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★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Tool Comparison

CB Insights vs OpenBB 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
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
CB InsightsWeb, Mobile, API
OpenBBWeb, Desktop, Mobile, API
Categories
CB Insights7
OpenBB12
Pricing details

Tool

CB Insights

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial10 days

Plans & pricing

Free TrialFree
EnterpriseSubscription

Tool

OpenBB

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Workspace CommunityFree
Workspace ProContact sales
Open Data Platform (ODP)Free

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Platform details

AttributeCB InsightsOpenBB
Asset types
StocksOther
StocksETFsCryptosCurrenciesCommoditiesBondsOptionsFutures
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
IntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica
Not specified
Data freshness
Not specifiedNot specified
API access
Not specified
REST
Export formats
Not specifiedNot specified

Coverage overlap

Shared categories5

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

CB Insights strengths2

Categories covered by CB Insights only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between CB Insights and OpenBB?

CB Insights focuses on Data APIs, Sheets / Excel Add-ins, and Screeners while OpenBB specializes in Data APIs, APIs & SDKs, and Sheets / Excel Add-ins. They overlap in 5 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

Is CB Insights or OpenBB free to use?

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

Which is better for beginners—CB Insights or OpenBB?

CB Insights is more beginner-friendly with an approachable interface. Both can work for intermediate users.

Do CB Insights 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 CB Insights or OpenBB?

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 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 CB Insights and OpenBB cover?

Both cover Stocks. CB Insights also includes Other. OpenBB adds coverage for ETFs, Cryptos, Currencies, Commodities, Bonds, Options, and Futures.

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

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

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