Evidence

Code-driven BI framework using SQL and Markdown for version-controlled reports.

Best for: Code-first approach Not ideal for: Requires coding comfort
Price Paid
Free plan Yes
For Data analysts
Level Beginner
Updated Mar 2026
Category AI Data Analysis
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Why choose Evidence

Open-source framework for building data products with SQL and Markdown. Write SQL queries inline with narrative text to generate polished reports, dashboards, and data apps that version-control like code.

  • +Code-first approach
  • +Git-friendly
  • +Fast static reports
  • +Open source
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Where it falls short

  • Requires coding comfort
  • Smaller community
  • Limited interactivity
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Best for these users

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Target audience
Data analysts, data scientists, business analysts
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Best for
Code-first approach
Skip if you need
Requires coding comfort
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Pricing overview

Freemium Free plan: Yes

Open source is free. Cloud hosting starts at $49/mo. Teams at $99/mo.

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Key features

SQL and Markdown
Version-controlled reports
Static site generation
Templated pages
Open source
CI/CD friendly
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The verdict

Evidence Freemium

Evidence is a solid choice for data analysts who need code-first approach. At freemium, it delivers good value. Main caveat: requires coding comfort. Compare with alternatives before committing.