VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON
Source checks: Investing.com checked September 24, 2026 · MarketBeat checked September 30, 2026
Tool Comparison
Investing.com vs MarketBeat
- Paid from
- $18.95/mo
- Free plan
- Yes
- Platforms
- Web, Mobile, Other
Best if
- You want the cheaper way in: plans start at $18.95/mo instead of $20.75/mo
- Delayed quotes won't cut it; you need real-time data
- You do a lot of your research from your phone
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- Paid from
- $20.75/mo
- Free plan
- Yes
- Platforms
- Web
Best if
- You want ETF screeners.
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Investing.com
Free • From $18.95/mo · Web · Mobile · Other
- You want the cheaper way in: plans start at $18.95/mo instead of $20.75/mo
- Delayed quotes won't cut it; you need real-time data
- You do a lot of your research from your phone
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Pick MarketBeat instead if
MarketBeat
Free • From $249/yr · Web
- You want ETF screeners.
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Our take
The bottom line
Investing.com and MarketBeat cover a lot of the same ground (13 shared categories, including screeners, stock comparison, and portfolio), so for the basics you won't go far wrong with either. Investing.com simply does more: 34 categories to MarketBeat's 14, including stock ideas, data visualizations, and options, plus a mobile app. MarketBeat counters by keeping things simpler.
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Key differences at a glance
- Cheaper paid plan
- Investing.com$18.95/mo vs $20.75/mo
- Broader coverage
- Investing.com34 vs 14 categories
- Mobile app
- Investing.com
- Real-time data
- Investing.com
- Broker sync
- MarketBeat
- Asset coverage
- Investing.comAdds bonds and commodities
What Investing.com does best
- Monitor global markets across stocks, ETFs, indices, commodities, currencies, crypto, bonds, funds, futures, options, interest rates, and economic indicators.
- The economic calendar for streaming macro events, actual versus forecast data, country and importance filters, time-zone controls, date ranges, and event alerts.
- Tracking watchlists and portfolios across web and mobile with alerts, holdings monitoring, CSV import for watchlists or holdings, and portfolio CSV export.
- Screening for stocks with filters for valuation, growth, dividends, sectors, industries, themes, technicals, risk, returns, price, market cap, and profile data.
- Research coverage for ticker pages with charts, technical indicators, financials, analyst ratings, transcripts, SEC filings, insider trading, earnings, dividends, news, and related investment ideas where available.
What MarketBeat does best
- Review ratings and price targets.
- Filter stocks and dividend candidates.
- Compare companies side by side.
- Inspect earnings and dividend histories.
- Follow updates for selected stocks.
Side by side
Pricing comparison
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Side by side
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Side by side
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Pricing & plans | ||
Starting price | Free • From $18.95/mo | Free • From $249/yr |
Free tier | Yes | Yes |
Free trial | — | — |
Plan limits | 18 limits: Investing.com Free: public api: Not available, Investing.com Free: data latency: Varies by instrument/source; not all data is real-time +16 more | Free / Daily Ratings: watchlist stocks: 10 |
| Platforms & access | ||
Web app | Yes | Yes |
Mobile app | Yes | No |
API access | No | No |
Broker sync | No | Yes |
Integrations | Investing.com Webmaster Tools / embeddable widgets, RSS feeds +2 more | Plaid |
| Audience & fit | ||
Experience level | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate |
Best for | Retail Traders, Pro Retail +8 more | Retail Traders and Analysts |
Categories covered | 34 | 14 |
Regions | North America, Europe, APAC, LatAm, Middle East, Africa | North America, Europe |
| Data & capabilities | ||
Data quality | 4 signals: Latency: Streaming, Real-time, and End of Day, Granularity: Minute and EOD +2 more | — |
Data partners | 6 partners: S&P Global Market Intelligence, Morningstar +4 more | — |
Capabilities | 6 signals: Universe builder, Factors: Value, Quality, Momentum, and Growth +4 more | Broker sync |
Security | Encryption in transit | — |
| Try it | Visit Investing.com | Visit MarketBeat |
Standout features
The best features of Investing.com and MarketBeat.ShowHide
Standout features
What Investing.com does best
- Monitor global markets across stocks, ETFs, indices, commodities, currencies, crypto, bonds, funds, futures, options, interest rates, and economic indicators.
- The economic calendar for streaming macro events, actual versus forecast data, country and importance filters, time-zone controls, date ranges, and event alerts.
- Tracking watchlists and portfolios across web and mobile with alerts, holdings monitoring, CSV import for watchlists or holdings, and portfolio CSV export.
- Screening for stocks with filters for valuation, growth, dividends, sectors, industries, themes, technicals, risk, returns, price, market cap, and profile data.
- Research coverage for ticker pages with charts, technical indicators, financials, analyst ratings, transcripts, SEC filings, insider trading, earnings, dividends, news, and related investment ideas where available.
What MarketBeat does best
- Review ratings and price targets.
- Filter stocks and dividend candidates.
- Compare companies side by side.
- Inspect earnings and dividend histories.
- Follow updates for selected stocks.
All details
Every attribute we track for Investing.com and MarketBeat.ShowHide
All details
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Coverage & fit | ||
Asset types | StocksETFsBondsCommoditiesCurrenciesCryptosClosed-End FundsFunds+4 more | StocksETFs |
Experience | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced | BeginnerIntermediate |
Target audience | Retail TradersPro RetailDay TradersSwing TradersLong-term InvestorsValue InvestorsGrowth InvestorsDividend Investors+2 more | Retail TradersAnalysts |
Regions | North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica | North AmericaEurope |
Coverage details | Identifiers: Ticker and ISIN | Countries: US, CA, and GBIdentifiers: Ticker |
| Data | ||
Data freshness | StreamingReal-timeEnd of Day | Not specified |
Data granularity | MinuteEOD | Not specified |
Pricing sources | ExchangeOTCVendorModel | Not specified |
Data partners | S&P Global Market IntelligenceMorningstarFactSetRefinitivMarket maker CFDsOther financial data providers | Not specified |
| Access & integrations | ||
Import methods | CSVManual | Plaid |
Integrations | Investing.com Webmaster Tools / embeddable widgetsRSS feedsGoogle Play appApple App Store app | Plaid |
Export formats | CSVXML | CSVExcel |
| Plans & trust | ||
Security & compliance | Encryption in transit | Not specified |
Capability signals | Universe builderFactors: Value, Quality, Momentum, and GrowthMulti-currencyYield curvesCDS spreadsAI summaries: Transcripts and News | Broker sync |
Vendor & support | Investing.com / Fusion MediaFounded 2007Support: Email and Chat | MarketBeat Media, LLCSupport: Email and Phone |
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Pricing
Plans, billing, free trials, and monthly prices.ShowHide
Pricing
| Tier | ||
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Free“Investing.com Free”public api: Not available · data latency: Varies by instrument/source; not all data is real-time · +1 more | Free“Free / Daily Ratings”watchlist stocks: 10 |
| Entry paid plan | $18.95/mo“InvestingPro”warren ai credits: 50/month · us pro picks strategies: 6 · +6 more | $249/yr≈ $20.75/mo“All Access” |
| Top plan | $46.95/mo“InvestingPro+”warren ai credits: 500/month · pro picks strategies: 88 · +5 more | $29/mo“All Access” |
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Questions we keep getting
What's the difference between Investing.com and MarketBeat?
Investing.com leans toward stock ideas, screeners, and stock comparison, while MarketBeat puts more weight on screeners, ETF screeners, and analyst ratings & price targets. They overlap in 13 categories, so for most people it comes down to workflow preference and price.
How much do Investing.com and MarketBeat cost?
Good news: both Investing.com and MarketBeat have free plans, so you can run them side by side and only pay if you hit a wall.
Which is better for beginners: Investing.com or MarketBeat?
Honestly, neither is aimed at beginners. Expect a learning curve either way; that's the trade-off for the depth they offer.
Can I use Investing.com or MarketBeat on my phone?
Investing.com lists a dedicated mobile app, so it travels better. MarketBeat doesn't list a dedicated mobile app; its documented access is web.
Should I choose Investing.com or MarketBeat?
It depends on what you're after. Pick Investing.com if stock ideas and data visualizations matter to you; go with MarketBeat if you'd rather have ETF screeners. And if you only need the basics both share, let price decide.
What asset classes do Investing.com and MarketBeat cover?
Both cover stocks and ETFs. Investing.com also handles bonds, commodities, and currencies.
Does Investing.com or MarketBeat have real-time data?
Investing.com offers real-time data, which matters if you trade actively. MarketBeat runs on delayed or end-of-day data, which is perfectly fine for longer-term investors who don't live and die by the tick.
Can I export data from Investing.com and MarketBeat?
Yes, both export to spreadsheets (CSV), which is handy if you like running your own numbers.
Can Investing.com or MarketBeat connect to my broker?
MarketBeat syncs with brokers automatically. With Investing.com, you're entering holdings by hand or importing files.
Is Investing.com or MarketBeat better for day trading?
Investing.com is the one positioned more for active traders. MarketBeat is the better fit if you care less about fast trading workflows and more about a calmer research process.
Which has a better stock screener: Investing.com or MarketBeat?
Both Investing.com and MarketBeat include stock screeners, and they differ more in interface than raw power; try both and see which one clicks for you.
Can I track my portfolio with Investing.com or MarketBeat?
Yes, both do portfolio tracking: holdings, performance, and allocation in one place.
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