VOL. XCIV, NO. 247

★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Tool Comparison

ETF Action vs Portfolio123 comparison

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

ETF Action logo

ETF Action

etfaction.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, API
Portfolio123 logo

Portfolio123

portfolio123.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, API, Desktop
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At a glance

Platforms
ETF ActionWeb, API
Portfolio123Web, API, Desktop
Categories
ETF Action17
Portfolio12320
Pricing details

Tool

ETF Action

$29/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial14 days

Plans & pricing

Free / BasicFree
DIY$29/mo
Advisor Pro$99/mo
EnterpriseSubscription
Model Builder$199/mo

Tool

Portfolio123

$25/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Manage (Free)Free
Retail Research Plans$25/mo
Professional / API & Data LicensesContact sales
Research TrialOne-time

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Platform details

AttributeETF ActionPortfolio123
Asset types
ETFsStocks
StocksETFsClosed-End Funds
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica
North AmericaEurope
Data freshness
Real-timeEnd of Day
Real-timeEnd of Day
API access
Not specified
REST
Export formats
ExcelCSVPDF
JSON

Coverage overlap

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between ETF Action and Portfolio123?

ETF Action focuses on ETF Overview, ETF Performance, and ETF Holdings while Portfolio123 specializes in Screeners, Data Visualizations, and Quant. They overlap in 8 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do ETF Action and Portfolio123 cost?

Good news—both ETF Action and Portfolio123 offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.

Do ETF Action and Portfolio123 have APIs?

Yes, both platforms offer API access for developers and quants who want to build custom integrations or automate their workflows.

Should I choose ETF Action or Portfolio123?

Choose ETF Action if you need Global ETF ‘Channels’ taxonomy with category reports and dashboards (Size & Style US/Global, Region & Country, Sector & Industry, Thematic, Fixed Income, Non‑Traditional, Commodities, Crypto)., and Look‑through analytics on fund holdings for factor/style, sector/industry, country, concentration; portfolio overlap analysis across funds or entire models.. Go with Portfolio123 if Web‑based quant research terminal for building multifactor ranking systems, stock/ETF screens, and complete rules‑based strategies with no programming, powered by point‑in‑time FactSet data and marketed as free of survivorship and look‑ahead bias., and Supports realistic simulations and backtests over roughly 20 years of history for US, Canadian, and European equities, with custom universes, separate buy/sell rules, position sizing, hedging, and “Book of Strategies” to combine and analyze correlated systems. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do ETF Action and Portfolio123 cover?

Both cover ETFs, and Stocks. Portfolio123 adds coverage for Closed-End Funds.

Do ETF Action and Portfolio123 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 ETF Action and Portfolio123?

ETF Action supports data exports to Excel, CSV, and PDF. Portfolio123 has more limited export options.

Can ETF Action or Portfolio123 connect to my broker?

Portfolio123 connects with brokers for portfolio syncing. ETF Action requires manual portfolio entry or data import.

Which has a better stock screener—ETF Action or Portfolio123?

Both ETF Action and Portfolio123 include stock screeners. Try each to see which filtering options and interface you prefer.

Can I track my portfolio with ETF Action or Portfolio123?

Both platforms include portfolio tracking, so you can monitor your holdings, performance, and allocation in one place.

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