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★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Saturday, January 31, 2026

Tool Comparison

AlphaSense vs QuickFS 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
QuickFS logo

QuickFS

quickfs.net

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, API, Desktop
Top 50 Investing ToolsThe global ranking of the best investing tools, ranked by community votes.

At a glance

Platforms
AlphaSenseWeb, Mobile, API
QuickFSWeb, API, Desktop
Categories
AlphaSense12
QuickFS5
Pricing details
AlphaSenseQuickFS
Free tier
Free trial
Starting price$29/mo
Enterprise option
Available plansMarket Intelligence, Enterprise IntelligenceFree, Premium (Monthly), Premium (Annual)
Category leaders
ScreenersAlphaSense
WatchlistAlphaSense
NewsAlphaSense
AlertsAlphaSense
TranscriptsAlphaSense
Browse the #1 tool in 90+ categories

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Platform details

AttributeAlphaSenseQuickFS
Asset types
Stocks
Stocks
Experience
IntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
Not specified
North AmericaEuropeAPAC
Data freshness
Not specified
End of Day
API access
GraphQLREST
REST
Export formats
Not specified
CSVExcelJSON

Coverage overlap

Shared categories4

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

AlphaSense strengths8

Categories covered by AlphaSense only.

QuickFS strengths1

Categories covered by QuickFS only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between AlphaSense and QuickFS?

AlphaSense focuses on News, Alerts, and Screeners while QuickFS specializes in Financials, Data Visualizations, and Data APIs. They overlap in 4 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

Is AlphaSense or QuickFS free to use?

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

Which is better for beginners—AlphaSense or QuickFS?

QuickFS is more beginner-friendly with an approachable interface. Both can work for intermediate users.

Can I use AlphaSense or QuickFS on my phone?

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

Do AlphaSense and QuickFS 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 QuickFS?

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 QuickFS if 20‑year history for 200+ standardized metrics and statements across 40,000+ international stocks., and Excel add‑in with =QFS("ticker","metric","period") to pull data directly into models (Mac/Windows/Excel Online). better fits how you invest.

Can I export data from AlphaSense and QuickFS?

QuickFS supports data exports to CSV, Excel, and JSON. AlphaSense has more limited export options.

Which has a better stock screener—AlphaSense or QuickFS?

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

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