ETF Database (ETFdb) adds ETF Overview, ETF Performance, ETF Fundamentals, ETF Holdings, ETF Valuation, and Money Flow coverage that MacroMicro skips.
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ETF Database (ETFdb) vs MacroMicro comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
Quick takeaways
MacroMicro includes Data Visualizations, Calendar, GDP, Inflation Rates, Interest Rates, PMI / ISM, Consumer Sentiment, Commitment of Traders (COT), 13F, Backtesting, Correlation, Data APIs, Transcripts, AI Chat, and AI Earnings Summary categories that ETF Database (ETFdb) omits.
ETF Database (ETFdb) highlights: Advanced ETF Screener with filters across expenses, dividends, liquidity, returns, ESG, fund flows, risk, holdings, taxes, and technical factors, covering 2,000+ ETFs., CSV export of screener results and tables is available to Pro subscribers., and Realtime Ratings system that grades ETFs on liquidity, expenses, performance, volatility, dividends, and concentration, with one A+ per category..
MacroMicro is known for: Global macro and market database with more than 40 million data points across 100+ countries and coverage of 48+ asset fundamentals., ETF toolkit includes a screener, comparator, and reverse lookup to see which ETFs include a given stock., and Toolbox features include 20 arithmetic operators, 8 analytical templates, correlation charts, and basic quantitative backtesting..
ETF Database (ETFdb)
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Hands-on review
ETFdb is a web-based research platform covering the U.S. ETF universe. A free account allows access to the screener and basic tools, while the Pro plan ($199/year, 14-day trial) unlocks CSV exports, full holdings, extended fund-flow horizons, ESG fields, and proprietary Realtime Ratings. Market data is provided with a 15-minute delay via Barchart, and ESG metrics come from MSCI.
Categories
Platforms
Web
Pricing
Free
Subscription
Quick highlights
- Advanced ETF Screener with filters across expenses, dividends, liquidity, returns, ESG, fund flows, risk, holdings, taxes, and technical factors, covering 2,000+ ETFs.
- CSV export of screener results and tables is available to Pro subscribers.
- Realtime Ratings system that grades ETFs on liquidity, expenses, performance, volatility, dividends, and concentration, with one A+ per category.
- Fund flow analytics with horizons ranging from 1 week to 5 years, available through Pro Data.
- Integrated ESG metrics from MSCI, with the Pro plan unlocking all 77 ESG fields.
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MacroMicro
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Global macro and market analytics platform with data visualizations, ETF tools, backtesting, and AI-powered earnings summaries. Data downloads are gated to Business plans, while API access is offered as a separate annual plan (API Essential). Annual subscribers also get calendar sync and watermark-free chart exports for commercial use.
Categories
Platforms
Web
API
Pricing
Free
Subscription
Quick highlights
- Global macro and market database with more than 40 million data points across 100+ countries and coverage of 48+ asset fundamentals.
- ETF toolkit includes a screener, comparator, and reverse lookup to see which ETFs include a given stock.
- Toolbox features include 20 arithmetic operators, 8 analytical templates, correlation charts, and basic quantitative backtesting.
- Economic Calendar with Google/Apple Calendar sync (available to annual-plan subscribers).
- U.S. Earnings Database with AI-powered call summaries, available in Max and Business tiers.
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Overlap
Shared focus areas
4 overlapsMutual strengths include ETF Screeners, ETF Comparison, and Which ETF includes this Stock? plus 1 more area.
Where they differ
ETF Database (ETFdb)
Distinct strengths include:
- Advanced ETF Screener with filters across expenses, dividends, liquidity, returns, ESG, fund flows, risk, holdings, taxes, and technical factors, covering 2,000+ ETFs.
- CSV export of screener results and tables is available to Pro subscribers.
- Realtime Ratings system that grades ETFs on liquidity, expenses, performance, volatility, dividends, and concentration, with one A+ per category.
- Fund flow analytics with horizons ranging from 1 week to 5 years, available through Pro Data.
MacroMicro
Distinct strengths include:
Data Visualizations
Calendar
GDP
Inflation Rates
Interest Rates
PMI / ISM
Consumer Sentiment
Commitment of Traders (COT)
- Global macro and market database with more than 40 million data points across 100+ countries and coverage of 48+ asset fundamentals.
- ETF toolkit includes a screener, comparator, and reverse lookup to see which ETFs include a given stock.
- Toolbox features include 20 arithmetic operators, 8 analytical templates, correlation charts, and basic quantitative backtesting.
- Economic Calendar with Google/Apple Calendar sync (available to annual-plan subscribers).
Feature-by-feature breakdown
| Attribute | ETF Database (ETFdb) | MacroMicro |
|---|---|---|
Categories Which research workflows each platform targets | Shared: ETF Screeners, ETF Comparison, Which ETF includes this Stock?, Watchlist Unique: ETF Overview, ETF Performance, ETF Fundamentals, ETF Holdings, ETF Valuation, Money Flow | Shared: ETF Screeners, ETF Comparison, Which ETF includes this Stock?, Watchlist Unique: Data Visualizations, Calendar, GDP, Inflation Rates, Interest Rates, PMI / ISM, Consumer Sentiment, Commitment of Traders (COT), 13F, Backtesting, Correlation, Data APIs, Transcripts, AI Chat, AI Earnings Summary |
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | ETFs | Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, Commodities, Currencies, Cryptos |
Experience levels Who each product is built for | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Platforms Where you can access the product | Web | Web, API |
Pricing High-level pricing models | Free, Subscription | Free, Subscription |
Key features Core capabilities called out by each vendor | Unique
| Unique
|
Tested Verified by hands-on testing inside Find My Moat | Yes | Not yet |
Editor pick Featured inside curated shortlists | Standard listing | Standard listing |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which workflows do ETF Database (ETFdb) and MacroMicro both support?
Both platforms cover ETF Screeners, ETF Comparison, Which ETF includes this Stock?, and Watchlist workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.
Do ETF Database (ETFdb) and MacroMicro require subscriptions?
Both ETF Database (ETFdb) and MacroMicro keep freemium access with optional paid upgrades, so you can trial each platform before committing.
How can you access ETF Database (ETFdb) and MacroMicro?
Both ETF Database (ETFdb) and MacroMicro 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 Database (ETFdb) differentiates itself with Advanced ETF Screener with filters across expenses, dividends, liquidity, returns, ESG, fund flows, risk, holdings, taxes, and technical factors, covering 2,000+ ETFs., CSV export of screener results and tables is available to Pro subscribers., and Realtime Ratings system that grades ETFs on liquidity, expenses, performance, volatility, dividends, and concentration, with one A+ per category., whereas MacroMicro stands out for Global macro and market database with more than 40 million data points across 100+ countries and coverage of 48+ asset fundamentals., ETF toolkit includes a screener, comparator, and reverse lookup to see which ETFs include a given stock., and Toolbox features include 20 arithmetic operators, 8 analytical templates, correlation charts, and basic quantitative backtesting..
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