Qlik Sense
by Qlik · Embedded BI
Associative-engine self-service BI and dashboards for ERP and operational data.
Updated August 2026 · By the ERP Research Editorial Team · Independent and vendor-neutral.
- Works with
SAP
Oracle- Deployment
- Cloud, On-premises
- Company size
- Mid-market, Enterprise
- Pricing
- Subscription
- Founded
- 1993
- Headquarters
- King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, United States (founded in Lund, Sweden)
Overview
Qlik Sense is a self-service business intelligence and data visualization platform built on Qlik's patented Associative Engine, which keeps data associations in memory so users can freely explore in any direction and instantly see related and unrelated values across selections. This differs from query-based tools that follow predefined drill paths, and it is a defining characteristic of the product.
Qlik Sense is available as Qlik Cloud Analytics (SaaS) and as a Windows-based client-managed deployment. It connects to a broad set of sources, including SAP systems (R/3, S/4HANA, BW, BW/4HANA) via dedicated SAP connectors, allowing SAP and non-SAP data to be combined in a single associative model. Data is typically loaded and transformed via Qlik's scripting layer, and apps are distributed through hubs, streams, and embedded objects.
The platform includes augmented-analytics capabilities through Insight Advisor for search-based and conversational analytics and automated insight generation, plus machine learning via Qlik Predict (formerly Qlik AutoML) for predictive analytics and what-if scenarios. Qlik also offers Qlik Application Automation and, in its broader portfolio, data integration and reporting services.
Screenshots & demo
Demo video from the vendor's YouTube channel. Screenshots sourced from Qlik.
Modules & capabilities
Qlik Sense covers 25 of 45 capabilities we track in this category
56%- Drag-and-drop dashboard/report authoringSmart visualizations and dashboard authoringSupported
- Interactive filtering, drill-down and cross-filteringCore strength
- Broad chart and visualization libraryCore strength
- Mobile-optimized dashboardsResponsive dashboardsSupported
- Geospatial / map visualizationsNot evidenced
- Pixel-perfect / paginated report layoutsQlik Reporting Service for pixel-perfect and tabular reportsSupported
- Narrative data storytellingNot evidenced
“Not evidenced” means our research found no public documentation of this capability — the vendor may still offer it. Confirm on a demo.
Common use cases
- Combining SAP and non-SAP data in a single associative model for cross-functional analysis
- Free-form exploration of sales, inventory, and finance data
- Self-service dashboards for operational KPIs
- Predictive analytics and key-driver analysis with Qlik Predict
- Embedding interactive analytics into internal or customer applications
- Search-based and conversational analytics for non-technical users
- Governed multi-tenant analytics across business units
Strengths & considerations
Strengths
- Patented Associative Engine enables exploration without predefined query paths
- Surfaces excluded/unrelated values that query tools typically hide
- Strong SAP connectivity for blending SAP and non-SAP data
- Flexible Cloud, client-managed, and hybrid deployment options
Considerations
- Scripting and data modeling have a learning curve for new users
- Public, list-based pricing is limited; capacity-based plans are quote-driven
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Rate itERP integrations
Dedicated Qlik SAP connectors covering R/3, S/4HANA, BW and BW/4HANA, referenced in Qlik's SAP-focused product materials.
Generic database connector and Qlik data integration; not evidenced as Oracle Fusion Cloud-specific.
Connector details independently verified against vendor marketplaces and documentation; last checked 2026-08-11.
Pricing
Full Qlik Sense pricing breakdown — cost at 25/100/500 seats, competitor rates & FAQs
Qlik Cloud Analytics is sold via capacity-based and per-user subscription tiers (e.g., Standard, Premium, Enterprise) typically quoted by sales; client-managed licensing is separate. Cost is driven by users, data capacity, and add-on services. Get an independent shortlist with pricing guidance below.
What does Qlik Sense cost?
Qlik Sense does not publish a price. This is the going rate across the 3 embedded BI vendors that do — use it to sense-check the quote you get.
Technical & security
- Hosting
- SaaS (Qlik Cloud) or self-managed (Qlik Sense Enterprise on Windows)
- Data residency
- US, EU, UK, APAC
- Compliance
- SOC 2, ISO 27001, ISO 27701, GDPR, HIPAA
- Mobile app
- Yes
- Languages
- English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, and others
About the vendor
- Founded
- 1993
- Headquarters
- King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, United States (founded in Lund, Sweden)
- Employees
- ~2,500+
- Ownership
- Private equity (owned by Thoma Bravo)
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Qlik Sense — frequently asked questions
What makes the Associative Engine different?
It holds data associations in memory so users can explore freely in any direction, and it highlights both related values and excluded (unrelated) values for a selection, rather than following predefined query paths.
Does Qlik Sense connect to SAP?
Yes. Qlik provides dedicated SAP connectors for R/3, S/4HANA, BW, and BW/4HANA, enabling SAP and non-SAP data to be combined in one model.
Is Qlik Sense available as SaaS?
Yes. It is offered as Qlik Cloud Analytics (SaaS) and as a client-managed Windows deployment, with hybrid options.
Compare Qlik Sense head-to-head
The Embedded BI Buyer's Guide
Before you commit to Qlik Sense, see how it sits against the 13 embedded BI systems we track — on capability, ERP integration depth and what each one actually charges for.
Embedded BI Buyer's Guide
13 systems compared · 2026
ERP Research
- Qlik Sense compared side-by-side with 12 alternatives
- ERP integration checklist — what to verify before you shortlist
- The pricing questions that change the quote
- A Qlik Sense evaluation brief, included with the guide
Embedded BI Buyer's Guide
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