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VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
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Tool Comparison
ETFdb ETF Screener vs Zacks (Zacks.com)
Pick ETFdb ETF Screener if
ETFdb ETF Screener
Free • From $199/yr · Web
- You want the cheaper way in: plans start at $16.58/mo instead of $20.75/mo
- You care about dividends, money flow, and ESG ratings, things Zacks (Zacks.com) doesn't offer
Pick Zacks (Zacks.com) if
Zacks (Zacks.com)
Free • From $20.75/mo · Web · Mobile
- Delayed quotes won't cut it; you need real-time data
- You do a lot of your research from your phone
- You care about screeners, watchlist, and portfolio, things ETFdb ETF Screener doesn't offer
Skip both if: Neither one clicks with how you research; there are strong third options.
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Our take
The bottom line
ETFdb ETF Screener and Zacks (Zacks.com) cover a lot of the same ground (3 shared categories, ETF screeners, ETF analysis, and scores), so for the basics you won't go far wrong with either. Zacks (Zacks.com) simply does more: 12 categories to ETFdb ETF Screener's 7, including screeners, watchlist, and portfolio, plus a mobile app. ETFdb ETF Screener counters by starting cheaper at $16.58/mo.
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Key differences at a glance
- Cheaper paid plan
- ETFdb ETF Screener$16.58/mo vs $20.75/mo
- Broader coverage
- Zacks (Zacks.com)12 vs 7 categories
- Mobile app
- Zacks (Zacks.com)
- Real-time data
- Zacks (Zacks.com)
- Global coverage
- Zacks (Zacks.com)
- Free plan
- Both
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How they stack up
The side-by-side table: pricing, platforms, data, and coverage at a glance.ShowHide
How they stack up
The side-by-side table: pricing, platforms, data, and coverage at a glance.| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Pricing & plans | ||
Starting price | Free • From $199/yr | Free • From $20.75/mo |
Free tier | Yes | Yes |
Free trial | 14 days | 30 days |
Plan limits | — | 4 limits: Premium Annual: annual price usd: 249, Ultimate Monthly: trial promo: $1 for 30 days shown on current product page +2 more |
| Platforms & access | ||
Web app | Yes | Yes |
Mobile app | No | Yes |
API access | No | No |
Broker sync | — | No |
| Audience & fit | ||
Experience level | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Best for | Retail Traders, Pro Retail +2 more | — |
Categories covered | 7 | 12 |
Regions | North America | North America, Europe |
| Data & capabilities | ||
Data quality | — | 3 signals: Latency: Real-time and End of Day, Granularity: EOD +1 more |
Capabilities | Universe builder | Factors: Value, Momentum, and Growth |
| Try it | Visit ETFdb ETF Screener | Visit Zacks (Zacks.com) |
Where each one shines
What ETFdb ETF Screener and Zacks (Zacks.com) each do best.ShowHide
Where each one shines
What ETFdb ETF Screener and Zacks (Zacks.com) each do best.What ETFdb ETF Screener does best
- Screen U.S.-listed ETFs and ETPs by asset class, region, structure, expenses, liquidity, inception date, returns, flows, risk, ESG, and holdings concentration.
- Switch result views across Overview, Returns, Fund Flows, Expenses, ESG, Dividends, Risk, Holdings, Taxes, Technicals, Analysis, and Realtime Ratings.
- Use ESG fields such as ESG Score, peer and global percentiles, carbon intensity, and other sustainability metrics where available.
- Review risk and technical metrics such as standard deviation, beta, volatility windows, Bollinger bands, RSI, and related indicators.
- Use dividend filters and metrics including annual dividend rate, dividend yield, dividend date, dividend frequency, and Dividend Rating.
What Zacks (Zacks.com) does best
- Use the Zacks Rank system from #1 to #5 and Zacks Industry Rank on company pages to frame earnings-revision-driven research.
- Compare Value, Growth, and Momentum Style Scores alongside the rank when screening or reviewing individual stocks.
- Screen stocks, ETFs, and mutual funds with hundreds of filters, with 45+ Premium Screens gated behind paid access.
- Open ticker pages with analyst forecasts, earnings estimates, price targets, company research, and related market context.
- Review Price-Consensus-EPS Surprise charts that connect historical estimates, actual earnings, and surprise patterns.
Every detail we compared
Every tracked attribute for ETFdb ETF Screener and Zacks (Zacks.com), side by side.ShowHide
Every detail we compared
Every tracked attribute for ETFdb ETF Screener and Zacks (Zacks.com), side by side.| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Coverage & fit | ||
Asset types | ETFsOther | StocksETFsMutual Funds |
Experience | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced |
Target audience | Retail TradersPro RetailFinancial AdvisorsAnalysts | Not specified |
Regions | North America | North AmericaEurope |
Coverage details | Countries: USIdentifiers: Ticker | Identifiers: Ticker |
| Data | ||
Data freshness | Not specified | Real-timeEnd of Day |
Data granularity | Not specified | EOD |
| Access & integrations | ||
Import methods | Not specified | Manual |
Export formats | CSV | Not specified |
| Plans & trust | ||
Capability signals | Universe builder | Factors: Value, Momentum, and Growth |
Vendor & support | ETF Database (ETFdb.com)Founded 2009Support: Email | Zacks Investment Research |
Curation ratings | Not specified | Methodology 3/5Reliability 4/5UX 4/5 |
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What you'll actually pay
Plans, billing, trials, and per-month pricing for both tools.ShowHide
What you'll actually pay
Plans, billing, trials, and per-month pricing for both tools.| Tier | ||
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Free | Free |
| Entry paid plan | $199/yr≈ $16.58/mo“ETF Database Pro (Annual)” | $20.75/mo“Premium Annual”annual price usd: 249 |
| Tier 2 | $19/mo“ETF Database Pro (Monthly)” | $41.25/mo“Investor Collection Annual” |
| Tier 3 | — | $59/mo“Investor Collection Monthly” |
| Tier 4 | — | $249.58/mo“Ultimate Annual”annual price usd: 2,995 · trial promo: $1 for 30 days shown on current product page |
| Top plan | — | $299/mo“Ultimate Monthly”trial promo: $1 for 30 days shown on current product page |
| Free trial | 14 days | 30 days |
Questions we keep getting
What's the difference between ETFdb ETF Screener and Zacks (Zacks.com)?
ETFdb ETF Screener leans toward ETF screeners, ETF analysis, and dividends, while Zacks (Zacks.com) puts more weight on screeners, ETF screeners, and watchlist. They overlap in 3 categories, so for most people it comes down to workflow preference and price.
How much do ETFdb ETF Screener and Zacks (Zacks.com) cost?
Good news: both ETFdb ETF Screener and Zacks (Zacks.com) have free plans, so you can run them side by side and only pay if you hit a wall.
Can I use ETFdb ETF Screener or Zacks (Zacks.com) on my phone?
Zacks (Zacks.com) lists a dedicated mobile app, so it travels better. ETFdb ETF Screener doesn't list a dedicated mobile app; its documented access is web.
Should I choose ETFdb ETF Screener or Zacks (Zacks.com)?
It depends on what you're after. Pick ETFdb ETF Screener if dividends and money flow matter to you; go with Zacks (Zacks.com) if you'd rather have screeners and watchlist. And if you only need the basics both share, let price decide.
What asset classes do ETFdb ETF Screener and Zacks (Zacks.com) cover?
Both cover ETFs. ETFdb ETF Screener also handles other. Zacks (Zacks.com) adds stocks and mutual funds on top.
Does ETFdb ETF Screener or Zacks (Zacks.com) have real-time data?
Zacks (Zacks.com) offers real-time data, which matters if you trade actively. ETFdb ETF Screener runs on delayed or end-of-day data, which is perfectly fine for longer-term investors who don't live and die by the tick.
Which covers international markets: ETFdb ETF Screener or Zacks (Zacks.com)?
Zacks (Zacks.com) has documented international coverage (North America and Europe), so it's the safer bet if you hold non-US stocks. ETFdb ETF Screener is more region-specific, mainly North America.
Can I export data from ETFdb ETF Screener and Zacks (Zacks.com)?
ETFdb ETF Screener exports to CSV. Zacks (Zacks.com) is stingier about getting data out.
Which has a better stock screener: ETFdb ETF Screener or Zacks (Zacks.com)?
Both ETFdb ETF Screener and Zacks (Zacks.com) include stock screeners, and they differ more in interface than raw power; try both and see which one clicks for you.
Can I track my portfolio with ETFdb ETF Screener or Zacks (Zacks.com)?
Zacks (Zacks.com) handles portfolio tracking. ETFdb ETF Screener is really a research tool; you'd track your portfolio elsewhere.
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