CB Insights vs FirstGlance

CB Insights provides market intelligence, analytics and data science predictions for businesses evaluating technology markets, companies and competitors. It tracks and compares more than 12 million companies across more than 1,600 technology markets, with extensive historical data on funding, acquisitions, hiring, financials, relationships, patents, news and other listed signals. Strategy Terminal uses predictive data science and AI agents to surface signals about private companies, markets and competitors. Browser Analyst examines webpages and can produce scouting reports and SWOT analyses, alongside company, executive, funding, customer, partner and competitor information. Access options include the web, browser extension, iOS and Android apps, APIs and data feeds. Integrations include Microsoft Copilot and Salesforce; data is also distributed through Snowflake Marketplace. CB Insights says its infrastructure is SOC 2 Type II certified and GDPR compliant, with encryption, audit trails, role-based access, SSO and MFA. Pricing is available on request, and a 10-day trial is listed; there is no free plan.

FirstGlance connects startup founders with early-stage investors. Investors can search for startups using filters such as industry, stage, and location, save searches, and follow companies for updates on progress and traction. Founders decide what information to include in their profiles and can view analytics on profile views and engagement. Founders can connect with investors when ready, while investors can request information and schedule meetings. FirstGlance says founders can use verified metrics to build credibility. The platform is available on Android, iOS, and the web, with a free plan. FirstGlance Pro founders are offered more than $3 million in software credits and discounts across 270+ vetted tools, including Google Cloud, Notion, Segment, and Mixpanel. The company was founded in 2024 and is headquartered in the United States. Its privacy notice says it does not collect information from third parties, though it may receive social login profile information if users choose that option. The notice also says it may use Google Analytics and cookies or similar tracking technologies. FirstGlance reports having 100+ active early-stage investors and $1B+ in dry powder.