Shaper
Build interactive analytics dashboards with SQL and embed them directly into your product. Open-source platform with full data control and DuckDB flexibility.
Technical Profile & Specs
verified 2026-11-07
- Cost
- $0 / forever (Open Source)
- License
- Open Source
- Hosting Model
- Local (on your machine)
- Platforms
- desktopcross-platformone-click install
- Installation
- Clone https://github.com/taleshape-com/shaper or deploy with Docker Compose
- Operational Setup
- Download the native package or installer for your operating system.
- Where Your Data Lives
- All application data lives locally on your own machine.
- The Catch / Trade-off
- Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.
Replaces 2 paid apps
up to $70/mo ($840/yr) in subscriptions
Shaper FAQ
Common questions
Is Shaper free and open source?+
Shaper is an open-source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on local. Build interactive analytics dashboards with SQL and embed them directly into your product. Open-source platform with full data control and DuckDB flexibility.
What paid software does Shaper replace?+
Shaper serves as a free replacement for 2 paid SaaS applications: Mode, Tableau, saving up to $70/month ($840/year) in subscription bills.
How do you install and set up Shaper?+
Installation: Clone https://github.com/taleshape-com/shaper or deploy with Docker Compose. Setup notes: Download the native package or installer for your operating system.
What is the catch or trade-off with Shaper?+
Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.