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★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Sunday, January 18, 2026

Tool Comparison

FINVIZ vs Firefly III comparison

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

FINVIZ logo

FINVIZ

finviz.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb
Editor's pickHands-on review
Firefly III logo

Firefly III

firefly-iii.org

PricingFree
PlatformsWeb, API
Top 50 Investing ToolsThe global ranking of the best investing tools, ranked by community votes.

At a glance

Platforms
FINVIZWeb
Firefly IIIWeb, API
Categories
FINVIZ21
Firefly III4
Pricing details
FINVIZFirefly III
Free tier
Free trial7 days
Starting price$24.96/mo
Enterprise option
Available plansFree, Elite (Monthly), Elite (Annual)Free

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FINVIZFirefly III

Platform details

AttributeFINVIZFirefly III
Asset types
StocksETFsOptions
Other
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North America
Not specified
Data freshness
15-min DelayedReal-time
Not specified
API access
Not specified
REST
Export formats
Excel
CSV

Coverage overlap

Shared categories2

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between FINVIZ and Firefly III?

FINVIZ focuses on Screeners, ETF Screeners, and Stock Comparison while Firefly III specializes in Portfolio, APIs & SDKs, and Webhooks. They overlap in 2 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do FINVIZ and Firefly III cost?

Good news—both FINVIZ and Firefly III offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.

Does FINVIZ or Firefly III have an API?

Firefly III provides API access for programmatic data retrieval and custom integrations. FINVIZ doesn't currently offer an API, so you'll need to use their web interface.

Should I choose FINVIZ or Firefly III?

Choose FINVIZ if you need Stock screener combining fundamental + technical filters with multiple result views (e.g., table/charts/snapshots) and configurable presets., and Maps (heat maps) and groups/sector views; Elite includes real-time Maps/Groups data (Free is delayed).. Go with Firefly III if Self-hosted open-source personal finance manager (AGPLv3 license)., and Supports double-entry bookkeeping with budgets, categories, tags, and detailed reporting. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do FINVIZ and Firefly III cover?

Both cover common asset types. FINVIZ also includes Stocks, ETFs, and Options. Firefly III adds coverage for Other.

Does FINVIZ or Firefly III have real-time data?

FINVIZ offers real-time data feeds, which is essential for active traders. Firefly III uses delayed or end-of-day data, which works fine for longer-term investors who don't need up-to-the-second quotes.

Can I export data from FINVIZ and Firefly III?

Both platforms let you export data to spreadsheets (). This is useful for custom analysis or record-keeping.

Is FINVIZ or Firefly III better for day trading?

FINVIZ is built with active traders in mind, offering features like real-time data and technical analysis. Firefly III is better suited for buy-and-hold investors focused on fundamentals.

Which has a better stock screener—FINVIZ or Firefly III?

FINVIZ includes a stock screener for finding investment ideas. Firefly III focuses on other analytical tools.

Can I track my portfolio with FINVIZ or Firefly III?

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

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