FINVIZ vs QuantConnect comparison

FINVIZ focuses on Screeners, ETF Screeners, and Stock Comparison while QuantConnect specializes in Quant, Backtesting, and Paper Trading. They overlap in 2 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

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

QuantConnect 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.

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 QuantConnect if Seamless environment that connects research, backtests, and live trading on institutional-grade co-located servers., and Powered by the open-source LEAN engine (Python 3.11 and C#), with the flexibility to run locally or in the cloud. better fits how you invest.

Both cover Stocks, ETFs, and Options. QuantConnect adds coverage for Futures, Currencies, and Cryptos.

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

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

QuantConnect connects with brokers for portfolio syncing. FINVIZ requires manual portfolio entry or data import.

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

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

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