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ApsaraDB for SelectDB:Data Visualization Overview

Last Updated:Jul 08, 2026

ApsaraDB for SelectDB supports various data visualization tools to meet different business requirements. The following table compares supported tools and helps you choose the right one for your use case.

Data visualization tool

Scenario

Benefit

Limit

References

Quick BI

Data integration, analysis, and multi-dimensional visualization.

  • Powerful data analysis capabilities with support for complex reports and dashboards.

  • Seamlessly integrated with the Alibaba Cloud ecosystem.

  • Steep learning curve for beginners.

  • Advanced features incur additional fees.

Visualize data using Quick BI

Grafana

Real-time monitoring and analysis across multiple data sources.

  • Supports multiple data sources.

  • Powerful real-time monitoring capabilities with a rich community plugin ecosystem.

  • Complex configuration that may be challenging for beginners.

  • The default interface is minimal and requires customization for advanced use.

Visualize data with Grafana

Navicat

Instance management and basic data visualization.

  • Intuitive, easy-to-use interface for database management.

  • Supports multiple database types.

  • Limited data visualization, not suitable for complex analysis.

  • The commercial edition has high licensing costs.

Connect to SelectDB with Navicat

DBeaver

Cross-platform instance management and data visualization.

  • Open source, free, and supports various databases.

  • Cross-platform compatibility with an active community.

  • Limited built-in data visualization features.

  • Advanced features require specific plugins or the enterprise edition.

Visualize data with DBeaver

DMS

Cloud-based instance management and convenient data visualization.

  • Facilitates cloud-based management and team collaboration.

  • Deeply integrated with the Alibaba Cloud ecosystem, enabling one-click access to SelectDB instances.

  • Functionality depends on the cloud platform, with insufficient localization support.

  • Limited data visualization capabilities.

Connect to ApsaraDB for SelectDB with DMS