VOL. XCIV, NO. 247

★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Thursday, February 19, 2026

Tool Comparison

FINVIZ vs WhaleWisdom 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
WhaleWisdom logo

WhaleWisdom

whalewisdom.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, API
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At a glance

Platforms
FINVIZWeb
WhaleWisdomWeb, API
Categories
FINVIZ21
WhaleWisdom4
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

WhaleWisdom

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
PremiumSubscription
APISubscription

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Platform details

AttributeFINVIZWhaleWisdom
Asset types
StocksETFsOptions
StocksETFs
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North America
North America
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 WhaleWisdom?

FINVIZ focuses on Screeners, ETF Screeners, and Stock Comparison while WhaleWisdom specializes in Institutional Data, 13F, and Investor Holdings. They overlap in 2 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do FINVIZ and WhaleWisdom cost?

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

Does FINVIZ or WhaleWisdom have an API?

WhaleWisdom 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 WhaleWisdom?

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 WhaleWisdom if Rank hedge fund managers by performance, risk-adjusted returns, and recent filings., and Pull 13F, 13D/G, insider trades, and sector exposures into custom portfolios and alerts. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do FINVIZ and WhaleWisdom cover?

Both cover Stocks, and ETFs. FINVIZ also includes Options.

Does FINVIZ or WhaleWisdom have real-time data?

FINVIZ offers real-time data feeds, which is essential for active traders. WhaleWisdom 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 WhaleWisdom?

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

Is FINVIZ or WhaleWisdom better for day trading?

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

Which has a better stock screener—FINVIZ or WhaleWisdom?

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

Can I track my portfolio with FINVIZ or WhaleWisdom?

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

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