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Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Tool Comparison

Orion Advisor Tech vs USAspending comparison

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

Orion Advisor Tech logo

Orion Advisor Tech

orion.com

PricingSubscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile, API
USAspending logo

USAspending

usaspending.gov

PricingFree
PlatformsWeb, API
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At a glance

Platforms
Orion Advisor TechWeb, Mobile, API
USAspendingWeb, API
Categories
Orion Advisor Tech23
USAspending5
Pricing details

Tool

Orion Advisor Tech

$275/mo

Starting price

Free tierNo
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Risk Intelligence Standalone$275/mo
Orion Essentials StackContact sales
Orion Advantage StackContact sales

Tool

USAspending

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

FreeFree

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Platform details

AttributeOrion Advisor TechUSAspending
Asset types
StocksETFsMutual FundsClosed-End FundsBondsOptionsFundsOther
Other
Experience
IntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North America
North America
Data freshness
End of Day
End of Day
API access
REST
REST
Export formats
ExcelPDF
CSVJSON

Coverage overlap

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between Orion Advisor Tech and USAspending?

Orion Advisor Tech focuses on Portfolio Accounting / Book of Record, Client & Investor Reporting, and GIPS Composite Reporting while USAspending specializes in Data APIs, APIs & SDKs, and Data Visualizations. They overlap in 3 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

Is Orion Advisor Tech or USAspending free to use?

USAspending offers a free tier that lets you get started without paying, while Orion Advisor Tech requires a subscription. If budget is a concern, start with USAspending and upgrade later if you need more advanced features.

Which is better for beginners—Orion Advisor Tech or USAspending?

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

Can I use Orion Advisor Tech or USAspending on my phone?

Orion Advisor Tech has a mobile app so you can check your research on the go. USAspending is web-only, so you'll need a browser to access it from mobile devices.

Do Orion Advisor Tech and USAspending 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 Orion Advisor Tech or USAspending?

Choose Orion Advisor Tech if you need Most-in-one advisor tech platform for RIAs that unifies portfolio accounting, trading, Redtail CRM, compliance, risk analytics, planning, client portal, and advisor portal under Orion Advisor Solutions., and Portfolio accounting engine positioned as the #1 portfolio accounting solution by market share among advisors, with integrated billing, configurable client reporting, trading, professional services, cloud data warehousing, and data services.. Go with USAspending if Advanced Search & profiles across awards, recipients, agencies, federal accounts; filters include date, place of performance, NAICS/PSC, Assistance Listing (formerly CFDA), DEFC for COVID/infrastructure., and Spending Explorer and Agency/Federal Account profiles for top‑down views of obligations/outlays and drill‑downs by budget hierarchy. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do Orion Advisor Tech and USAspending cover?

Both cover Other. Orion Advisor Tech also includes Stocks, ETFs, Mutual Funds, Closed-End Funds, Bonds, Options, and Funds.

Can I export data from Orion Advisor Tech and USAspending?

Both platforms let you export data to spreadsheets (). This is useful for custom analysis or record-keeping.

Can Orion Advisor Tech or USAspending connect to my broker?

Orion Advisor Tech connects with brokers for portfolio syncing. USAspending requires manual portfolio entry or data import.

Can I track my portfolio with Orion Advisor Tech or USAspending?

Orion Advisor Tech offers portfolio tracking features. USAspending is more focused on research and analysis.

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