VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★
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Monday, January 5, 2026
Tool Comparison
BIS Data Portal (Bank for International Settlements) vs Glassnode comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
BIS Data Portal (Bank for International Settlements)
data.bis.org
Comparison highlights
- Tool score: the chart below shows community vote sentiment over the last 8 weeks. Use it as a signal, not a verdict.
- Overlap: both cover Data APIs, and Data Visualizations.
- Coverage tilt: BIS Data Portal (Bank for International Settlements) has 5 categories you won't get in Glassnode; Glassnode has 4 unique categories.
- Pricing: BIS Data Portal (Bank for International Settlements) is Free; Glassnode is Free, Subscription.
Category leaders
- Data Visualizations: not enough category votes yet to call a leader.
Vote sentiment comparison
Cumulative positive vote share. Loading fresh totals...
Side-by-side metrics
| Attribute | BIS Data Portal (Bank for International Settlements) | Glassnode |
|---|---|---|
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | Bonds, Currencies, Options, Futures, Commodities, Real Estate, Other | Cryptos, Futures, Options |
Experience levels Who each product is built for | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Platforms Where you can access the product | Web, API | Web, API |
Pricing High-level pricing models | Free | Free, Subscription |
Tested Verified by hands-on testing inside Find My Moat | Not yet | Not yet |
Editor pick Featured inside curated shortlists | Standard listing | Standard listing |
Coverage overlap
Shared categories
Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.
BIS Data Portal (Bank for International Settlements) strengths
Categories covered by BIS Data Portal (Bank for International Settlements) but not Glassnode.
Glassnode strengths
Categories covered by Glassnode but not BIS Data Portal (Bank for International Settlements).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which workflows do BIS Data Portal (Bank for International Settlements) and Glassnode both support?
Both platforms cover Data APIs, and Data Visualizations workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.
Do BIS Data Portal (Bank for International Settlements) and Glassnode require subscriptions?
Both BIS Data Portal (Bank for International Settlements) and Glassnode keep freemium access with optional paid upgrades, so you can trial each platform before committing.
How can you access BIS Data Portal (Bank for International Settlements) and Glassnode?
Both BIS Data Portal (Bank for International Settlements) and Glassnode prioritize web or desktop access. Investors wanting a mobile-first workflow may need to rely on responsive web views.
What unique strengths set the two platforms apart?
BIS Data Portal (Bank for International Settlements) differentiates itself with SDMX RESTful API for programmatic access to data & metadata; supports JSON, XML, CSV output; interactive API docs provided., Bulk downloads: each topic downloadable as a zipped CSV or SDMX file; topical packages show last‑updated stamps., and Release calendar with upcoming/past releases; exportable (CSV/Excel) and accessible via API; RSS feed available., whereas Glassnode stands out for Studio: charts library, dashboards, and data downloads for on-chain + market metrics., Workbench: build custom charts by combining multiple metrics and applying formulas., and Alerts: set metric thresholds and receive notifications via email or Telegram..
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Curation & Accuracy
This directory blends AI‑assisted discovery with human curation. Entries are reviewed, edited, and organized with the goal of expanding coverage and sharpening quality over time. Your feedback helps steer improvements (because no single human can capture everything all at once).
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.