Dune adds On-chain Analytics, DEX / DeFi, and Crypto Derivatives coverage that okama skips.
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Head-to-head
Dune vs okama comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
Quick takeaways
okama includes Quant, Portfolio, Correlation, Backtesting, Risk Metrics (VaR/ES/Drawdown), Monte Carlo, ETF Performance, Inflation Rates, and Interest Rates categories that Dune omits.
Dune highlights: Interactive dashboards and charts built with DuneSQL over raw, decoded, and curated ‘Spellbook’ datasets., Cross-chain catalog for EVM and non-EVM chains (e.g., Ethereum, Solana, Bitcoin, NEAR), including curated token price tables., and Dune API with SQL endpoints, preset endpoints (DEX, EVM contracts, markets, Farcaster, projects), and executions/results retrieval..
okama is known for: Interactive Efficient Frontier (mean–variance) widget for quick visualization., Compare-assets widget covering returns, drawdowns, CVaR, and correlations., and Portfolio widget built on adjusted monthly data for risk/return analysis..
Dune
dune.com
Community-powered, cross-chain analytics platform with SQL-based dashboards and a production API. Supports 100+ blockchains (raw, decoded, and curated ‘Spellbook’ tables). API returns JSON/CSV from saved queries and preset endpoints (DEX, markets, Farcaster, contracts, etc.).
Platforms
Pricing
Quick highlights
- Interactive dashboards and charts built with DuneSQL over raw, decoded, and curated ‘Spellbook’ datasets.
- Cross-chain catalog for EVM and non-EVM chains (e.g., Ethereum, Solana, Bitcoin, NEAR), including curated token price tables.
- Dune API with SQL endpoints, preset endpoints (DEX, EVM contracts, markets, Farcaster, projects), and executions/results retrieval.
- Programmatic exports (JSON/CSV) for embedding and downstream analytics; plan-based rate limits.
- “Sim by Dune” developer offering with self-serve (Builder) tier for realtime multi-chain API access and separate enterprise IDX.
Community votes (overall)
okama
okama.io
Free open-source toolkit for portfolio analysis and market data. Okama offers web widgets, an API, and a Python library with efficient frontiers, risk metrics, and Monte Carlo simulations. Market and macro data is available end-of-day, with live prices delayed by ~15–20 minutes.
Categories
Platforms
Pricing
Quick highlights
- Interactive Efficient Frontier (mean–variance) widget for quick visualization.
- Compare-assets widget covering returns, drawdowns, CVaR, and correlations.
- Portfolio widget built on adjusted monthly data for risk/return analysis.
- Python library supports mean–variance optimization, rebalancing scenarios, backtesting, and advanced risk metrics such as VaR, CVaR, semideviation, and drawdowns.
- Monte Carlo simulations and wealth-index forecasts with percentile bands.
Community votes (overall)
Shared focus areas
2 overlapsMutual strengths include Data APIs, and Data Visualizations.
Where they differ
Dune
Distinct strengths include:
- Interactive dashboards and charts built with DuneSQL over raw, decoded, and curated ‘Spellbook’ datasets.
- Cross-chain catalog for EVM and non-EVM chains (e.g., Ethereum, Solana, Bitcoin, NEAR), including curated token price tables.
- Dune API with SQL endpoints, preset endpoints (DEX, EVM contracts, markets, Farcaster, projects), and executions/results retrieval.
- Programmatic exports (JSON/CSV) for embedding and downstream analytics; plan-based rate limits.
okama
Distinct strengths include:
- Interactive Efficient Frontier (mean–variance) widget for quick visualization.
- Compare-assets widget covering returns, drawdowns, CVaR, and correlations.
- Portfolio widget built on adjusted monthly data for risk/return analysis.
- Python library supports mean–variance optimization, rebalancing scenarios, backtesting, and advanced risk metrics such as VaR, CVaR, semideviation, and drawdowns.
Feature-by-feature breakdown
Attribute | Dune | okama |
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Categories Which research workflows each platform targets | Shared: Data APIs, Data Visualizations Unique: On-chain Analytics, DEX / DeFi, Crypto Derivatives | Shared: Data APIs, Data Visualizations Unique: Quant, Portfolio, Correlation, Backtesting, Risk Metrics (VaR/ES/Drawdown), Monte Carlo, ETF Performance, Inflation Rates, Interest Rates |
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | Cryptos | Stocks, ETFs, Commodities, Currencies, Mutual Funds |
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, Subscription | Free |
Key features Core capabilities called out by each vendor | Unique
| Unique
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Tested Verified by hands-on testing inside Find My Moat | Not yet | Yes |
Editor pick Featured inside curated shortlists | Standard listing | Standard listing |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which workflows do Dune and okama 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 Dune and okama require subscriptions?
Both Dune and okama keep freemium access with optional paid upgrades, so you can trial each platform before committing.
How can you access Dune and okama?
Both Dune and okama 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?
Dune differentiates itself with Interactive dashboards and charts built with DuneSQL over raw, decoded, and curated ‘Spellbook’ datasets., Cross-chain catalog for EVM and non-EVM chains (e.g., Ethereum, Solana, Bitcoin, NEAR), including curated token price tables., and Dune API with SQL endpoints, preset endpoints (DEX, EVM contracts, markets, Farcaster, projects), and executions/results retrieval., whereas okama stands out for Interactive Efficient Frontier (mean–variance) widget for quick visualization., Compare-assets widget covering returns, drawdowns, CVaR, and correlations., and Portfolio widget built on adjusted monthly data for risk/return analysis..
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