Consolidation isn't the same as planning
Getting your data in one place is only the start. The modeling layer where your team actually plans shouldn't require a data engineer to make it work.
Trusted by fast-moving teams
The core difference
Both Runway and Drivetrain give you data integration, reporting, and collaborative workflows. The main differences are how your formulas are written, whether you can explore what-ifs, and how quickly your team can own the model without outside help.
Formula language
Runway lets you write in plain language with built-in tags, filters, and drivers so you don't have to memorize any syntax.
Drivetrain is built on DAX, Microsoft's Power BI formula language. Despite claims of being "Excel-like," it has a steep learning curve and takes months to master.
Assumption exploration
Runway lets you create a draft scenario, drag a hiring date or funding round on a timeline, and see every metric update instantly.
Drivetrain is optimized for scheduled reports and budget collection workflows—not real-time scenario exploration.
Self-service ownership
Runway's ~6 week implementation puts your finance team in the driver's seat. Model changes are quick edits, not projects.
Drivetrain's collaborative implementation means 50% of the work falls on your team, and model changes require DAX expertise.
Simulate business decisions in real time
See how Runway works for teams that want to plan, not just consolidate. Faster decisions, fewer bottlenecks, and a model your whole team can understand.
Platform breakdown
Honest reviews—The good and the bad
”Runway has allowed me to immediately reference any part of our model with ease, and to segment in any way I can imagine. We can now get down to vendor level BvA analysis.”
“Runway makes complex modeling a lot easier. It's just better and easier than an Excel spreadsheet.”
”The system is incredibly powerful, easy to use, easy to implement and learn, and they have a very responsive team of real people.”
“There's somewhat of a learning curve but not as steep of a learning curve as other FP&A software.”
”The options are limitless on the dimensions that you can create and link within your various models.”
”Some bugs here and there, a bit sus, but support is so fast it barely matters.”
”The onboarding specialist listens to feedback and actually implements improvements.”
“Many up front hours required for implementation. But this is easier than competitors like Anaplan.”
“Runway helps me plan for any "what if" scenario, to compare simultaneously without affecting my model, and then easily update as decisions are made.”
Fast track to clarity
Start building a unified model you can trust as the source of truth for planning and forecasting.
Onboarding guided by finance experts
01 Kickoff
Integrate all your sources
Connect data from our 750+ integrations. Including your HRIS, ERP, CRM, and more.
1-week average
02 Model
Build your model
Create your P&L, cashflow, headcount model, and more. Build out your projections, scenarios, and plans.
4-week average
03 Strategize
Get continuous support
Stay aligned with our team through strategic check-ins and real-time support in a dedicated Slack channel.
Ongoing