Looker (Google Cloud) vs Visier
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best HR Analytics Software Platforms (2026). Last verified June 14, 2026.
The short answer
Visier ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #11) for HR teams measuring workforce metrics, turnover, and engagement. The top choice for its powerful predictive engine and vast library of pre-built HR questions.
At a glance
| Looker (Google Cloud) | Visier | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #11 / The 11 Best HR Analytics Software Platforms (2026) | #1 / The 11 Best HR Analytics Software Platforms (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 7.1 | 9.2 |
| Best for | Governed, scalable BI for data teams | Predictive analytics for enterprise |
| Pricing | $$$$$ (Custom Enterprise) | $$$$$ (Custom Enterprise) |
| HQ | Santa Cruz, USA | Vancouver, Canada |
| Founded | 2012 | 2010 |
Looker (Google Cloud)
A BI platform with a unique modeling layer for data governance at scale.
cloud.google.com/lookerSee full entry in The 11 Best HR Analytics Software Platforms (2026)
Visier
The top choice for its powerful predictive engine and vast library of pre-built HR questions.
www.visier.comSee full entry in The 11 Best HR Analytics Software Platforms (2026)
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