VOL. XCIV, NO. 247

★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Tool Comparison

ETF Insider vs Open Payments (CMS) 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
Open Payments (CMS) logo

Open Payments (CMS)

openpaymentsdata.cms.gov

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

At a glance

Platforms
ETF InsiderWeb, API
Open Payments (CMS)Web, API
Categories
ETF Insider14
Open Payments (CMS)4
Pricing details

Tool

ETF Insider

$14/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
Pro$14/mo
EnterpriseContact sales

Tool

Open Payments (CMS)

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

FreeFree

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Platform details

AttributeETF InsiderOpen Payments (CMS)
Asset types
ETFsMutual FundsStocks
Other
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North America
North America
Data freshness
Real-time
End of Day
API access
Not specified
REST
Export formats
ImagePDFExcel
CSVJSON

Coverage overlap

Shared categories3

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

Open Payments (CMS) strengths1

Categories covered by Open Payments (CMS) only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between ETF Insider and Open Payments (CMS)?

ETF Insider focuses on ETF Screeners, Screeners, and Data Visualizations while Open Payments (CMS) specializes in Data APIs, APIs & SDKs, and Data Visualizations. They overlap in 3 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do ETF Insider and Open Payments (CMS) cost?

Good news—both ETF Insider and Open Payments (CMS) offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.

Do ETF Insider and Open Payments (CMS) 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 Open Payments (CMS)?

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 Open Payments (CMS) if Three core datasets each year: General Payments, Research Payments, and Ownership/Investment Interests., and Web search/explorer with filtering and charts; program year downloads available from the portal. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do ETF Insider and Open Payments (CMS) cover?

Both cover common asset types. ETF Insider also includes ETFs, Mutual Funds, and Stocks. Open Payments (CMS) adds coverage for Other.

Does ETF Insider or Open Payments (CMS) have real-time data?

ETF Insider offers real-time data feeds, which is essential for active traders. Open Payments (CMS) 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 Insider and Open Payments (CMS)?

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

Which has a better stock screener—ETF Insider or Open Payments (CMS)?

ETF Insider includes a stock screener for finding investment ideas. Open Payments (CMS) focuses on other analytical tools.

Can I track my portfolio with ETF Insider or Open Payments (CMS)?

ETF Insider offers portfolio tracking features. Open Payments (CMS) is more focused on research and analysis.

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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.