VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
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Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Tool Comparison
FlightAware vs OpenCorporates comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
FlightAware
flightaware.com
OpenCorporates
opencorporates.com
Comparison highlights
- Tool score: the chart below shows community vote sentiment over the last 8 weeks. Use it as a signal, not a verdict.
- Overlap: both cover Data APIs.
- Coverage tilt: FlightAware has 4 categories you won't get in OpenCorporates; OpenCorporates has 2 unique categories.
- Pricing: FlightAware is Free, Subscription, One-time; OpenCorporates is Free, Subscription.
Category leaders
- Data Visualizations: FlightAware is tagged for this workflow; OpenCorporates has no category votes yet.
Vote sentiment comparison
Cumulative positive vote share. Loading fresh totals...
Side-by-side metrics
| Attribute | FlightAware | OpenCorporates |
|---|---|---|
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | Other | Other |
Experience levels Who each product is built for | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Platforms Where you can access the product | Web, Mobile, API | Web, API |
Pricing High-level pricing models | Free, Subscription, One-time | Free, Subscription |
Tested Verified by hands-on testing inside Find My Moat | Not yet | Not yet |
Editor pick Featured inside curated shortlists | Standard listing | Standard listing |
Coverage overlap
FlightAware strengths
Categories covered by FlightAware but not OpenCorporates.
OpenCorporates strengths
Categories covered by OpenCorporates but not FlightAware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which workflows do FlightAware and OpenCorporates both support?
Both platforms cover Data APIs workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.
Do FlightAware and OpenCorporates require subscriptions?
Both FlightAware and OpenCorporates keep freemium access with optional paid upgrades, so you can trial each platform before committing.
Which tool has mobile access?
FlightAware ships a dedicated mobile experience, while OpenCorporates focuses on web or desktop access.
What unique strengths set the two platforms apart?
FlightAware differentiates itself with Live flight tracking and flight-status pages with dedicated views for cancellations and delays, plus the signature MiseryMap® for U.S. air traffic disruptions., Premium subscriptions unlock unlimited flight alerts and access to three, five, or eight months of historical flight data., and AeroAPI (v4) provides RESTful access to current and historical flight data with JSON responses and API key authentication., whereas OpenCorporates stands out for 230M+ company records spanning 145+ jurisdictions, aggregated from 140+ official registries with full provenance and source links., Versioned REST API with JSON (default) or XML output; API keys required. Free tier provides up to 200 requests per month (50 per day)., and OpenRefine Reconciliation API allows entity-matching from company names to legal identifiers..
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Curation & Accuracy
This directory blends AI‑assisted discovery with human curation. Entries are reviewed, edited, and organized with the goal of expanding coverage and sharpening quality over time. Your feedback helps steer improvements (because no single human can capture everything all at once).
Details change. Pricing, features, and availability may be incomplete or out of date. Treat listings as a starting point and verify on the provider’s site before making decisions. If you spot an error or a gap, send a quick note and I’ll adjust.