VOL. XCIV, NO. 247

★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Tool Comparison

CEO.CA vs Quicken (Simplifi & Classic) comparison

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

CEO.CA logo

CEO.CA

ceo.ca

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile
Quicken (Simplifi & Classic) logo

Quicken (Simplifi & Classic)

quicken.com

PricingSubscription
PlatformsDesktop, Web, Mobile
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At a glance

Platforms
CEO.CAWeb, Mobile
Quicken (Simplifi & Classic)Desktop, Web, Mobile
Categories
CEO.CA8
Quicken (Simplifi & Classic)9
Pricing details

Tool

CEO.CA

$50/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
Pro – CSE$50/mo
Pro – CSE + TSXV$80/mo
Pro – CSE + TSXV + TSX$116/mo

Tool

Quicken (Simplifi & Classic)

Starting price

Free tierNo
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Quicken SimplifiSubscription
Quicken Classic DeluxeSubscription
Quicken Classic PremierSubscription
Quicken Classic Business & PersonalSubscription
Category leaders
PortfolioQuicken (Simplifi & Classic)
NewsTied
AlertsTied
FinancialsQuicken (Simplifi & Classic)
Browse the #1 tool in 90+ categories

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Platform details

AttributeCEO.CAQuicken (Simplifi & Classic)
Asset types
StocksETFs
StocksETFsMutual FundsBondsCryptosFunds
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediate
Regions
North America
North America
Data freshness
StreamingReal-timeEnd of Day
Real-timeEnd of Day
API access
Not specifiedNot specified
Export formats
Not specified
CSVExcel

Coverage overlap

Shared categories3

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

CEO.CA strengths5

Categories covered by CEO.CA only.

Quicken (Simplifi & Classic) strengths6

Categories covered by Quicken (Simplifi & Classic) only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between CEO.CA and Quicken (Simplifi & Classic)?

CEO.CA focuses on Order Book / Level II, News, and Alerts while Quicken (Simplifi & Classic) specializes in Portfolio, Watchlist, and Tax Lots / Lot Optimization. They overlap in 3 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

Is CEO.CA or Quicken (Simplifi & Classic) free to use?

CEO.CA offers a free tier that lets you get started without paying, while Quicken (Simplifi & Classic) requires a subscription. If budget is a concern, start with CEO.CA and upgrade later if you need more advanced features.

Which is better for beginners—CEO.CA or Quicken (Simplifi & Classic)?

Both platforms target experienced investors. If you're just starting out, expect a learning curve with either option.

Should I choose CEO.CA or Quicken (Simplifi & Classic)?

Choose CEO.CA if you need Interactive Level II (Market by Price / Market by Order) with animated bids/asks & color-coded recency., and House positions (daily & historical) and ATS depth (15-min delayed).. Go with Quicken (Simplifi & Classic) if Aggregates virtually all major investment account types (401(k), IRAs, brokerage, 403(b), other retirement accounts, and taxable brokerage) from 14,000+ financial institutions into a single portfolio view showing holdings, balances, performance, and retirement savings across all accounts (Simplifi & Classic)., and Simplifi investments dashboard calculates both Time-Weighted Return (TWR) and Internal Rate of Return (IRR) across accounts, updates values with real-time market prices, and provides a curated news feed based on your specific holdings. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do CEO.CA and Quicken (Simplifi & Classic) cover?

Both cover Stocks, and ETFs. Quicken (Simplifi & Classic) adds coverage for Mutual Funds, Bonds, Cryptos, and Funds.

Do CEO.CA and Quicken (Simplifi & Classic) 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 CEO.CA and Quicken (Simplifi & Classic)?

Quicken (Simplifi & Classic) supports data exports to CSV, and Excel. CEO.CA has more limited export options.

Can I track my portfolio with CEO.CA or Quicken (Simplifi & Classic)?

Quicken (Simplifi & Classic) offers portfolio tracking features. CEO.CA is more focused on research and analysis.

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