VOL. XCIV, NO. 247

★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Monday, February 23, 2026

Tool Comparison

AlphaSense vs OpenBB comparison

Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.

AlphaSense logo

AlphaSense

alpha-sense.com

PricingSubscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile, API
OpenBB logo

OpenBB

openbb.co

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Desktop, Mobile, API
Top 50 Investing ToolsThe global ranking of the best investing tools, ranked by community votes.

At a glance

Platforms
AlphaSenseWeb, Mobile, API
OpenBBWeb, Desktop, Mobile, API
Categories
AlphaSense12
OpenBB12
Pricing details

Tool

AlphaSense

Starting price

Free tierNo
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Market IntelligenceContact sales
Enterprise IntelligenceContact sales

Tool

OpenBB

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Workspace CommunityFree
Workspace ProContact sales
Open Data Platform (ODP)Free
Category leaders
WatchlistAlphaSense
NewsAlphaSense
AlertsAlphaSense
TranscriptsAlphaSense
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Platform details

AttributeAlphaSenseOpenBB
Asset types
Stocks
StocksETFsCryptosCurrenciesCommoditiesBondsOptionsFutures
Experience
IntermediateAdvanced
IntermediateAdvanced
Regions
Not specifiedNot specified
Data freshness
Not specifiedNot specified
API access
GraphQLREST
REST
Export formats
Not specifiedNot specified

Coverage overlap

Shared categories7

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

AlphaSense strengths5

Categories covered by AlphaSense only.

OpenBB strengths5

Categories covered by OpenBB only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between AlphaSense and OpenBB?

AlphaSense focuses on News, Alerts, and Screeners while OpenBB specializes in Data APIs, APIs & SDKs, and Sheets / Excel Add-ins. They overlap in 7 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

Is AlphaSense or OpenBB free to use?

OpenBB offers a free tier that lets you get started without paying, while AlphaSense requires a subscription. If budget is a concern, start with OpenBB and upgrade later if you need more advanced features.

Do AlphaSense and OpenBB have APIs?

Yes, both platforms offer API access for developers and quants who want to build custom integrations or automate their workflows.

Should I choose AlphaSense or OpenBB?

Choose AlphaSense if you need Generative Search: AI-assisted search that delivers fully cited insights (with source documents) ., and Deep Research: AI agent that autonomously generates research outputs / briefings by synthesizing content .. Go with OpenBB if Open Data Platform (ODP): open-source (AGPL) unified financial & economic data access; runs locally., and ODP supports multiple interfaces, including Python and REST API (plus Notebook/Workspace/Excel listed by OpenBB). better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do AlphaSense and OpenBB cover?

Both cover Stocks. OpenBB adds coverage for ETFs, Cryptos, Currencies, Commodities, Bonds, Options, and Futures.

Which has a better stock screener—AlphaSense or OpenBB?

Both AlphaSense and OpenBB include stock screeners. Try each to see which filtering options and interface you prefer.

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Details change. Pricing, features, and availability may be incomplete or out of date. Treat listings as a starting point and verify on the provider’s site before making decisions. If you spot an error or a gap, send a quick note and I’ll adjust.