Fintel adds 13D/13G, Which ETF includes this Stock?, Improved Filings, Alerts, Data APIs, Dark Pool & Off-Exchange, and Dividend coverage that Nasdaq.com skips.
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Fintel vs Nasdaq.com comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
Quick takeaways
Nasdaq.com includes Calendar, Dividends, Splits, IPO, Financials, ETF Overview, Analyst Forecasts, Analyst Price Targets, and Analyst Recommendations categories that Fintel omits.
Fintel highlights: Official short-interest data sourced from NASDAQ and NYSE on individual ticker pages., Off-exchange and dark pool short volume reported from FINRA feeds., and Comprehensive ownership tracking including 13F, 13D/G, NPORT filings, ETF and mutual fund holders, plus UK disclosure data..
Nasdaq.com is known for: Real-time U.S. quotes with continuously updating bid/ask via Nasdaq Basic, with data credited to Nasdaq Data Link., Built-in screeners for stocks, ETFs, and mutual funds with filterable metrics., and Options chains enhanced with Greeks such as Delta, Gamma, and Vega..
Nasdaq.com offers mobile access, which Fintel skips.
Fintel
fintel.io
Platform for ownership, filings, short interest, and options sentiment with broad global coverage. Plans range from Free through Bronze, Silver, and Gold, with premium features like the Workbench, Portfolio Builder, and custom quant models reserved for higher tiers. Real-time options flow, unusual options activity, and Excel export are available on paid plans. Broker account linking is supported via Plaid (U.S. only).
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Quick highlights
- Official short-interest data sourced from NASDAQ and NYSE on individual ticker pages.
- Off-exchange and dark pool short volume reported from FINRA feeds.
- Comprehensive ownership tracking including 13F, 13D/G, NPORT filings, ETF and mutual fund holders, plus UK disclosure data.
- Dedicated “Which ETF holds this stock?” pages showing ETF-level exposure by ticker.
- Insider trading data from Forms 3, 4, and 5, with real-time alerts and identification of 10b5-1 trading plans.
Community votes (overall)
Nasdaq.com
nasdaq.com
Nasdaq’s official portal for quotes, news, filings, calendars, and investor tools. Free users can access watchlists, portfolios, and market data, while premium Smart Portfolio (powered by TipRanks) adds broker syncing and advanced analytics. U.S. quotes stream in real time via Nasdaq Basic/NLS, though extended-hours data is typically shown with a 15-minute delay.
Categories
Platforms
Pricing
Quick highlights
- Real-time U.S. quotes with continuously updating bid/ask via Nasdaq Basic, with data credited to Nasdaq Data Link.
- Built-in screeners for stocks, ETFs, and mutual funds with filterable metrics.
- Options chains enhanced with Greeks such as Delta, Gamma, and Vega.
- Dedicated pages for short interest, insider transactions, and institutional holdings (13F).
- Comprehensive calendars covering dividends, earnings, IPOs, and economic events.
Community votes (overall)
Shared focus areas
9 overlapsMutual strengths include Short Interest, Insider Data, and 13F plus 6 more areas.
Where they differ
Fintel
Distinct strengths include:
- Official short-interest data sourced from NASDAQ and NYSE on individual ticker pages.
- Off-exchange and dark pool short volume reported from FINRA feeds.
- Comprehensive ownership tracking including 13F, 13D/G, NPORT filings, ETF and mutual fund holders, plus UK disclosure data.
- Dedicated “Which ETF holds this stock?” pages showing ETF-level exposure by ticker.
Nasdaq.com
Distinct strengths include:
- Real-time U.S. quotes with continuously updating bid/ask via Nasdaq Basic, with data credited to Nasdaq Data Link.
- Built-in screeners for stocks, ETFs, and mutual funds with filterable metrics.
- Options chains enhanced with Greeks such as Delta, Gamma, and Vega.
- Dedicated pages for short interest, insider transactions, and institutional holdings (13F).
Feature-by-feature breakdown
Attribute | Fintel | Nasdaq.com |
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Categories Which research workflows each platform targets | Shared: Short Interest, Insider Data, 13F, ETF Holdings, Screeners, Options, Portfolio, Watchlist, News Unique: 13D/13G, Which ETF includes this Stock?, Improved Filings, Alerts, Data APIs, Dark Pool & Off-Exchange, Dividend | Shared: Short Interest, Insider Data, 13F, ETF Holdings, Screeners, Options, Portfolio, Watchlist, News Unique: Calendar, Dividends, Splits, IPO, Financials, ETF Overview, Analyst Forecasts, Analyst Price Targets, Analyst Recommendations |
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | Stocks, ETFs, Mutual Funds, Options, Bonds | Stocks, ETFs, Mutual Funds, Options, Cryptos, Currencies |
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
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Tested Verified by hands-on testing inside Find My Moat | Not yet | Yes |
Editor pick Featured inside curated shortlists | Standard listing | Standard listing |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which workflows do Fintel and Nasdaq.com both support?
Both platforms cover Short Interest, Insider Data, 13F, ETF Holdings, Screeners, Options, Portfolio, Watchlist, and News workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.
Do Fintel and Nasdaq.com require subscriptions?
Both Fintel and Nasdaq.com keep freemium access with optional paid upgrades, so you can trial each platform before committing.
Which tool has mobile access?
Nasdaq.com ships a dedicated mobile experience, while Fintel focuses on web or desktop access.
What unique strengths set the two platforms apart?
Fintel differentiates itself with Official short-interest data sourced from NASDAQ and NYSE on individual ticker pages., Off-exchange and dark pool short volume reported from FINRA feeds., and Comprehensive ownership tracking including 13F, 13D/G, NPORT filings, ETF and mutual fund holders, plus UK disclosure data., whereas Nasdaq.com stands out for Real-time U.S. quotes with continuously updating bid/ask via Nasdaq Basic, with data credited to Nasdaq Data Link., Built-in screeners for stocks, ETFs, and mutual funds with filterable metrics., and Options chains enhanced with Greeks such as Delta, Gamma, and Vega..
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