VOL. XCIV, NO. 247

★ FINANCIAL TOOLS & SERVICES DIRECTORY ★

PRICE: 5 CENTS

Saturday, November 1, 2025

Tool Comparison

ETF Action vs RetailRoadshow comparison

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

Quick takeaways

ETF Action adds ETF Overview, ETF Performance, ETF Holdings, ETF Fundamentals, ETF Valuation, ETF Factors, ETF Overlap, Screeners, Data Visualizations, Portfolio, Watchlist, Backtesting, 13F, Data APIs, Alerts, and Blogs coverage that RetailRoadshow skips.

RetailRoadshow includes IPO, and Secondary Offerings categories that ETF Action omits.

In depth comparison

ETF Action

etfaction.com

Independent ETF analytics platform for advisors and asset managers. Offers global ETF classification, look‑through holdings analytics, overlap analysis, flows/volumes with T+1 flow timing, live quotes (FMV) via Polygon.io, model portfolio tools, 13F screening (Advisor Pro), and enterprise options including API access. DIY/Advisor Pro plans emphasize self‑service research and Excel/CSV downloads; Enterprise adds collaboration, custom dashboards, and API. A separate Model Builder plan enables model uploads and ‘Bridge’ trading integration. API details are not publicly documented—confirm endpoints and auth with vendor.

Platforms

WebAPI

Pricing

FreeSubscription

Quick highlights

Global ETF ‘Channels’ taxonomy with category reports and dashboards (Size & Style US/Global, Region & Country, Sector & Industry, Thematic, Fixed Income, Non‑Traditional, Commodities, Crypto).
Look‑through analytics on fund holdings for factor/style, sector/industry, country, concentration; portfolio overlap analysis across funds or entire models.
Flows & trading dashboards (volumes/ADV); flows noted as T+1 timing in daily updates.
Live pricing on platform pages via Polygon.io FMV quotes (real‑time-ish indicative).
Screeners for ETFs; watchlists; data exports to Excel/CSV (DIY 50 rows, Advisor Pro 500 rows).

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RetailRoadshow

retailroadshow.com

SEC‑compliant portal for viewing ‘retail’ electronic roadshows—video presentations from issuer executives during registered offerings (primarily IPOs; can include other registered follow‑ons). Hosted and operated by NetRoadshow; access typically requires a simple registration and occasionally an entry code supplied by the bank. Prospectus materials are linked alongside the presentation.

Platforms

Web

Pricing

Free

Quick highlights

US SEC‑compliant electronic roadshow platform purpose‑built for individual investors seeking information about registered public offerings.
Streams recorded ‘retail’ versions of roadshow presentations from issuing companies’ management teams.
Listing hub of live/active presentations; availability varies over time (periodically none active).
Simple registration flow to view a specific presentation; some deals may require an entry code distributed by the syndicate.
Prospectus for the offering is accessible on the presentation page and may be printed.

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Where they differ

ETF Action

Distinct strengths include:

ETF Overview ETF Performance ETF Holdings ETF Fundamentals ETF Valuation ETF Factors ETF Overlap Screeners

Global ETF ‘Channels’ taxonomy with category reports and dashboards (Size & Style US/Global, Region & Country, Sector & Industry, Thematic, Fixed Income, Non‑Traditional, Commodities, Crypto).
Look‑through analytics on fund holdings for factor/style, sector/industry, country, concentration; portfolio overlap analysis across funds or entire models.
Flows & trading dashboards (volumes/ADV); flows noted as T+1 timing in daily updates.
Live pricing on platform pages via Polygon.io FMV quotes (real‑time-ish indicative).

RetailRoadshow

Distinct strengths include:

IPO Secondary Offerings

US SEC‑compliant electronic roadshow platform purpose‑built for individual investors seeking information about registered public offerings.
Streams recorded ‘retail’ versions of roadshow presentations from issuing companies’ management teams.
Listing hub of live/active presentations; availability varies over time (periodically none active).
Simple registration flow to view a specific presentation; some deals may require an entry code distributed by the syndicate.

Feature-by-feature breakdown

Attribute	ETF Action	RetailRoadshow
Categories Which research workflows each platform targets	Shared: Videos Unique: ETF Overview, ETF Performance, ETF Holdings, ETF Fundamentals, ETF Valuation, ETF Factors, ETF Overlap, Screeners, Data Visualizations, Portfolio, Watchlist, Backtesting, 13F, Data APIs, Alerts, Blogs	Shared: Videos Unique: IPO, Secondary Offerings
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes	ETFs, Stocks	Stocks
Experience levels Who each product is built for	Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced	Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Platforms Where you can access the product	Web, API	Web
Pricing High-level pricing models	Free, Subscription	Free
Key features Core capabilities called out by each vendor	Unique Global ETF ‘Channels’ taxonomy with category reports and dashboards (Size & Style US/Global, Region & Country, Sector & Industry, Thematic, Fixed Income, Non‑Traditional, Commodities, Crypto). Look‑through analytics on fund holdings for factor/style, sector/industry, country, concentration; portfolio overlap analysis across funds or entire models. Flows & trading dashboards (volumes/ADV); flows noted as T+1 timing in daily updates. Live pricing on platform pages via Polygon.io FMV quotes (real‑time-ish indicative). Screeners for ETFs; watchlists; data exports to Excel/CSV (DIY 50 rows, Advisor Pro 500 rows). Model portfolio creation & back‑testing; private model marketplaces for advisors/strategists.	Unique US SEC‑compliant electronic roadshow platform purpose‑built for individual investors seeking information about registered public offerings. Streams recorded ‘retail’ versions of roadshow presentations from issuing companies’ management teams. Listing hub of live/active presentations; availability varies over time (periodically none active). Simple registration flow to view a specific presentation; some deals may require an entry code distributed by the syndicate. Prospectus for the offering is accessible on the presentation page and may be printed. Backed by NetRoadshow’s capital‑markets infrastructure, compliance program, and 24×7 support.
Tested Verified by hands-on testing inside Find My Moat	Not yet	Not yet
Editor pick Featured inside curated shortlists	Standard listing	Standard listing

Frequently Asked Questions

Which workflows do ETF Action and RetailRoadshow both support?

Both platforms cover Videos workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.

Do ETF Action and RetailRoadshow require subscriptions?

Both ETF Action and RetailRoadshow keep freemium access with optional paid upgrades, so you can trial each platform before committing.

How can you access ETF Action and RetailRoadshow?

Both ETF Action and RetailRoadshow prioritize web or desktop access. Investors wanting a mobile-first workflow may need to rely on responsive web views.

What unique strengths set the two platforms apart?

ETF Action differentiates itself with Global ETF ‘Channels’ taxonomy with category reports and dashboards (Size & Style US/Global, Region & Country, Sector & Industry, Thematic, Fixed Income, Non‑Traditional, Commodities, Crypto)., Look‑through analytics on fund holdings for factor/style, sector/industry, country, concentration; portfolio overlap analysis across funds or entire models., and Flows & trading dashboards (volumes/ADV); flows noted as T+1 timing in daily updates., whereas RetailRoadshow stands out for US SEC‑compliant electronic roadshow platform purpose‑built for individual investors seeking information about registered public offerings., Streams recorded ‘retail’ versions of roadshow presentations from issuing companies’ management teams., and Listing hub of live/active presentations; availability varies over time (periodically none active)..

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