Alternatives to Forbes
The top Book and Periodical Publishing companies similar to Forbes, ranked by relevance (named competitors first, then how closely their sectors overlap) and our 0-100 AI-readiness score. Each links to a full profile with funding and team.
Forbes compared with the top alternatives
Side by side on what each one does, what it costs, and what real users report.
| Product | Key features | Pricing | User reviews | Visit |
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| Not listed | 67% positive (6) | Try Forbes | ||
| Not listed | 33% positive (6) | Try Harvard Business Review | ||
| Not listed | 17% positive (6) | Try Business Insider | ||
| Not listed | 75% positive (4) | Try MIT Technology Review | ||
| Not listed | 0% positive (1) | Try Minute Media |
Review sentiment is aggregated from real discussions across relevant subreddits. Pricing reflects each vendor's public plans and can change, so check the provider for the current price.
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Harvard Business Review47Book and Periodical PublishingBrighton, USLeading source for management thinking, publishing articles, books, and digital content.
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Business Insider26Online Audio and Video MediaNew York, USGlobal news organization covering business, technology, and the economy for ambitious, curious people.
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36Kr41MediaBeijing, China$155.0MChinese media and data platform for technology, startups, and investors.
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The Wall Street Journal19NewsNew York, United StatesA leading global business and financial news organization, providing breaking news, analysis, and in-depth reporting on markets, economics, and world events.
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MIT Technology Review28Book and Periodical PublishingCambridge, USIndependent media company reporting on innovation and emerging technologies.
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Minute Media62MediaNew York, United States$111.1MMinute Media is a leading technology and digital content company powering content creation, distribution, and monetization for publishers and advertisers.
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SundaySky60MediaNew York, United States$110.0MSundaySky provides a video experience platform enabling brands to deliver personalized video content at scale across customer journeys.
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Spines AI52MediaSan Francisco, United States$22.5MAI-powered platform for personalized book creation and publishing.
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Readly51MediaVäxjö, Sweden$42.8MA digital subscription service offering unlimited access to a wide range of magazines and newspapers.
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Vox Media51MediaWashington, United States$100.0MA modern media company operating a portfolio of editorial brands and publishing technology platforms.
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The Free Press49MediaNew York, United States$158.5MA digital media company founded by Bari Weiss, known for investigative stories and commentary.
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Sifted49MediaLondon, United Kingdom$5.3MA media platform providing in-depth reporting and analysis on the European startup ecosystem.
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Hypebeast48MediaHong Kong, Hong Kong$180.0MA digital media platform driving culture forward across fashion, footwear, art, music, and lifestyle.
- Website CACafeyn47MediaParis, France$63.0M
A press aggregation platform offering unlimited access to a wide range of national and international titles.
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A multinational mass media, telecommunications, and entertainment conglomerate.
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Rogers85TelecommunicationsToronto, Canada$35.0BCanadian telecommunications and media company providing wireless, cable, internet, and sports entertainment services.
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Encyclopædia Britannica43EducationChicago, United States$63.0MA global knowledge company providing digital educational platforms, reference materials, and AI-powered learning solutions.
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Bloomberg L.P.82FintechNew York, United States$60.1BGlobal financial, software, data, and media company providing real-time information and analytics.
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An Italian digital media company creating accessible content for younger generations.
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Netflix81Media & EntertainmentLos Gatos, USA$4.7BThe world's leading streaming entertainment service.
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Furious40MarketingNew York, United States$1.2MFurious Corp. provides PROPHET, a platform for reporting, pricing, and inventory optimization, using data science and AI to help sales and pricing teams sell smarter.
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CNBC24MediaEnglewood, United StatesA global leader in business news and financial market coverage.
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CNNMoney21Financial NewsNew York, United StatesCNNMoney was a financial news website, now rebranded as CNN Business.
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Formula 176SportsLondon, United Kingdom$4.7BThe pinnacle of motorsport, a global racing championship and entertainment property.
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Autodesk, Inc.74ArchitectureSan Francisco, United States$200.0MA global leader in 3D design, engineering, and entertainment software, driving innovation in architecture, manufacturing, and media.
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Hulu73Streaming ServiceSanta Monica, United States$1.2BStreaming service offering TV shows, movies, and live TV.
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Online publishing company
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Cloudinary72MediaTel Aviv, Israel$110.0MCloudinary is a cloud-based media management platform that enables developers and marketers to upload, store, manage, transform, and deliver images and videos.
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Verbit70Contextual Speech RecognitionNew York, United States$584.0MAI-powered transcription and captioning platform delivering enterprise-grade accuracy for legal, education, media, and corporate use cases.
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Paramount Global69MediaNew York, United States$8.0BA global media and entertainment conglomerate offering content across film, television, and digital platforms, with a diverse portfolio of iconic brands.
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DoubleVerify69Ad FraudNew York, United States$546.5MDoubleVerify is a leading software platform for digital media measurement and analytics, ensuring brand safety, suitability, and performance for advertisers.
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StreamElements68GamingNew York, United States$111.3MPlatform for livestream tools, monetization, audience engagement, and influencer marketing.
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Reliance Industries68Artificial IntelligenceMumbai, India$110.0BIndian conglomerate investing heavily in AI infrastructure and services.
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Audible68Media & EntertainmentNewark, USA$63.0MAudible is an Amazon company that provides audio entertainment, including audiobooks, podcasts, and original content.
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HBO67MediaNew York, United States$8.0BPremium television network and streaming service offering acclaimed original series, movies, and documentaries.
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Crunchyroll65MediaSan Francisco, USA$4.8MThe world's largest anime streaming service.
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Disney+ Hotstar65Streaming ServiceMumbai, India$111.6BSubscription streaming service offering movies, TV shows, and live sports in India.
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D-ID65ImageTel Aviv, Israel$42.5MGenerative AI platform for creating realistic talking avatars and videos from still images.
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Duetti65FintechNew York, United States$475.0MA music financing platform providing independent artists with quick access to catalog and master sales.
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EX.CO63VideoNew York, United States$66.0MEX.CO is a leading online video platform empowering publishers to own their video strategy for maximum yield.
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Artlist63MediaTel Aviv, Israel$48.0MSubscription-based platform providing royalty-free music, sound effects, and video templates for creators.
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ImagenAI63Photo EditingTel Aviv, Israel$30.0MAI-powered photo editing platform for professional photographers.
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ActiveFence63New MediaTel Aviv, Israel$95.0MTrust and Safety platform protecting online platforms from malicious behavior and content.
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OpenWeb63MediaNew York, United States$398.0MOpenWeb partners with publishers and brands to foster healthy online conversations and build direct audience relationships.
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Kaltura62VideoNew York, United States$278.1MThe leading video cloud powering diverse video experiences for organizations globally.
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Pixellot62SportsPetah Tikva, Israel$231.3MAutomated sports production solutions for capturing, producing, and distributing live and on-demand sports content.
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deepdub61MediaTel Aviv, Israel$20.0MAI-powered dubbing and localization solutions for audiovisual content.
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A bimonthly magazine for women, by women, focusing on lifestyle, wellness, and community.
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Pluto TV61StreamingLos Angeles, United States$51.8MFree ad-supported streaming TV service with live channels and on-demand content.
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Hailuo60Video GenerationShanghai, China$85.0MAI video generation platform by MiniMax that creates high-fidelity videos from text and image prompts.
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AnyClip60MarketingNew York, United States$71.0MAnyClip provides an AI-powered video content data and intelligence platform for businesses to manage, distribute, and monetize their video assets.
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Patreon60Creator EconomySan Francisco, USA$164.9MA membership platform that allows creators to run a subscription content service.
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Live Nation Entertainment60Media & EntertainmentBeverly Hills, United States$63.0MA global leader in live entertainment, connecting artists and fans through ticketing, venue management, and artist promotion.
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NFL.com60Sports TechNew York, United States$78.0MOfficial digital home of the National Football League, offering news, scores, schedules, and fantasy football.
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Jellysmack60Creator EconomyNew York City, United States$22.0MGlobal creator company that helps video creators grow and monetize their content across multiple platforms.
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Razer60Consumer ElectronicsIrvine, USA$63.0MA global leader in gaming lifestyle.
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Mathpix59AI Foundation & ComputeBrooklyn, United States$3.6MAI-powered platform for converting PDFs and images to editable text, specializing in STEM content.
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Tubi59StreamingSan Francisco, USA$47.0MFree, ad-supported streaming service with a vast library of movies and TV shows.
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A media and business empire built by a popular YouTuber.
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Roku58Media & EntertainmentSan Jose, United States$6.0MRoku is a leading TV streaming platform connecting users, content publishers, and advertisers globally.
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