Power BI Copilot
by Microsoft
Microsoft's BI platform with Copilot for natural-language analysis
Reviewed by the the30top research team · Last reviewed 2026-10-27
Overview
Power BI is Microsoft's long-standing BI product, with a free account, Pro at $14 per user per month and Premium Per User at $24, both paid yearly. Microsoft's pricing page lists Copilot in Fabric under its Fabric capacity options, so access depends on how the organization licenses Fabric, not only on a Power BI seat. That licensing detail is the main thing to confirm before planning around Copilot.
Our verdict
Power BI is the default for Microsoft shops and its entry pricing is low. Confirm exactly how Copilot is licensed in your Fabric setup before treating it as included.
Best for
Microsoft-centric organizations already standardizing on Power BI and Fabric.
Avoid if
You want Copilot included with a basic per-user seat without capacity planning.
Pros
- Free account to begin
- Low per-user entry price
- Fits Microsoft-centric organizations
Cons
- Copilot is tied to Fabric capacity licensing
- Capacity pricing is variable
- Requirements for Copilot are not stated on the pricing page
Key capabilities
Frequently asked questions
How much does Power BI cost?
A free account is available. Power BI Pro is $14 per user per month and Premium Per User is $24, both paid yearly.
Is Copilot included with Power BI Pro?
Microsoft's pricing page lists Copilot in Fabric under Fabric capacity options and does not state requirements, so confirm licensing with Microsoft.
Is there a free Power BI plan?
Yes. Microsoft lists a free account on its pricing page.