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★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Tool Comparison

AlphaSense vs Calcbench comparison

Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.

AlphaSense logo

AlphaSense

alpha-sense.com

PricingSubscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile, API
Calcbench logo

Calcbench

calcbench.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Desktop, API
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At a glance

Platforms
AlphaSenseWeb, Mobile, API
CalcbenchWeb, Desktop, API
Categories
AlphaSense12
Calcbench9
Pricing details

Tool

AlphaSense

Starting price

Free tierNo
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Market IntelligenceContact sales
Enterprise IntelligenceContact sales

Tool

Calcbench

$500/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial14 days

Plans & pricing

BasicFree
Premium (Monthly)$600/mo
Premium (Annual)$6000/yr
Professional (Annual)$12000/yr
API Access / Data Syndication (Add-on)Contact sales
Academic AccessContact sales
Category leaders
ScreenersAlphaSense
WatchlistAlphaSense
NewsAlphaSense
AlertsAlphaSense
TranscriptsAlphaSense
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Platform details

AttributeAlphaSenseCalcbench
Asset types
Stocks
Stocks
Experience
IntermediateAdvanced
IntermediateAdvanced
Regions
Not specified
North America
Data freshness
Not specified
Real-time
API access
GraphQLREST
REST
Export formats
Not specified
Excel

Coverage overlap

Shared categories3

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

AlphaSense strengths9

Categories covered by AlphaSense only.

Calcbench strengths6

Categories covered by Calcbench only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between AlphaSense and Calcbench?

AlphaSense focuses on News, Alerts, and Screeners while Calcbench specializes in Financials, Improved Filings, and Diff View. They overlap in 3 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

Is AlphaSense or Calcbench free to use?

Calcbench offers a free tier that lets you get started without paying, while AlphaSense requires a subscription. If budget is a concern, start with Calcbench and upgrade later if you need more advanced features.

Can I use AlphaSense or Calcbench on my phone?

AlphaSense has a mobile app so you can check your research on the go. Calcbench is web-only, so you'll need a browser to access it from mobile devices.

Do AlphaSense and Calcbench have APIs?

Yes, both platforms offer API access for developers and quants who want to build custom integrations or automate their workflows.

Should I choose AlphaSense or Calcbench?

Choose AlphaSense if you need Generative Search: AI-assisted search that delivers fully cited insights (with source documents) ., and Deep Research: AI agent that autonomously generates research outputs / briefings by synthesizing content .. Go with Calcbench if Web-based platform for as-reported financial statements and as-filed SEC documents (10-Ks, 10-Qs, earnings press releases)., and Interactive Disclosures & Footnotes viewer: browse filings by topic/section (e.g., MD&A, Risk Factors) with pinpoint text search; compare peers/time periods; pull tables/numbers into Excel. better fits how you invest.

Does AlphaSense or Calcbench have real-time data?

Calcbench offers real-time data feeds, which is essential for active traders. AlphaSense uses delayed or end-of-day data, which works fine for longer-term investors who don't need up-to-the-second quotes.

Can I export data from AlphaSense and Calcbench?

Calcbench supports data exports to Excel. AlphaSense has more limited export options.

Which has a better stock screener—AlphaSense or Calcbench?

AlphaSense includes a stock screener for finding investment ideas. Calcbench focuses on other analytical tools.

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Curation & Accuracy

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