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What it does

Hex is a collaborative data workspace — SQL, Python, and no-code tools in one notebook. Build interactive dashboards and apps your team can share. AI agents write queries and explore data for you. Free Community plan. Professional: $36/editor/month.

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Key features

SQL, Python, and no-code tools in one notebook workspace
Interactive dashboards and apps shareable with anyone
Connects to Snowflake, BigQuery, Postgres, Redshift
AI agents write SQL and Python, explore data faster
Scheduled runs keep reports up to date automatically

AI features

Notebook Agent writes and debugs SQL/Python. Threads Agent answers data questions in natural language. Semantic Model Agent builds reusable data definitions. AI quick edits modify charts with plain English.

STOA verdict

Powerful data workspace for teams that regularly analyze data and build reports. AI features genuinely speed up analysis. Better for companies with dedicated data roles than general SMB use.