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# CData Connect AI

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> First managed MCP platform connecting AI to 300+ enterprise data sources with real-time access, semantic intelligence \& governance.
> 
> Verdict: Rated \*\*\*\* by 0 users. Top-rated for **Overall Quality**.

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## Overview

### Who Uses CData Connect AI?

Mid-market to enterprise organizations deploying AI initiatives across marketing, finance, sales ops, and product teams who need secure, governed access to real-time business data.

## About the vendor

- **Company**: CData
- **Location**: Chapel Hill, US
- **Founded**: 2006

## Commercial Context

- **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free Trial)
- **Pricing Details**: Pricing Model

CData Connect AI offers flexible subscription pricing with monthly and annual billing options. Annual subscriptions provide 20% savings compared to monthly billing. All plans include a free trial period, and the Spreadsheets offering includes a forever-free tier. Enterprise customers with specialized needs can access custom pricing through the Business plan.

Connect AI Plans

STANDARD PLAN: $79/month (annual) or $99/month

Included: 1 user, 1 Standard data source with 10 connections

Features: MCP connectivity to AI assistants (Claude, ChatGPT, etc.), Live data querying in-place, Data Copilot for querying within Connect AI, Fully hosted remote MCP server, Exposed data semantics for AI context, Source-level permissions, Connections to spreadsheets and BI tools

Add-ons: Additional users at $29/month (annual) or $37/month. Additional Standard data sources at $59/month (annual) or $74/month

Best for: Individual contributors and small teams testing AI connectivity to core business systems

GROWTH PLAN: $159/month (annual) or $199/month
Included: 1 user, 1 Standard or Growth data source with 10 connections

All Standard features, plus: Access to Growth-tier data sources, Database caching for improved query performance, Curated datasets (virtual views) for focused context windows, Data blending across multiple sources

Add-ons: Additional users at $49/month (annual) or $62/month. Additional Standard sources at $129/month (annual) or $162/month. Additional Growth sources at $129/month (annual) or $162/month

Best for: Teams scaling AI usage across departments needing cross-system analysis and performance optimization

BUSINESS PLAN: Custom Pricing

Included: Custom user count, 1 Standard or Growth data source, custom connections per source

All Growth features, plus: Premium data source connectors unlocked, AI agents and workflow automation connectivity, Build custom MCP tools for specialized use cases, Single Sign-On (SSO) integration, Per-user authentication and advanced permission controls, Dedicated account management

Best for: Enterprises requiring advanced governance, custom integrations, and organization-wide AI deployments

Connect Spreadsheets Plans

FREE PLAN: $0 forever

1 user, 3 Standard data sources, 5,000 rows per query, 50 queries per month, Excel and Google Sheets connectivity

Best for: Individual users evaluating spreadsheet connectivity

STARTER PLAN: $49/month (annual) or $59/month

1-5 users (1 included), 3 Standard data sources, Unlimited rows and queries

Additional users: $29/month (annual) or $37/month

Best for: Small teams connecting core data sources to spreadsheets

PRO PLAN: $99/month (annual) or $119/month

Unlimited users (1 included), unlimited data sources, Premium data sources unlocked, Unlimited rows and queries

Additional users: $49/month (annual) or $62/month

Best for: Teams requiring extensive data connectivity and premium connectors

Key Pricing Notes

Fair Use Policy: All plans include access to up to 100 million records per month. For usage beyond this threshold, custom enterprise pricing is available.

Data Source Tiers: Standard Sources include core business systems like Salesforce, HubSpot, and basic databases. Growth Sources include advanced platforms and specialized business systems. Premium Sources include enterprise-grade connectors for complex systems (Business plan only). Visit our website to view the complete list of data sources and their tiers.

Connection Definition: One connection equals a unique set of credentials for a particular data system. Each data source includes 10 connections on Standard and Growth plans, with custom limits on Business plans.

Security \& Compliance: All plans include enterprise-grade security (AES-256 encryption, TLS 1.3, OAuth 2.1 with PKCE) and certifications (SOC2, GDPR, ISO/IES 27001). No additional cost for security features.

Trial Period: Connect Spreadsheets includes a 15-day free trial of Pro plan features. Connect AI offers free trials—contact sales for details.

Volume Discounts: Teams requiring more than 5 users or multiple data sources can access volume discounting. Contact sales for custom quotes.

ISV/Reseller Pricing: Special pricing available for technology partners, OEMs, and resellers embedding Connect AI in their products. Contact our Embedded and Partnerships team on our website.

Migration \& Support: All paid plans include standard support. Premium support packages available for Business plan customers.

Billing: Annual plans billed annually in advance. Monthly plans billed monthly. All plans can be upgraded mid-cycle with prorated pricing.

Purchase Process: Standard and Growth plans can be purchased directly. Business plan requires consultation with sales team.
- **Target Audience**: 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based
- **Supported Languages**: English
- **Available Countries**: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta and 10 more

## Features

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Ad hoc Query
- Ad hoc Reporting
- Collaboration Tools
- Customisable Reports
- Dashboard
- Dashboard Creation
- Data Connectors
- Data Discovery
- Data Visualisation
- Data Warehouse Software
- Forecasting
- Multiple Data Sources
- Real-Time Analytics
- Real-Time Data
- Real-Time Reporting
- Reporting/Analytics
- Secure Data Storage
- Self Service Data Preparation
- Self-service Analytics
- Third-Party Integrations

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- FAQs/Forum
- Knowledge Base
- Phone Support
- Chat

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## Links

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