Vena vs. Cube

Why FP&A teams pick Cube over Vena

Finance teams choose Cube because it’s fast, flexible, and intuitive – no consultants, no hidden code, no rigid templates. While Vena relies on outdated workflows, hidden coding syntax, and complex implementations, Cube empowers teams to move faster and own their models from day one.

Vena’s reporting is confusing

Vena relies on hidden scripts (VenaQL) to connect their system to spreadsheets, which means standard and ad-hoc reporting comes with steep learning curves and a risk of breaking every time you need to change a parameter or format.

Vena's collaboration is outdated

Vena’s file check-in/check-out system creates bottlenecks and version control issues, and their lack of compatibility with Macs and Google Sheets means lower adoption across the organization.

Vena’s implementation is complex

Vena’s hidden coding means they rely heavily on external consultants for configuration and maintenance, meaning long implementation timelines, increased costs, and limited flexibility.

Why Cube wins for strategic finance

No-Code, No-Frustration Reporting

Build reports like pivot tables but powered by live, multidimensional data in the cloud. No formulas. No IT tickets. Just drag, drop, refresh, done.

Faster Adoption, Low Learning Curve

Cube is easy for finance and non-finance teams to pick up and use on day 1. Teams can build ad-hoc reports, automate their existing models, and analyze results using AI-driven analysis in Cube’s web portal, without having to reinvent the wheel. Vena’s proprietary spreadsheet syntax, on the other hand, creates long training times and high barriers to adoption.

Real-Time Collaboration Anywhere

Plan across teams and time zones without breaking your flow. Cube works seamlessly in Excel and Google Sheets—on Mac or PC. Budget owners can work where they’re comfortable while you keep control and version integrity.

Self-Service, Always in Your Control

No consultants required. No waiting on tech support. Cube is designed so finance teams can own and evolve their models without outside help. From adding dimensions to changing hierarchies, everything is intuitive—so you stay agile as your business changes.

Smart, Scalable Scenario Planning

Run scenarios, generate forecasts, and actualize plans—all in one place. With predictive AI and one-click merges, you stay agile and ahead of every shift in the business.

Predictable Costs and Timelines

Get the custom solution your business needs without worrying about ongoing consulting fees or drawn out implementation timelines. After working with our in-house implementation team to get started, Cube’s 90-day activation period empowers your team to become power users and own your models. No unexpected consulting fees, no boxed-in templates.

Cube vs. Vena

Spreadsheet agnostic compatibility (Google Sheets & Excel)

Excel-only compatibility

PC-only compatibility

System agnostic compatibility (PC & Mac)

Multiple integrations

Fast onboarding

Fast data consolidation

Ease of administration

Security

Outsourced customer support

Collaboration capabilities

Requires consultants / product experts who understand proprietary code

Fast report automation

No code integration with spreadsheets

Complex formula engine

FAQs

Isn’t Vena similar to Cube?
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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?
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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?
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Nope. 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 customization differ between Cube and Vena?
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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.
How does pricing work? Are there limits on users or features?
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Cube offers transparent pricing with unlimited users and full access to all features. Vena charges per feature and customers often face unexpected consulting fees. With Cube, everyone gets what they need—no surprises.
How does Cube handle security and compliance?
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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.

Why modern FP&A teams choose Cube over Vena to drive strategic growth

Why choose Cube?

Why FP&A teams pick Cube over Vena

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

Ryan Fanter VP, Strategic Finance

Why Cube wins for strategic finance

No-Code, No-Frustration Reporting

Faster Adoption, Low Learning Curve

Real-Time Collaboration Anywhere

Self-Service, Always in Your Control

Smart, Scalable Scenario Planning

Predictable Costs and Timelines

Unify your data into a single source of truth

Cube vs. Vena

FAQs

Isn’t Vena similar to Cube?

Does Cube work with Google Sheets? What about Macs?

Will I need consultants to manage Cube?

How does customization differ between Cube and Vena?

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

How does Cube handle security and compliance?

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