Migrate to Dotnet Report — modern embedded reporting built for .NET Core, .NET 6+, and .NET 8. No server infrastructure required.
Modern development demands cloud-native architectures that SSRS simply can't support.
Build microservices, containerize with Docker, deploy to Kubernetes. SSRS is locked to legacy .NET Framework — Dotnet Report runs anywhere.
End users create their own reports via drag-and-drop without touching RDL. Reduce IT bottlenecks by 70% and empower business users.
Embedded directly in your .NET app. No separate SSRS server, no Windows licensing, no SSRS expertise required. Just add a NuGet package.
Eliminate SSRS licensing, server infrastructure, and the team managing it. Pay flat-rate for unlimited users.
A side-by-side comparison of what you get when you make the switch.
| Capability | SSRS (Legacy) | Dotnet Report |
|---|---|---|
| .NET Core / .NET 8+ Support | No — locked to .NET Framework | Full native support (.NET 6–10) |
| Server Infrastructure | Dedicated SSRS server required | Embedded in your app — no separate server |
| ReportViewer Status | Deprecated by Microsoft | Modern, actively developed |
| Self-Service Report Builder | No — requires RDL authoring | Yes — drag-and-drop, business user friendly |
| End User Report Creation | Requires developer expertise | 12+ chart types, filters, drill-down |
| Live Dashboards | Yes — limited interactivity | Yes — drag-and-drop grid layout |
| Multi-Tenant | Yes — complex setup | Yes — built-in tenant isolation |
| Setup Time | Weeks — server setup, config, licensing | ~30 minutes via NuGet package |
| Annual Licensing Cost | $50K+ (server license + CALs) | Flat rate — contact for migration pricing |
| Infrastructure Costs | Server hardware, Windows licenses, maintenance | None — embedded in your app |
| Cloud / Container Ready | No | Docker, Kubernetes, cloud-native |
| Data Stays On-Prem | On SSRS server or on-prem | Always — data never leaves your servers |
Most teams go from SSRS to production in 2–4 weeks.
We review your current SSRS implementation, report inventory, databases, and RDL complexity. No commitment needed.
Add the NuGet package to your .NET 6+ project. Configure two API endpoints. Connect your data sources.
Using the drag-and-drop builder, recreate your SSRS reports. Most teams complete this in 1–2 weeks — no RDL expertise required.
Run both systems in parallel to ensure data accuracy, performance, and user satisfaction.
Move to a modern, cloud-native reporting platform. Your users get self-service analytics built for .NET Core.
SSRS reports are defined in RDL (XML format) which is proprietary to SQL Server Reporting Services. While we can't automatically convert RDL to Dotnet Report, the drag-and-drop builder makes manual recreation fast — most reports take 15–30 minutes to rebuild. We help with this process during migration.
You'll recreate them in the Dotnet Report builder. Since the logic is already documented in your RDL, teams find this straightforward. We offer concierge support to help prioritize and recreate high-value reports first.
Yes, absolutely. Dotnet Report connects directly to SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, and DB2. All your stored procedures and views work the same way.
No. Once migrated, you can decommission SSRS entirely. Dotnet Report runs embedded in your .NET application — no separate server infrastructure required.
End users benefit from the intuitive drag-and-drop interface. Developers find the .NET integration natural. There is a learning curve coming from RDL, but it's minor.
Dotnet Report supports scheduled report generation and email delivery with cron-style scheduling. The migration is straightforward — just update your scheduling logic.
Yes. Companies migrating from SSRS, Izenda, or ExagoBI qualify for special migration pricing. Book a migration assessment to discuss your specific situation.
Absolutely. Start a free trial — no credit card required. We’ll help you get it running against your SQL Server so you can evaluate it properly.
Book a free 30-minute migration assessment. We'll review your SSRS setup, report inventory, and show you exactly what modern .NET Core reporting looks like.