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Thursday, February 19, 2026

Tool Comparison

Fiscal.ai vs SEC API (sec-api.io) comparison

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

Fiscal.ai logo

Fiscal.ai

fiscal.ai

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, API
Editor's pickHands-on review
SEC API (sec-api.io) logo

SEC API (sec-api.io)

sec-api.io

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, API
Editor's pickHands-on review
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At a glance

Platforms
Fiscal.aiWeb, API
SEC API (sec-api.io)Web, API
Categories
Fiscal.ai37
SEC API (sec-api.io)9
Pricing details

Tool

Fiscal.ai

$39/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial14 days

Plans & pricing

Terminal - FreeFree
Terminal - Pro (Monthly)$49/mo
Terminal - Pro (Annual)$468/yr
Terminal - Enterprise (Monthly)$249/mo
Terminal - Enterprise (Annual)$2388/yr
API - Free TrialFree
API - PaidContact sales

Tool

SEC API (sec-api.io)

$55/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Free TierFree
Personal & Startups$55/mo
Business (Internal Use)$239/mo
Enterprise & InstitutionsSubscription
Category leaders
ScreenersFiscal.ai
Stock IdeasFiscal.ai
PortfolioFiscal.ai
WatchlistFiscal.ai
NewsFiscal.ai
AlertsFiscal.ai
DividendsFiscal.ai
FinancialsFiscal.ai
TranscriptsFiscal.ai
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Platform details

AttributeFiscal.aiSEC API (sec-api.io)
Asset types
StocksETFsMutual FundsFunds
StocksETFsMutual FundsFunds
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica
North America
Data freshness
Real-time15-min DelayedEnd of Day
Real-time
API access
REST
RESTWebSocket
Export formats
CSVImagePDF
JSONPDF

Coverage overlap

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between Fiscal.ai and SEC API (sec-api.io)?

Fiscal.ai focuses on Stock Ideas, Screeners, and Stock Comparison while SEC API (sec-api.io) specializes in Data APIs, Regulatory Filings Monitoring, and Insider Data. They overlap in 5 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do Fiscal.ai and SEC API (sec-api.io) cost?

Good news—both Fiscal.ai and SEC API (sec-api.io) offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.

Do Fiscal.ai and SEC API (sec-api.io) have APIs?

Yes, both platforms offer API access for developers and quants who want to build custom integrations or automate their workflows.

Should I choose Fiscal.ai or SEC API (sec-api.io)?

Choose Fiscal.ai if you need Modern web-based research terminal with dashboards, customizable watchlists, portfolio views, and visualizations across global stocks, ETFs, mutual funds, and funds., and Deep fundamentals and segment/KPI coverage, including proprietary KPI feeds for ~2,250+ companies and history depth that scales with plan tier.. Go with SEC API (sec-api.io) if Comprehensive API endpoints: query, full-text search, real-time streaming via WebSocket, download/PDF generator, XBRL-to-JSON conversion, and section extractors for 10-K/10-Q/8-K filings., and Specialized form coverage including ADV, insider filings (Forms 3/4/5), 13F, 13D/G, Form 144, IPO registrations (S-1, 424B4), crowdfunding (Form C, Form D), Reg A filings, and fund reports (N-PORT, N-PX, N-CEN). better fits how you invest.

Do Fiscal.ai and SEC API (sec-api.io) 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 Fiscal.ai and SEC API (sec-api.io)?

Fiscal.ai supports data exports to CSV, Image, and PDF. SEC API (sec-api.io) has more limited export options.

Which has a better stock screener—Fiscal.ai or SEC API (sec-api.io)?

Fiscal.ai includes a stock screener for finding investment ideas. SEC API (sec-api.io) focuses on other analytical tools.

Can I track my portfolio with Fiscal.ai or SEC API (sec-api.io)?

Fiscal.ai offers portfolio tracking features. SEC API (sec-api.io) is more focused on research and analysis.

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