Task · Data analysis

Query a database / SQL: our pick and two alternatives

The AI tool we’d start with for this job, two alternatives, and why each one fits.

Best pick

Hex

AI-assisted SQL and Python notebooks.

Freemium · SQL/Python data notebooks with AI for teams

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Alternative

ChatGPT

Writes and explains SQL queries.

Freemium · All-round drafting, brainstorming, rewriting and quick analysis

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Alternative

Claude

Good at complex query reasoning.

Freemium · Long-form writing, editing long documents and careful reasoning

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