★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★
VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
Tool comparison edition
Tool Comparison
FINVIZ vs TC2000
FINVIZ
Best for ETF screeners and stock comparison
Free • From $299.5/yr
TC2000
Best for watchlist and paper trading
From $9.99/mo
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The verdict
The bottom line
FINVIZ and TC2000 cover a lot of the same ground (6 shared categories, including screeners, portfolio, and news), so for the basics you won't go far wrong with either. FINVIZ simply does more: 17 categories to TC2000's 11, including ETF screeners, stock comparison, and data visualizations. TC2000 counters by starting cheaper at $9.99/mo.
Key differences at a glance
- Mobile app
- TC2000
- Free plan
- FINVIZ
- Cheaper paid plan
- TC2000$9.99/mo vs $24.96/mo
- Free trial
- FINVIZ7 days
- Broader coverage
- FINVIZ17 vs 11 categories
- Desktop app
- TC2000
Choose
FINVIZ if…
- You'd rather start free and only pay if you outgrow it
- You care about ETF screeners, stock comparison, and data visualizations, things TC2000 doesn't offer
- You trade often and need tooling built for speed
Choose
TC2000 if…
- You do a lot of your research from your phone
- You want the cheaper way in: plans start at $9.99/mo instead of $24.96/mo
- You care about watchlist, paper trading, and advanced order types, things FINVIZ doesn't offer
Comparison snapshot
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Pricing & plans | ||
Starting price | Free • From $299.5/yr | From $9.99/mo |
Free tier | Yes | No |
Free trial | 7 days | — |
Plan limits | 18 limits: Free: screener presets: 50, Free: items per page: 20 (table) / 36 (charts) / 10 (snapshots) +16 more | — |
| Platforms & access | ||
Web app | Yes | Yes |
Desktop app | No | Yes |
Mobile app | No | Yes |
API access | No | No |
Broker sync | No | Yes |
Integrations | — | TC2000 Brokerage and MT Newswires |
| Audience & fit | ||
Experience level | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Best for | Retail Traders, Pro Retail +3 more | — |
Categories covered | 17 | 11 |
Regions | North America | North America |
| Data & capabilities | ||
Data quality | Latency: 15-min Delayed and Real-time | 4 signals: Latency: Streaming, Real-time, and End of Day, Granularity: Minute and EOD +2 more |
Capabilities | Universe builder and Correlation | 5 signals: Custom formulas, Universe builder +3 more |
Security | — | Status page |
| Try it | Visit FINVIZ | Visit TC2000 |
Standout features
What FINVIZ does best
- Stock screener combining fundamental + technical filters with multiple result views (e.g., table/charts/snapshots) and configurable presets.
- Maps (heat maps) and groups/sector views; Elite includes real-time Maps/Groups data (Free is delayed).
- Elite includes real-time quotes & charts (including premarket and after-hours); Free account is delayed.
- Elite charting: intraday charts plus multi-layout charts with technical studies saved automatically.
- Fundamentals: per-ticker financial statements + fundamental charts (EPS, Sales, Shares); statements history is 3 years on Free vs 8 years on Elite.
What TC2000 does best
- Live U.S. equity data (NYSE, Nasdaq, AMEX) via Nasdaq Basic with streaming watchlists and charts.
- EasyScan® screener supports real-time scans, custom sorting, and PCF (formula-based) screening.
- Alerting system allows 100 concurrent alerts on Premium or 1,000 on Premium+, with optional bundles to increase limits.
- Integrated MT Newswires feed for real-time market and company news.
- Options trading tools include full chains, Greeks, implied volatility columns, multi-leg strategies, and visual P&L zones.
Data & access details
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Coverage & fit | ||
Asset types | StocksETFsOptions | StocksETFsOptions |
Experience | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced |
Target audience | Retail TradersPro RetailDay TradersSwing TradersLong-term Investors | Not specified |
Regions | North America | North America |
Coverage details | Countries: USIdentifiers: Ticker | Countries: USExchanges: XNAS, XNYS, and XASEIdentifiers: Ticker |
| Data | ||
Data freshness | 15-min DelayedReal-time | StreamingReal-timeEnd of Day |
Data granularity | Not specified | MinuteEOD |
| Access & integrations | ||
Import methods | Not specified | CSVManual |
Integrations | Not specified | TC2000 BrokerageMT Newswires |
Export formats | Excel | CSVImage |
| Plans & trust | ||
Security & compliance | Not specified | Status page |
Capability signals | Universe builderCorrelation | Custom formulasUniverse builderMulti-leg optionsGreeksBroker sync |
Vendor & support | Support: Email | TC2000 Software CompanyCountry: United StatesSupport: Email and Phone |
Curation ratings | Not specified | Methodology 3/5Reliability 4/5UX 4/5 |
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Pricing breakdown
$299.5/yr
Starting price
Plans & pricing
- screener presets: 50
- items per page: 20 (table) / 36 (charts) / 10 (snapshots)
- +5 more
- screener presets: 200
- items per page: Up to 100 (table) / 120 (charts) / 50 (snapshots)
- +5 more
- screener presets: 200
- portfolios: 100
- +2 more
$9.99/mo
Lower starting price
Plans & pricing
Coverage overlap
Shared categories
6FINVIZ strengths
11TC2000 strengths
5What you only get with TC2000.
Community category leaders
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between FINVIZ and TC2000?
FINVIZ leans toward screeners, ETF screeners, and stock comparison, while TC2000 puts more weight on screeners, watchlist, and portfolio. They overlap in 6 categories, so for most people it comes down to workflow preference and price.
Is FINVIZ or TC2000 free to use?
FINVIZ has a free tier, so you can get started without paying anything. TC2000 is paid-only. If budget matters, start with FINVIZ and see how far it takes you before opening your wallet.
Can I use FINVIZ or TC2000 on my phone?
TC2000 lists a dedicated mobile app, so it travels better. FINVIZ doesn't list a dedicated mobile app; its documented access is web.
Should I choose FINVIZ or TC2000?
It depends on what you're after. Pick FINVIZ if ETF screeners and stock comparison matter to you; go with TC2000 if you'd rather have watchlist and paper trading. And if you only need the basics both share, let price decide.
Do FINVIZ and TC2000 offer real-time data?
Yes, both serve real-time market data, so either works when timing matters.
Can I export data from FINVIZ and TC2000?
Yes, both export to spreadsheets (FINVIZ: Excel; TC2000: CSV), which is handy if you like running your own numbers.
Can FINVIZ or TC2000 connect to my broker?
TC2000 syncs with brokers automatically. With FINVIZ, you're entering holdings by hand or importing files.
Is FINVIZ or TC2000 better for day trading?
FINVIZ is the one positioned more for active traders. TC2000 is the better fit if you care less about fast trading workflows and more about a calmer research process.
Which has a better stock screener: FINVIZ or TC2000?
Both FINVIZ and TC2000 include stock screeners, and they differ more in interface than raw power; try both and see which one clicks for you.
Can I track my portfolio with FINVIZ or TC2000?
Yes, both do portfolio tracking: holdings, performance, and allocation in one place.
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