SSRS Report Builder Alternative
Keep your RDLs.
Lose the limitations.
Bold Reports opens your existing SSRS report files with zero rewrites then gives you a browser-based designer that runs on Windows, Linux, or Docker, and lets business users build their own reports without an IT ticket.
No credit card required.
Windows-only authoring
Design reports in any browser on any OS.
No code report creation
Enable self-service reporting for business users.
Static paginated reports
Deliver interactive, data-rich reporting experiences.
Visual report builder
Build reports faster with drag-and-drop report items.
Trusted by leading companies
Zero-Code Migration
Migrate, don't rebuild
Bold Reports follow Microsoft's SSRS RDL and RDLC standards, so your existing reports don't need to be recreated. Simply open them and continue reporting.
What Moves Over
Everything you've already built
Import your existing report catalog without modifying your reports.
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Existing .rdl and .rdlc files
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Datasets, parameters, and calculated fields
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Custom expressions and embedded VB/.NET code
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Subreports, tablixes, matrices, and charts
What You Gain On Arrival
A modern reporting platform
Run your existing reports across modern deployment environments.
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Deploy on Windows, Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, or Azure
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Browser-based report designer with no Visual Studio required
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REST APIs and SDKs for embedding reports into applications
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Role-based access, SSO, OAuth, and row-level security
All-in-One Reporting Platform
Built for everyone who works with reports
Whether you're creating reports or embedding them into applications, Bold Reports provides purpose-built tool for both report authors and development teams.
Report Designer
Create professional reports with a browser-based designer.
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35+ report items including charts, tables, matrices, and barcodes
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Built-in query builder for business users
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Expression editor for advanced reporting logic
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Connect to SQL Server, Oracle, REST APIs, JSON, and more
Deploy Anywhere
Run your reporting platform wherever your business needs it.
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Windows, Linux, Docker, and Kubernetes
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Cloud, on-premises, or hybrid deployment
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Azure-ready architecture
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No SQL Server dependency
Self-Service and Embedded Reporting
Support both business users and developers from one platform.
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Self-service report creation
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Embed reports using REST APIs and SDKs
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.NET and JavaScript integration
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White-label support for customer-facing applications
Enterprise Security
Built with enterprise security and governance in mind.
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GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2 aligned
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Role-based access and row-level security
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OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, and SSO
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Encryption for data at rest and in transit
See the Difference
Bold Reports vs. SSRS Report Builder
Compare SSRS Report Builder and Bold Reports to see how they differ in report design, deployment, embedding, and self-service capabilities.
| Capability | SSRS Report Builder | Bold Reports |
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| Report Builder — standalone app; Report Designer — Visual Studio/SSDT | Windows desktop only | Any browser, any OS |
| Existing RDL/RDLC reports | Native support | Fully compatible — no rewrite |
| Self-service reporting | Limited | Built-in report designer, no code |
| Interactive reporting | Paginated reports | Paginated + interactive charts |
| Deployment | Windows and SQL Server | Windows, Linux, Docker, K8s, Azure |
| Application embedding | Limited, complex | REST API + SDKs (.NET, JS) |
| Licensing | Included with SQL Server | Predictable per-server licensing |
No credit card required.
Made for Every Team
Built for teams moving beyond SSRS Report Builder
Organizations across industries rely on Bold Reports to modernize reporting while preserving existing report investments.
Healthcare
Support patient reporting, compliance, and operational reporting.
Finance
Generate financial statements, regulatory reports, and business analysis.
Education
Track student performance, institutional reporting, and academic outcomes.
Government
Deliver secure reporting for compliance, operations, and public services.
"We migrated more than 600 SSRS reports to .NET using Bold Reports. The onboarding was seamless, and the support team helped us complete the migration quickly."
— Andrea Amoroso
Soluzioni per le Impresse e il Territorio (Si&T)
Flexible Deployment & Pricing
Choose the Right Deployment for Your SSRS Migration
Whether you're replacing SSRS Report Builder or modernizing your reporting platform, choose the deployment option that matches your infrastructure, security, and business requirements.
Bold Reports Cloud Edition
Focus on reporting while we manage everything. Fast access, continuous updates, and strong protection with zero server work.
What You Get
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No hardware or server investment.
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Updates and maintenance included.
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Hosting and backups fully managed.
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Accessible from anywhere.
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Performance optimized automatically.
Bold Reports On-Premises Edition
Run Bold Reports in your own infrastructure for full control over data, security, and setup. Ideal for strict compliance and private networks.
What You Get
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Hardware and environment owned by you.
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You control updates and maintenance.
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Hosting handled inside your network.
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Operates in isolated environments.
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Performance optimized by your IT team.
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Pricing is customized based on your organization’s needs, with factors such as user numbers and deployment type determining your final quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Existing RDL and RDLC reports can be imported without rebuilding, preserving report layouts, datasets, parameters, and expressions.
Yes. Deploy on Windows, Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, or Azure, while using the browser-based designer from any modern browser.
Yes. The drag-and-drop designer and built-in query builder help both technical and non-technical users create reports.
SSRS requires SQL Server licensing along with infrastructure and ongoing development costs. Bold Reports provides transparent licensing with self-service reporting included.
Yes. Embed reports using REST APIs and SDKs for .NET and JavaScript applications, with white-label support available.
Yes. Start with a fully featured 30-day free trial. No credit card is required, and every purchase is backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Ready When You Are
Bring your reports. Leave the limitations.
Start building in your browser today, your existing RDL files come with you.