We keep asking same question: Best online tools for sourcing deals?

December 28, 2023

by a searcher from University of Nebraska - Lincoln in Denver, CO, USA

Hi, I'm relatively new to Searchfunder. One of the more popular message board topics is related to which web tools are best for sourcing deals. I know that I'd like what these sites promise, but it doesn't sound like there's much enthusiasm for them among searchers.

1) Does any searcher have good things to say about one of these services from actual experience?

Is it worth the price?

Are these things a waste of time and money? Is it best to just find deals myself?

2) I'm curious if there's a place where these services are ranked, like a Wiki or someplace like Product Hunt? If not, could we create one within Searchfunder? Or elsewhere?
Some of the services that come up frequently include:
X5deals
Interexo
Axial
Kumo
XPX
ACG
Zoominfo
Clay.com
Sourcesscrub
Grata
Udo
Inven

If you work for one of these companies, please do not comment.

Thanks for your advice,
Andy

Reply by a professional
from Université de Bourgogne in Valladolid, España

PitchBook: Comprehensive data on startups, investors, and deals globally. (Paid) Crunchbase: Extensive database of companies, funding rounds, and acquisitions. (Freemium) Dealroom: Tracks startup investments and M&A activity worldwide. (Freemium) CB Insights: Analyzes market trends and identifies promising companies across various sectors. (Paid) Tracxn (Traction): Focuses on emerging markets and high-growth companies. (Paid)

Reply by a professional
from Northern Arizona University in Tucson, AZ, USA

There is the local library, free access to Data Axle, https://youtu.be/AAy5agnFhvM

FYI x5deals and Interexo are same company

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