BeyondSPX adds Screeners, and AI coverage that The Motley Fool skips.
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BeyondSPX vs The Motley Fool comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
Quick takeaways
The Motley Fool includes Portfolio, Watchlist, News, Videos, and Blogs categories that BeyondSPX omits.
BeyondSPX highlights: Natural‑language discovery: “Describe what type of companies you're interested in and we'll search our database of stock analysis to find matches.”, Breadth: “analysis on 5,000+ US stocks” across the market cap spectrum; founder page highlights coverage of microcaps, nanocaps, and OTC‑traded names., and Weekly newsletter: every Monday, three under‑the‑radar themes with catalysts, data, and candidate stocks..
The Motley Fool is known for: Stock Advisor membership includes two new stock recommendations per month, currently priced at $199/year, with a 30-day refund policy., Tiered memberships expand access: Epic ($499/year) adds research and scorecards; Epic Plus ($1,999/year) includes the real-money Moneyball Portfolio with daily guidance; Fool Portfolios ($3,999/year) provides access to Tom Gardner’s live portfolios; Fool One is an all-access bundle., and Mobile apps (iOS and Android) send instant notifications for new recommendations and service updates, plus tools to track “My Portfolios” and watchlists..
The Motley Fool offers mobile access, which BeyondSPX skips.
BeyondSPX
beyondspx.com
Semantic stock‑discovery and research site focused on the U.S. equity universe. The homepage invites natural‑language queries (e.g., describe the kind of companies you want) and searches a database of company analysis. Coverage claims ‘5,000+ US stocks,’ including microcaps, nanocaps, and OTC tickers. A free, optional email rounds up three ‘under‑the‑radar’ themes each Monday with catalysts, data, and stocks. Terms emphasize that content is for information/education only (not investment advice) and designate Washington State law/jurisdiction.
Platforms
Web
Pricing
Free
Quick highlights
- Natural‑language discovery: “Describe what type of companies you're interested in and we'll search our database of stock analysis to find matches.”
- Breadth: “analysis on 5,000+ US stocks” across the market cap spectrum; founder page highlights coverage of microcaps, nanocaps, and OTC‑traded names.
- Weekly newsletter: every Monday, three under‑the‑radar themes with catalysts, data, and candidate stocks.
- Free account creation (email or Google).
- Community feedback via Discord link in footer.
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The Motley Fool
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A long-standing publisher and stock-picking service with both free content and premium memberships. The flagship Stock Advisor offers two new recommendations each month, backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee. Higher tiers add more scorecards, tools, live model portfolios, and exclusive research. Mobile apps deliver real-time alerts for new picks and portfolio updates.
Platforms
Web
Mobile
Pricing
Free
Subscription
Quick highlights
- Stock Advisor membership includes two new stock recommendations per month, currently priced at $199/year, with a 30-day refund policy.
- Tiered memberships expand access: Epic ($499/year) adds research and scorecards; Epic Plus ($1,999/year) includes the real-money Moneyball Portfolio with daily guidance; Fool Portfolios ($3,999/year) provides access to Tom Gardner’s live portfolios; Fool One is an all-access bundle.
- Mobile apps (iOS and Android) send instant notifications for new recommendations and service updates, plus tools to track “My Portfolios” and watchlists.
- Personal portfolio and watchlist features let you add tickers and monitor performance inside the platform.
- Free market news, analysis articles, and daily podcasts such as Motley Fool Money.
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Overlap
Shared focus areas
3 overlapsMutual strengths include Stock Ideas, Newsletters, and Education.
Where they differ
BeyondSPX
Distinct strengths include:
- Natural‑language discovery: “Describe what type of companies you're interested in and we'll search our database of stock analysis to find matches.”
- Breadth: “analysis on 5,000+ US stocks” across the market cap spectrum; founder page highlights coverage of microcaps, nanocaps, and OTC‑traded names.
- Weekly newsletter: every Monday, three under‑the‑radar themes with catalysts, data, and candidate stocks.
- Free account creation (email or Google).
The Motley Fool
Distinct strengths include:
- Stock Advisor membership includes two new stock recommendations per month, currently priced at $199/year, with a 30-day refund policy.
- Tiered memberships expand access: Epic ($499/year) adds research and scorecards; Epic Plus ($1,999/year) includes the real-money Moneyball Portfolio with daily guidance; Fool Portfolios ($3,999/year) provides access to Tom Gardner’s live portfolios; Fool One is an all-access bundle.
- Mobile apps (iOS and Android) send instant notifications for new recommendations and service updates, plus tools to track “My Portfolios” and watchlists.
- Personal portfolio and watchlist features let you add tickers and monitor performance inside the platform.
Feature-by-feature breakdown
| Attribute | BeyondSPX | The Motley Fool |
|---|---|---|
Categories Which research workflows each platform targets | Shared: Stock Ideas, Newsletters, Education Unique: Screeners, AI | Shared: Stock Ideas, Newsletters, Education Unique: Portfolio, Watchlist, News, Videos, Blogs |
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | Stocks | Stocks, ETFs |
Experience levels Who each product is built for | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Platforms Where you can access the product | Web | Web, Mobile |
Pricing High-level pricing models | Free | Free, Subscription |
Key features Core capabilities called out by each vendor | Unique
| Unique
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Tested Verified by hands-on testing inside Find My Moat | Not yet | Not yet |
Editor pick Featured inside curated shortlists | Standard listing | Standard listing |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which workflows do BeyondSPX and The Motley Fool both support?
Both platforms cover Stock Ideas, Newsletters, and Education workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.
Do BeyondSPX and The Motley Fool require subscriptions?
Both BeyondSPX and The Motley Fool keep freemium access with optional paid upgrades, so you can trial each platform before committing.
Which tool has mobile access?
The Motley Fool ships a dedicated mobile experience, while BeyondSPX focuses on web or desktop access.
What unique strengths set the two platforms apart?
BeyondSPX differentiates itself with Natural‑language discovery: “Describe what type of companies you're interested in and we'll search our database of stock analysis to find matches.”, Breadth: “analysis on 5,000+ US stocks” across the market cap spectrum; founder page highlights coverage of microcaps, nanocaps, and OTC‑traded names., and Weekly newsletter: every Monday, three under‑the‑radar themes with catalysts, data, and candidate stocks., whereas The Motley Fool stands out for Stock Advisor membership includes two new stock recommendations per month, currently priced at $199/year, with a 30-day refund policy., Tiered memberships expand access: Epic ($499/year) adds research and scorecards; Epic Plus ($1,999/year) includes the real-money Moneyball Portfolio with daily guidance; Fool Portfolios ($3,999/year) provides access to Tom Gardner’s live portfolios; Fool One is an all-access bundle., and Mobile apps (iOS and Android) send instant notifications for new recommendations and service updates, plus tools to track “My Portfolios” and watchlists..
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