OpenVC is a free investor directory for research. CapSignal adds live match scoring, thesis-aware outreach from your inbox, follow-up automation, investor CRM, and data room — full raise execution, not just lists.
OpenVC strengths
Large searchable database, free access, good for initial research and filtering by stage and sector.
Where CapSignal goes further
Ranked matches with written rationale, verified contact paths, personalized sequences, send-from-your-domain, reply tracking, and weekly iteration. OpenVC does not send email or manage pipeline.
Using both
Many founders research on OpenVC and run execution on CapSignal. CapSignal ingests licensed open datasets and adds scoring plus outreach layer.