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Thursday, January 8, 2026
Tool Comparison
IBISWorld vs OTC Markets comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
OTC Markets
otcmarkets.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: IBISWorld has 4 categories you won't get in OTC Markets; OTC Markets has 4 unique categories.
- Pricing: IBISWorld is Subscription, One-time; OTC Markets is Free, Subscription.
Category leaders
- Screeners: OTC Markets is tagged for this workflow; IBISWorld has no category votes yet.
- News: OTC Markets is tagged for this workflow; IBISWorld has no category votes yet.
Vote sentiment comparison
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Side-by-side metrics
| Attribute | IBISWorld | OTC Markets |
|---|---|---|
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | Other | Stocks, Bonds |
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, Other |
Pricing High-level pricing models | 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
IBISWorld strengths
Categories covered by IBISWorld but not OTC Markets.
OTC Markets strengths
Categories covered by OTC Markets but not IBISWorld.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which workflows do IBISWorld and OTC Markets 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.
Which tool offers a free plan?
OTC Markets offers a free entry point, while IBISWorld requires a paid subscription. Review the pricing table to see how the paid tiers compare.
How can you access IBISWorld and OTC Markets?
Both IBISWorld and OTC Markets 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?
IBISWorld differentiates itself with Industry Research Reports (30–40 pages) across multiple countries, with PDF downloads and Key Statistics exportable to Excel., Business Environment Profiles with proprietary forecasts across hundreds of economic indicators., and Industry Risk Ratings and an Early Warning System to assess forward-looking industry risk., whereas OTC Markets stands out for Public website for OTCQX, OTCQB, OTCID and Pink Limited markets with stock & bond quotes, trade prices, charts, financials and company news., Stock Screener (web UI) for OTC securities (page titled “OTC Markets Stock Screener”)., and Real-time multicast market data products (Level 1+, Level 2+, Reference Prices, plus Global OTC variants) delivering quote, trade and security reference data..
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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.