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Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Tool Comparison

DATAROMA vs SEC API (sec-api.io) comparison

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

DATAROMA logo

DATAROMA

dataroma.com

PricingFree
PlatformsWeb
Hands-on review
SEC API (sec-api.io) logo

SEC API (sec-api.io)

sec-api.io

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, API
Editor's pickHands-on review
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At a glance

Platforms
DATAROMAWeb
SEC API (sec-api.io)Web, API
Categories
DATAROMA5
SEC API (sec-api.io)9
Pricing details

Tool

DATAROMA

Starting price

Free tierNo
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Pricing not published

Tool

SEC API (sec-api.io)

$55/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Free TierFree
Personal & Startups$55/mo
Business (Internal Use)$239/mo
Enterprise & InstitutionsSubscription
Category leaders
Stock IdeasDATAROMA
FinancialsSEC API (sec-api.io)
Browse the #1 tool in 90+ categories

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Platform details

AttributeDATAROMASEC API (sec-api.io)
Asset types
StocksETFs
StocksETFsMutual FundsFunds
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North America
North America
Data freshness
Not specified
Real-time
API access
Not specified
RESTWebSocket
Export formats
Not specified
JSONPDF

Coverage overlap

Shared categories2

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

DATAROMA strengths3

Categories covered by DATAROMA only.

SEC API (sec-api.io) strengths7

Categories covered by SEC API (sec-api.io) only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between DATAROMA and SEC API (sec-api.io)?

DATAROMA focuses on Stock Ideas, Investor Holdings, and 13F while SEC API (sec-api.io) specializes in Data APIs, Regulatory Filings Monitoring, and Insider Data. They overlap in 2 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do DATAROMA and SEC API (sec-api.io) cost?

Good news—both DATAROMA and SEC API (sec-api.io) offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.

Does DATAROMA or SEC API (sec-api.io) have an API?

SEC API (sec-api.io) provides API access for programmatic data retrieval and custom integrations. DATAROMA doesn't currently offer an API, so you'll need to use their web interface.

Should I choose DATAROMA or SEC API (sec-api.io)?

Choose DATAROMA if you need Homepage states it is “currently tracking portfolios” of superinvestors (count shown on-page and may change over time) and highlights recent activity / insider buys of superinvestor holdings., and Superinvestor holdings pages list positions with % of portfolio, activity (e.g., Add/Reduce), shares, reported price, current price, and 52‑week low/high.. Go with SEC API (sec-api.io) if Comprehensive API endpoints: query, full-text search, real-time streaming via WebSocket, download/PDF generator, XBRL-to-JSON conversion, and section extractors for 10-K/10-Q/8-K filings., and Specialized form coverage including ADV, insider filings (Forms 3/4/5), 13F, 13D/G, Form 144, IPO registrations (S-1, 424B4), crowdfunding (Form C, Form D), Reg A filings, and fund reports (N-PORT, N-PX, N-CEN). better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do DATAROMA and SEC API (sec-api.io) cover?

Both cover Stocks, and ETFs. SEC API (sec-api.io) adds coverage for Mutual Funds, and Funds.

Does DATAROMA or SEC API (sec-api.io) have real-time data?

SEC API (sec-api.io) offers real-time data feeds, which is essential for active traders. DATAROMA 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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