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Thomasnet

Freemium#5 of 30 in Business DirectoriesSupplier Discovery Software

Thomasnet: A mature industrial directory with broad supplier search, filtering, comparison, and RFQs. Ranked #5 of 30 in Business Directories by our editors (8.8/10); pricing: Free plan; best for north American industrial sourcing.

8.8/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
8.8 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
North American industrial sourcing
Free plan
Yes
Audience focus
B2b
Founded
1898 · New York, New York, United States
Facts checked
19 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Search across more than 500,000 North American suppliers
- Detailed profiles include capabilities, catalogs, and certifications
- Compare suppliers, save shortlists, and contact up to 20 suppliers per request
Where it doesn't
- Focused on North American suppliers rather than global sourcing
- Web access only
- Paid verification program pricing varies by monthly budget

Our verdict on Thomasnet

Thomasnet is a web-based B2B directory and sourcing platform for industrial buyers, engineers, procurement professionals, and suppliers. Its audience includes businesses looking for manufacturers, distributors, service companies, and OEMs across North America. Buyers can search by products, capabilities, certifications, business type, and location, while suppliers can claim and manage company profiles. The platform has operated since 1898 under Thomas Publishing Company LLC.

Its strongest area is supplier discovery. Search covers more than 500,000 North American suppliers, and profiles can include product catalogs, capabilities, certifications, and contact information. Filtering by supplier validation and certifications helps narrow results, while comparison tools and saved shortlists support structured evaluation. Buyers can submit requests for quotes, contact suppliers directly, and reach up to 20 suppliers with one request. Thomas Verified Supplier badges add a published verification signal to eligible profiles.

Thomasnet uses a freemium model with free access for supplier discovery and sourcing. Businesses can claim profiles, add information, and purchase verification programs; the published offering also describes flexible monthly budgets for paid programs. The platform is a strong fit for procurement teams and engineers sourcing within North America, especially when supplier capabilities and certifications matter. It is less suitable for organizations that need global supplier coverage, mobile access, or a directory centered on consumer businesses. Buyers should choose Thomasnet when industrial search depth, supplier comparison, and RFQ outreach are priorities.

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Thomasnet pricing

Plans Free planFreemium A usable free plan; paid tiers unlock the limits above. Prices checked 19 Sep 2026.

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Thomasnet fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Not verified
Listing submission	Both
Claim listing	Yes
Reviews on profiles	Not verified
Audience focus	B2b
Mobile app	Not verified
Verified profiles	Yes
Deployment	Cloud
Platforms	Web
Pricing	Free plan
Website	thomasnet.com
Facts checked	19 Sep 2026

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