At a glance
| Angel Roster | Signal by NFX | |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Investor database with verified emails and LinkedIn profiles | Free, crowd-sourced investor network run by the VC firm NFX |
| Investor profiles | 68,909 angels, VCs and funds in 126 countries | Thousands of crowd-sourced profiles. No total published |
| How you reach investors | Unlock an investor's verified email and LinkedIn profile, then reach out from your own inbox | Find a mutual connection for a warm introduction, or email investors already in your network |
| Pricing | Basic $59 (100 contacts), Growth $89 (500 contacts) and Premium $199 (1,000 contacts) a month, billed monthly | Free. NFX says it will never charge for it |
| Free option | Free account to browse and filter, plus a 3-day free trial on every plan | Free |
| Extras | Every unlocked contact stays in your account. Free SAFE, convertible note and dilution calculators. No built-in email sending or CRM | Investor lists by stage and sector, warm-intro paths |
| Best for | Founders who want a targeted list of investors' direct contact details | Founders with a strong network who want warm introductions |
When Signal by NFX is the better choice
- You want a free tool. NFX says Signal will always be free.
- You have mutual connections who can introduce you to the investors you want.
When Angel Roster is the better choice
- You don't have a mutual connection to every investor you want to reach.
- You want investors' direct, verified emails and LinkedIn profiles.
Pricing compared
Angel Roster: Basic $59 (100 contacts), Growth $89 (500 contacts) and Premium $199 (1,000 contacts) a month, billed monthly. Free option: Free account to browse and filter, plus a 3-day free trial on every plan.
Signal by NFX: Free. NFX says it will never charge for it. Free option: Free. See signal.nfx.com for current prices.
Try Angel Roster free
Search 70,000+ investors on a free account, then unlock contacts with a 3-day free trial.
Frequently asked questions
Is Signal by NFX free?
Yes. NFX says Signal is 100% free and that it will never charge for it.
How much does Angel Roster cost?
Basic is $59 a month for 100 contact unlocks, Growth $89 for 500 and Premium $199 for 1,000. Every plan starts with a 3-day free trial, is billed monthly and can be cancelled anytime.
Do I keep the investor contacts I unlock?
Yes. Every email and LinkedIn profile you unlock stays in your Angel Roster account, even after your monthly unlock allowance resets.