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Monday, February 23, 2026

Tool Comparison

CB Insights vs Estimize comparison

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

CB Insights logo

CB Insights

cbinsights.com

PricingSubscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile, API
Estimize logo

Estimize

estimize.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, API
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At a glance

Platforms
CB InsightsWeb, Mobile, API
EstimizeWeb, API
Categories
CB Insights7
Estimize6
Pricing details

Tool

CB Insights

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial10 days

Plans & pricing

Free TrialFree
EnterpriseSubscription

Tool

Estimize

$99/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
Premium$99/mo
Enterprise / Data FeedSubscription

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Platform details

AttributeCB InsightsEstimize
Asset types
StocksOther
Stocks
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica
North America
Data freshness
Not specified
Real-timeEnd of Day
API access
Not specified
REST
Export formats
Not specified
JSONExcel

Coverage overlap

Shared categories2

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

CB Insights strengths5

Categories covered by CB Insights only.

Estimize strengths4

Categories covered by Estimize only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between CB Insights and Estimize?

CB Insights focuses on Data APIs, Sheets / Excel Add-ins, and Screeners while Estimize specializes in Screeners, Alerts, and Calendar. They overlap in 2 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

Is CB Insights or Estimize free to use?

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

Can I use CB Insights or Estimize on my phone?

CB Insights has a mobile app so you can check your research on the go. Estimize is web-only, so you'll need a browser to access it from mobile devices.

Do CB Insights and Estimize 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 CB Insights or Estimize?

Choose CB Insights if you need Global company intelligence platform covering private and public companies, investors, deals, and M&A activity., and APIs and enterprise data feeds providing structured access to company, funding, and investor datasets.. Go with Estimize if Crowdsourced EPS and revenue estimates on a non-GAAP basis, with more than 120,000 contributors and coverage of over 3,000 stocks and 80+ macro indicators each quarter., and Earnings and economic calendars (including CPI and PPI) with the ability for users to submit their own estimates. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do CB Insights and Estimize cover?

Both cover Stocks. CB Insights also includes Other.

Does CB Insights or Estimize have real-time data?

Estimize offers real-time data feeds, which is essential for active traders. CB Insights uses delayed or end-of-day data, which works fine for longer-term investors who don't need up-to-the-second quotes.

Can I export data from CB Insights and Estimize?

Estimize supports data exports to JSON, and Excel. CB Insights has more limited export options.

Which has a better stock screener—CB Insights or Estimize?

Both CB Insights and Estimize include stock screeners. Try each to see which filtering options and interface you prefer.

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