Axial / DealNexus vs DealsByTed
Deal marketplaces connect buyers with brokered deal flow. But marketplace deals are by definition not proprietary. Every buyer on the platform sees the same opportunities.
Feature-by-Feature
| Feature | Axial / DealNexus | DealsByTed |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Deal marketplace connecting buyers and brokers | AI-powered off-market sourcing agent |
| Deal origin | Brokered and marketed deals | Off-market, proprietary targets never listed on platforms |
| Competition per deal | 15-50+ buyers see each listing | Targets exclusive to your pipeline |
| Typical multiples | 6-9x EBITDA (competitive auction dynamics) | 4-6x EBITDA (no competitive pressure) |
| Pipeline control | Dependent on what brokers list | Driven by your thesis — you define the pipeline |
| Thesis matching | Category-level matching (industry, size) | Granular thesis scoring (20+ criteria) |
| Seller engagement | Through broker intermediary | Direct contact information for owners |
Where Axial / DealNexus Wins
Deal readiness
Marketplace listings are from sellers who have actively engaged a broker. They are further along in the transaction process and have prepared financials.
Broker relationships
Platforms facilitate relationships with brokers who may bring you future deal flow beyond the marketplace.
Process structure
Brokered deals come with a defined process: CIM, management meetings, LOI deadlines. Less ambiguity for the buyer.
Where DealsByTed Wins
Proprietary deal flow
Marketplace deals are seen by every buyer on the platform. Ted finds companies that no other buyer has contacted.
Lower multiples
Off-market deals typically trade at 2-3x lower multiples than brokered processes due to absence of competitive bidding.
Pipeline volume and consistency
Marketplaces deliver deal flow based on what brokers list. Ted delivers based on your thesis, continuously.
Direct access
No broker intermediary. Direct contact with the business owner from the first conversation.
Cost Comparison
Axial / DealNexus
DealsByTed
Choose Axial / DealNexus If...
- You want to see brokered deals from sellers who are actively in a sale process
- You prefer working through broker intermediaries with defined deal processes
- You are building broker relationships for long-term deal flow
Choose DealsByTed If...
- You want proprietary deal flow that your competitors do not see
- You are disciplined on valuation and need off-market multiples to hit return targets
- You want a thesis-driven pipeline rather than depending on what brokers happen to list
- You prefer direct relationships with owners rather than broker-mediated processes
See the difference for yourself.
Schedule a call and we will walk through your specific thesis.