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ETF Action vs SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) 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
SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) logo

SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings)

sec.gov

PricingFree
PlatformsWeb, API
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At a glance

Platforms
ETF ActionWeb, API
SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings)Web, API
Categories
ETF Action17
SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings)11
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

SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings)

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
Category leaders
ScreenersETF Action
PortfolioETF Action
WatchlistETF Action
BacktestingETF Action
NewsSEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings)
AlertsTied
Insider DataSEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings)
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Platform details

AttributeETF ActionSEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings)
Asset types
ETFsStocks
StocksETFsMutual FundsClosed-End FundsBondsHedge FundsPrivate FundsReal EstateFunds
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica
North America
Data freshness
Real-timeEnd of Day
Real-timeEnd of Day
API access
Not specified
REST
Export formats
ExcelCSVPDF
JSONXMLPDF

Coverage overlap

Shared categories3

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) strengths8

Categories covered by SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between ETF Action and SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings)?

ETF Action focuses on ETF Overview, ETF Performance, and ETF Holdings while SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) specializes in Regulatory Filings Monitoring, IPO, and Secondary Offerings. They overlap in 3 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do ETF Action and SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) cost?

Good news—both ETF Action and SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.

Do ETF Action and SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) 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 SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings)?

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 SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) if Full‑Text Search (since 2001) with fielded filters: word/phrase, company/ticker/CIK/person, filing category/types, filed date ranges, ‘principal executive offices in’ and ‘incorporated in’., and ‘Latest Filings’ list shows filings as they are submitted (with RSS for any filter; ownership Forms 3/4/5 can be included/excluded/only). better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do ETF Action and SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) cover?

Both cover ETFs, and Stocks. SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) adds coverage for Mutual Funds, Closed-End Funds, Bonds, Hedge Funds, Private Funds, Real Estate, and Funds.

Do ETF Action and SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) 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 SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings)?

ETF Action supports data exports to Excel, CSV, and PDF. SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) has more limited export options.

Which has a better stock screener—ETF Action or SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings)?

ETF Action includes a stock screener for finding investment ideas. SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) focuses on other analytical tools.

Can I track my portfolio with ETF Action or SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings)?

ETF Action offers portfolio tracking features. SEC EDGAR - Company Filings (Full‑Text Search & Search Filings) is more focused on research and analysis.

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