VOL. XCIV, NO. 247

★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Tool Comparison

OpenBB vs Semrush comparison

Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.

OpenBB logo

OpenBB

openbb.co

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Desktop, Mobile, API
Semrush logo

Semrush

semrush.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile, API
Top 50 Investing ToolsThe global ranking of the best investing tools, ranked by community votes.

At a glance

Platforms
OpenBBWeb, Desktop, Mobile, API
SemrushWeb, Mobile, API
Categories
OpenBB12
Semrush5
Pricing details

Tool

OpenBB

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Workspace CommunityFree
Workspace ProContact sales
Open Data Platform (ODP)Free

Tool

Semrush

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial7 days

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
ProSubscription
GuruSubscription
BusinessSubscription

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Platform details

AttributeOpenBBSemrush
Asset types
StocksETFsCryptosCurrenciesCommoditiesBondsOptionsFutures
Other
Experience
IntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
Not specified
North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica
Data freshness
Not specifiedNot specified
API access
REST
REST
Export formats
Not specified
CSVExcelPDFJSON

Coverage overlap

Shared categories3

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

Semrush strengths2

Categories covered by Semrush only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between OpenBB and Semrush?

OpenBB focuses on Data APIs, APIs & SDKs, and Sheets / Excel Add-ins while Semrush specializes in App & Website Traffic, Data APIs, and APIs & SDKs. They overlap in 3 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do OpenBB and Semrush cost?

Good news—both OpenBB and Semrush offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.

Which is better for beginners—OpenBB or Semrush?

Semrush is more beginner-friendly with an approachable interface. Both can work for intermediate users.

Do OpenBB and Semrush 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 OpenBB or Semrush?

Choose OpenBB if you need 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).. Go with Semrush if Traffic Analytics tools to examine any website’s visitors, sources, engagement metrics, and competitive benchmarks., and Rich API suite: Analytics and Projects APIs (Business plan), Trends API, Listing Management, and Map Rank Tracker. Current versions support API key (v3) and OAuth 2.0 with JSON (v4). better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do OpenBB and Semrush cover?

Both cover common asset types. OpenBB also includes Stocks, ETFs, Cryptos, Currencies, Commodities, Bonds, Options, and Futures. Semrush adds coverage for Other.

Can I export data from OpenBB and Semrush?

Semrush supports data exports to CSV, Excel, PDF, and JSON. OpenBB has more limited export options.

Which has a better stock screener—OpenBB or Semrush?

OpenBB includes a stock screener for finding investment ideas. Semrush focuses on other analytical tools.

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Curation & Accuracy

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