Helical Insight 6.0 Launched — The Leading Open Source Alternative to Crystal Reports, JasperReports and SSRS

Hyderabad, Telangana, India — 09/Oct/2025, Helical IT Solutions is excited to announce the official release of major version i.e. Helical Insight version 6.0, with an all together new canned reporting module. This module can act as a good alternative to traditional reporting tools like Crystal reports, Jasper reports, SSRS and Pentaho reports.

Organizations searching for a modern, open source reporting solution to replace traditional reporting tools like SAP Crystal Reports, JasperReports, Pentaho reports or SSRS can now migrate seamlessly to Helical Insight 6.0. This new version introduces a robust Canned Reporting module—offering pixel-perfect, multi-page document generation for use cases like statements, invoices, payslips, and regulatory reports, with dynamic filtering, formatting, custom branding, automation, and one-click export to various formats like PDF, Excel, PPT, CSV, HTML, and image formats.

Key Features and Migration Advantage

  • Canned Reporting: Effortlessly build professional multi-page documents with headers, footers, summaries, calculations, images, and rich formatting. Enjoy Crystal Reports-style layouts with modern usability.
  • Seamless Migration: Move from Crystal Reports, JasperReports, or legacy proprietary tools with expert support, migration guidance, and compatibility for existing workflows.
  • Advanced Embedding: Integrate reports and dashboards into your SaaS or enterprise applications, with support for SSO, white labeling, and REST APIs.
  • No Hidden Fees: Predictable, flat pricing with no per-user or per-feature costs—ideal for organizations seeking a transparent alternative to Crystal Reports and JasperReports licensing.
  • Flexible Deployment: Self-host Helical Insight on-premise, in your private or public cloud, or as a hybrid—own your data, control your security, and scale with zero lock-in.
  • Comprehensive BI Suite: Beyond canned reports, leverage drag-and-drop dashboarding, interactive analytics, AI-powered insights, and automated alerting.
  • Enterprise-Readiness: Row-level data security, customizable permissions, Docker and Kubernetes support, high-availability, and robust scheduling.
  • Global Support: 24/7 commercial support and migration assistance, ensuring a smooth transition from legacy Crystal Reports or JasperReports systems.

Designed for BI Modernization and Digital Transformation

Helical Insight 6.0 is the go-to platform for banks, financial institutions, government, SaaS companies, and enterprises looking to:

  • Replace Crystal Reports or JasperReports with open source BI
  • Automate bulk generation of invoices, pay statements, and compliance documents
  • Embed pixel-perfect reporting and interactive dashboards within web and mobile apps
  • Securely modernize reporting while meeting regulatory and data residency requirements

About Helical Insight

Helical Insight is an open-source BI platform built on modern Java and React architecture. Trusted by organizations globally, it empowers data teams to create, embed, and scale advanced reporting and analytics—at a fraction of the cost of proprietary BI tools.

Availability

Helical Insight 6.0 is immediately available for download and pilot deployments. Begin your migration journey or sign up for a no-obligation, free demo today at www.helicalinsight.com/register

Media Contacts

Nikhilesh Tiwari

Co-founder, Helical Insight

Email: nikhilesh@helicalinsight.com

Phone: +91-7893947676

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