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Saturday, January 17, 2026

Tool Comparison

Fintel vs Zacks (Zacks.com) comparison

Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.

Fintel logo

Fintel

fintel.io

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, API
Zacks (Zacks.com) logo

Zacks (Zacks.com)

zacks.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile
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At a glance

Platforms
FintelWeb, API
Zacks (Zacks.com)Web, Mobile
Categories
Fintel16
Zacks (Zacks.com)14
Pricing details
FintelZacks (Zacks.com)
Free tier
Free trial30 days
Starting price
Enterprise option
Available plansFree, Bronze, Silver, GoldFree, Premium, Ultimate, Investor Collection

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FintelZacks (Zacks.com)

Platform details

AttributeFintelZacks (Zacks.com)
Asset types
StocksETFsMutual FundsOptionsBonds
StocksETFsMutual Funds
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North AmericaEuropeAPACMiddle East
North AmericaEurope
Data freshness
Real-timeEnd of Day
Real-timeEnd of Day
API access
REST
Not specified
Export formats
Excel
Not specified

Coverage overlap

Shared categories6

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between Fintel and Zacks (Zacks.com)?

Fintel focuses on Short Interest, Insider Data, and 13F while Zacks (Zacks.com) specializes in Screeners, ETF Screeners, and Watchlist. They overlap in 6 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do Fintel and Zacks (Zacks.com) cost?

Good news—both Fintel and Zacks (Zacks.com) offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.

Can I use Fintel or Zacks (Zacks.com) on my phone?

Zacks (Zacks.com) has a mobile app so you can check your research on the go. Fintel is web-only, so you'll need a browser to access it from mobile devices.

Does Fintel or Zacks (Zacks.com) have an API?

Fintel provides API access for programmatic data retrieval and custom integrations. Zacks (Zacks.com) doesn't currently offer an API, so you'll need to use their web interface.

Should I choose Fintel or Zacks (Zacks.com)?

Choose Fintel if you need Official short-interest data sourced from NASDAQ and NYSE on individual ticker pages., and Off-exchange and dark pool short volume reported from FINRA feeds.. Go with Zacks (Zacks.com) if Zacks Rank system (#1–#5) and Zacks Industry Rank shown on company pages., and Style Scores across Value, Growth, and Momentum factors. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do Fintel and Zacks (Zacks.com) cover?

Both cover Stocks, ETFs, and Mutual Funds. Fintel also includes Options, and Bonds.

Do Fintel and Zacks (Zacks.com) offer real-time data?

Yes, both platforms provide real-time market data. This makes either suitable for active trading strategies where timing matters.

Can I export data from Fintel and Zacks (Zacks.com)?

Fintel supports data exports to Excel. Zacks (Zacks.com) has more limited export options.

Which has a better stock screener—Fintel or Zacks (Zacks.com)?

Both Fintel and Zacks (Zacks.com) include stock screeners. Try each to see which filtering options and interface you prefer.

Can I track my portfolio with Fintel or Zacks (Zacks.com)?

Both platforms include portfolio tracking, so you can monitor your holdings, performance, and allocation in one place.

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