VOL. XCIV, NO. 247

★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Tool Comparison

ETF Action vs StockFetcher 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
StockFetcher logo

StockFetcher

stockfetcher.com

PricingSubscription, One-time
PlatformsWeb
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At a glance

Platforms
ETF ActionWeb, API
StockFetcherWeb
Categories
ETF Action17
StockFetcher4
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

StockFetcher

$8.95/mo

Starting price

Free tierNo
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Standard (Monthly)$8.95/mo
Standard (Quarterly)Subscription
Advanced (Monthly)$16.95/mo
Advanced (Quarterly)Subscription
Standard (One-time 6-month)One-time
Standard (One-time 1-year)One-time
Advanced (One-time 6-month)One-time
Advanced (One-time 1-year)One-time

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Platform details

AttributeETF ActionStockFetcher
Asset types
ETFsStocks
Stocks
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica
North America
Data freshness
Real-timeEnd of Day
15-min DelayedEnd of Day
API access
Not specifiedNot specified
Export formats
ExcelCSVPDF
CSV

Coverage overlap

Shared categories4

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

StockFetcher strengths0

Categories covered by StockFetcher only.

No unique categories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between ETF Action and StockFetcher?

ETF Action focuses on ETF Overview, ETF Performance, and ETF Holdings while StockFetcher specializes in Screeners, Watchlist, and Data Visualizations. They overlap in 4 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

Is ETF Action or StockFetcher free to use?

ETF Action offers a free tier that lets you get started without paying, while StockFetcher requires a subscription. If budget is a concern, start with ETF Action and upgrade later if you need more advanced features.

Does ETF Action or StockFetcher have an API?

ETF Action provides API access for programmatic data retrieval and custom integrations. StockFetcher doesn't currently offer an API, so you'll need to use their web interface.

Should I choose ETF Action or StockFetcher?

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 StockFetcher if Filter stocks using a plain-English, text-based query language built on 125+ technical indicators., and Two plan levels: Standard and Advanced. Standard includes up to 100 saved filters and watchlists; Advanced expands to 250 each, larger symbol lists, bigger CSV exports, and advanced filter support. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do ETF Action and StockFetcher cover?

Both cover Stocks. ETF Action also includes ETFs.

Does ETF Action or StockFetcher have real-time data?

ETF Action offers real-time data feeds, which is essential for active traders. StockFetcher uses delayed or end-of-day data, which works fine for longer-term investors who don't need up-to-the-second quotes.

Can I export data from ETF Action and StockFetcher?

Both platforms let you export data to spreadsheets (CSV). This is useful for custom analysis or record-keeping.

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

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

Can I track my portfolio with ETF Action or StockFetcher?

ETF Action offers portfolio tracking features. StockFetcher is more focused on research and analysis.

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