APA PsycInfo
6.4#12 in academic research databasesFrom $169 a yearWeb
VisitAPA PsycInfo vs OpenAlex
What both publish
| Fact | APA PsycInfo | OpenAlex |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1892 | OpenAlex's transparency page says Impactstory incorporated in North Carolina in 2012. |
| Support | APA provides search guides, tutorials, webinars, and search assistance; its FAQ says users can contact APA for help with search strategies. | Member includes community support, Member+ includes ticket-based help for critical API bugs, and Partner includes full ticket-based support for API and data issues. |
APA PsycInfo plans
- APA PsycNet Gold (includes APA PsycInfo) — APA members, joint APA/CPA members, s$169 a year
- APA PsycNet Gold (includes APA PsycInfo) — International Affiliates$299 a year
- APA PsycNet Gold (includes APA PsycInfo) — Non-Member Individuals$499 a year
- Institutional site licensePriced on request
OpenAlex plans
- FreeFree
- Pay as you go$1, paid once
- Member$5,000 a year
- Member+$10,000 a year
- Partner$20,000 a year
Pick APA PsycInfo if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick OpenAlex if…
OpenAlex suits researchers and developers who need a broad research catalog, API access, or bulk data downloads. Teams using its unsanitized external text fields should follow its guidance to escape output and apply OWASP XSS-prevention practices.