D&B Hoovers Reviews & Product Details

D&B Hoovers is the shortcut to reach buyers and win deals. D&B Hoovers offers deeper B2B intelligence to Sales, Marketing, and RevOps teams to help you… · Discover you opportune market · Prioritize your best prospects · Close more deals, faster The D-U-N-S Number Difference · 272M+ company profiles, with 37M+ corporate linkages and Decision HQ · 412M+ verified contacts, including mobile numbers, LinkedIn profiles, and site location · 175+ targeting filters Reach your ideal buyer · Ideal Customer Profile and Total Addressable Market visualizations · 1st-party data integration · Bombora, Visitor Intelligence, and D&B Custom Intent data Spark conversations that resonate · Company news, org charts, tech infrastructure, and financial insights · Real-time opportunity triggers · Analyst research, competitive comparisons, industry forecasts Backed by the Dun & Bradstreet Data Cloud, D&B Hoovers and D&B Hoovers Audience Builder were built to ease the burden on sales and marketing teams, powering faster, smarter, and more precise prospecting.

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Dun & Bradstreet

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Languages Supported

Czech, Danish, German, English, Finnish, Croatian, Hungarian, Polish, Slovak, Slovenian, Serbian, Swedish, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional)

Product Description

Anchored by Dun & Bradstreet’s powerful D-U-N-S® Numbering System, D&B Hoovers (formerly Avention) uses sophisticated analytics to deliver a sales acceleration solution packed with insight.

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Kevin Johnson

Value at a Glance

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Time to Implement

1 month

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D&B Hoovers Demo - D&B Hoovers Customizable Home Screen

Monitor accounts by pinning content to your customizable D&B Hoovers Desktop.

D&B Hoovers Demo - Build Targeted Lists With D&B Hoovers

175+ search filters leverage data and analytics to help you identify your best prospects.

D&B Hoovers Demo - Access In-Depth Intelligence on Company Profiles

D&B Hoovers provides robust business information to help sellers engage with relevance.

D&B Hoovers Demo - Access the Complete Corporate Family

Easily navigate an organization, identify upsell opportunities, and focus on locations with buying power.

Focus efforts on accounts that represent real selling opportunities with Visitor Intelligence.

D&B Hoovers Demo - Access Account Intelligence in Your CRM

Increase productivity with access to D&B Hoovers data on account, contact, and lead records in your CRM.

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Aamos H.

Sales Operations Manager

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

11/11/2025

"Essential Tool for Uncovering Growth Opportunities with Partners"

4.5/5

What do you like best about D&B Hoovers?

This tool is essential for pinpointing shared clients and uncovering new opportunities to accelerate growth alongside partners. I really appreciate the insight it offers into potential opportunities with prospective partners. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about D&B Hoovers?

This platform is an outstanding tool for assessing whether the growth potential is sufficient to warrant a collaboration. I have no complaints about it. I truly value the assistance I get in gathering information about prospective clients or partners. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is D&B Hoovers solving and how is that benefiting you?

We selected D&B Hoovers due to its extensive global coverage of business data. The platform streamlines the onboarding process for new partners and enables us to integrate our datasets more effectively. Additionally, it assists us in pinpointing the roles, industries, and company sizes that best match our ideal candidates. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Kevin Johnson of D&B Hoovers

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Hi Aamos, thanks for sharing your experience with D&B Hoovers. We’re glad to hear it’s helping uncover growth opportunities and streamline partner onboarding with global business data.

It’s great to know the platform is supporting your strategic efforts and making collaboration more efficient. We appreciate your feedback and your business—thanks for choosing D&B!

Kazim F.

Chief Executive Officer

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

11/18/2025

"Dependable Data and Seamless Organization for Client Outreach"

4.5/5

What do you like best about D&B Hoovers?

I appreciate that the location data is extremely reliable and that everything is centralized and well-structured. I love that it's perfect for me, as part of my job involves contacting potential clients and persuading them with the right tools. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about D&B Hoovers?

The experience using this platform has been truly incredible, I have nothing negative to say. Its up-to-date database has allowed us to build trust with potential clients through a series of pre-call activities. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Kevin Johnson of D&B Hoovers

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Hi Kazim, thank you for sharing your experience with D&B Hoovers. We’re glad to hear the reliable location data and centralized structure are helping streamline your client outreach and build trust with prospects. We appreciate your feedback and your business, thanks for choosing D&B!

Esam N.

Director of Sales

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

10/8/2025

"D&B Hoovers sales acceleration solution designed for B2B marketing and sales teams"

4/5

What do you like best about D&B Hoovers?

Overall, I appreciate that D&B Hoovers provides a robust platform for businesses to carry out market research, discover potential clients, and keep up to date with the latest industry trends. I also value the fact that it offers several contact options, including mobile phone numbers, email addresses, and access to LinkedIn profiles. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about D&B Hoovers?

I have no complaints about this platform. The response time is unmatched by other search engines I've used. I also appreciate its global reach and the inclusion of both private and public companies, which I find very useful. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Kevin Johnson of D&B Hoovers

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Thanks for the great review, Esam! We're glad to hear D&B Hoovers is helping drive your prospecting and client development. It’s great to know the platform’s global reach and contact options are adding value. We appreciate your partnership!

Harshit N.

HR Operations Manager

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

11/2/2025

"Excellent Global Mapping and Validation, But Too Much Irrelevant Prospecting Data"

4.5/5

What do you like best about D&B Hoovers?

I really appreciate the ability to map subsidiary entities and their relationships on a global scale, as well as the features that allow for verifying ownership structures to ensure compliance. Additionally, the high level of accuracy in company validation is impressive, and I enjoy using it because everything functions smoothly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about D&B Hoovers?

I dont like the overload of prospecting information that is not relevant to our role. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is D&B Hoovers solving and how is that benefiting you?

This tool is used for sales intelligence, allowing me to map detailed panoramas and utilize the AI sales assistant to refine queries and build lists of candidates or consulting firms. As a result, it has become indispensable for ensuring data accuracy and supporting talent planning. Overall, my experience with it has been excellent. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Kevin Johnson of D&B Hoovers

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Thanks for sharing your experience with D&B Hoovers, Harshit. We’re glad to hear the global mapping and validation features are supporting your compliance and planning efforts effectively.

We appreciate your feedback on prospecting data relevance—it’s helpful as we continue refining the platform to better suit different roles. Thanks again for your review and for choosing D&B!

Swen M.

Customer Success Manager

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

10/23/2025

"Unmatched Speed, Accurate Data, and Effortless Integration"

4.5/5

What do you like best about D&B Hoovers?

This platform features an extensive database, reliable data accuracy, and strong integration capabilities. The response time is unmatched by other search engines. Additionally, it provides excellent sorting options and makes it easy to discover new contacts. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about D&B Hoovers?

Overall, my experience with this product has been positive. It adapts well to our specific needs, and I find it straightforward to use, especially when creating goal lists—a feature that is particularly valuable for my purposes. So far, I have not encountered any issues or problems. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Kevin Johnson of D&B Hoovers

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Thank you for sharing your experience with D&B Hoovers, Swen. We’re thrilled to hear the speed, data accuracy, and integration capabilities have been valuable for your work, and that features like sorting and goal lists make prospecting easier.

We appreciate your feedback and your business, thanks for choosing D&B!

Manuel D.

Global Channel Manager

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

11/21/2025

"Intuitive Platform with Accurate Leads and Seamless Integration"

4.5/5

What do you like best about D&B Hoovers?

In my experience, the percentage of valid leads is quite accurate. I find it very intuitive and well-designed. Its interface is clear, which make it extremely easy to use for both our team and our partners. It requires no programming or advanced technical knowledge. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about D&B Hoovers?

We love it! It integrates perfectly with our systems and the customization options have allowed us to adapt the platform to our needs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Kevin Johnson of D&B Hoovers

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Hi Manuel,

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad to hear D&B Hoovers has been intuitive, easy to use, and helpful in improving lead and partner management. It’s great that the integration and customization options are working well for your team. Thanks again for being a customer.

Mazen A.

Director Sales, Commercial, and Account Management

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

7/30/2025

"D&B Hoovers"

4/5

What do you like best about D&B Hoovers?

Comprehensive company data – Access to millions of detailed company profiles worldwide.

Advanced search & filtering – Ability to quickly find prospects that match precise criteria.

Accurate contact information – Reliable decision-maker names, emails, and phone numbers.

Ease of use – User-friendly interface that makes prospecting faster and more efficient.

Integration options – Smooth syncing with CRM tools like Salesforce or Microsoft Dynamics.

Market insights – Real-time industry news, financials, and competitor analysis. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about D&B Hoovers?

Data accuracy gaps – Some contact info or company details can be outdated.

Cost – Subscription pricing can be high for smaller teams.

Limited coverage for certain regions or industries – Especially smaller or niche markets.

Learning curve – Advanced search and filtering can feel complex at first.

Speed – Searches or exports can sometimes be slow during peak hours.

CRM integration quirks – Occasional sync errors or missing fields when connecting to other platforms. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is D&B Hoovers solving and how is that benefiting you?

1. Problem: Finding Quality Leads

Solution: D&B Hoovers provides advanced filters and access to millions of companies and verified contacts.

Benefit: Users save time identifying the right leads and improve sales conversion rates.

2. Problem: Incomplete or Outdated Company Information

Solution: Data is continuously updated from D&B’s global Data Cloud.

Benefit: Users make better-informed decisions with trusted, up-to-date company data.

3. Problem: Lack of Market Visibility

Solution: Industry and market reports help users understand broader trends.

Benefit: Businesses can strategically position themselves and adjust go-to-market plans. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Kevin Johnson of D&B Hoovers

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Thanks so much for your detailed review, Mazen! We're thrilled to hear that the comprehensive data, advanced search capabilities, and CRM integration are helping streamline your prospecting and decision-making. We appreciate your honest feedback on areas like data accuracy and integration quirks—your insights are invaluable as we continue to improve.

Thanks again for being a part of the D&B Hoovers community—we’re committed to making your experience even better!

Arsi S.

Executive Member

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

11/2/2025

"User-Friendly and Cost-Effective Solution That Exceeds Expectations"

4.5/5

What do you like best about D&B Hoovers?

D&B Hoovers stands out for its exceptional ease of use and affordability. Its intuitive design allows users of all technical skill levels to navigate and manage collaborations effectively, without a steep learning curve. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about D&B Hoovers?

I have not encountered any issues so far. This tool assists us in generating lists for reaching out to new clients and fits our requirements seamlessly, which has helped lower both the time and financial obstacles that are usually linked to these kinds of systems. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Kevin Johnson of D&B Hoovers

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Hi Arsi, thank you for sharing your experience with D&B Hoovers. We’re thrilled to hear the platform’s ease of use and affordability have exceeded your expectations and helped streamline your outreach efforts.

We appreciate your feedback and your business—thanks for choosing D&B!

Mike P.

Competitive Intelligence Analyst.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

10/30/2025

"Boosts Productivity with CRM Integration, But Data Accuracy Needs Improvement"

4.5/5

What do you like best about D&B Hoovers?

What I appreciate most about this platform is its ability to quickly and accurately identify high-value companies and clients. Additionally, the integration with CRM systems is a crucial component, as it streamlines workflows and supports unified data management. This, in turn, leads to increased operational productivity. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about D&B Hoovers?

I have noticed that, at times, inaccurate data appears, which makes it necessary to manually verify the information. That is all I wanted to mention. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Kevin Johnson of D&B Hoovers

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Thank you for sharing your experience with D&B Hoovers, Mike! We’re glad to hear the CRM integration and prospecting capabilities have helped boost productivity and streamline workflows.

Your feedback on data accuracy is important, and we’ll continue working to improve reliability. Thanks again for your review and for choosing D&B!

Frans K.

Business Systems Analyst

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

10/13/2025

"Comprehensive Company Insights, but Needs Year-Based Filtering for New Entities"

4.5/5

What do you like best about D&B Hoovers?

I really appreciate how quickly I am able to access company information. I also value the in-depth insights provided, including comprehensive overviews of a company's assets, liabilities, SWOT analysis, competitors, and additional relevant details. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about D&B Hoovers?

I constantly use D&B Hoovers to research companies. It's been incredibly effective and fits my needs perfectly. However, it would be very helpful to have the option to filter by year to identify new companies resulting from divestitures, spin-offs, mergers, etc. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Kevin Johnson of D&B Hoovers

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Thank you for your review, Frans! We’re thrilled to hear that the layered risk scores and predictive tools like Maximum Credit Recommendation are helping you quickly assess creditworthiness and make confident decisions. Your feedback on data completeness and business identification is very helpful, we’re actively working to improve these areas. We appreciate your time and insights!