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QlikView pros and cons

Vendor: Qlik
4.1 out of 5

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PROS

QlikView's associative model allows users to explore and gain insights from data seamlessly.
Its Extract, Transform, and Loading capabilities enable developers to handle complex data processes efficiently.
The in-memory feature of QlikView offers fast data processing and enhanced insight.
QlikView integrates effectively with third-party tools, including Salesforce, for real-time data access.
Its ability to handle large data volumes ensures high performance without operational delays.

CONS

QlikView has high pricing, making it costly for many markets.
Installation and integration with custom systems can be complex and time-consuming.
Scalability depends heavily on data size and server architecture, potentially creating issues for large datasets.
A lack of static PDF report generation and automatic dashboard resizing limits usability.
QlikView lacks self-service capabilities, requiring IT support for changes.
 

QlikView Pros review quotes

SG
Financial Controller with task of Business Intelligence Implementation at a wholesaler/distributor with 1,001-5,000 employees
Dec 1, 2025
Data integration capabilities are quite good; you can integrate any information stored anywhere in different systems with QlikView.
MA
Managing Director at Hurricnae
Jun 27, 2025
QlikView is extremely flexible in terms of visualization tools for communicating complex data insights.
Arjun Meda - PeerSpot reviewer
Assistant Vice President at a financial services firm with 51-200 employees
Mar 4, 2024
If you correctly use the product for your use cases, it provides value for money.
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MUHAMMAD HAYAT QURESHI - PeerSpot reviewer
Commercial Finance Controller at Imtiaz Super Market
Dec 1, 2023
We use QlikView for its cost-effectiveness and ease of integration with databases.
Sandro Gatti - PeerSpot reviewer
Partner at Bios Management
Sep 27, 2023
It's incredibly fast and can handle large volumes of data without slowing down our operations.
reviewer2592669 - PeerSpot reviewer
Director Software Engineer at a computer software company with 10,001+ employees
Nov 11, 2024
QlikView is an excellent tool, though expensive compared to other BI tools, it provides ETL capability allowing the building of a complete data warehouse within Qlik Sense.
reviewer2562948 - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Analyst at a healthcare company with 5,001-10,000 employees
Oct 2, 2024
The initial setup is straightforward.
Rasool Ahamad - PeerSpot reviewer
Technical Lead at GSPANN Technologies
Mar 6, 2024
The most useful feature of QlikView for me is the QVD concept.
AhmadKastero - PeerSpot reviewer
Head of Product at Quantiphi
Nov 30, 2023
The most valuable aspect is its extensive library on Microsoft, providing a robust framework for implementation.
BrunoPreti - PeerSpot reviewer
Director of Special Projects - Product Business Manager QLIK & Microsoft at Aldebra Spa
Oct 23, 2023
It excels in supporting database connections and various database types.
 

QlikView Cons review quotes

SG
Financial Controller with task of Business Intelligence Implementation at a wholesaler/distributor with 1,001-5,000 employees
Dec 1, 2025
It would be beneficial to have AI or ML features in QlikView.
MA
Managing Director at Hurricnae
Jun 27, 2025
Reducing costs is the main improvement needed, as this is the biggest burden currently faced in the South African market, with Microsoft converting QlikView customers due to the perceived cost reduction.
Arjun Meda - PeerSpot reviewer
Assistant Vice President at a financial services firm with 51-200 employees
Mar 4, 2024
Improvements are required in the hide and unhide functionality that falls under the layout container feature that has been used in my company in recent times.
Learn what your peers think about QlikView. Get advice and tips from experienced pros sharing their opinions. Updated: September 2026.
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MUHAMMAD HAYAT QURESHI - PeerSpot reviewer
Commercial Finance Controller at Imtiaz Super Market
Dec 1, 2023
They could provide a user-friendly analysis process rather than specialized IT resource code.
Sandro Gatti - PeerSpot reviewer
Partner at Bios Management
Sep 27, 2023
There is a challenge on the frontend when it comes to browsing data through QlikView, as it isn't entirely compatible with other platforms we use.
reviewer2592669 - PeerSpot reviewer
Director Software Engineer at a computer software company with 10,001+ employees
Nov 11, 2024
QlikView lacks self-service capabilities, which means users depend on the IT team to make changes.
reviewer2562948 - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Analyst at a healthcare company with 5,001-10,000 employees
Oct 2, 2024
QlikView is probably on the pricier side than other BI tools.
Rasool Ahamad - PeerSpot reviewer
Technical Lead at GSPANN Technologies
Mar 6, 2024
I would like to see more advanced features from Qlik Sense integrated into QlikView to keep it competitive and up-to-date.
AhmadKastero - PeerSpot reviewer
Head of Product at Quantiphi
Nov 30, 2023
Enhancing user-friendliness would be highly beneficial.
BrunoPreti - PeerSpot reviewer
Director of Special Projects - Product Business Manager QLIK & Microsoft at Aldebra Spa
Oct 23, 2023
They should offer the capability to directly access data from SaaS environments, as it would simplify the migration process, and while it may seem like a minor enhancement, it would be beneficial to our clients.