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Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Tool Comparison

Barron's vs Simply Safe Dividends comparison

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

Barron's logo

Barron's

barrons.com

PricingSubscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile
Simply Safe Dividends logo

Simply Safe Dividends

simplysafedividends.com

PricingSubscription
PlatformsWeb
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At a glance

Platforms
Barron'sWeb, Mobile
Simply Safe DividendsWeb
Categories
Barron's9
Simply Safe Dividends11
Pricing details

Tool

Barron's

Starting price

Free tierNo
Free trial

Plans & pricing

DigitalSubscription
Print + DigitalSubscription
Digital Bundle (Barron's + WSJ + MarketWatch)Subscription

Tool

Simply Safe Dividends

$39/mo

Starting price

Free tierNo
Free trial14 days

Plans & pricing

Annual$39/mo
Category leaders
Stock IdeasBarron's
PortfolioSimply Safe Dividends
NewsBarron's
AlertsTied
DividendsSimply Safe Dividends
FinancialsSimply Safe Dividends
Browse the #1 tool in 90+ categories

Vote sentiment comparison

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Platform details

AttributeBarron'sSimply Safe Dividends
Asset types
StocksETFsMutual FundsFundsBondsCommoditiesCurrenciesCryptos
StocksClosed-End FundsETFsBonds
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAm
North America
Data freshness
Real-time
Real-timeEnd of Day
API access
Not specifiedNot specified
Export formats
Not specified
CSV

Coverage overlap

Shared categories5

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

Barron's strengths4

Categories covered by Barron's only.

Simply Safe Dividends strengths6

Categories covered by Simply Safe Dividends only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between Barron's and Simply Safe Dividends?

Barron's focuses on News, Alerts, and Newsletters while Simply Safe Dividends specializes in Portfolio, Watchlist, and Alerts. They overlap in 5 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do Barron's and Simply Safe Dividends cost?

Both platforms require a paid subscription to access their full feature set. Compare the pricing details above to find the best value for your needs.

Can I use Barron's or Simply Safe Dividends on my phone?

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

Should I choose Barron's or Simply Safe Dividends?

Choose Barron's if you need In-depth financial news, investing analysis and commentary., and Market Data Center for stock market news, stock price information and quote trends (notes that index quotes may be real-time or delayed).. Go with Simply Safe Dividends if Dividend Safety Scores™ (0–100) with labeled buckets (Very Unsafe → Very Safe) and a maintained, real‑time track record of dividend cuts avoided., and Portfolio tracker with broker syncing or manual/CSV import; near real‑time price updates; export of portfolio/table data. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do Barron's and Simply Safe Dividends cover?

Both cover Stocks, ETFs, and Bonds. Barron's also includes Mutual Funds, Funds, Commodities, Currencies, and Cryptos. Simply Safe Dividends adds coverage for Closed-End Funds.

Do Barron's and Simply Safe Dividends 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 Barron's and Simply Safe Dividends?

Simply Safe Dividends supports data exports to CSV. Barron's has more limited export options.

Which has a better stock screener—Barron's or Simply Safe Dividends?

Both Barron's and Simply Safe Dividends include stock screeners. Try each to see which filtering options and interface you prefer.

Can I track my portfolio with Barron's or Simply Safe Dividends?

Simply Safe Dividends offers portfolio tracking features. Barron's is more focused on research and analysis.

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