ETF Insider adds ETF Factors, ETF Overlap, Data Visualizations, Correlation, APIs & SDKs, and Blogs coverage that Zacks (Zacks.com) skips.
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ETF Insider vs Zacks (Zacks.com) comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
Quick takeaways
Zacks (Zacks.com) includes Screeners, Watchlist, News, Calendar, Alerts, Scores, Analyst Forecasts, Analyst Price Targets, and Transcripts categories that ETF Insider omits.
ETF Insider highlights: Holdings look‑through & overlap: visualize shared constituents across funds to surface concentration risk and duplication., Correlation matrix across portfolio assets; efficient‑frontier visualization with Sharpe‑ratio context., and Sankey diagrams, drill‑downs by asset class, sector, geography and exchange; customizable visualizations..
Zacks (Zacks.com) is known for: Zacks Rank system (#1–#5) and Zacks Industry Rank shown on company pages., Style Scores across Value, Growth, and Momentum factors., and Stock, ETF, and mutual fund screeners with hundreds of filters..
Zacks (Zacks.com) offers mobile access, which ETF Insider skips.
ETF Insider
etfinsider.co
ETF & mutual fund overlap/correlation and portfolio visualization tool featuring Sankey look‑through, correlation matrices, and efficient‑frontier (Sharpe) views. Free tier allows up to 4 saved portfolios and limited full‑holdings visibility; Pro ($14/mo) unlocks unlimited portfolios, full holdings depth, and Excel export. Enterprise adds a financial data API, custom reports/visualizations, and white‑label options. Coverage explicitly includes **US‑listed ETFs & mutual funds**; equities coverage is described as **international** on pricing, but the FAQ states non‑US assets not listed in the US are not supported (current constraint). Holdings are sourced primarily from SEC EDGAR and refreshed on a quarterly cadence based on filings; data may be delayed per exchanges/providers.
Categories
Platforms
Pricing
Quick highlights
- Holdings look‑through & overlap: visualize shared constituents across funds to surface concentration risk and duplication.
- Correlation matrix across portfolio assets; efficient‑frontier visualization with Sharpe‑ratio context.
- Sankey diagrams, drill‑downs by asset class, sector, geography and exchange; customizable visualizations.
- ETF screener (filters by asset class, geography, theme, provider, sector) and performance & info panels.
- Portfolio tooling: save portfolios (4 on Free; unlimited on Pro), CSV upload (Symbol, Quantity).
Community votes (overall)
Zacks (Zacks.com)
zacks.com
Equity and fund research platform best known for the Zacks Rank system, Style Scores, and detailed earnings analysis. Free users get access to basic screeners and research pages, while Premium unlocks the full #1 Rank list, Equity Research Reports, and 45+ premium screens. The Earnings ESP filter is exclusive to Premium, and Zacks Ultimate bundles all of the firm’s private portfolios. The mobile app includes subscriber alerts and real-time ECN quotes.
Categories
Platforms
Pricing
Quick highlights
- Zacks Rank system (#1–#5) and Zacks Industry Rank shown on company pages.
- Style Scores across Value, Growth, and Momentum factors.
- Stock, ETF, and mutual fund screeners with hundreds of filters.
- Per-ticker pages with analyst forecasts, price targets, and earnings estimates.
- Unique Price-Consensus-EPS Surprise charts that map historical estimate accuracy and surprises.
Community votes (overall)
Shared focus areas
5 overlapsMutual strengths include ETF Overview, ETF Performance, and ETF Holdings plus 2 more areas.
Where they differ
ETF Insider
Distinct strengths include:
- Holdings look‑through & overlap: visualize shared constituents across funds to surface concentration risk and duplication.
- Correlation matrix across portfolio assets; efficient‑frontier visualization with Sharpe‑ratio context.
- Sankey diagrams, drill‑downs by asset class, sector, geography and exchange; customizable visualizations.
- ETF screener (filters by asset class, geography, theme, provider, sector) and performance & info panels.
Zacks (Zacks.com)
Distinct strengths include:
- Zacks Rank system (#1–#5) and Zacks Industry Rank shown on company pages.
- Style Scores across Value, Growth, and Momentum factors.
- Stock, ETF, and mutual fund screeners with hundreds of filters.
- Per-ticker pages with analyst forecasts, price targets, and earnings estimates.
Feature-by-feature breakdown
Attribute | ETF Insider | Zacks (Zacks.com) |
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Categories Which research workflows each platform targets | Shared: ETF Overview, ETF Performance, ETF Holdings, ETF Screeners, Portfolio Unique: ETF Factors, ETF Overlap, Data Visualizations, Correlation, APIs & SDKs, Blogs | Shared: ETF Overview, ETF Performance, ETF Holdings, ETF Screeners, Portfolio Unique: Screeners, Watchlist, News, Calendar, Alerts, Scores, Analyst Forecasts, Analyst Price Targets, Transcripts |
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | ETFs, Mutual Funds, Stocks | Stocks, ETFs, Mutual Funds |
Experience levels Who each product is built for | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Platforms Where you can access the product | Web, API | Web, Mobile |
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 | Yes |
Editor pick Featured inside curated shortlists | Highlighted | Standard listing |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which workflows do ETF Insider and Zacks (Zacks.com) both support?
Both platforms cover ETF Overview, ETF Performance, ETF Holdings, ETF Screeners, and Portfolio workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.
Do ETF Insider and Zacks (Zacks.com) require subscriptions?
Both ETF Insider and Zacks (Zacks.com) keep freemium access with optional paid upgrades, so you can trial each platform before committing.
Which tool has mobile access?
Zacks (Zacks.com) ships a dedicated mobile experience, while ETF Insider focuses on web or desktop access.
What unique strengths set the two platforms apart?
ETF Insider differentiates itself with Holdings look‑through & overlap: visualize shared constituents across funds to surface concentration risk and duplication., Correlation matrix across portfolio assets; efficient‑frontier visualization with Sharpe‑ratio context., and Sankey diagrams, drill‑downs by asset class, sector, geography and exchange; customizable visualizations., whereas Zacks (Zacks.com) stands out for Zacks Rank system (#1–#5) and Zacks Industry Rank shown on company pages., Style Scores across Value, Growth, and Momentum factors., and Stock, ETF, and mutual fund screeners with hundreds of filters..
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Curation & Accuracy
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