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★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Tool Comparison

CB Insights vs Social Blade 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
Social Blade logo

Social Blade

socialblade.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, API
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At a glance

Platforms
CB InsightsWeb, Mobile, API
Social BladeWeb, API
Categories
CB Insights7
Social Blade2
Pricing details

Tool

CB Insights

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial10 days

Plans & pricing

Free TrialFree
EnterpriseSubscription

Tool

Social Blade

$4.5/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Free (Logged In)Free
Bronze$4.5/mo
Silver$12.5/mo
Gold$50/mo
Platinum$120/mo
Business API (credit-based)Subscription

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Platform details

AttributeCB InsightsSocial Blade
Asset types
StocksOther
Other
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica
North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica
Data freshness
Not specified
Real-timeEnd of Day
API access
Not specified
REST
Export formats
Not specified
ExcelPDFJSON

Coverage overlap

Shared categories1

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

CB Insights strengths6

Categories covered by CB Insights only.

Social Blade strengths1

Categories covered by Social Blade only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between CB Insights and Social Blade?

CB Insights focuses on Data APIs, Sheets / Excel Add-ins, and Screeners while Social Blade specializes in App & Website Traffic, and Data APIs. They overlap in 1 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

Is CB Insights or Social Blade free to use?

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

Can I use CB Insights or Social Blade on my phone?

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

Do CB Insights and Social Blade 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 Social Blade?

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 Social Blade if Track creator stats across YouTube, TikTok, Twitch, Instagram, and Facebook, including estimated earnings and growth projections., and Top lists and platform rankings with SB Rank/grade and live subscriber/follower counts (list lengths vary by plan). better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do CB Insights and Social Blade cover?

Both cover Other. CB Insights also includes Stocks.

Does CB Insights or Social Blade have real-time data?

Social Blade 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 Social Blade?

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

Which has a better stock screener—CB Insights or Social Blade?

CB Insights includes a stock screener for finding investment ideas. Social Blade focuses on other analytical tools.

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