VOL. XCIV, NO. 247

★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Tool Comparison

FINVIZ vs ORTEX 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
ORTEX logo

ORTEX

public.ortex.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile, API
Hands-on review
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At a glance

Platforms
FINVIZWeb
ORTEXWeb, Mobile, API
Categories
FINVIZ21
ORTEX16
Pricing details

Tool

FINVIZ

$24.96/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial7 days

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
Elite (Monthly)$39.5/mo
Elite (Annual)$299.5/yr

Tool

ORTEX

$39/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
Basic$39/mo
Advanced$129/mo
APIsSubscription

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Platform details

AttributeFINVIZORTEX
Asset types
StocksETFsOptions
StocksETFsOptions
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North America
North AmericaEurope
Data freshness
15-min DelayedReal-time
Real-timeEnd of Day
API access
Not specified
REST
Export formats
Excel
CSV

Coverage overlap

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between FINVIZ and ORTEX?

FINVIZ focuses on Screeners, ETF Screeners, and Stock Comparison while ORTEX specializes in Short Interest, Insider Data, and Quant. They overlap in 6 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do FINVIZ and ORTEX cost?

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

Can I use FINVIZ or ORTEX on my phone?

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

Does FINVIZ or ORTEX have an API?

ORTEX 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 ORTEX?

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 ORTEX if Short interest and lending analytics including utilization, cost to borrow, shares on loan, and percentage of free float on loan, with intraday and real-time estimates from a large pool of lenders and brokers., and Official U.S. exchange-reported short interest (bi-monthly) and European flagged shorts, alongside lending-based estimates. better fits how you invest.

Do FINVIZ and ORTEX 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 FINVIZ and ORTEX?

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

Is FINVIZ or ORTEX better for day trading?

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

Which has a better stock screener—FINVIZ or ORTEX?

Both FINVIZ and ORTEX include stock screeners. Try each to see which filtering options and interface you prefer.

Can I track my portfolio with FINVIZ or ORTEX?

FINVIZ offers portfolio tracking features. ORTEX is more focused on research and analysis.

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