VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★
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Sunday, January 18, 2026
Tool Comparison
Cash App vs Morningstar Investor comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
Morningstar Investor
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At a glance
| Cash App | Morningstar Investor | |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | ||
| Free trial | 7 days | |
| Starting price | — | $20.75/mo |
| Enterprise option | ||
| Available plans | Free | Investor (Monthly), Investor (Yearly) |
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Platform details
| Attribute | Cash App | Morningstar Investor |
|---|---|---|
Asset types | StocksETFsCryptos | StocksETFsMutual FundsClosed-End FundsFunds |
Experience | BeginnerIntermediate | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced |
Regions | North America | Not specified |
Data freshness | Not specified | Not specified |
API access | Not specified | Not specified |
Export formats | PDF | Not specified |
Coverage overlap
Categories covered by Morningstar Investor only.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between Cash App and Morningstar Investor?
Cash App focuses on Brokerage, Portfolio, and Downloadable Tax Reports while Morningstar Investor specializes in Stock Ideas, Screeners, and Stock Comparison. They overlap in 1 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.
How much do Cash App and Morningstar Investor cost?
Good news—both Cash App and Morningstar Investor offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.
Which is better for beginners—Cash App or Morningstar Investor?
Both platforms target experienced investors. If you're just starting out, expect a learning curve with either option.
Should I choose Cash App or Morningstar Investor?
Choose Cash App if you need Commission-free stock and ETF trading with fractional shares; investing starts at $1., and Coverage includes more than 1,800 U.S. stocks and ETFs.. Go with Morningstar Investor if Screeners: create your own screens using 200+ unique data points; save custom views for portfolios, watchlists, and screeners., and Investment discovery: pre‑filtered investment lists plus the ability to find/compare securities using valuation and performance metrics (described as spanning global company & share‑class data). better fits how you invest.
What asset classes do Cash App and Morningstar Investor cover?
Both cover Stocks, and ETFs. Cash App also includes Cryptos. Morningstar Investor adds coverage for Mutual Funds, Closed-End Funds, and Funds.
Which has a better stock screener—Cash App or Morningstar Investor?
Morningstar Investor includes a stock screener for finding investment ideas. Cash App focuses on other analytical tools.
Can I track my portfolio with Cash App or Morningstar Investor?
Both platforms include portfolio tracking, so you can monitor your holdings, performance, and allocation in one place.
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This directory blends AI‑assisted discovery with human curation. Entries are reviewed, edited, and organized with the goal of expanding coverage and sharpening quality over time. Your feedback helps steer improvements (because no single human can capture everything all at once).
Details change. Pricing, features, and availability may be incomplete or out of date. Treat listings as a starting point and verify on the provider’s site before making decisions. If you spot an error or a gap, send a quick note and I’ll adjust.