VOL. XCIV, NO. 247

★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Tool Comparison

Insider Screener vs OpenInsider comparison

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

Insider Screener logo

Insider Screener

insiderscreener.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb
OpenInsider logo

OpenInsider

openinsider.com

PricingFree
PlatformsWeb
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At a glance

Platforms
Insider ScreenerWeb
OpenInsiderWeb
Categories
Insider Screener5
OpenInsider3
Pricing details

Tool

Insider Screener

Starting price

Free tierYes
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Free (browse/limited)Free
PlusSubscription
ProSubscription
PremiumSubscription

Tool

OpenInsider

Starting price

Free tierNo
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Pricing not published

Category leaders
WatchlistInsider Screener
AlertsInsider Screener
Browse the #1 tool in 90+ categories

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Platform details

AttributeInsider ScreenerOpenInsider
Asset types
Stocks
StocksClosed-End Funds
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North AmericaEuropeAPAC
North America
Data freshness
Real-time
Real-time
API access
Not specifiedNot specified
Export formats
CSVExcel
CSV

Coverage overlap

Shared categories2

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

Insider Screener strengths3

Categories covered by Insider Screener only.

OpenInsider strengths1

Categories covered by OpenInsider only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between Insider Screener and OpenInsider?

Insider Screener focuses on Screeners, Watchlist, and Alerts while OpenInsider specializes in Insider Data, Screeners, and Data Visualizations. They overlap in 2 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do Insider Screener and OpenInsider cost?

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

Should I choose Insider Screener or OpenInsider?

Choose Insider Screener if you need Insider-trading coverage across multiple regions, including the US, Canada, and major European and Asia-Pacific markets, with data standardized across jurisdictions., and Updates appear within minutes of regulatory filings, collected directly from regulators and exchanges.. Go with OpenInsider if Real-time SEC Form 4 insider trading screener for insider buying and selling., and Pre-built report pages such as “Latest Insider Purchases”. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do Insider Screener and OpenInsider cover?

Both cover Stocks. OpenInsider adds coverage for Closed-End Funds.

Do Insider Screener and OpenInsider 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 Insider Screener and OpenInsider?

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

Which has a better stock screener—Insider Screener or OpenInsider?

Both Insider Screener and OpenInsider include stock screeners. Try each to see which filtering options and interface you prefer.

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