed service, not just self-serve software.
- Forecasting plus causal analysis and prescriptive recommendations
- Managed, white-glove delivery rather than pure self-serve software
- What-if scenario testing before committing to an action
Goes beyond prediction into causal and prescriptive analysis
No free tier or transparent self-serve pricing
FAQ
Questions people ask
Is Tellius free?
Tellius does not list a free plan. Check its pricing page for current plans.
What is the best free alternative to Tellius?
BlazeSQL is the highest-rated alternative here with a free plan (5.0 out of 5). Other free options: Text2SQL.ai, ChartPixel.
What is the cheapest alternative to Tellius?
Among paid plans, Text2SQL.ai has the lowest starting price (from $10/mo). If you need it free, start with BlazeSQL.
How did you pick these alternatives?
We match tools on what they do, their category and their price, using the details in our directory. Ratings come from our reviews and reader reviews.