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★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★
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Saturday, January 17, 2026
Tool Comparison
FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind) vs OpenBB comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind)
banks.data.fdic.gov
OpenBB
openbb.co
At a glance
| FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind) | OpenBB | |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | ||
| Free trial | ||
| Starting price | — | — |
| Enterprise option | ||
| Available plans | Free | Workspace Community, Workspace Pro, Open Data Platform (ODP) |
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Platform details
| Attribute | FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind) | OpenBB |
|---|---|---|
Asset types | Other | StocksETFsCryptosCurrenciesCommoditiesBondsOptionsFutures |
Experience | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced | IntermediateAdvanced |
Regions | North America | Not specified |
Data freshness | Not specified | Not specified |
API access | REST | REST |
Export formats | CSVJSON | Not specified |
Coverage overlap
Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.
Categories covered by FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind) only.
Categories covered by OpenBB only.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind) and OpenBB?
FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind) focuses on Screeners, Data APIs, and Financials while OpenBB specializes in Data APIs, APIs & SDKs, and Sheets / Excel Add-ins. They overlap in 3 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.
How much do FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind) and OpenBB cost?
Good news—both FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind) and OpenBB offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.
Which is better for beginners—FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind) or OpenBB?
FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind) is more beginner-friendly with an approachable interface. Both can work for intermediate users.
Can I use FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind) or OpenBB on my phone?
OpenBB has a mobile app so you can check your research on the go. FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind) is web-only, so you'll need a browser to access it from mobile devices.
Do FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind) 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 FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind) or OpenBB?
Choose FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind) if you need Search for FDIC-insured institutions and branch locations by institution name, website URL, FDIC certificate number, ZIP code, city, or state., and Determine whether a bank is FDIC-insured, locate branches, and review a bank's history including mergers/acquisitions and other historical changes (e.g., name changes/relocations).. 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 FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind) and OpenBB cover?
Both cover common asset types. FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind) also includes Other. OpenBB adds coverage for Stocks, ETFs, Cryptos, Currencies, Commodities, Bonds, Options, and Futures.
Can I export data from FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind) and OpenBB?
FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind) supports data exports to CSV, and JSON. OpenBB has more limited export options.
Which has a better stock screener—FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind) or OpenBB?
Both FDIC BankFind Suite (BankFind) and OpenBB include stock screeners. Try each to see which filtering options and interface you prefer.
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