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Power Pivot’s licensing requirements can be a major roadblock when you need robust data modeling capabilities. But you don’t have to settle for limited functionality or expensive subscriptions.
Here’s how to get Power Pivot-level data modeling and connection features without any licensing fees, plus some advantages you won’t get with Microsoft’s solution.
Build complex data models without licensing restrictions using Coefficient
Coefficient offers a powerful free alternative to Power Pivot, though it requires transitioning from Excel to Google Sheets. You get data modeling features that import and connect data from multiple sources simultaneously, create relationships between datasets, and build complex data models without licensing restrictions.
How to make it work
Step 1. Create your free Coefficient account and migrate your Excel data.
Sign up at Coefficient and import your Excel data to Google Sheets. The migration maintains your existing formulas and data structure, so you won’t lose your current work.
Step 2. Connect Coefficient to your data sources.
Set up direct connections to databases like SQL, PostgreSQL, and MySQL, plus API integrations with business tools like Salesforce, HubSpot, and other platforms. These connections work in real-time without manual data exports.
Step 3. Build relationships between your datasets.
Use lookup formulas and Google Sheets’ native functions to create relationships between different data imports. Apply filtering, sorting, and data transformation directly within your spreadsheet environment.
Step 4. Set up automated refresh schedules.
Configure automatic data updates that run without manual intervention. Choose hourly, daily, or weekly refresh cycles based on your needs, eliminating Power Pivot’s manual refresh limitations.
Step 5. Create your analysis and reporting layer.
Use Google Sheets’ native pivot tables for analysis and leverage ARRAYFORMULA and QUERY functions for advanced calculations. Build dynamic dashboards with live data that updates automatically.
Get started with free data modeling
Power Pivot licensing costs shouldn’t limit your data modeling capabilities. Coefficient provides a robust, free alternative that handles complex data connections and analysis requirements while offering better automation than Power Pivot. Start building your data models today.
