VOL. XCIV, NO. 247

★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Tool Comparison

IPOScoop vs OptionStrat comparison

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

IPOScoop logo

IPOScoop

iposcoop.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb
Hands-on review
OptionStrat logo

OptionStrat

optionstrat.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile
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At a glance

Platforms
IPOScoopWeb
OptionStratWeb, Mobile
Categories
IPOScoop6
OptionStrat7
Pricing details

Tool

IPOScoop

Starting price

Free tierNo
Free trial

Plans & pricing

Pricing not published

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
NewsTied
AlertsOptionStrat
Insider DataOptionStrat
Browse the #1 tool in 90+ categories

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Platform details

AttributeIPOScoopOptionStrat
Asset types
Stocks
OptionsStocksFutures
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North America
North America
Data freshness
Not specified
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.

IPOScoop strengths4

Categories covered by IPOScoop only.

OptionStrat strengths5

Categories covered by OptionStrat only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between IPOScoop and OptionStrat?

IPOScoop focuses on IPO, Secondary Offerings, and Calendar while OptionStrat specializes in Options & Derivatives, News, and Alerts. They overlap in 2 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do IPOScoop and OptionStrat cost?

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

Can I use IPOScoop or OptionStrat on my phone?

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

Should I choose IPOScoop or OptionStrat?

Choose IPOScoop if you need IPO Calendar with upcoming and recently priced deals, plus roll-ups like “Last 100 IPOs” and “Last 12 Months.”, and SCOOP Ratings (1–5 stars) that reflect the Street’s consensus on expected first-day premiums, with published disclaimers on methodology.. 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 IPOScoop and OptionStrat cover?

Both cover Stocks. OptionStrat adds coverage for Options, and Futures.

Does IPOScoop or OptionStrat have real-time data?

OptionStrat offers real-time data feeds, which is essential for active traders. IPOScoop uses delayed or end-of-day data, which works fine for longer-term investors who don't need up-to-the-second quotes.

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