Vena vs. Cube

The Vena way

Built-in Bottlenecks

Complex query language (VenaQL)
Fragile, inflexible templates
Legacy tech stack
Dependence on consultants
No Mac or Google Sheets support

The cube way

Plan from anywhere

Plan across teams and time zones in Excel or Google Sheets, on Mac or PC. You keep control and version integrity.

self-service as you scale

Manage and maintain your model independently. No need to expand your team or rely on external support.

Predictable Costs & Timelines

No ballooning fees, drawn-out phases, or third-party gatekeepers.

one source of truth

Users work on the same data in real time—no check-in/check-out or file locking.

Why FP&A teams switch to Cube

Vena relies on hidden coding syntax, outdated workflows, and legacy technology. Cube empowers teams to move faster and own their models from day one.

No-code configurability

Vena’s hidden scripting (VenaQL) adds complexity, tying you to templates that break easily, needing consultants to fix.

No Check-In. No Lockouts. Just Planning.

Vena slows teams down with check-in/check-out, no Mac or Sheets support. Cube is real-time and cloud-based.

Consultant-free Setup & Maintenance

With Vena, hidden code means slow setup, rigid templates, and a consultant on speed dial.

Cube ranks higher across key categories

90%

Ease of Use

86%

Ease of Use

88%

Ease of Setup

81%

Ease of Setup

92%

Ease of Admin

85%

Ease of Admin

Cube vs Vena

How do we stack up?

Faster time-to-value than Vena without templates that break or tools that fight you.

No-code and self-serve platform

Spreadsheet-agnostic compatibility

System-agnostic compatibility (PC & Mac)

Compatible with Google Sheets & Google Workspace

Multiple integrations

Outsourced implementation

Role-based access and controls

No proprietary code or custom scripting required

Built-in collaboration tools

Interactive dashboards

Why Cube wins for strategic finance

Cube simplifies workflows, scales with you, and puts you in control to plan, forecast, and collaborate without complexity.

No-Code, No-Frustration Reporting

Build dynamic reports with live data. No formulas, no tickets, no IT. Just drag, drop, and go.

Your Reports, Your Way

Keep your existing formats, templates, and models with no rework, retrofitting, or learning a new coding language.

Smart, Scalable Scenario Planning

Run scenarios, generate forecasts, and actualize plans. With predictive AI and one-click merges, stay ahead of business shifts.

Real-Time Collaboration

With access to results and built-in audit logs, there’s no need to worry about version control or messy file management.

Self-Service, Always in Your Control

Make changes without support. From Adding dimensions to adjusting hierarchies, Cube is intuitive and finance-led.

SEAMLESSLY Compatible Across All Systems

Use Cube in Excel or Google Sheets, on Mac or PC. No virtual machines or copy-paste workarounds.

Strategic Finance in Action

From multi-entity retailers to mission-driven nonprofits, modern finance leaders use Cube to plan confidently and hit their numbers.

With a leading Excel-native tool, I had to apologize for incorrect numbers in front of the board. Now with Cube, I know our reports are accurate and I trust them completely.

John Johanson

VP of Finance & Administration

The biggest thing I liked about Cube was how simple it was to use compared to other tools.

Ryan Fanter

Advisor, Strategic Finance

faqs

Still have questions?

Is Vena similar to Cube?

Not really. Vena and Cube share the common goal of helping finance teams report, plan and budget, but they differ in how they do it. Vena is more traditional, consultant-heavy, and Excel-centric, whereas Cube is a more modern solution built for speed and flexibility.

Does Cube work with Google Sheets? What about Macs?

Yes and yes. Cube works in Excel and Google Sheets, across Mac and PC. Your team can work wherever they’re comfortable without giving up performance or control.

Will I need consultants to manage Cube?

Not at all. Cube is self-service by design. You can evolve your data model, create new reports, and adjust scenarios without outside help or a high learning curve.

How does pricing work? Are there limits on users or features?

Cube offers transparent pricing with unlimited users and full access to all features. Vena charges per user and limits features based on your package. With Cube, everyone gets what they need. No surprises.

How does Cube handle security and compliance?

Cube is SOC 2 Type II compliant and enterprise-grade secure. Our infrastructure and protocols are designed to meet the needs of modern finance and IT teams.

How does customization differ between Cube and Vena?

Cube offers a highly flexible, fully customizable solution that allows you to retain your existing templates and models with minimal implementation effort. In contrast, Vena often requires users to adapt their models to fit pre-configured templates or engage consultants to customize solutions using Vena’s proprietary coding framework—resulting in a more time-consuming and rigid setup process.