VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★
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Friday, January 30, 2026
Tool Comparison
FOIAsearch vs IBorrowDesk comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
At a glance
| FOIAsearch | IBorrowDesk | |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | ||
| Free trial | ||
| Starting price | — | $10/mo |
| Enterprise option | ||
| Available plans | Free (Search), Portfolio Alerts, IR Watch, Prominent Reporter Alerts | Free, Patron |
Vote sentiment comparison
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Platform details
| Attribute | FOIAsearch | IBorrowDesk |
|---|---|---|
Asset types | Stocks | StocksETFs |
Experience | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced |
Regions | North America | North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAm |
Data freshness | End of Day | 15-min DelayedEnd of Day |
API access | Not specified | Not specified |
Export formats | Not specified | CSV |
Coverage overlap
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between FOIAsearch and IBorrowDesk?
FOIAsearch focuses on Alerts, Regulatory Filings Monitoring, and Watchlist while IBorrowDesk specializes in Short Interest, Watchlist, and Alerts. They overlap in 2 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.
How much do FOIAsearch and IBorrowDesk cost?
Good news—both FOIAsearch and IBorrowDesk offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.
Should I choose FOIAsearch or IBorrowDesk?
Choose FOIAsearch if you need Unified search of SEC FOIA Logs with lists for ‘All Requests’ and ‘B7A Exempt Requests’., and ‘Protect My Portfolio’ email alerts on FOIA activity tied to saved companies/tickers.. Go with IBorrowDesk if Borrow fee percentages and shortable share availability, sourced directly from Interactive Brokers public datasets., and Intraday refresh cadence: ~15 minutes during North American trading hours; hourly outside of them on weekdays. better fits how you invest.
What asset classes do FOIAsearch and IBorrowDesk cover?
Both cover Stocks. IBorrowDesk adds coverage for ETFs.
Can I export data from FOIAsearch and IBorrowDesk?
IBorrowDesk supports data exports to CSV. FOIAsearch has more limited export options.
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Curation & Accuracy
This directory blends AI‑assisted discovery with human curation. Entries are reviewed, edited, and organized with the goal of expanding coverage and sharpening quality over time. Your feedback helps steer improvements (because no single human can capture everything all at once).
Details change. Pricing, features, and availability may be incomplete or out of date. Treat listings as a starting point and verify on the provider’s site before making decisions. If you spot an error or a gap, send a quick note and I’ll adjust.