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Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Tool Comparison

Dividend Watch vs Total Real Returns comparison

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

Dividend Watch logo

Dividend Watch

dividend.watch

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb
Editor's pickHands-on review
Total Real Returns logo

Total Real Returns

totalrealreturns.com

PricingFree
PlatformsWeb
Top 50 Investing ToolsThe global ranking of the best investing tools, ranked by community votes.

At a glance

Platforms
Dividend WatchWeb
Total Real ReturnsWeb
Categories
Dividend Watch16
Total Real Returns2
Pricing details

Tool

Dividend Watch

$6/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial7 days

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
Premium$72/yr
Pro$99/yr

Tool

Total Real Returns

Starting price

Free tierNo
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Pricing not published

Category leaders
ScreenersDividend Watch
Stock IdeasDividend Watch
PortfolioDividend Watch
WatchlistDividend Watch
NewsDividend Watch
DividendsDividend Watch
FinancialsDividend Watch
Browse the #1 tool in 90+ categories

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Platform details

AttributeDividend WatchTotal Real Returns
Asset types
StocksETFs
StocksETFsMutual FundsCurrencies
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediate
Regions
North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAm
Not specified
Data freshness
End of Day
End of Day
API access
Not specifiedNot specified
Export formats
CSV
Not specified

Coverage overlap

Shared categories1

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

Total Real Returns strengths1

Categories covered by Total Real Returns only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between Dividend Watch and Total Real Returns?

Dividend Watch focuses on Portfolio, Watchlist, and Dividends while Total Real Returns specializes in Data Visualizations, and Risk Metrics. They overlap in 1 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do Dividend Watch and Total Real Returns cost?

Good news—both Dividend Watch and Total Real Returns offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.

Which is better for beginners—Dividend Watch or Total Real Returns?

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

Should I choose Dividend Watch or Total Real Returns?

Choose Dividend Watch if you need Simple web-based tracker that shows past, current, and future dividend income for each holding and portfolio, helping long-term investors see exactly what their portfolio is paying them., and Dividend & DRIP reinvestment tracking: mark dividends as reinvested and instantly see the impact on portfolio income, yield on cost, and value without maintaining spreadsheets.. Go with Total Real Returns if CPI-U inflation-adjusted "Total Real Return" charts with dividends reinvested (purchasing-power view)., and Toggle inflation adjustment on/off (real vs. nominal dollars) on chart pages. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do Dividend Watch and Total Real Returns cover?

Both cover Stocks, and ETFs. Total Real Returns adds coverage for Mutual Funds, and Currencies.

Can I export data from Dividend Watch and Total Real Returns?

Dividend Watch supports data exports to CSV. Total Real Returns has more limited export options.

Which has a better stock screener—Dividend Watch or Total Real Returns?

Dividend Watch includes a stock screener for finding investment ideas. Total Real Returns focuses on other analytical tools.

Can I track my portfolio with Dividend Watch or Total Real Returns?

Dividend Watch offers portfolio tracking features. Total Real Returns is more focused on research and analysis.

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