VOL. XCIV, NO. 247

★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Tool Comparison

ETF Insider vs FactorsToday comparison

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

ETF Insider logo

ETF Insider

etfinsider.co

PricingFree, Subscription, Other
PlatformsWeb, API
Editor's pickHands-on review
FactorsToday logo

FactorsToday

factorstoday.com

PricingOther
PlatformsWeb, API
Top 50 Investing ToolsThe global ranking of the best investing tools, ranked by community votes.

At a glance

Platforms
ETF InsiderWeb, API
FactorsTodayWeb, API
Categories
ETF Insider14
FactorsToday13
Pricing details

Tool

ETF Insider

$14/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
Pro$14/mo
EnterpriseContact sales

Tool

FactorsToday

Starting price

Free tierNo
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Pricing not published

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Platform details

AttributeETF InsiderFactorsToday
Asset types
ETFsMutual FundsStocks
StocksETFsMutual FundsClosed-End Funds
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
IntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North America
Not specified
Data freshness
Real-time
Real-timeEnd of Day
API access
Not specified
REST
Export formats
ImagePDFExcel
CSVExcelJSON

Coverage overlap

Shared categories7

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

ETF Insider strengths7

Categories covered by ETF Insider only.

FactorsToday strengths6

Categories covered by FactorsToday only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between ETF Insider and FactorsToday?

ETF Insider focuses on ETF Screeners, Screeners, and Data Visualizations while FactorsToday specializes in Screeners, Quant, and Data Visualizations. They overlap in 7 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

Is ETF Insider or FactorsToday free to use?

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

Which is better for beginners—ETF Insider or FactorsToday?

ETF Insider is more beginner-friendly with an approachable interface. Both can work for intermediate users.

Do ETF Insider and FactorsToday 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 Insider or FactorsToday?

Choose ETF Insider if you need Interactive web app that visualizes portfolios from the perspective of their underlying assets using a central network diagram and portfolio/assets tabs for drill‑downs., and Supports ETFs, mutual funds and stocks as input assets, with full look‑through to all underlying holdings and tools to understand overlap, sector, geographic and market‑cap concentration.. Go with FactorsToday if Live dashboards for "Extreme Factor Moves" and "Extreme Factor Pairs" using z-scores across multiple time windows., and Factor Screener (filter by timeframe/return/direction/name) and Stock Screener (filter by stock type, factor criteria, and model-fit metrics like R^2/Adj R^2), with CSV export. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do ETF Insider and FactorsToday cover?

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

Do ETF Insider and FactorsToday 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 Insider and FactorsToday?

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

Which has a better stock screener—ETF Insider or FactorsToday?

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

Can I track my portfolio with ETF Insider or FactorsToday?

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

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Curation & Accuracy

This directory blends AI‑assisted discovery with human curation. Entries are reviewed, edited, and organized with the goal of expanding coverage and sharpening quality over time. Your feedback helps steer improvements (because no single human can capture everything all at once).

Details change. Pricing, features, and availability may be incomplete or out of date. Treat listings as a starting point and verify on the provider’s site before making decisions. If you spot an error or a gap, send a quick note and I’ll adjust.