VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON
Source checks: extraETF checked September 30, 2026 · YCharts checked September 24, 2026
Tool Comparison
extraETF vs YCharts
- Paid from
- —
- Free plan
- Yes
- Platforms
- Web, Mobile
Best if
- You'd rather start free and only pay if you outgrow it
- You do a lot of your research from your phone
- You want ETF screeners.
- Paid from
- $250/mo
- Free plan
- No
- Platforms
- Web, Desktop
Best if
- You want screeners, stock comparison, and data visualizations.
- You've outgrown the basics and want pro-level depth
Pick extraETF if
extraETF
Free • Paid plans available · Web · Mobile
- You'd rather start free and only pay if you outgrow it
- You do a lot of your research from your phone
- You want ETF screeners.
Pick YCharts if
YCharts
From $3000/yr · Web · Desktop
- You want screeners, stock comparison, and data visualizations.
- You've outgrown the basics and want pro-level depth
Skip both if: Neither one clicks with how you research; there are strong third options.
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Our take
The bottom line
extraETF and YCharts cover a lot of the same ground (6 shared categories, including ETF analysis, ETF comparison, and portfolio), so for the basics you won't go far wrong with either. YCharts simply does more: 20 categories to extraETF's 7, including screeners, stock comparison, and data visualizations. extraETF counters by being completely free.
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Key differences at a glance
- Free plan
- extraETF
- Free trial
- YCharts7 days
- Broader coverage
- YCharts20 vs 7 categories
- Mobile app
- extraETF
- Desktop app
- YCharts
- Beginner friendly
- extraETF
What extraETF does best
- Filter funds and ETCs traded in Germany.
- Compare fund profiles and characteristics.
- Import or manually enter holdings.
- Save securities and set price alerts.
- Investor adds reports and data exports.
What YCharts does best
- Tools for building client-ready charts, scatter plots, technical charts, economic overlays, ratios, spreads, correlations, annotations, and branded visuals.
- Comparison tools for stocks, funds, ETFs, portfolios, and models with Comp Tables, custom scoring, exports, and client-ready PDFs.
- Stock and fund screeners, dashboards, watchlists, alerts, and market-monitoring workflows for advisor and analyst research.
- Create proposals, talking points, report templates, risk profiles, custom disclosures, and firm-branded client materials.
- Portfolio Optimizer, Scenarios, Interactive Analysis, Monte Carlo workflows, stress tests, and transition tax analysis where included by tier.
Side by side
Pricing comparison
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Side by side
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Side by side
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Pricing & plans | ||
Starting price | Free • Paid plans available | From $3000/yr |
Free tier | Yes | No |
Free trial | — | 7 days |
Plan limits | 9 limits: Free: portfolios: 1, Free: watchlists: 1 +7 more | 9 limits: Analyst: additional seat annual usd: 1,500, Presenter: additional seat annual usd: 2,400 +7 more |
| Platforms & access | ||
Web app | Yes | Yes |
Desktop app | No | Yes |
Mobile app | Yes | No |
API access | No | No |
Broker sync | Yes | Yes |
Integrations | Trade Republic, Scalable Capital +4 more | Addepar, Advyzon +15 more |
| Audience & fit | ||
Experience level | Beginner, Intermediate | Intermediate, Advanced |
Best for | Index/Passive Investors and Long-term Investors | Financial Advisors, RIAs / Wealth Firms +2 more |
Categories covered | 7 | 20 |
Regions | Europe | — |
| Data & capabilities | ||
Data partners | — | 3 partners: Morningstar, S&P Global Market Intelligence +1 more |
Capabilities | Broker sync | 6 signals: Stress tests: EquityCrash, Monte Carlo +4 more |
Security | — | 4 signals: SOC2, Status page +2 more |
| Try it | Visit extraETF | Visit YCharts |
Standout features
The best features of extraETF and YCharts.ShowHide
Standout features
What extraETF does best
- Filter funds and ETCs traded in Germany.
- Compare fund profiles and characteristics.
- Import or manually enter holdings.
- Save securities and set price alerts.
- Investor adds reports and data exports.
What YCharts does best
- Tools for building client-ready charts, scatter plots, technical charts, economic overlays, ratios, spreads, correlations, annotations, and branded visuals.
- Comparison tools for stocks, funds, ETFs, portfolios, and models with Comp Tables, custom scoring, exports, and client-ready PDFs.
- Stock and fund screeners, dashboards, watchlists, alerts, and market-monitoring workflows for advisor and analyst research.
- Create proposals, talking points, report templates, risk profiles, custom disclosures, and firm-branded client materials.
- Portfolio Optimizer, Scenarios, Interactive Analysis, Monte Carlo workflows, stress tests, and transition tax analysis where included by tier.
All details
Every attribute we track for extraETF and YCharts.ShowHide
All details
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Coverage & fit | ||
Asset types | ETFsStocksMutual FundsCryptosCommodities | StocksETFsMutual FundsClosed-End FundsBondsCryptos |
Experience | BeginnerIntermediate | IntermediateAdvanced |
Target audience | Index/Passive InvestorsLong-term Investors | Financial AdvisorsRIAs / Wealth FirmsAsset ManagersAnalysts |
Regions | Europe | Not specified |
Coverage details | Identifiers: ISIN and Ticker | Identifiers: Ticker and CUSIP |
| Data | ||
Data partners | Not specified | MorningstarS&P Global Market IntelligenceMoody's |
| Access & integrations | ||
Import methods | CSVManual | CSVCustodianManual |
Integrations | Trade RepublicScalable CapitalINGConsorsbankcomdirectflatex | AddeparAdvyzonAvisoBlack DiamondBroadridge Wealth AggregationeMoneyFidelityiRebal+9 more |
Export formats | CSV | CSVExcelPDF |
| Plans & trust | ||
Security & compliance | Not specified | SOC2Status pageEncryption at restEncryption in transit |
Capability signals | Broker sync | Stress tests: EquityCrashMonte CarloPortfolio attributionCorrelationModel portfoliosClient reporting |
Vendor & support | Isarvest GmbHSupport: Email | YCharts, Inc.Country: United StatesSupport: Email, Phone, and Chat |
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Pricing
Plans, billing, free trials, and monthly prices.ShowHide
Pricing
| Tier | ||
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Freeportfolios: 1 · watchlists: 1 · +1 more | — |
| Entry paid plan | €9.99/mo“Investor”portfolios: 10 · watchlists: 10 · +1 more | $3000/yr≈ $250/mo“Analyst”additional seat annual usd: 1,500 |
| Tier 2 | €89.99/yr“Investor”portfolios: 10 · watchlists: 10 · +1 more | $6300/yr≈ $525/mo“Professional”additional seat annual usd: 3,600 |
| Tier 3 | €14.99/mo“Expert”portfolios: 50 · watchlists: 50 · +1 more | Subscription“Presenter”additional seat annual usd: 2,400 |
| Top plan | €139.99/yr“Expert”portfolios: 50 · watchlists: 50 · +1 more | — |
| Custom / enterprise | — | Contact sales“Enterprise” |
| Free trial | — | 7 days |
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Questions we keep getting
What's the difference between extraETF and YCharts?
extraETF leans toward ETF screeners, ETF analysis, and ETF comparison, while YCharts puts more weight on screeners, stock comparison, and ETF comparison. They overlap in 6 categories, so for most people it comes down to workflow preference and price.
Is extraETF or YCharts free to use?
extraETF has a free tier, so you can get started without paying anything. YCharts is paid-only. If budget matters, start with extraETF and see how far it takes you before opening your wallet.
Which is better for beginners: extraETF or YCharts?
extraETF is the friendlier place to start; its interface takes less getting used to. YCharts assumes more experience, and rewards it with deeper analytics.
Can I use extraETF or YCharts on my phone?
extraETF lists a dedicated mobile app, so it travels better. YCharts doesn't list a dedicated mobile app; its documented access is web and desktop.
Should I choose extraETF or YCharts?
It depends on what you're after. Pick extraETF if ETF screeners matter to you; go with YCharts if you'd rather have screeners and stock comparison. And if you only need the basics both share, let price decide.
What asset classes do extraETF and YCharts cover?
Both cover ETFs, stocks, mutual funds, and cryptos. extraETF also handles commodities. YCharts adds closed-end funds and bonds on top.
Can I export data from extraETF and YCharts?
Yes, both export to spreadsheets (CSV), which is handy if you like running your own numbers.
Can extraETF or YCharts connect to my broker?
Yes, both connect to brokers, so your portfolio syncs automatically instead of you keying in every trade.
Which has a better stock screener: extraETF or YCharts?
Both extraETF and YCharts 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 extraETF or YCharts?
Yes, both do portfolio tracking: holdings, performance, and allocation in one place.
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