OpenAlex
7.9#2 in academic research databasesFrom $5,000 a yearFree planWebAPIExtensionLinux
VisitOpenAlex vs ProQuest Central
ProQuest Central
5.2#30 in academic research databasesWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | OpenAlex | ProQuest Central |
|---|---|---|
| Support | 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. | ProQuest Central’s product page links to a Support Center with training, troubleshooting, and how-to resources. |
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
ProQuest Central plans
- ProQuest CentralPriced on request
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.
Pick ProQuest Central if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.