CapEdge adds Improved Filings, Diff View, Filing Sentiment, Transcripts, Institutional Data, 13D/13G, Which ETF includes this Stock?, Calendar, IPO, and Secondary Offerings coverage that FINVIZ skips.
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Head-to-head
CapEdge vs FINVIZ comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
Quick takeaways
FINVIZ includes Screeners, Data Visualizations, Portfolio, Watchlist, Backtesting, Data APIs, ETF Overview, ETF Holdings, Short Interest, and Options categories that CapEdge omits.
CapEdge highlights: Advanced EDGAR and transcript search with Boolean, phrase, and proximity operators., Near real-time filing alerts (about one minute) via email for saved searches and favorite tickers; bulk CSV upload supported., and Earnings transcript catalog updated hourly, with results downloadable to CSV..
FINVIZ is known for: Coverage focused on U.S. equities (NYSE, Nasdaq, Amex). Free data delayed 15–20 minutes; Elite adds real-time plus pre- and after-hours trading sessions., Stock screener supports both fundamental and technical filters. Elite expands functionality with 20+ additional filters and raises saved presets from 50 to 200., and Visualization tools include Heat Maps and Groups, with real-time updates for Elite users..
CapEdge
capedge.com
A free research platform for US markets that combines filings, transcripts, ownership dashboards, IPO tracking, and ETF exposure tools. Users can set up near real-time filing alerts, search with advanced operators, and export results to CSV/Excel. CapEdge also connects to Deal Roadshow for access to IPO roadshows. There’s no public API; all functionality is delivered through the web app.
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Pricing
Quick highlights
- Advanced EDGAR and transcript search with Boolean, phrase, and proximity operators.
- Near real-time filing alerts (about one minute) via email for saved searches and favorite tickers; bulk CSV upload supported.
- Earnings transcript catalog updated hourly, with results downloadable to CSV.
- IPO calendar with coverage of S-1, F-1, and S-11 filings, plus access to retail roadshows via Deal Roadshow.
- Ownership dashboards tracking 13F holdings, 13D/13G activist positions, and Form 144 insider sales, with export to CSV or Excel.
Community votes (overall)
FINVIZ
finviz.com
A popular stock screener and charting platform best known for its heat maps, visualization tools, and simple interface. The Free tier is ad-supported with delayed U.S. market data, while FINVIZ Elite unlocks real-time quotes (including pre- and after-hours), intraday chart layouts, backtesting, ETF full-holdings, exports and APIs, alerts, and larger portfolio/watchlist limits. Coverage is U.S. equities only. Elite includes a 7-day free trial with no credit card required.
Categories
Platforms
Pricing
Quick highlights
- Coverage focused on U.S. equities (NYSE, Nasdaq, Amex). Free data delayed 15–20 minutes; Elite adds real-time plus pre- and after-hours trading sessions.
- Stock screener supports both fundamental and technical filters. Elite expands functionality with 20+ additional filters and raises saved presets from 50 to 200.
- Visualization tools include Heat Maps and Groups, with real-time updates for Elite users.
- Portfolio and watchlist management with email and push alerts for price changes, news, ratings, insider activity, and SEC filings. Elite increases limits to 100 portfolios and 500 tickers per portfolio.
- ETF research with full holdings breakdown, plus structural and performance metrics (Elite only).
Community votes (overall)
Shared focus areas
5 overlapsMutual strengths include Insider Data, 13F, and News plus 2 more areas.
Where they differ
CapEdge
Distinct strengths include:
- Advanced EDGAR and transcript search with Boolean, phrase, and proximity operators.
- Near real-time filing alerts (about one minute) via email for saved searches and favorite tickers; bulk CSV upload supported.
- Earnings transcript catalog updated hourly, with results downloadable to CSV.
- IPO calendar with coverage of S-1, F-1, and S-11 filings, plus access to retail roadshows via Deal Roadshow.
FINVIZ
Distinct strengths include:
- Coverage focused on U.S. equities (NYSE, Nasdaq, Amex). Free data delayed 15–20 minutes; Elite adds real-time plus pre- and after-hours trading sessions.
- Stock screener supports both fundamental and technical filters. Elite expands functionality with 20+ additional filters and raises saved presets from 50 to 200.
- Visualization tools include Heat Maps and Groups, with real-time updates for Elite users.
- Portfolio and watchlist management with email and push alerts for price changes, news, ratings, insider activity, and SEC filings. Elite increases limits to 100 portfolios and 500 tickers per portfolio.
Feature-by-feature breakdown
Attribute | CapEdge | FINVIZ |
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Categories Which research workflows each platform targets | Shared: Insider Data, 13F, News, Alerts, Financials Unique: Improved Filings, Diff View, Filing Sentiment, Transcripts, Institutional Data, 13D/13G, Which ETF includes this Stock?, Calendar, IPO, Secondary Offerings | Shared: Insider Data, 13F, News, Alerts, Financials Unique: Screeners, Data Visualizations, Portfolio, Watchlist, Backtesting, Data APIs, ETF Overview, ETF Holdings, Short Interest, Options |
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | Stocks, ETFs | Stocks, ETFs, Options, Futures, Currencies, Cryptos |
Experience levels Who each product is built for | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Platforms Where you can access the product | Web | Web, API |
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 | Yes | Yes |
Editor pick Featured inside curated shortlists | Highlighted | Highlighted |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which workflows do CapEdge and FINVIZ both support?
Both platforms cover Insider Data, 13F, News, Alerts, and Financials workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.
Do CapEdge and FINVIZ require subscriptions?
Both CapEdge and FINVIZ keep freemium access with optional paid upgrades, so you can trial each platform before committing.
How can you access CapEdge and FINVIZ?
Both CapEdge and FINVIZ prioritize web or desktop access. Investors wanting a mobile-first workflow may need to rely on responsive web views.
What unique strengths set the two platforms apart?
CapEdge differentiates itself with Advanced EDGAR and transcript search with Boolean, phrase, and proximity operators., Near real-time filing alerts (about one minute) via email for saved searches and favorite tickers; bulk CSV upload supported., and Earnings transcript catalog updated hourly, with results downloadable to CSV., whereas FINVIZ stands out for Coverage focused on U.S. equities (NYSE, Nasdaq, Amex). Free data delayed 15–20 minutes; Elite adds real-time plus pre- and after-hours trading sessions., Stock screener supports both fundamental and technical filters. Elite expands functionality with 20+ additional filters and raises saved presets from 50 to 200., and Visualization tools include Heat Maps and Groups, with real-time updates for Elite users..
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