blazer

The premium Open Source alternative to Metabase

🎯 Best for:Small teams and developers who need quick, no-frills SQL visualization.

What is blazer?

A lightweight, SQL-centric BI tool designed for rapid data exploration and dashboard creation. It integrates natively with Ruby on Rails applications but can also run as a standalone service for querying multiple databases.

Tech Stack
RubyAnalytics & BI

Why blazer?

  • Minimalist and fast interface
  • Easy integration with Rails apps
  • Supports variables and smart charts

Limitations

  • Limited visualization types
  • No visual query builder for non-coders
  • Basic permission system
3/3/2026
Last Update
498
Forks
49
Issues
MIT
License
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on Metabase)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
150+
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