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Thursday, February 19, 2026

Tool Comparison

FlowAlgo vs OptionStrat comparison

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

FlowAlgo logo

FlowAlgo

flowalgo.com

PricingSubscription
PlatformsWeb
OptionStrat logo

OptionStrat

optionstrat.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile
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At a glance

Platforms
FlowAlgoWeb
OptionStratWeb, Mobile
Categories
FlowAlgo3
OptionStrat7
Pricing details

Tool

FlowAlgo

$99/mo

Starting price

Free tierNo
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Monthly$149/mo
Quarterly$129/mo
Annual$99/mo

Tool

OptionStrat

$29.99/mo

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial7 days

Plans & pricing

FreeFree
Live Tools$29.99/mo
Live Flow$89.99/mo
Category leaders
NewsOptionStrat
AlertsTied
Insider DataOptionStrat
Browse the #1 tool in 90+ categories

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Platform details

AttributeFlowAlgoOptionStrat
Asset types
StocksETFsOptions
OptionsStocksFutures
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North America
North America
Data freshness
StreamingReal-time
Real-time15-min Delayed
API access
Not specifiedNot specified
Export formats
Not specifiedNot specified

Coverage overlap

Shared categories2

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

FlowAlgo strengths1

Categories covered by FlowAlgo only.

OptionStrat strengths5

Categories covered by OptionStrat only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between FlowAlgo and OptionStrat?

FlowAlgo focuses on Options & Derivatives, Dark Pool & Off-Exchange, and Alerts while OptionStrat specializes in Options & Derivatives, News, and Alerts. They overlap in 2 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

Is FlowAlgo or OptionStrat free to use?

OptionStrat offers a free tier that lets you get started without paying, while FlowAlgo requires a subscription. If budget is a concern, start with OptionStrat and upgrade later if you need more advanced features.

Can I use FlowAlgo or OptionStrat on my phone?

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

Should I choose FlowAlgo or OptionStrat?

Choose FlowAlgo if you need Realtime monitoring of options order flow, with unusual activity detection and tracking of Intermarket Sweep Orders and option block trades., and Equity block and dark pool order data, paired with a dedicated “Dark Pool Insights” module.. Go with OptionStrat if Options strategy builder with profit calculators, chance of profit, net Greeks, and historical implied volatility (in real time on paid plans)., and Strategy Optimizer searches thousands of trade setups by target price or date and ranks them by return or probability of profit. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do FlowAlgo and OptionStrat cover?

Both cover Stocks, and Options. FlowAlgo also includes ETFs. OptionStrat adds coverage for Futures.

Do FlowAlgo and OptionStrat offer real-time data?

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

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