Intrinio adds Data APIs, Options & Derivatives, and Institutional Data coverage that Nasdaq.com skips.
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Intrinio vs Nasdaq.com comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
Quick takeaways
Nasdaq.com includes Screeners, Portfolio, Watchlist, Calendar, IPO, Insider Data, 13F, Short Interest, ETF Overview, and Options categories that Intrinio omits.
Intrinio highlights: REST API with JSON output and WebSocket streaming for real-time market data., SDKs available for Python and R, with detailed documentation and examples., and US fundamentals: standardized and as-reported data back to 2006, sourced from SEC filings, updated in real time as filings arrive..
Nasdaq.com is known for: Real-time U.S. quotes with continuously updating bid/ask via Nasdaq Basic, with data credited to Nasdaq Data Link., Built-in screeners for stocks, ETFs, and mutual funds with filterable metrics., and Options chains enhanced with Greeks such as Delta, Gamma, and Vega..
Nasdaq.com keeps a free entry point that Intrinio lacks.
Nasdaq.com offers mobile access, which Intrinio skips.
Intrinio
intrinio.com
Financial data vendor offering flexible dataset-level subscriptions and bulk one-time downloads. Real-time options require OPRA licensing, though a lighter 'OptionsEdge' product avoids that complexity. Data is delivered via REST, WebSocket, CSV, or integrations like Snowflake, S3, and FTP.
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Quick highlights
- REST API with JSON output and WebSocket streaming for real-time market data.
- SDKs available for Python and R, with detailed documentation and examples.
- US fundamentals: standardized and as-reported data back to 2006, sourced from SEC filings, updated in real time as filings arrive.
- Equity prices: IEX real-time, Nasdaq Basic, 15-minute delayed SIP, and CBOE One delayed; end-of-day history spans 50+ years with dividend/split adjustments.
- Options data: real-time OPRA feed with Greeks and implied volatility via API and WebSocket, plus delayed, intraday, and historical coverage.
Community votes (overall)
Nasdaq.com
nasdaq.com
Nasdaq’s official portal for quotes, news, filings, calendars, and investor tools. Free users can access watchlists, portfolios, and market data, while premium Smart Portfolio (powered by TipRanks) adds broker syncing and advanced analytics. U.S. quotes stream in real time via Nasdaq Basic/NLS, though extended-hours data is typically shown with a 15-minute delay.
Categories
Platforms
Pricing
Quick highlights
- Real-time U.S. quotes with continuously updating bid/ask via Nasdaq Basic, with data credited to Nasdaq Data Link.
- Built-in screeners for stocks, ETFs, and mutual funds with filterable metrics.
- Options chains enhanced with Greeks such as Delta, Gamma, and Vega.
- Dedicated pages for short interest, insider transactions, and institutional holdings (13F).
- Comprehensive calendars covering dividends, earnings, IPOs, and economic events.
Community votes (overall)
Shared focus areas
8 overlapsMutual strengths include News, Financials, and ETF Holdings plus 5 more areas.
Where they differ
Intrinio
Distinct strengths include:
- REST API with JSON output and WebSocket streaming for real-time market data.
- SDKs available for Python and R, with detailed documentation and examples.
- US fundamentals: standardized and as-reported data back to 2006, sourced from SEC filings, updated in real time as filings arrive.
- Equity prices: IEX real-time, Nasdaq Basic, 15-minute delayed SIP, and CBOE One delayed; end-of-day history spans 50+ years with dividend/split adjustments.
Nasdaq.com
Distinct strengths include:
- Real-time U.S. quotes with continuously updating bid/ask via Nasdaq Basic, with data credited to Nasdaq Data Link.
- Built-in screeners for stocks, ETFs, and mutual funds with filterable metrics.
- Options chains enhanced with Greeks such as Delta, Gamma, and Vega.
- Dedicated pages for short interest, insider transactions, and institutional holdings (13F).
Feature-by-feature breakdown
Attribute | Intrinio | Nasdaq.com |
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Categories Which research workflows each platform targets | Shared: News, Financials, ETF Holdings, Dividends, Splits, Analyst Forecasts, Analyst Recommendations, Analyst Price Targets Unique: Data APIs, Options & Derivatives, Institutional Data | Shared: News, Financials, ETF Holdings, Dividends, Splits, Analyst Forecasts, Analyst Recommendations, Analyst Price Targets Unique: Screeners, Portfolio, Watchlist, Calendar, IPO, Insider Data, 13F, Short Interest, ETF Overview, Options |
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | Stocks, ETFs, Options, Mutual Funds | Stocks, ETFs, Mutual Funds, Options, Cryptos, Currencies |
Experience levels Who each product is built for | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Platforms Where you can access the product | Web, API | Web, Mobile |
Pricing High-level pricing models | Subscription, One-time | Free, Subscription |
Key features Core capabilities called out by each vendor | Unique
| Unique
|
Tested Verified by hands-on testing inside Find My Moat | Not yet | Yes |
Editor pick Featured inside curated shortlists | Standard listing | Standard listing |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which workflows do Intrinio and Nasdaq.com both support?
Both platforms cover News, Financials, ETF Holdings, Dividends, Splits, Analyst Forecasts, Analyst Recommendations, and Analyst Price Targets workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.
Which tool offers a free plan?
Nasdaq.com offers a free entry point, while Intrinio requires a paid subscription. Review the pricing table to see how the paid tiers compare.
Which tool has mobile access?
Nasdaq.com ships a dedicated mobile experience, while Intrinio focuses on web or desktop access.
What unique strengths set the two platforms apart?
Intrinio differentiates itself with REST API with JSON output and WebSocket streaming for real-time market data., SDKs available for Python and R, with detailed documentation and examples., and US fundamentals: standardized and as-reported data back to 2006, sourced from SEC filings, updated in real time as filings arrive., whereas Nasdaq.com stands out for Real-time U.S. quotes with continuously updating bid/ask via Nasdaq Basic, with data credited to Nasdaq Data Link., Built-in screeners for stocks, ETFs, and mutual funds with filterable metrics., and Options chains enhanced with Greeks such as Delta, Gamma, and Vega..
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