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★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Tool Comparison

CatalystWire vs FOIAsearch comparison

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

CatalystWire logo

CatalystWire

catalystwire.co

PricingSubscription
PlatformsWeb
FOIAsearch logo

FOIAsearch

foiasearch.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb
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At a glance

Platforms
CatalystWireWeb
FOIAsearchWeb
Categories
CatalystWire4
FOIAsearch4
Pricing details

Tool

CatalystWire

Starting price

Free tierNo
Free trial

Plans & pricing

SubscriptionSubscription

Tool

FOIAsearch

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Free (Search)Free
Portfolio AlertsSubscription
IR WatchSubscription
Prominent Reporter AlertsSubscription
Category leaders
WatchlistFOIAsearch
NewsCatalystWire
AlertsTied
Browse the #1 tool in 90+ categories

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Platform details

AttributeCatalystWireFOIAsearch
Asset types
Stocks
Stocks
Experience
IntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
Europe
North America
Data freshness
Real-timeStreaming
End of Day
API access
Not specifiedNot specified
Export formats
Not specifiedNot specified

Coverage overlap

Shared categories2

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

CatalystWire strengths2

Categories covered by CatalystWire only.

FOIAsearch strengths2

Categories covered by FOIAsearch only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between CatalystWire and FOIAsearch?

CatalystWire focuses on News, Regulatory Filings Monitoring, and Alerts while FOIAsearch specializes in Alerts, Regulatory Filings Monitoring, and Watchlist. They overlap in 2 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

Is CatalystWire or FOIAsearch free to use?

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

Which is better for beginners—CatalystWire or FOIAsearch?

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

Should I choose CatalystWire or FOIAsearch?

Choose CatalystWire if you need Real-time RNS announcement scanner with AI-powered semantic search., and Signup page messaging: “Scan thousands of RNS for catalysts and get instant alerts.”. Go with FOIAsearch if Unified search of SEC FOIA Logs with lists for ‘All Requests’ and ‘B7A Exempt Requests’., and ‘Protect My Portfolio’ email alerts on FOIA activity tied to saved companies/tickers. better fits how you invest.

Does CatalystWire or FOIAsearch have real-time data?

CatalystWire offers real-time data feeds, which is essential for active traders. FOIAsearch uses delayed or end-of-day data, which works fine for longer-term investors who don't need up-to-the-second quotes.

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