Hex combines SQL and Python cells in a notebook several people can edit at once, then publishes the result as a shareable app with inputs and charts for colleagues who will never open the notebook. It sits between a notebook and a BI tool, which suits analytics teams that build a model and then have to hand it to a stakeholder. Warehouse connections are managed centrally, and cells can be parameterized so a viewer changes a date range and reruns the query.
Who it is for
Analytics teams that prototype in Python and then hand results to non-technical colleagues.
Key features
- SQL and Python cells in one notebook
- Real-time multiplayer editing
- Publish notebooks as interactive apps
- Cached warehouse connections
- Version history and cell comments
Where it falls short
Pricing is per editor seat, so read-only viewers are cheap while the analysts who actually build things drive the bill up quickly.
Pricing
Free community tier for individuals; team plans are per editor seat, with viewer access at a lower rate.
Prices move; the tier structure is the part that stays true. Check current pricing on Hex.
Alternatives to Hex
Frequently asked
Is Hex free?
Partly. Free community tier for individuals; team plans are per editor seat, with viewer access at a lower rate.
What is Hex best for?
Analytics teams that prototype in Python and then hand results to non-technical colleagues.
What are the best alternatives to Hex?
The closest substitutes we list are Metabase, DuckDB and Looker Studio. They sit in a similar price bracket but make a different trade-off, so read the weaknesses section of each review before switching.
Which platforms does Hex run on?
Hex is available on Web.