CrunchBase Alternatives

CrunchBase is described as 'The world’s most comprehensive dataset of startup activity and it’s accessible to everyone. Founded in 2007 by Mike Arrington, CrunchBase began as a simple crowd sourced database to track startups covered on TechCrunch' and is an website. There are more than 50 alternatives to CrunchBase, not only websites but also apps for a variety of platforms, including SaaS, Windows, iPhone and Android apps. The best CrunchBase alternative is LinkedIn, which is free. Other great sites and apps similar to CrunchBase are Beta List, AngelList, GoApply and ZoomInfo.

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  1. LinkedIn icon

    LinkedIn

     276 likes

    LinkedIn is a business-oriented social network with over 433 million users globally, offering professional networking, job searching, and industry updates via its app and website.

    182 LinkedIn alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Google Chrome
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    Comments about LinkedIn as an Alternative to CrunchBase
    Jason Brown
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    LinkedIn is more a job site, not a database service for startups, like Crunchbase and similar services.

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    • Some users think LinkedIn is a great CrunchBase alternative, some don't.

    • LinkedIn is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & iPhone alternative to CrunchBase.

    • LinkedIn is the most popular free alternative to CrunchBase.

    • LinkedIn is Freemium and ProprietaryCrunchBase is also Freemium and Proprietary
  4. AngelList icon

    AngelList

     22 likes

    Access top deals through investor-led syndicates.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • iPhone
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    ZoomInfo

    ZoomInfo is a provider of B2B contact databases with comprehensive company information. Its software, powered by real-time insights and data, facilitates cross-channel engagement with potential customers.

    https://www.zoominfo.com
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    GoApply

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    GoApply is your AI-powered job application platform. Auto apply to thousands of jobs, build ATS-optimized resumes, and land interviews 3x faster.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
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    ZoomInfo

     3 likes

    ZoomInfo is a provider of B2B contact databases with comprehensive company information. Its software, powered by real-time insights and data, facilitates cross-channel engagement with potential customers.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
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    • ZoomInfo is the most popular commercial alternative to CrunchBase.

    • ZoomInfo is Paid and ProprietaryCrunchBase is Freemium and Proprietary
  8. Polywork icon

    Polywork

     7 likes

    Polywork is a professional social network that allows you to post updates about what you're up to (in work, and, if you like, in life too).

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
     
  10. StartupBase icon

    StartupBase

     8 likes

    StartupBase is a community of makers and early adopters to share & discuss the latest products and ideas. It is a place to discover and get early access to exciting new startups.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Online
     

    • StartupBase is the most popular Linux alternative to CrunchBase.

    • StartupBase is Free and ProprietaryCrunchBase is Freemium and Proprietary
  11. Launch Pulse icon

    Launch Pulse

     2 likes

    Discover new startups that have just launched or promote your own startup. Launch Pulse provides an excellent launchpad for all startups wanting to expand their awareness.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
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    Peerlist

     1 like

    The professional network for people in tech with robust work profiles at its core.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
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    PitchBook

     2 likes

    Introducing PitchBook Mobile. It’s the same great data, technology and service from the PitchBook Platform, now on your mobile device. Access vast amounts of information on the entire PE and VC landscape, including deal amounts, valuations, active investors, fund performance...

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
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    LeadsBlue

     1 like

    LeadsBlue provides verified B2B & B2C email lists, targeted industry databases, and ready-to-use contact data to help you launch high-ROI outreach and marketing campaigns instantly.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
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    Unicorn Nest

     16 likes

    Unicorn Nest created an innovative investor scoring algorithm that evaluates 200+ data points to provide a highly relevant list of investors.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Investor search
     
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    Comments about Unicorn Nest as an Alternative to CrunchBase
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
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    Verified data, deals analysis, focused

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    alexandrudodenko
    Positive
    0

    more precise investor samples

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    exushka
    Positive
    0

    gives a short list of investors rather than a randomly structured database It's user friendly

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    • Almost everyone thinks Unicorn Nest is a great CrunchBase alternative.

    • Unicorn Nest is Freemium and ProprietaryCrunchBase is also Freemium and Proprietary
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