VOL. XCIV, NO. 247

★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Tool Comparison

BamSEC vs SecForm4.Com comparison

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

BamSEC logo

BamSEC

bamsec.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb
Editor's pickHands-on review
SecForm4.Com logo

SecForm4.Com

secform4.com

PricingSubscription
PlatformsWeb
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At a glance

Platforms
BamSECWeb
SecForm4.ComWeb
Categories
BamSEC16
SecForm4.Com11
Pricing details

Tool

BamSEC

$69/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial7 days

Plans & pricing

Free (Browse Filings)Free
Pro$69/mo
EnterpriseContact sales

Tool

SecForm4.Com

$44.95/mo

Starting price

Free tierNo
Free trial7 days

Plans & pricing

Insider Advanced$44.95/mo
Insider Pro$49.95/mo

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Platform details

AttributeBamSECSecForm4.Com
Asset types
StocksFunds
StocksOptionsBonds
Experience
IntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North America
North America
Data freshness
Real-time
Real-time
API access
Not specifiedNot specified
Export formats
ExcelPDF
CSV

Coverage overlap

Shared categories6

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between BamSEC and SecForm4.Com?

BamSEC focuses on Screeners, Stock Ideas, and Improved Filings while SecForm4.Com specializes in Insider Data, 13D/13G, and 13F. They overlap in 6 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

Is BamSEC or SecForm4.Com free to use?

BamSEC offers a free tier that lets you get started without paying, while SecForm4.Com requires a subscription. If budget is a concern, start with BamSEC and upgrade later if you need more advanced features.

Which is better for beginners—BamSEC or SecForm4.Com?

SecForm4.Com is more beginner-friendly with an approachable interface. Both can work for intermediate users.

Should I choose BamSEC or SecForm4.Com?

Choose BamSEC if you need Specialized web platform for working with SEC filings and earnings transcripts, marketed as making “financial research easier” for thousands of subscribers including major investment banks and buy-side firms., and Covers all SEC filings submitted electronically via EDGAR from 1994 onward in their original, unmodified form, with new filings typically processed within a minute or two of being filed (and by end of day for confidential filings that later become public). Browsing filings does not require a subscription, but premium features are limited to active subscribers.. Go with SecForm4.Com if Real-time insider trading tracker with watchlists (“Insider Watch”) and email alerts. Advanced users can track up to 100; Pro removes the cap., and Insider Trading Screener to filter by role, sector, or time window. Available only on Pro; free/non-subscribers see data delayed by six months. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do BamSEC and SecForm4.Com cover?

Both cover Stocks. BamSEC also includes Funds. SecForm4.Com adds coverage for Options, and Bonds.

Do BamSEC and SecForm4.Com offer real-time data?

Yes, both platforms provide real-time market data. This makes either suitable for active trading strategies where timing matters.

Can I export data from BamSEC and SecForm4.Com?

Both platforms let you export data to spreadsheets (). This is useful for custom analysis or record-keeping.

Which has a better stock screener—BamSEC or SecForm4.Com?

Both BamSEC and SecForm4.Com include stock screeners. Try each to see which filtering options and interface you prefer.

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Curation & Accuracy

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